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06 Jul

Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust Meeting to Focus on Donation Probe, Administrative Decisions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingAyodhya, Ram Temple

Ayodhya (Rajeev Sharma): The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust will convene an important meeting in Ayodhya on Monday as the organisation reviews the progress of the investigation into the alleged misuse of temple donations. Along with the inquiry, trustees are also expected to discuss key administrative matters that could shape the functioning of the Trust in the coming months. Sources said the meeting will take place at Mani Ram Chhawni, where trustees will examine the preliminary report submitted by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged financial irregularities. The findings are expected to be discussed before the Trust…

06 Jul

Monsoon Tragedy in Mumbai: Six Dead After Residential Structure Crashes Down in Mankhurd

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingMumbai

Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy monsoon rains turned deadly in Mumbai on Sunday after a residential chawl in the Mankhurd locality collapsed, killing at least six people and injuring one. Rescue workers continued searching through the debris late into the night amid concerns that additional occupants could still be trapped beneath the fallen structure. The incident took place in Janta Nagar, where the ageing multi-storey building suddenly gave way during persistent rainfall. Firefighters, police personnel, disaster response teams, and civic officials immediately reached the location and launched a large-scale rescue operation. Officials said the rescue mission remained challenging due to unstable…

05 Jul

Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee Forms Four-Member Panel to Probe Donation Irregularities

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBadrinath Dham, BKTC probe, Donation controversy

Badrinath (Gurpreet Singh): The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee has constituted a high-level, four-member panel to investigate escalating allegations of corruption regarding the handling of pilgrims' offerings and financial donations at Badrinath Dham. The temple administration took formal cognisance of the matter after specific accusations went viral across multiple social media platforms. BKTC Chief Executive Officer Sohan Singh Rangad announced on Sunday that chairman Hemant Dwivedi ordered the immediate formation of the inquiry panel to ensure a completely impartial investigation, directing the team to submit a comprehensive evidentiary report within seven days. The investigative panel is mandated to conduct a thorough, ground-level…

05 Jul

India’s Automotive Giants Back Government’s Accelerated Transition to E20 Petrol

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBiofuel transition, E20 fuel, Engine safety, green energy

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Indian government and leading domestic car manufacturers have strongly defended the nationwide implementation of E20 ethanol-blended petrol, confirming that rigorous scientific evaluations show no evidence of the biofuel causing engine damage. The unified reassurance addresses widespread public anxieties and unverified social media claims regarding vehicle durability, particularly for older models. To address these concerns, the Ministries of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Heavy Industries, and Road Transport and Highways coordinated with major industry leaders to clarify that the green energy transition was executed only after extensive laboratory testing and field validation. Maruti Suzuki, the country's largest…

05 Jul

Goldy Brar’s Close Associate Gurpreet Singh alias Goldy Dhillon Arrested in Spain; India Begins Extradition Process

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Rajeev Sharma: In a significant breakthrough against transnational organized crime, notorious gangster Gurpreet Singh, also known as Goldy Dhillon, a close associate of Canada based designated terrorist Goldy Brar, has been arrested in Madrid, Spain. The arrest was carried out following a coordinated intelligence-led operation involving the Punjab Police Anti Gangster Task Force, Chandigarh Police, and central intelligence agencies. Authorities described the operation as a major success in dismantling the international network of the Goldy Brar gang. According to investigators, Goldy Dhillon is the alleged mastermind behind the broad daylight murder of a pharmacy cashier in Chandigarh’s Sector 11 and…

05 Jul

MeitY Seeks Answers from Meta, Orders Removal of Child Sexual Abuse Content Linked to Instagram Ads

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingIndia, Meta

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has reportedly taken stringent action against Meta over the alleged circulation of Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) through paid advertisements on Instagram. According to sources, the ministry has directed the company to immediately block all advertisements and content found to be promoting or enabling access to such illegal material. Sources familiar with the development said the Centre has expressed serious concern over the issue and has asked Meta to ensure that all such content is taken down without delay. The government has also sought a detailed…

05 Jul

Udhampur Airport Project Gains Momentum as Government Invites Bids for Terminal Construction

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingUdhampur

Udhampur (Rajeev Sharma): The proposed airport at Udhampur has moved a step closer to execution after the government initiated the tendering process for the construction of its terminal building. The development was announced by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who shared the latest progress through a post on X. According to the minister, the tender has officially been floated, marking the beginning of the contractor selection process. He informed that the technical bids will be opened on July 10, while the financial bids are expected to be considered on July 22, subject to the completion of the evaluation process. Dr.…

05 Jul

Rescue Mission Continues Off Visakhapatnam Coast as Six Fishermen Remain Untraceable

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingVisakhapatnam

Vizag (Rajeev Sharma): Rescue agencies have intensified efforts to locate six fishermen who remain missing after a fishing vessel reportedly met with an accident in the Bay of Bengal near the Visakhapatnam coast. One member of the crew has been rescued safely, while search teams continue operations across the affected area. The fishermen had set out to sea several days ago and were expected to return after completing their fishing trip. Concern grew among their family members when they failed to arrive on schedule and could not be contacted. Following the alert, maritime authorities launched an extensive search operation. According…

05 Jul

Fresh Spell of Heavy Rain Likely in Himachal From Monday; IMD Warns of Landslides and Flash Flood Risks

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal

Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): A fresh phase of monsoon activity is expected to grip Himachal Pradesh from July 6, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting heavy rainfall in several districts over the next few days. After a brief break in intense showers, weather conditions are likely to worsen again as a Western Disturbance becomes active across the region. The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for Mandi and Sirmaur districts on Monday, indicating the possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Kangra, Kullu, Shimla, and Solan have been placed under a Yellow Alert, where moderate to heavy showers accompanied…

05 Jul

Massive Search Continues in Shopian as Security Forces Surround Orchard Hiding Two Suspected LeT Militants

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingShopian

Shopian (Rajeev Sharma): Security forces remained engaged in an intensive anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian district on Sunday, maintaining a tight security cordon around an orchard where two suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) militants are believed to be trapped. The operation was launched after surveillance inputs reportedly confirmed the presence of the two local militants in the Meemandar area. Acting on the intelligence, teams from the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) moved into the locality and sealed the surrounding villages to prevent any escape. Officials said the suspects allegedly fired at security…