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Jun 29, 2026, 03:32 PM

Telangana Minister Warns Against Vote Deletions Amid Electoral Roll Revision

Alleging that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is being used as a cover to delete votes of political opponents, Telangana minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Monday, June 29, urged citizens across Telangana to cooperate with Booth Level Officers (BLO) and ensure their names remain on the voter list. Speaking at an awareness programme held across four mandals in Husnabad constituency of Siddipet district on Monday, June 29, Prabhakar said nearly one crore votes across the state were currently in a “neutral” or unverified state, with Husnabad constituency alone accounting for 61,000 such entries. “This government has undertaken the process of removing votes against them in the name of voter registration amendment,” he alleged, calling on Congress workers, village-level volunteers and every citizen who believed in democracy to step forward and ensure no eligible voter was struck off the rolls. The minister acknowledged that special voter registration amendments were not without precedent, pointing out that a similar exercise had been carried out in 2002. However, he said, the earlier exercises had been conducted with the intent of ensuring no eligible voter lost their franchise, whereas the current drive, he claimed, was driven by partisan motives. Prabhakar drew a distinction between rural and urban areas, saying that while procedural gaps were visible in villages, he suspected a more deliberate attempt in urban pockets to target votes that were likely to go against the ruling dispensation. He urged every voter to ensure they provided BLOs or Booth Level Agents (BLA) visiting their homes with two photographs and completed the necessary documentation. “Not a single eligible voter should miss a single vote,” he said, adding that the Congress was running constituency- and booth-level awareness drives across the state to that end.

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Siasat News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 03:09 PM

Oman Denies Support for Transit Fees on Strait of Hormuz

Oman has denied reports that it supports imposing transit fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, with Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi clarifying that discussions with Iran concern voluntary maritime services rather than compulsory charges. Speaking in an interview with Monte Carlo International Radio , published by the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, June 29, al-Busaidi said the Sultanate remains committed to the International Law of the Sea and freedom of navigation. He stressed that Oman does not support charging ships to transit the strategic waterway. The minister said there is a clear distinction between transit fees and maritime, environmental and safety services. While compulsory charges are not under consideration, he said countries and shipping companies using the strait could voluntarily cooperate on services aimed at improving navigational safety, protecting the marine environment and strengthening emergency response. He cited the Strait of Malacca and waters around Singapore as examples of similar arrangements. Al-Busaidi added that Oman and Iran have agreed that any future procedures concerning the Strait of Hormuz will remain within the framework of international law. He also reaffirmed Oman’s commitment to keeping the waterway safe, secure and open to all, describing it as one of the world’s most important maritime trade routes. Calling for restraint, the minister said Oman continues to support de-escalation and implementation of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States. He added that Gulf countries share the priority of reducing tensions and preventing further escalation, while Muscat remains committed to dialogue with all parties. His remarks came after the first meeting of the Omani-Iranian joint committee on the Strait of Hormuz in Muscat. Led by Oman’s Ambassador-at-Large Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah Al Hinai and Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi, the committee discussed maritime navigation, related services and future cooperation while reaffirming its commitment to international law. Qatar has temporarily suspended sailing and all maritime activities until further notice, the Ministry of Transport announced on Monday. The ministry urged owners and operators of leisure boats, fishing vessels, jet skis and other small craft to halt operations to ensure public safety. Commercial vessels operating under international maritime conventions and existing regulations are exempt from the suspension. The ministry said the decision was taken in coordination with the relevant security authorities. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told Admiral Brad Cooper on Monday that the government remains committed to extending state authority through the Lebanese Armed Forces to the border with Israel. The two also discussed implementing the framework agreement between Lebanon, Israel and the United States, according to the presidency. France and Oman will work with international partners to clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz and help ensure freedom of navigation, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday after meeting Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at the Elysee Palace in Paris. In a post on X, Macron said the two countries had agreed to cooperate on mine-clearing efforts to secure maritime routes and guarantee “free and unconditional” passage through the strategic waterway. He added that France and Oman are also working together to support efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. Commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed sharply over the weekend after renewed military exchanges between the United States and Iran raised concerns over maritime security. Bloomberg , citing maritime tracking data, reported a sharp decline in vessel movements as some shipowners delayed voyages or altered routes. CNN , citing maritime intelligence firm Kpler, later reported that traffic had begun recovering, with tankers and container ships resuming transit through the waterway. Al Jazeera also reported that many vessels continued using routes near the Omani coast despite heightened security concerns. US President Donald Trump said Iran had requested a meeting and confirmed that talks would take place in Doha on Tuesday, June 30. The White House said senior advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner would attend the high-level discussions, while technical teams would hold parallel talks aimed at preserving the memorandum of understanding. Meanwhile, The Guardian reported that differing interpretations of the agreement continue to fuel tensions between Washington and Tehran. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed the latest developments in Lebanon with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, reaffirming Cairo’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and calling for continued efforts to reduce tensions, according to Al Jazeera . Separately, the Lebanese army said commander General Rodolphe Haykal met Admiral Brad Cooper, the senior US military commander for the Middle East, to discuss implementation of the recently signed US-backed security framework between Lebanon and Israel, regional developments and future military cooperation. Hezbollah, meanwhile, accused Israel of carrying out repeated ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon, including air strikes and drone attacks, Al Jazeera reported. Iraq’s government has given pro-Iran armed groups until September 30 to surrender their weapons, government spokesman Basim al-Awadi announced during a press conference. The move comes ahead of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s planned visit to Washington. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan will begin a two-day official visit to China on Tuesday at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to China’s Foreign Ministry. Limited commercial flights between the United Arab Emirates and Iran resumed on Monday after weeks of suspension following the recent conflict. According to Dubai Airports, an Iranian carrier resumed services to Tehran, while Iranian state media also reported the gradual restoration of flights between the two countries.

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The Daily Guardian

Jun 29, 2026, 03:05 PM

India's Energy Supply Management: A Template for Future Crises?

