Haridwar land scam: CM Dhami orders case against officials, sellers

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved registering criminal cases against officials and land sellers in the Haridwar Municipal Corporation land purchase scam after a vigilance probe established allegations of criminal conspiracy and fraud. Action in Haridwar Land Purchase Scam In line with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s zero-tolerance policy against corruption, major action has been … Read more

WB: Heavy rain in North Bengal washes away bridge, causes damage

Heavy rainfall in North Bengal has caused extensive damage, washing away the Dudhiya Bridge, says Suvendu Adhikari. One person has died, and the government has approved immediate restoration work and financial aid for the bereaved family. North Bengal Ravaged by Heavy Rains West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that heavy rainfall in North Bengal … Read more

NFR GM inspects Agartala rail infra, focuses on safety, modernisation

NFR GM Chetan Kumar Shrivastava inspected Agartala and Sekerkote stations in Tripura, reviewing rail tracks, safety, and passenger facilities. He inaugurated a new lift and highlighted upcoming projects to boost regional connectivity. Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava conducted a comprehensive two-day inspection of key railway infrastructure and operational facilities at Agartala … Read more

UDF Budget Abandons Left Ideals, Pretence: Pinarayi Vijayan Criticises

Kerala LoP Pinarayi Vijayan criticised the UDF government’s first budget, alleging it marks a departure from welfare policies and the LDF’s development model, embracing corporate interests and abandoning the state’s pro-Left, people-centric ideals. Leader of the Opposition in the Keralam assembly, Pinarayi Vijayan, criticised the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) government’s first State Budget after … Read more

India, ASEAN strongly condemn cross-border terrorism, 2025 attacks

India and ASEAN strongly condemned terrorism, including cross-border type, at the 13th SOMTC. They denounced the 2025 attacks in Pahalgam and Delhi, agreeing to enhance cooperation against transnational crimes. India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism, during the 13th ASEAN-India Senior … Read more

Vivek Aggarwal becomes first Indian to be appointed FATF Vice-President

Senior IAS officer Vivek Aggarwal becomes the first Indian appointed as Vice-President of the FATF. This is seen as a recognition of India’s strong efforts in combating money laundering and terror financing on the global stage. Calling the appointment as the Vice-President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) a landmark moment, top Indian bureaucrat … Read more

NEET-UG 2026 re-exam: NTA holds mock drill, Odisha beefs up security

The NTA will hold a nationwide mock drill for the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam scheduled for June 21. Odisha Police have arranged extensive security at 132 centres. The test comes amid political controversy over an alleged paper leak and malpractice. Preparations for NEET-UG Re-examination The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct a nationwide mock drill on … Read more

Mekedatu row: Ashoka dares Congress to drop TVK alliance in Tamil Nadu

Karnataka LoP R Ashoka challenged Congress to drop its alliance with Tamil Nadu’s TVK party over the Mekedatu project. He also accused the state government of financial mismanagement, warning of bankruptcy and an impending drought crisis. Ashoka challenges Congress over Mekedatu, TVK alliance Karnataka Leader of Opposition R Ashoka challenged the Congress to withdraw its … Read more