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08 Jun

Manipur Government Suspends Internet Services in Five Districts Amid Rising Tensions

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Imphal (National Times): The Manipur government has ordered a five-day suspension of internet and mobile data services, including VSAT and VPN connections, in five key districts, Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Kakching, and Bishnupur, starting 11:45 PM on June 7, 2025. The decision was announced through an official order issued by Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Home), N. Ashok Kumar, citing concerns over the prevailing law and order situation in the affected districts. According to the order, there is a growing apprehension that anti-social elements may misuse social media platforms to disseminate hate messages, inflammatory videos, and false information capable of inciting public unrest…

08 Jun

Taller Than Eiffel Tower: PM Modi Inaugurates World’s Highest Railway Bridge Over Chenab River in Jammu & Kashmir

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAnji Khad Bridge, Chenab River, Eiffel Tower, Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu & Kashmir (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the world’s tallest railway bridge, the Chenab Rail Bridge, a colossal structure rising 359 metres above the riverbed, surpassing the Eiffel Tower by 35 metres. Constructed at a cost of Rs 1,486 crore over more than eight years, the bridge is a key part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project aimed at enhancing connectivity in Jammu and Kashmir. The engineering marvel was built using 28,660 megatonnes of steel and is designed to withstand extreme weather, earthquakes, and other natural calamities. Notably, it is equipped with advanced safety…

07 Jun

India to Host BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026; Joint Declaration Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

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Brasilia [Brazil], June 7, 2025 – India has been officially named the host of the next BRICS Parliamentary Forum in 2026, as announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the conclusion of the 11th edition of the forum held in Brasilia. The announcement came alongside a strong joint declaration by member nations, which collectively condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and endorsed a global zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.In his statement, Birla reaffirmed India's commitment to multilateral cooperation and said, “The agenda will be set for the Summit in India, and India will ensure a successful and…

07 Jun

Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal Presented in Mohali Court; Police Allege ISI Links, Seek 7-Day Remand

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjabespionage case, ISI agent Danish, Jasbir Singh Mahal, Mohali court

Mohali, June 7, 2025 — Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal was produced before the Mohali district court on Friday amid serious espionage allegations linking him to Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI. The police have requested a seven-day remand for further investigation.During the court proceedings, the government prosecutor informed the judge that Mahal had been introduced to an ISI agent named Danish, who allegedly facilitated contact between Mahal and Pakistani intelligence. Police revealed that Mahal had traveled to Pakistan six times, and during one such visit, his laptop was reportedly in the possession of an ISI agent for nearly 1.5 hours.The prosecution…

07 Jun

India Stands Firm as Pakistan Seeks Dialogue on Indus Waters Treaty

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New Delhi (National Times): In a notable geopolitical development, Pakistan has reached out multiple times to India in recent weeks, expressing willingness to resume talks on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). However, India has refused to engage, maintaining that the treaty will stay in abeyance following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, in which 26 people, mostly tourists, lost their lives to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. According to reports from The Indian Express, Pakistan's Water Resources Secretary Syed Ali Murtaza initially responded to India’s suspension notice in May, offering to “discuss specific provisions of the treaty” that India finds objectionable.…

07 Jun

COVID-19 Cases Rise in Dehradun as India Strengthens Preparedness; IIT Guwahati Develops New Detection Method

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Dehradun, June 7, 2025 : Seven new COVID-19 cases were reported in Dehradun on Friday, bringing the district’s total tally to 29. According to the Health Department, infections were detected in three individuals from Rishikesh, one from Sahaspur, and three from the Raipur area. Out of 25 people tested, seven returned positive results.Authorities are actively tracing contacts of the infected patients to prevent further spread. This localized surge comes amid a broader national uptick in cases.As of 8 AM on June 7, India has recorded 5,364 active COVID-19 cases. While most are mild and managed under home care, 55 COVID-related…

07 Jun

India’s Extreme Poverty Plummets from 27.1% to 5.3% in Just Over a Decade: World Bank

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New Delhi (National Times): In a landmark revelation, the World Bank has released its June 2025 Poverty Report, highlighting a significant decline in extreme poverty in India. According to the report, the percentage of Indians living in extreme poverty, defined as living on $3.00 a day (2021 PPP), has dropped dramatically from 27.12% in 2011 to just 5.25% in 2022. This translates to a reduction in the number of people living under extreme poverty from 344.41 million in 2011 to 75.22 million in 2022, an achievement that underscores the success of India’s inclusive growth strategies over the past decade. The…

07 Jun

G7 Summit Invitation Signals New Era in India-Canada Ties, Says Mark Carney

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Ottawa/New Delhi (National Times): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has revealed the rationale behind inviting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, despite India not being a formal member of the group. Carney, who recently assumed office after a sweeping electoral victory, said India’s global stature made its participation essential. "India is the fifth-largest economy in the world and the most populous country. Its presence is necessary, especially in view of the emerging world order," Carney said, underscoring New Delhi’s growing influence on the global stage. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Carney…

06 Jun

PM Modi to Address Mega Rally in Siwan on June 20, BJP Promises Major Announcements for Bihar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsBJP Bihar campaign, PM Modi Bihar visit, Siwan rally 2025

Siwan, Bihar – June 6, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Siwan on June 20 to address a large public rally, as announced by Bihar BJP chief Dilip Kumar Jaiswal. The event is being positioned as a landmark political gathering, with expectations of major policy announcements for the state.This will be Modi’s third visit to Bihar in recent weeks, following his appearances in Madhubani on April 24 and a two-day tour to Patna and Bikramganj in Rohtas district on May 29 and 30. According to Jaiswal, the Prime Minister has visited Bihar 51 times in the past…

06 Jun

PM Modi Officially Invited to G7 Summit by Canada’s New PM Mark Carney, Signals Thaw in Bilateral Ties

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New Delhi/Ottawa: Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, held a phone conversation with Canada's newly elected Prime Minister Mark J. Carney and congratulated him on his recent electoral victory. During the call, PM Carney extended an official invitation to PM Modi to attend the upcoming G7 Summit, which is scheduled to take place later this month in Kananaskis, Canada.Expressing his delight, PM Modi shared the development on social media, stating, “Pleased to speak with Canadian Prime Minister Mark J. Carney. I congratulated him on his recent election win and thanked him for the invitation to the G7 Summit to be…