New Delhi [India], June 29 (ANI): India’s ability for coordinated response during an impending crisis will help keep domestic energy supply stable even amid high import dependence, Sushma Rawat, former Director, Exploration, ONGC, has said, adding that the country’s handling of the Strait of Hormuz disruption offers a template for any future shock. “India would almost come at nine out of 10 if you rate global government performance during the crisis,” Sushma Rawat told ANI in a conversation on India’s energy supply management. “It’s really credible the way the Government of India and the Ministry of Oil and Natural Gas has handled this,” she added, pointing to the country’s multilayered demand, vast population and logistically challenging geography. Despite 85 per cent crude import dependence and 80-90 per cent of LNG coming through the Strait of Hormuz, mainly from Qatar, India saw only “two to three percent” initial price impact versus “40 percent” increases in the US and Europe, Rawat said. “That buffer which the Indian government took in terms of financial loss and under recoveries… saved the common man from difficulties.” PSUs “absorbed the losses,” she noted, adding that supply disruptions were “almost negligible” and black marketing was “nipped in the bud.” On LPG, Rawat referred to rapid rebalancing. “A 30 per cent reduction for industrial use… channeling it towards domestic supply,” plus pricing and a fast-track shift to PNG in metros. She said new pipelines have been laid and steps have been taken against double connectivity freeing cylinders for logistically difficult areas. Rawat said that more than 50 per cent of the outcome was due to diplomacy, because “if you are good at geopolitics you can ensure your source from anywhere.” India, she said, did not take sides and stressed that “the world has to be ensured supply of energy because that is a requirement for everyone.” The approach — leveraging ties with Russia, the Gulf countries, and others — and efforts by the government ensured vessels intermittently continued passing through Hormuz, she said. Rawat said India is diversifying sources, accelerating domestic gas use, and expanding PNG to reduce exposure. “A lot of people across the world would have been very surprised… the way India handled its energy disruption,” she said, adding that “decades of friendship building” underpin today’s resilience. (ANI) (The article has been published through a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has been published verbatim. Liability lies with original publisher.)

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The Financial Express

Jun 29, 2026, 02:40 PM

SaaS Investor Jason Lemkin: Only Invests in Startups with Small Teams Working from the Office Six Days a Week

The future of work has been one of the biggest debates in the tech industry since the pandemic, with many companies embracing flexible and remote work while others push employees back into the office. Now, one of the most influential voices in the SaaS ecosystem has made his position clear. Jason Lemkin, known as the “Godfather of SaaS ,” says he is only interested in investing in startups that have small teams working from the office six days a week. According to him, companies that rely on remote work or promise employees an easier schedule will struggle to compete in an AI -driven world. Lemkin said the startups he wants to invest in are those that prioritise in-person work and expect employees to put in long hours while speaking on a recent episode of the 20VC podcast. “I want small, high paid teams that work in the office over six days a week,” Lemkin said. “I’m not interested in investing in anything else. I’m just not interested. And it’s not because I don’t have empathy, it’s because they’re going to fail.” He said his view is based on what he has seen within his own team. While acknowledging that remote work can be successful for some people, he believes it comes with too many distractions. Lemkin added that the companies he follows closely are no longer hiring people looking for a relaxed work-life balance. “They’re not hiring folks that want to work 20 hours a week from home,” he said. Lemkin also said people hoping to build significant wealth through startup equity need to understand that success comes with trade-offs. In his view, employees cannot expect extraordinary financial rewards while working fewer hours. “You don’t get to make 10 million for working 18 hours a week. You get a watch. You get an Omega,” Lemkin said. “You want an Omega, or you want to be rich? Make your choice, boys.” According to Lemkin, tech workers today have to choose between a comfortable lifestyle with a steady salary or taking on the demanding pace of high-growth startups in the hope of creating wealth through equity. “Do you want to make money from your equity or do you want to make $180,000 a year?” he said. “This is going to be your choice in tech.” During the conversation, Lemkin also agreed with comments made by Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen, who had previously described remote work as “white-collar fraud” because of the distractions employees face while working from home. “I have a three-year-old and a five-year-old. The idea that I could do any work at my house is like a total fantasy,” Petersen said on an earlier episode of the podcast. “And, like, I have a bigger house than most employees do. Like, I actually do have a private office I can close the door on. It doesn’t matter — there’s no work getting done at that house when the kids are around.” Lemkin said that, if anything, Petersen’s comments were already “dated.” According to him, the most ambitious startups and the investors backing them have already accepted that remote work is not the model that will produce the fastest-growing companies. Lemkin believes established companies have a tougher challenge because they cannot easily change their work culture or replace employees who are unwilling to adapt to the industry’s changing expectations. “I thought Ryan’s running an old company, right? It’s old. Flexport is old,” Lemkin said. “And I think, he is struggling with trying to modernize his team and being competitive with the way startups are today. He’s struggling with the fact you can’t change out your entire team. What do you do with the folks that are unwilling to change at these big companies?” Flexport, a global freight forwarding and customs brokerage company, was founded by Ryan Petersen and his brother David Petersen in 2013. Lemkin’s comments come at a time when many technology companies are using AI to operate with leaner teams and faster decision-making. Across Silicon Valley, founders are increasingly talking about hiring fewer people while expecting each employee to contribute more. Lemkin believes this has created “nothing in the middle.” According to him, startups that want to become market leaders need highly committed employees willing to work intensely alongside small teams. In his view, companies that offer greater flexibility may find it harder to compete in the years ahead.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 29, 2026, 02:32 PM

India Denies Reports of Improved Relations with Pakistan Amid Track-II Talks Speculation

The big statement by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri comes amid speculation about Track-II talks between India and Pakistan. In this statement, India has denied reports of any improvement in diplomatic relations with Pakistan. The Foreign Secretary said that the Indian government has no official connection with such events. Those attending such events are not representatives of the government. Misri clarified that such events and meetings are held in different parts of the world. There is nothing new in such meetings. These have been held before. Misri clarified that these meetings were entirely organised by private entities having nothing to do with the Indian government. Misri clarified that Track-II talks are an informal mode of diplomacy involving non-governmental people, such as academics, retired officials, and civil society leaders. It is a government-to-government dialogue, where people can discuss options without any pressure from Colombo and a hotel to discuss ways to reduce political tensions between India and Pakistan.

