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PM to lead nation in observing International Yoga Day from Kolkata

PM Modi will also commission three indigenously designed and built naval ships at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port

PM to lead nation in observing International Yoga Day from Kolkata
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

YSRCP flags 'irregularities' in SIR implementation in Andhra, writes to EC

According to Appireddy, BLOs, who are entrusted with the onus of undertaking the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) are also burdened with their regular departmental duties

YSRCP flags 'irregularities' in SIR implementation in Andhra, writes to EC
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 11:29 PM IST

Delhi Police denies permission to extend CJP protest, asks Dipke to vacate

The protest, led by CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, is scheduled to begin at 1 pm amid heightened police presence, with supporters arriving from different parts of Delhi and neighbouring states

Delhi Police denies permission to extend CJP protest, asks Dipke to vacate
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:36 PM IST

World Bank clears ₹4,000-crore loan for Haryana water security project

The total cost of the project is ₹5,714 crore and it will be implemented in phases between 2026 and 2032

World Bank clears ₹4,000-crore loan for Haryana water security project
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:34 PM IST

Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu

President Murmu said development becomes meaningful only when its benefits reach every citizen, while stressing the importance of preserving cultural identity and advancing tribal welfare

Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 10:08 PM IST

Three India-flagged oil tankers cross Hormuz with 94 crew onboard

The three crude oil tankers -- Desh Vaibhav, Desh Vibhor, and Sanmar Herald -- are expected to arrive in India between June 24 and July 1

Three India-flagged oil tankers cross Hormuz with 94 crew onboard
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 9:10 PM IST

EU lifts travel advisory for Assam, except 3 districts under Afspa: Himanta

He said that the USA and Canada are yet to lift the travel restrictions for Assam, and the state government was pursuing the matter with them

EU lifts travel advisory for Assam, except 3 districts under Afspa: Himanta
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 9:02 PM IST

There is a little bit of Modi in everyone's life: Odisha CM Majhi

Majhi said PM Modi's leadership has transformed governance and welfare delivery, highlighting the state's development initiatives and investment push

There is a little bit of Modi in everyone's life: Odisha CM Majhi
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 8:46 PM IST

NTA says Nagpur candidate selected Abu Dhabi NEET centre through own login

The agency said its web activity records indicated that the city change was carried out through the candidate's registered login during the open correction period

NTA says Nagpur candidate selected Abu Dhabi NEET centre through own login
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 8:45 PM IST

From Pahadpur to Purvodaya: PM Modi sees Odisha driving India's growth

PM Modi said Odisha will play a central role in India's journey towards becoming a developed nation, highlighting investments, tribal welfare and the Centre's Purvodaya strategy

From Pahadpur to Purvodaya: PM Modi sees Odisha driving India's growth
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 8:19 PM IST

Nagpur candidate chose Abu Dhabi centre via own login, changed later: NTA

The agency said that despite the Abu Dhabi centre being chosen by the candidate, it received an informal request on the evening of June 19, 48 hours before the exam, to change the centre to Nagpur

Nagpur candidate chose Abu Dhabi centre via own login, changed later: NTA
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 7:23 PM IST

Unlike past govts, we'll honour Syama Prasad Mookerjee's legacy: Suvendu

The chief minister said the government would observe Mookerjee's martyrdom day on June 23 and celebrate his 125th birth anniversary on July 6 with due solemnity

Unlike past govts, we'll honour Syama Prasad Mookerjee's legacy: Suvendu
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 7:12 PM IST

Bengal has broken its shackles, says PM Modi in first visit since polls

Addressing the Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Tarakeswar, Modi said the atmosphere in the state reflected a sense of change and renewed optimism

Bengal has broken its shackles, says PM Modi in first visit since polls
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 5:39 PM IST

Ban on political ads in Delhi Metro during Model Code of Conduct valid: HC

The petition challenged the January 2020 order of a single judge which upheld DMRC banning political advertisements from being displayed in metro stations and trains while the MCC was in force

Ban on political ads in Delhi Metro during Model Code of Conduct valid: HC
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 4:24 PM IST

Eastern India is emerging as a gateway to progress: PM Modi in Odisha

PM Modi said eastern India is becoming a growth hub as he laid foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 47,600 crore in Odisha and highlighting the state's investment momentum

Eastern India is emerging as a gateway to progress: PM Modi in Odisha
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 3:51 PM IST

Only one Shiv Sena exists, led by Shinde: Shah's jibe at Uddhav Thackeray

The Sena (UBT) is staring at a crisis as at least six Lok Sabha MPs are believed to have revolted against Thackeray and are likely to cross over to the ruling Shiv Sena

Only one Shiv Sena exists, led by Shinde: Shah's jibe at Uddhav Thackeray
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

President Murmu, PM Modi launch projects worth over ₹47,600 crore in Odisha

The projects, spanning sectors such as energy, industrial infrastructure, roads, drinking water, health, education, tourism and irrigation, were unveiled on the 2nd anniversary of the Odisha BJP govt

President Murmu, PM Modi launch projects worth over ₹47,600 crore in Odisha
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 2:29 PM IST

PM greets people of Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas', vows support for growth

The new BJP government has decided to observe 'Paschimbanga Divas' or West Bengal Day on June 20

PM greets people of Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas', vows support for growth
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 2:21 PM IST

Neet re-exam: Security tightened at 92 Kota centres; candidate count falls

Authorities have completed security and administrative arrangements at 92 centres, with the number of candidates in Kota falling by nearly 5,900 compared with the May 3 examination

Neet re-exam: Security tightened at 92 Kota centres; candidate count falls
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 1:51 PM IST

BEST strike day 2: Mumbai commuters struggle as buses remain off roads

The strike has severely impacted the daily commute of lakhs of people in the financial capital, with many office-goers, students, senior citizens and patients reporting difficulties

BEST strike day 2: Mumbai commuters struggle as buses remain off roads
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 1:29 PM IST