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30 Jun

Delhi High Court Permits Minor to Donate Liver to Father Under Exceptional Medical Grounds

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) — The Delhi High Court has granted permission to a 17-year-old boy to donate a portion of his liver to his critically ill father, ruling that the case meets the criteria for "exceptional medical grounds" outlined under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Rules, 2014. The petition was submitted by the minor through his mother and natural guardian, requesting directives for the authorities to authorize the procedure. The minor's father, Uttam Kumar Shaw, is currently undergoing treatment at the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) in Vasant Kunj. He is battling advanced chronic liver…

30 Jun

Centre Lifts Emergency Curbs on Petrol and Diesel Sales as Fuel Supplies Stabilise

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New Delhi: The Central Government has officially rolled back the temporary regulatory restrictions imposed on the retail sale and distribution of petrol and diesel across the country. The fresh directive, issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, effectively removes all emergency caps, including the strict purchase limit of 200 litres of high-speed diesel per vehicle each day. Normal fuel distribution and purchasing arrangements at all public sector oil marketing company outlets are set to fully restore on July 1. The emergency curbs were originally put into place on June 12, 2026, following severe global energy supply chain disruptions…

30 Jun

Massive Blaze at Haldia Refinery Pipeline Leaves Over Ten Injured and Disrupts Rail Services

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Haldia (Gurpreet Singh): A devastating fire broke out at a naphtha pipeline connected to the Haldia refinery in West Bengal's Purba Medinipur district early Tuesday morning, resulting in injuries to more than ten individuals and destroying multiple homes. The emergency began around 2:45 a.m. when the flames were first detected. The fire quickly intensified, spreading into the nearby Chiranjibpur neighbourhood within ward 13 of the Haldia Municipality and trapping residents as it consumed local houses. A massive emergency response was initiated, with twelve fire engines rushed to the site to battle the inferno. Firefighters worked tirelessly through the morning to…

29 Jun

Digital Trail Tightens Around Pune Murder Case; Investigators Recover Fresh Evidence Against Accused Couple

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Pune (Rajeev Sharma): The investigation into the murder of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal has gathered fresh momentum after police uncovered new digital evidence that allegedly links the two accused to a carefully coordinated conspiracy before the crime. Officials investigating the case have identified a phone conversation between Siya Goyal and her alleged partner, Chetan Chaudhary, that took place less than an hour before Agarwal's death at Lohagad Fort. Investigators believe the call could prove significant in reconstructing the events that unfolded shortly before the alleged murder. According to police sources, forensic experts are now examining mobile phone records, tower locations…

29 Jun

Jammu Strengthens Amarnath Yatra Security with High-Tech Monitoring Centre, 600 CCTV Cameras Activated

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Jammu (Rajeev Sharma): Ahead of the annual Amarnath Yatra, authorities have significantly upgraded security arrangements in Jammu by commissioning an Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), which will serve as the central coordination hub for surveillance and emergency response throughout the pilgrimage. The newly operational facility will oversee security across the city by integrating live feeds from nearly 600 CCTV cameras installed at sensitive locations, major intersections, transit camps, and key routes used by pilgrims heading towards the holy cave shrine. Officials said the command centre enables seamless coordination between the Jammu and Kashmir Police, security forces and other government…

29 Jun

Southwest Monsoon Remains on Hold in Himachal; IMD Forecasts Widespread Rainfall From Early July

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh will have to wait a little longer for the arrival of the southwest monsoon, with weather experts indicating that the seasonal system is running behind its normal schedule. While the monsoon has yet to enter the hill state, meteorological conditions are becoming increasingly favourable for its advance over the coming week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the monsoon is gradually progressing across northern India after expanding through several parts of central and eastern regions. Officials expect the weather system to move closer to Himachal Pradesh within the next five to six days, aided by…

29 Jun

UP Sikh Gurudwara Coordination Committee Holds Mega Convention, Focuses on Community Rights and Legal Support

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Shahjahanpur (Gurpreet Singh): A large gathering of Sikh representatives from across Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly and Lucknow divisions convened at Gurudwara Sahib Kar Seva in Banda, Shahjahanpur, where leaders outlined a roadmap to strengthen community welfare, legal assistance and organisational unity. The convention, organised by the Uttar Pradesh Sikh Gurudwara Coordination Committee, witnessed participation from more than 500 delegates, including members of Gurudwara management committees and Sikh social organisations representing several districts, tehsils and towns across the region. The meeting was chaired by senior advocate Sardar Parvinder Singh, while the proceedings were coordinated by Dashmesh Academy Manager Sardar Baldev Singh. Speakers…

28 Jun

Monuments of Self-Reliance: PM Modi Hails Indigenous Defence and Global Sporting Milestones on ‘Mann Ki Baat’

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Emphasizing the country's accelerating strides toward comprehensive self-reliance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday showcased a series of stellar indigenous breakthroughs across the naval, aerospace, and strategic missile sectors during his monthly radio address, Mann ki Baat. The Prime Minister asserted that these landmark achievements not only fortify national security infrastructure but also serve as powerful milestones that inspire collective national pride and advance the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Reflecting on his recent official visit to Kolkata, West Bengal, the Prime Minister highlighted the high-profile tri-commissioning of three indigenously designed and built warships—the advanced stealth…

28 Jun

National Responsibility for Excellence: Piyush Goyal Champions ‘Made in India’ Brand Integrity Ahead of Landmark UK Trade Pact

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London (Gurpreet Singh): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has stated that the 'Made in India' label serves as a powerful symbol of the nation's global reputation and unwavering dedication to quality, emphasizing that manufacturing excellence is not merely a corporate benchmark but a core national responsibility. Highlighting the international footprint of the Tamil Nadu-based Florence Shoe Company during a high-profile business plenary session in London, Goyal cited its global trajectory as a prime example of how Indian entrepreneurs are elevating Brand India’s image on the world stage through world-class manufacturing. Addressing global investors and business leaders, the minister…

28 Jun

Championing Climate Justice: PM Narendra Modi Advocates for Island Nations in Historic Address to Seychelles National Assembly

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Victoria (Gurpreet Singh): Delivering a historic address to an Extraordinary Sitting of the National Assembly of Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly advocated for climate justice, asserting that the Global South, and particularly small island nations, bear the most severe impacts of global climate change despite contributing the least to it. Speaking on Sunday, June 28, 2026, during his high-profile three-day State Visit to the archipelagic nation, Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to address the house, calling for global climate action anchored firmly in fairness, responsibility, and equity. The Prime Minister emphasized that the damaging effects of shifting…