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The Daily Guardian

Jun 29, 2026, 02:25 PM

Serbia's President Vucic Expected to Seek Re-Election Amid Protests and Economic Growth

* Analysts expect Vucic will seek to run as prime minister * Deadly roof collapse in November 2024 sparked mass protests * Serbia has seen broad economic development during his tenure By Aleksandar (The article has been published through a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has been published verbatim. Liability lies with original publisher.)

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 02:18 PM

BJP Government Fails to Fulfill Election Promises, Says Samajwadi Party MP

Alleging that only two people are selling the country's assets and two people are buying it, he said this has been going on since the formation of the BJP government. He launched a scathing attack on the central and state government at a press conference held at the district office of the Samajwadi Party on Monday. He said that the Bharatiya Janata Party had made many promises before coming to power, such as providing 2 crore jobs every year, sending Rs 15 lakh to every citizen's account, making the person wearing slippers fly, and doubling the income of farmers, but none of these promises were fulfilled. This shows that the reins of the country are in weak hands. The MP said that the promise of bringing back black money from abroad also remained unfulfilled, while the general public suffered a lot after demonetisation. He alleged that after 2014, there was an increase in farmer suicides in the country, but the government remained insensitive.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 29, 2026, 02:15 PM

State Government Reviews Ease of Doing Business Reforms to Boost Economic Activity

In order to give a new impetus to the Ease of Doing Business reforms in the state, a high-level review meeting was held on Monday under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary SP Goyal.

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The Moscow Times

Jun 29, 2026, 02:06 PM

Putin-Linked Luxury Yacht Sails Through Danish Waters Under Russian Naval Escort

A luxury yacht widely reported to be linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin sailed through Danish waters on Monday under the escort of two Russian naval vessels, Danish broadcaster DR reported . The 82-meter Graceful crossed the Great Belt strait overnight and was later spotted passing the Danish island of Anholt before heading toward Grenen, the northern tip of the Jutland peninsula, DR reported. The convoy was being shadowed by the Danish Navy patrol vessel P521 Freja. According to DR, Graceful was accompanied by a Russian destroyer and a patrol ship. The yacht's destination has not been disclosed. Danish military officials told DR that monitoring vessels transiting the country's straits, including foreign state ships, is routine. The convoy had also been tracked by the German coast guard before entering Danish waters on Sunday, the broadcaster said. Graceful's Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder has been switched off since Aug. 30, 2022, according to DR, making the vessel difficult to track electronically. Despite that, the yacht has been sighted periodically in St. Petersburg and elsewhere in the Baltic Sea. International media outlets, including Forbes, have linked Graceful to Putin, though the Kremlin has never acknowledged ownership. Forbes has estimated the yacht's value at around 100 million euros ($117 million). The vessel was undergoing maintenance in the German port of Hamburg before Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine and departed on Feb. 7, 2022 — 17 days before Russian troops crossed the Ukrainian border. Read this article in Russian at The Moscow Times' Russian service.

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DD News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 01:46 PM

Iran and Oman Establish Joint Committee to Address Strait of Hormuz Governance Amid Regional Tensions

Iran and Oman have held the first meeting of their newly established joint Hormuz Committee in Muscat, marking a fresh diplomatic effort to address the future governance and maritime management of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz amid continuing regional tensions. Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, said the meeting focused on current developments in the strait, the sovereign rights of Gulf coastal states, and possible frameworks for its future administration. The discussions were held with Omani Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Abdulaziz Al Hinai and follow an agreement reached last week between Tehran and Muscat to establish the joint committee. The initiative comes after several days of heightened military tensions in West Asia that disrupted commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. Diplomatic efforts led by Oman have sought to reduce tensions and ensure the continued safety of international navigation while keeping dialogue open between regional stakeholders. The latest meeting also follows recent uncertainty over maritime traffic after exchanges between Iran and the United States and disagreements over navigation arrangements in the strait. While both countries have recently indicated a willingness to resume talks aimed at easing tensions, the security situation around the waterway remains fragile.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 29, 2026, 01:42 PM

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal Calls for Voting Out BJP, Accusing Party of Looting Both Lord Ram and Country

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, asking people to vote out the BJP, alleging that the saffron party has looted both Bhagwan Ram and the country.

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ABP News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 01:39 PM

Iran and US Reach Agreement as Iran Prepares Funeral Ceremonies for Late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran and the United States have reached an agreement in the Middle East, but the month of July 2026 is going to be very important for both countries in terms of politics. Many cities in Iran are going to hold the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei from July 4 to 9. Iran has chosen the day to pay its last respects to its former leader when the United States is making its 250th anniversary of independence on July 4 in a big way. Both these developments are going to be watched by the whole world. The burial ceremony of the former Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei will be held from July 4 to 9. According to the official statement, the ceremonies for Khamenei and his family members will be held in Tehran, Qom, and Mashhad. His body will be kept in Tehran Mosalla on July 4 and 5, 2026. A ceremony will be held in Qom on July 7, 2026. Finally, Ayatollah Ali will be buried on July 9, 2026, on the 8th anniversary of the independence of the United States. The Imams will be held on the second day after the 4th to 9th of July in the largest Shiite city of Iran.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 29, 2026, 01:38 PM

BJP Prioritizes Uttar Pradesh in Electoral Strategy, Eyes Cabinet Expansion

The BJP, which is engaged in an electoral exercise, is giving the highest priority to UP in the political map. After the formation of the state organization, now the discussion is intense about the candidates in the national unit. National President Nitin Naveen and National General Secretary Organization B. L. Santosh will brainstorm in Lucknow on July 3 and 4, where the strategy for the assembly elections will be made. The faces of the office bearers in the national team will be sealed. From the organization to the possible cabinet expansion of the central government, UP UP is preparing to increase the representation of UP. There is a discussion that Naveen's team will have ten office bearers from UP, including two general secretaries, three vice presidents. The BJP is tightening the nut of the organization due to the elections in many states including Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand next year. Nitin Naveen has been given a message to increase the youth faces in the state and regional units by making him the national president. He is visiting Uttar Pradesh for the first time from the organizational point of view. On June 25, UP state unit, six regional presidents Santosh and B. L. Chaudhary will be the president of the state organization.

