Dialogue promotes healthy democracy: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijendra Gupta said on Saturday that constructive dialogue remains the cornerstone of a healthy democracy and a harmonious society. Addressing the inaugural session of the two-day National Seminar on…
Chennithala expands ‘Operation Toofan’ with support from religious, social leaders
Kozhikode, June 20 (IANS) The Kerala government’s anti-drug drive, ‘Operation Toofan: The Narcotic Hunt’, is being expanded into a wider social movement, with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announcing plans to bring frontline leaders…
Shiv Sena leader Bachchu Kadu backs HM Amit Shah’s ‘no faction left’ remark
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, June 20 (IANS) While backing Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s ‘no faction left’ remark while taking a jibe at Uddhav Thackeray, Shiv Sena leader Bachchu Kadu on Saturday asserted that Maharashtra Chief Minister…
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, cites MoU violation by US and Israel
Tehran, June 20 (IANS) Iran on Saturday announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz once again, citing alleged violations of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by the US and Israel, local media reported. Just days after announcing an agreement…
J&K L-G announces reopening of Naranag Temple in Ganderbal for devotees, tourists
Srinagar, June 20 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday announced the reopening of the historic Naranag Temple in Ganderbal district for devotees and tourists. The L-G said in a post on X: “After a thorough security review, a…
Trump reiterates Meloni asked ‘over and over’ for picture with him, claims Italian PM’s popularity level falling at home
Washington, June 20 (IANS) A once-close political partnership between US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has erupted into a public feud after Trump claimed the Italian leader repeatedly sought a photograph with him at the…
No injury is easy, but this one has hit the hardest, says Shreyanka after being ruled out of T20 WC
Manchester, June 20 (IANS) India off‑spin bowling all‑rounder Shreyanka Patil admitted her latest injury setback has been the ‘hardest’ to take after a right ankle injury led to her being ruled out of the remainder of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.…
MP: Lightning kills woman, niece in Shahdol while gathering Mahua flowers
Bhopal/Shahdol, June 20 (IANS) In a tragic incident amid shifting pre-monsoon weather, a woman and her eight-year-old niece lost their lives after being struck by lightning in Odari village under Papaundh police station in Shahdol district in Madhya…
Bihar govt orders judicial inquiry into Bharat Tiwari encounter amid political backlash
Patna, June 20 (IANS) The police encounter that took place on June 17 in Bilauti village under the Shahpur police station area of Bhojpur district has taken a significant turn, with the Samrat Choudhary government ordering a judicial inquiry into the…
Mongolia: 40-member Indian Army contingent participates in opening ceremony of multilateral exercise
Ulaanbaatar, June 20 (IANS) A 40-member Indian Army contingent, including two lady officers, on Saturday participated in the opening ceremony of the 23rd edition of multilateral exercise Khaan Quest 2026, at Five Hills Training Area in Mongolia’s…