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26 Jun

Ayodhya Donation Fraud Case: All Eight Named Accused Taken Into Custody, Investigation Intensifies

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Ayodhya (Rajeev Sharma): The Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested all eight individuals named in the FIR linked to the alleged misappropriation of donations collected at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, marking a significant step in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile case. Officials confirmed that the arrests were carried out late Thursday after police teams traced all the accused within Ayodhya. The suspects are now being questioned to determine how the alleged irregularities took place and whether more individuals were involved in the operation. The criminal case was initiated after Krishna Mohan, a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth…

26 Jun

Heavy Police Presence at Uttarakhand Border After Nihang Group Advances Towards Hemkund Sahib

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Uttarakhand (Rajeev Sharma): A major security operation was launched at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border after a group of Nihang Sikhs attempting to travel towards Hemkund Sahib crossed police barricades at the Kulhal checkpoint, leading to a brief confrontation with security personnel. Authorities had already heightened surveillance in the Vikasnagar region following intelligence inputs that members of the group, travelling from Punjab, intended to enter Uttarakhand. The border was secured with multiple barricades, riot-control units and senior administrative officers to manage the anticipated gathering. Despite repeated appeals from officials, a section of the procession reportedly forced its way through the barricades…

25 Jun

Union Government Removes Restrictions on Commercial Packed LPG; Restores Supply Chains Post-West Asia Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBulk LPG supply restored, C3 C4 streams allocation, Commercial LPG restrictions, West Asia energy crisis

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has announced a major policy relaxation for industrial and commercial Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers, effectively rolling back the stringent energy rationing measures imposed at the height of the recent West Asia crisis. Citing a substantial recovery in domestic production and a stable stream of upcoming imported LPG cargoes, the central government has lifted all sectoral restrictions on non-domestic packed LPG. This directive restores distribution channels to their full capacity, offering immense logistical relief to manufacturing units, hospitality chains, and small-to-medium business enterprises nationwide. The policy shift addresses the…

25 Jun

Ministry of External Affairs Notifies Steep Passport Fee Hike Across All Categories Effective July 1

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaLost passport replacement cost, Ministry of External Affairs, Passport fee hike, Passports Amendment Rules 2026, Tatkal passport charges

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In the first major revision of its kind in nearly fourteen years, the Union Government has officially announced a comprehensive restructuring of fees for Indian passports and related travel documents. Exercising powers conferred under Section 24 of the Passports Act, 1967, the Ministry of External Affairs has issued the Passports (Amendment) Rules, 2026. This notification completely replaces Schedule IV of the legacy Passports Rules, 1980, introducing an upward revision of costs across all demographic categories, page counts, and application modes. The revised financial framework is scheduled to take effect nationwide and across overseas missions starting July…

25 Jun

Former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to Head Chhattisgarh’s New Uniform Civil Code Committee

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaChhattisgarh government, Chhattisgarh UCC, Ranjana Prakash Desai, Uniform Civil Code

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) led Chhattisgarh government has officially initiated the process to introduce a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state by constituting a high-level drafting committee. Retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai has been appointed as the Chairperson of the panel. The strategic move positions Chhattisgarh alongside other BJP-governed states that are actively pursuing a unified legal framework for personal laws, shifting away from distinct community-based regulations. The newly formed committee boasts a diverse panel of administrative, legal, and social experts. Joining Justice Desai are retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers Shyamdhar…

25 Jun

Encounter Leads to Arrest of Final Two Suspects in Guru Randhawa Gym Shooting Investigation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDelhi

Delhi (Balwinder Singh/Gurpreet Singh): Delhi Police have claimed a major breakthrough in the investigation into the firing incident outside a gym linked to Punjabi singer Guru Randhawa, with the arrest of two alleged gang operatives following a late-night encounter in the national capital. According to officials, the duo had remained out of reach since the shooting incident earlier this month and were among the most wanted suspects in the case. Their arrest now means that all four individuals allegedly involved in the attack have been taken into custody. Police said Special Cell teams were acting on specific intelligence regarding the…

25 Jun

India Weighs Participation as Iran Extends Invitation for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Memorial Ceremonies

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Trending, World NewsAyatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India is assessing an invitation from Iran to participate in the memorial and funeral events being organised for late Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with a decision on the country's representation expected in the coming days, according to diplomatic sources. The ceremonies, scheduled for early July, are set to take place across multiple Iranian cities and are expected to attract heads of state, senior ministers and international delegations from around the world. Iranian authorities have reportedly reached out to several countries with which Tehran shares longstanding diplomatic ties, including India. Officials familiar with the matter said…

24 Jun

India and US Advance Bilateral Trade Agreement as Key Meetings Conclude in New Delhi

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBilateral Trade Agreement, India-US trade, Jamieson Greer, market access, Piyush Goyal, trade talks

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India and the United States have taken a significant step toward finalizing a balanced, mutually beneficial Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) following high-level discussions in New Delhi. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal concluded a series of productive meetings with United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer and his delegation on Wednesday morning. Ambassador Greer led an official US delegation to New Delhi from June 22 to June 24, 2026. The high-profile visit aimed to maintain momentum on bilateral trade discussions and finalize an interim deal, aligning with the joint statement issued on February 7,…

24 Jun

India and US Edge Closer to Major Trade Agreement as Economic Ties Gather Momentum

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, Trending, World NewsIndia, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma) India and the United States are believed to be in the final stages of negotiations on a comprehensive trade agreement that could significantly expand commercial cooperation between the two countries and strengthen one of the world’s most important economic partnerships. A senior American official has indicated that discussions have advanced considerably, with both sides working to resolve the remaining issues before reaching a final understanding. The proposed agreement is expected to improve market access, encourage investments and facilitate greater movement of goods between the two economies. The development reflects the increasing focus being placed on economic collaboration…

24 Jun

From Engagement to Alleged Murder Plot: How a Fort Trek Unravelled a Chilling Conspiracy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingPune

Pune (Rajeev Sharma): trek to a historic hill fort near Pune that was expected to be a routine outing has emerged as the centre of a shocking murder investigation, with police alleging that a young businessman was deliberately pushed to his death by his fiancée and her alleged lover. The case first came to light on June 18 when 26-year-old Ketan Agarwal died after falling into a gorge during a trek. At the time, the incident was treated as a tragic accident, and family members were informed that he had lost his footing while exploring the fort. However, investigators soon…