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India TV

Jun 29, 2026, 01:35 PM

Bihar Health Minister Takes Up New Residence

Nishant Kumar, health minister in the Bihar government and a Janata Dal-United (JD-U) leader, shifted to his official residence at Panch Deshratna Marg in the capital on Monday. The state government's building construction department recently allotted this official residence at Panch Deshratna Marg to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son and health minister Nishant Kumar.

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DD News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 01:30 PM

Ayodhya Court Remands Accused in Ram Mandir Donation Embezzlement Case to 14-Day Judicial Custody

A local court in Ayodhya on Monday remanded all the accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case to 14-day judicial custody, as the investigation into the alleged financial irregularities at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple continues. The case pertains to allegations of misappropriation of donations received at the Ram Temple. The Uttar Pradesh Police is investigating the matter following the registration of a First Information Report (FIR) on June 25 under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The accused named in the FIR include Anukalp Mishra, Lavkush Mishra, Avinash Shukla, Tinnu Yadav and Manish Yadav, among others. Meanwhile, family members of the accused arrived at the Ayodhya District Jail to meet them following the court’s order. The investigation has intensified over the past few days, with police recording statements of key individuals connected to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. According to sources, the statement of the Trust’s former General Secretary Champat Rai has been recorded, while statements of other office-bearers, including former trustee Anil Mishra, may be taken if required during the course of the investigation. Earlier, Champat Rai and Anil Mishra resigned from their respective positions in the Trust, taking what the Trust described as moral responsibility in the wake of the allegations. In an official statement, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust said it was “shocked, hurt and deeply saddened” by the reported incidents and reiterated its commitment to ensuring a fair investigation while reassuring devotees. The case stems from allegations made by former Samajwadi Party MLA Pawan Pandey, who claimed that donations worth ₹7 crore to ₹7.5 crore were misappropriated. These allegations are currently under investigation and have not been established in court. Following the allegations, the Uttar Pradesh Government constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) on June 14, following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, to probe the alleged irregularities. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has said that the police should conduct an impartial investigation and take strict action in accordance with the law. The case has also triggered political reactions in Uttar Pradesh, with both the ruling BJP and Opposition parties exchanging allegations as the SIT probe continues. -ANI

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 01:27 PM

Pakistan's Military Operations in Afghanistan Spark Outrage After Civilian Deaths

The attacks on Afghanistan by Pakistan have caused an uproar. Pakistan has first conducted ground operations in three eastern provinces of Afghanistan, Paktia, Paktika and Kunar, and then carried out air strikes late on Sunday. Pakistan has claimed to have killed terrorists in this attack. But the pictures are different. Afghanistan claims that 40 of their citizens have been killed. These include children and women. Afghanistan has summoned the Pakistani embassy's diplomat in Kabul after these attacks. There was a major terrorist attack on the Pakistan Rangers headquarters in Karachi on June, in which three Rangers personnel were killed. Jamaat-ul-Ahrar has claimed responsibility for this attack. Pakistan alleges that this organization gets support and safe havens from Afghan soil, while Kabul continues to deny this charge. Pakistan is raising terrorists on its soil. What is the bomb attack on Afghan children, elderly people, women. What is the link of Asim Muhammed, the girl in this terror attack in Karachi?

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 29, 2026, 01:19 PM

India to Present Evidence of Pakistan's Terrorism Links at FATF Meeting

India is gearing up to step up pressure on Pakistan at the upcoming meeting of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) over allegations of sponsoring terrorism. For this, it is compiling videos and other evidence of terrorists associated with banned terrorist organizations in Pakistan openly attending public events. These will be presented to the FATF to demand Pakistan's re-inclusion on the grey list. According to sources, Pakistan is already under the FATF's watch in terrorist financing cases. Pakistan faces international pressure on the one hand, and the risk of angering terrorist organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba on the other. The next full meeting and working group meetings of the FATF will be held in Paris from October 26 to 30. Officials say that Pakistan has previously been defending Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) as a charity organization, but now the same strategy is being adopted through the Markazi Muslim League (PML). Lashkar-e-Taiba, the son of former Pakistani cricketer Hafiz Saeed, and the last rites of its former president Hafiz Saeed.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 01:17 PM

MP Government Invests in Neemuch, Compiles Data for SC/ST Promotions

Also Read - Big investment in Neemuch: CM to lay foundation stone of 38 projects, Rs 1,554 crore today Announcement: General Administration Department clarifies that information related to'X'and'Y'category prescribed for SC and ST category in various cadres is being compiled under Rule-5 of MP Public Service Promotion Rules-2025. For this purpose, detailed information has been sought from the departments. Officials of many departments present in the meeting said that they are preparing seniority list only as per the instructions of the General Administration Department at present. When the promotion process will start and what will be decided further, it will depend on the upcoming instructions of the government. Also Read - MP News: PWD's big road master plan to reduce traffic pressure, 30 thousand km roads to be built in five years According to the new formula, vacancies in the proposed promotion system will be determined category-wise. Under this, 16 percent of the posts for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) officers will be reserved during the promotion process and the remaining 20 percent of the vacancies will be considered during the promotion process.

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Kalinga TV

Jun 29, 2026, 01:08 PM

US Senators Condemn China's New Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress

Dharamshala: A bipartisan group of senior US senators has expressed strong concern over China’s newly enacted Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress. They warned that the legislation threatens the cultural identity, religious freedom, and fundamental rights of Tibetans, Uyghurs, and other ethnic groups. This is according to the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA). According to the CTA, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse addressed a joint letter to Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng. In the letter, they urged Beijing to rescind or substantially revise the law. They also stressed that this should happen before it comes into force on July 1. The senators said they stand with the European Parliament in condemning the legislation. Moreover, they pledged to closely monitor its implementation and impact on ethnically marginalized groups within and outside China. The CTA reported that the senators raised particular concern over Article 63 of the law. This article claims legal jurisdiction over organisations and individuals outside China accused of undermining “ethnic unity and progress”. They warned that any attempt by Chinese authorities to surveil, intimidate, or pressure individuals residing in the United States under this provision would amount to an unacceptable violation of US sovereignty. According to the CTA, the lawmakers also criticised China’s longstanding restrictions on religious freedom. They said policies introduced under the pretext of combating extremism and separatism have targeted Tibetan Buddhists, Muslims, Christians, and other faith communities. In addition, these policies include restrictions on worship, forced ideological education, and pressure to abandon traditional beliefs. The CTA further reported that the senators expressed deep concern over China’s state-run boarding school system in Tibet. They said this system has separated more than one million Tibetan children from their families, language, and cultural heritage. Furthermore, they noted that implementation of the new law would be assessed against international standards protecting children’s rights. In the letter, the senators stated that the law seeks to erode the distinct identities of Tibetans, Uyghurs, and other ethnic groups. They added that it appears inconsistent with China’s Constitution, the 1984 Regional Ethnic Autonomy Law, and the country’s international human rights commitments. According to the CTA, they also pledged to continue speaking out against violations of religious freedom and children’s rights. Furthermore, they committed to pursuing legislative measures to hold the Chinese government accountable for actions taken under the new law. (ANI) Also Read: Beijing’s all-expense forum for Taiwanese youth sparks influence campaign fears

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ABP News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 01:07 PM

US-Iran Tensions Escalate as Talks Announced Amid Ongoing Attacks

After the attacks in Hormuz, Iran has maintained its stance on any talks with the US. Iran has denied any talks with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Trump announced talks with Iran in Doha on Tuesday, to which Tehran has given a clear response. Earlier, US officials were quoted by the news agency as saying that Iran and the US have agreed to stop attacks and resume talks. There were also reports that Iran attacked US military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. Trump said that the US could finish the job militarily. Both sides accused each other of violating a temporary ceasefire. Meanwhile, Israel has said that it has resumed attacks on Hezbollah in southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Trump announced talks with Iran in Doha on Tuesday, despite Iran's refusal.

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Siasat News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 01:06 PM

Nizamabad Police Imposes Prohibitory Orders to Maintain Public Peace Amid Controversy Over Urdu Teaching

The Nizamabad Police imposed prohibitory orders in Armoor town on Monday, June 29, following a bandh call over the controversy at Bharat Chandra High School, where Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders allegedly assaulted school principal Amer Khan for teaching Urdu to students. The orders, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), the successor to Section 144 of the CrPC, came into effect at 6 am on June 29 and will remain in force until 5 pm on June 30. Police Commissioner P Sai Chaitanya said the restrictions were imposed as a precautionary measure to maintain public peace. The orders prohibit bandh activities, dharnas, rallies, road blockades and the assembly of five or more persons in Armoor. Authorities warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone found violating the orders. Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across the town, with personnel deployed at sensitive locations and surveillance intensified to monitor suspicious individuals and activities. Meanwhile, Nizamabad Police arrested Mandula Balu, BJP town president of Armoor, in connection with the assault on Khan. Balu was apprehended from a guest house in Ankapoor, reportedly belonging to Armoor MLA Paidi Rakesh Reddy. The case was registered on a complaint by school correspondent Mallaiah, who alleged that Balu assaulted and verbally abused the principal during a confrontation over Urdu being taught to students. Police said the accused will be produced before the court. Armoor MLA Paidi Rakesh Reddy was detained by police at Bhiknoor while on his way from Hyderabad to participate in a protest against the alleged teaching of Urdu and Namaz at the school. He was shifted to the Kamareddy MLA Camp Office as a precautionary measure.BJP leaders and activists subsequently staged a protest in Armoor, submitting a memorandum to Armoor MEO Rajaganga Ram demanding an inquiry and action against the school management. The protest was attended by BJP district president Dinesh Kulachari and other local leaders.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 01:05 PM

Uttar Pradesh BJP President Questions Samajwadi Party Chief Over Silence on Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Issue

Amid the ongoing political debate over the alleged financial bungling in the donations received for the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary questioned Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav over his "silence" on the issue of Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura. In a post on'X ', Chaudhary hit out at Yadav, saying, "Raising voice on Ayodhya and complete silence on Mathura...!" He said, "Where there is vote bank, there is voice; where there is need to speak the truth, there is silence. That is the biggest principle of SP president's politics." Questioning Akhilesh Yadav's stand, Chaudhary said, "The question is why this silence on the issue of Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura? Is this silence based on principles or due to compulsion of vote bank politics?" He also claimed that the SP chief's "selective pain" can be easily understood and called it the "real face of appeasement politics." "It was when the BJP raised the issue of a special SIT probe into the Ram temple donations to the Yadav government on June 7.

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Jun 29, 2026, 01:01 PM

Ayodhya Court Remands Accused in Ram Mandir Donation Embezzlement Case to 14-Day Judicial Custody

Ayodhya : A local court in Ayodhya on Monday remanded all the accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case to 14-day judicial custody. The court’s decision follows a high-intensity investigation by the Uttar Pradesh police into reports of financial irregularities and misappropriation of funds and offerings at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple. Meanwhile, family members of the accused were seen arriving at the prison premises to meet their kin. Ravi Yadav, the son of accused Tinnu Yadav, and Shani Yadav, the brother of accused Manish Yadav, reached the Ayodhya District Jail, where the accused are currently lodged. Earlier on Friday, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust General Secretary Champat Rai and member trustee Anil Mishra resigned, taking moral responsibility for the alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations. Following this, Rai’s statement was recorded by police here as part of the ongoing investigation into the alleged embezzlement of temple donations, sources said on Monday. The sources revealed that while Champat Rai has been questioned, statements from other senior Trust office-bearers, including Anil Mishra, will be recorded later if required during the investigation. On Sunday, the investigation into the alleged embezzlement of Ram Mandir donations intensified as a police team reached the residence of Avinash Shukla, one of the accused in Ayodhya. Earlier, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust) in an official press statement said, “We are shocked, hurt, and deeply saddened by the incidents reported over the past few days regarding the Shri Ram Mandir (Ayodhya). We are committed to ensuring a fair investigation and reassuring the devotees.” The Trust also announced that it had received the resignations of Champat Rai, General Secretary of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra (Trust), and Trustee Anil Mishra. The development came after a First Information Report (FIR) was registered on June 25 in connection with the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. According to officials, the case has been filed under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Sections 306, 316(5), 317(4), 317(5), 61 and 3(5), on the directions of the Uttar Pradesh Government. Those who have been named in the FIR are: Anukalp Mishra, Lavkush Mishra, Avinash Shukla, Tinnu Yadav, Manish Yadav and others. This comes after allegations were made by former SP MLA from Ayodhya, Pawan Pandey, who claimed that between Rs 7 crore and Rs 7.5 crore in donations were misappropriated from the Ram Mandir. Following the allegations, on June 14, the state government constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged scam involving offerings made at the Ram Mandir, following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir Trust. Reacting to the case, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak told ANI, “The police administration should conduct an impartial investigation and take strict action; the government will ensure this.” The case has triggered a political slugfest in Uttar Pradesh, with the ruling BJP and Opposition parties trading allegations over the handling of the temple’s finances, even as the SIT investigation continues. (Source: ANI)

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Jun 29, 2026, 01:00 PM

Pakistan's Punjab Government Faces Criticism Over Proposed Law Granting Sweeping Executive Powers

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 29 (ANI): Pakistan’s Punjab government is facing mounting criticism over a proposed law that opponents say grants sweeping powers to the executive and undermines judicial oversight, Dawn reported. According to Dawn, the Punjab Control of Habitual Offenders and Anti-Social Behaviour Bill, 2026 has been referred to the Punjab Assembly Standing Committee on Law after being introduced in the provincial legislature. The proposed legislation would empower executive authorities to freeze bank accounts, seize property, confiscate electronic devices, remove online content, place individuals under electronic surveillance and restrict travel, based primarily on the assessment of an intelligence committee rather than a court conviction, Dawn reported. The bill has drawn strong criticism from opposition lawmakers as well as activists, lawyers, journalists and members of civil society, Dawn reported. Former Citigroup emerging markets investments head and political economy author Yousuf Nazar described the legislation as “one of the most dangerous pieces of legislation proposed in Pakistan in recent years.” In a post on X, Nazar argued that the bill would allow executive committees dominated by police and intelligence officials to declare citizens “habitual offenders” or “anti-social” and impose severe sanctions without first securing a criminal conviction. He warned that authorities could freeze bank accounts, attach property, seize electronic devices, impose surveillance, restrict travel documents and target social media accounts without proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. Nazar further argued that the bill’s broad definition of “anti-social behaviour” extends beyond organised crime and drug offences to include vaguely defined acts such as spreading “misinformation”, using abusive language in public and causing annoyance. He also expressed concern that the executive could expand these categories through subordinate legislation, allowing sanctions to be imposed based on intelligence reports, police records or repeated arrests even when no court has found an individual guilty. Calling the proposal a departure from the rule of law, Nazar alleged that it effectively places excessive discretionary powers in the hands of executive authorities, Dawn reported. (ANI) Source The article has been published through a syndicated feed. Except for the headline, the content has been published verbatim. Liability lies with original publisher.

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:55 PM

India's Gold Prices Crash After Prime Minister's Advice to Reduce Spending

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi advised people not to buy gold for a year 40 days ago, the price of gold and silver has crashed. This big drop in prices has been seen in the midst of the government's efforts to reduce imports and the sale of precious metals in the global market. On May 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed to the countrymen to avoid unnecessary spending. He specifically advised them to buy gold and avoid foreign travel for a year, saying that this will help save the country's foreign exchange reserves. At that time the price of 24-carat gold was 1,53,140 rupees (gold rate) per 10 grams and silver was 2,62,350 rupees (silver rate) per kilogram. After this, the price of gold fell to 1,41,421 rupees (gold price today) per 10 grams till 29 June. That is, gold became cheaper by ₹11719 per 10 grams.

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:38 PM

Fuel Prices Remain High Despite Low International Crude Oil Price: Congress MP

Chandigarh: Congress MP Deepender Hooda has said that the prices of petrol, diesel and cooking gas are yet to be reduced in the country despite the price of crude oil in the international market touching nearly $70 per barrel.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 12:37 PM

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath Dedicates Development Projects Worth ₹365 Crores in Moradabad

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday dedicated and laid the foundation stone of 63 development projects worth more than ₹365 crores during a grand event at Udisha Mahotsav Maidan in Moradabad. He addressed the public meeting and dedicated these schemes of Moradabad City, Moradabad Dehat, Kundarki Assembly Constituencies, Municipal Corporation and Moradabad Development Authority to the public. CM Yogi took this step with the aim of accelerating the development of Moradabad and honoring the traders and beneficiaries on'Vyapari Kalyan Diwas '. CM Yogi said - Akhilesh ji, your government had fired bullets on these Ram Bhakts, today's Ayodhya is again reminding the Treta Yug. Now it is the turn of Banke Bihari, Krishna Kanhaiya. Get over the appeasement! Emerge from the vote bank, speak openly, talk about Mathura-Vrindavan, talk about Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi. Mathura-Vrindavan ka toh karam kar lenge.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 12:31 PM

'Citizen Vigilante' Film Leaked Online After German Ban

There is a film made in Germany. A rich American lives in Europe. He sees that some migrants are constantly raping and torturing girls. The police and the court do nothing. Finally, he picks up the gun himself and starts teaching the criminals a lesson. Just like Dhurandhar. The name of the film is Citizen Vigilante. The Army Hammer is the hero. Uwe Boll has made the film. Germany has completely banned the film before its release on June 19. Can't show it anywhere in the theater, on DVD, online. The reason? The government says it incites violence against migrants. But Elon Musk has put the link of the whole film on X (Twitter) and released it globally. Dominic Tarczynski, a member of the European Parliament from Poland, has also shared the movie. Within ten days, the film has become a topic of discussion and debate all over the world. Its biggest publicity of the film has been shown. The Censorship Board of Germany says that it is difficult to show the film in the cinema. The director of the film thinks that it is difficult to show the rating of the film.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 12:24 PM

Omar Abdullah Seeks Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Intervention in Mutton Trader Recovery Issue

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to his Punjab counterpart Bhagwant Mann seeking his immediate intervention into the alleged unauthorised recovery of mutton traders and cattle transport vehicles in the state.

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:18 PM

OG 2: Pawan Kalyan and Sujeeth Return; Pooja Hegde Considered as Female Lead

The world of OG is officially getting bigger. The makers recently announced OG 2, with actor-politician Pawan Kalyan backing the sequel, director Sujeeth returning to helm the project, and music composer Thaman continuing as part of the team. The announcement has left fans excited about the expansion of the much-talked-about OG Universe. Amid the excitement, speculation over the film’s female lead has already begun. According to the latest buzz in Telugu film circles, actress Pooja Hegde is being considered to star opposite Pawan Kalyan in OG 2. While there has been no official confirmation from the makers, the rumour has quickly become a hot topic among fans. If the reports turn out to be true, OG 2 will mark the first on-screen collaboration between Pawan Kalyan and Pooja Hegde. Interestingly, this is not the first time Pooja’s name has been linked to a Pawan Kalyan film. She was previously rumoured to be joining Ustaad Bhagat Singh, directed by Harish Shankar, and was also reportedly considered for one of Krish Jagarlamudi’s projects with the actor. However, neither collaboration materialised. Meanwhile, director Sujeeth is also working on expanding his cinematic universe. Apart from OG 2, he has already announced Bloody Romeo with Nani. It remains to be seen whether Sujeeth will begin shooting OG 2 first or complete Nani’s project before reuniting with Pawan Kalyan. The casting buzz has also reignited the ongoing debate surrounding age differences between lead actors in Indian cinema . If Pooja Hegde is indeed cast opposite Pawan Kalyan, the pair will have a 19-year age gap. Pawan Kalyan is currently 54, while Pooja Hegde is 35. The discussion around older male stars being paired with significantly younger actresses has remained a recurring topic in the film industry, with audiences often divided over whether such casting choices still reflect outdated norms or are simply a creative decision based on the story. As of now, the makers are yet to officially announce the female lead for OG 2.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 12:13 PM

BJP Regional President Welcomed in Western Uttar Pradesh

RABUPURA: The newly appointed regional president of the BJP in western Uttar Pradesh, Nawab Singh Nagar, was welcomed by party workers at his residence in Noida on Monday on his arrival in Rabupura.

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Jun 29, 2026, 12:12 PM

Tamil Nadu's Former Chief Minister Criticizes Current Government as 'Weak' and 'Unstable'

Addressing his workers, former Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin described Chief Minister Vijay's government as a weak and minority government. He also asked his workers to be prepared for elections. He said that this government may not complete its five-year term and that it is running with the support of parties that were part of the alliance led by him until recently. Stalin, who lost his seat in the Tamil Nadu elections, said Vijay's party does not have the mandate of the people to run the government independently, as it got 108 seats against the 118 needed for a majority. He claimed that the government is running with the support of only those who were actually voted to form the government of the DMK. This is happening only because of the strategic coordination and support of some parties that were part of our progressive alliance until recently. Stalin said, "This is an unstable system. We don't know at what point this cart will lose its balance and suddenly, I can't tell you whether it will happen in a cycle of six months or in a cycle of six months."

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 12:08 PM

West Bengal Assembly Passes Bills Amending Backward Classes Laws

The West Bengal Assembly on Monday passed two important amendment bills related to backward classes. These bills amend the old law of 2012 of the previous Trinamool Congress government. During the voting in the house, the rebel TMC MLAs including the leader of the opposition Ritabrata Banerjee walked out. However, the faction loyal to Mamata Banerjee voted in favor of this amendment while remaining in the house. The names of these two bills passed in the assembly are'West Bengal Backward Classes (Except Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes) (Reservation of Vacancies in Services and Posts) (Amendment) Bill, 2026'and'West Bengal Backward Classes Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026 '. Through these new bills, 66 classes have been given reservation under the OBC category. Following the directions of the Calcutta High Court, the quota of reservation has been reduced from the previous 17 percent to now 7 percent. Along with this, the OBC categories have also been reorganized. In the second law of the year, the West Bengal Legislative Assembly voted in favor of this amendment while 186 MLAs voted against it.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 11:56 AM

US and Iran Agree to Meet Over Strait of Hormuz Dispute

Trump said the meeting would take place in the Qatari capital of Doha on Tuesday, although there has been no official confirmation from Iran. Earlier, a senior US official had also said that the two countries would meet in the Qatari capital on Tuesday. The main purpose of the meeting is to resolve the dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. Officials had said that both sides have decided to stop all military activity and attacks. For the time being, both sides are ready to withdraw so that ships can move without hindrance in international waters. The United States is trying to maintain the ongoing temporary agreement with Iran, which has led to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz in recent days. This is expected to lead to a spike in oil prices and inflation in the United States. Earlier, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian had said that the six billion dollars deposited in Qatar would be released at a time when the Persian Gulf, the US and Pakistan are expected to resume talks.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 11:55 AM

Congress Appoints Rajendra Pal Gautam as In-Charge of Uttar Pradesh Unit

The Congress has once again put forward a Dalit face in Uttar Pradesh, but as an in-charge. Rajendra Pal Gautam, the Dalit face of the Congress, has been made the in-charge of the Uttar Pradesh Congress. Rajendra Pal Gautam has been replaced by Avinash Pandey before the UP elections. Earlier, the Congress had made Dalit leader Brijlal Khabri the president of the UP Congress Committee, but before the 2024 general elections, the command was handed over to Ajay Rai in August 2023. Ajay Rai, the current UP Congress president, also contested against Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the Varanasi Lok Sabha seat. There is also talk of the command of the state Congress being handed over to another leader due to the third year of the term. Rajendra Pal Gautam, who came to the Congress from the Aam Aadmi Party, was made the in-charge of an important state like UP within just two years. There were also possible reasons. Some Congress leaders who had come to meet Mayawati just last month were returned from the door. Notably, Rajendra Pal, the MP from Lucknow, did not meet Tanuj Punia at her office.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:55 AM

Madhya Pradesh Congress Leader Denies Allegations of Land Irregularities

Madhya Pradesh politics is currently witnessing a major churn within the Congress party. Senior party leader and former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh has vehemently denied the serious allegations made by state Congress president Jitu Patwari against the state government. This development has intensified the talk of infighting in the state Congress. In fact, a few days ago, Congress state president Jitu Patwari had alleged in a press conference in Delhi that land worth about Rs 500 crore in Ujjain has been allotted to'Veer Bharat Nyas'for just one rupee. He claimed that the members of this trust are cultural advisors of the Chief Minister and the Chief Minister should answer for this huge irregularity. In contrast, during a press conference held in Ujjain by former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh, these claims of Jitu Patwari were termed completely baseless. It was clarified by him while showing documents that'Veer Bharat Nyas'( Government Trust) is a government trust, during which the Chief Minister himself is the chairman.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 11:55 AM

BJP Government Under Fire from Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad Over Ayodhya Gift Theft Case

Nagina MP Chandrashekhar Azad, who arrived in Saharanpur, UP, reacted sharply to the Ayodhya gift theft case. He had reached the MP-MLA court in connection with the Shabbirpur case hearing. In a media interaction after the appearance, he raised sharp questions on the BJP government. Chandrashekhar said that the money collected from people's faith in the name of Lord Shri Ram has been allegedly looted and an attempt is being made to save big people in this whole case. He alleged that agencies like ED, Income Tax and CBI should conduct a fair investigation if names are coming out at such a large scale. Chandrashekhar Azad said that earlier there were reports of looting of temples, but now there are allegations of alleged scam in the donations collected in the name of Lord Ram. He said that the BJP gained power in the name of Ram and now the same faith is being taken advantage of politically and financially. He questioned why the investigating agencies, who took prompt action in small cases, were silent on the alleged multi-crore scam. He said that if the agencies like ED, Income Tax and CBI were coming out at such a large scale, they could have changed the picture of Uttarakhand's development.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:47 AM

India Launches Ambitious Plan to Clean Air and Promote Electric Vehicles in Delhi

The government has come up with a very ambitious plan to clean Delhi's air and promote electric vehicles (EVs). The cabinet meeting held on Monday (29 June 2026) under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has given a green signal to Delhi. This new policy is ready to get off the ground from 1 July 2026 and will be in force till 31 March 2030. The government aims to create a global model of travel in the next 4 years. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta told the press conference that this policy has been prepared keeping in mind the basic need of Delhi. For this, the government has fixed a huge budget of ₹15,000 crore. This budget has been divided into two parts - ₹7,000 crore will be spent directly on implementing the policy, while ₹8,000 crore will be used to set up a network of charging stations in Delhi and to subsidize customers. According to government data, the share of commercial vehicles in Delhi is close to 33%, while 46% of two-wheelers and three-wheelers have been changed so that the government can focus on these categories.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:43 AM

Congress Sends Delegation to Ayodhya's Ram Temple Amid Controversy

On Tuesday (June 30), in the midst of the Ram temple gift theft controversy in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, a delegation of 9 members of Congress will go to Ayodhya, where they will all worship at the Ram temple. This information has been given in the letter issued by Congress state president Ajay Rai. It is believed that this is a political gimmick of the Congress to corner the BJP. Apart from Ajay Rai, this delegation will include Amethi MP Kishori Lal Sharma, Barabanki MP Tanuj Punia, Sitapur MP Rakesh Rathore, MP Ujjwal Raman Singh, Pherenda MLA Virendra Chaudhary, former MP AP Gautam, former MLA Meeta Gautam, former MLC Deepak Singh. In the Ayodhya case, the way questions are being raised about the Ram temple management and the BJP government, it is considered to be the party's political gamble. Ajay Rai went to Ayodhya in the past as well, he made serious allegations against the BJP and RSS.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 11:43 AM

NSUI State Meeting Raises Questions About Organization's Functioning and Discipline

Thereafter, a state-level meeting was called at the state Congress office in Bhopal. NSUI state president Ashutosh Chouksey had given a clear message to the group that the presence of all district presidents is mandatory. Despite this, more than half of the district presidents were absent. Many office bearers also did not come to the meeting, which has raised questions about the functioning and discipline of the organization. However, state in-charge Ravindra Dangi has denied any differences or splits in the organization. However, he says that the organization is fully united and some district presidents could not attend the meeting due to personal engagements. He said that the organization is constantly active and all the office bearers are fulfilling their responsibilities. The pace of the campaign is slow, 40 districts of MP are still waiting, 38% less rain in June, today heavy rain alert. Despite this, the term of the current state president Ashutosh Chouksey of the student organization has ended almost a year ago. Despite this, sources say that the new state president could not be appointed soon.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 11:40 AM

Institutional Election Scheduled for July 10

It was decided in the meeting that the election of the new executive body of the institution will be held on July 10 at Bandrol. The election process will be held under the supervision of the election committee formed under the chairmanship of the board of guardians, Dinesh Sen. According to the advertisement program, the registered arhtiya members will register their presence from 10 to 11 am. After this, the interested members for the posts of president, vice-president, general secretary and treasurer will file their nominations by 11:45 am on completion of the quorum. Nominations will be scrutinized at 12:45 pm. Nominations can be withdrawn till 1: 15 pm. Polling will be held from 1: 45 pm to 4: 45 pm. Dialogues will be held.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:36 AM

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav Makes Key Statements on Education, Employment, Law and Order

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, while attending the'Vision India'event on Monday (June 29), made several big statements on education, employment, law and order and the current government.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:35 AM

Rajasthan Politics: Jat Community's Shift in Support May Alter Electoral Equations

The Jat community is considered to be one of the most influential political classes in the state. Estimated to number between 8 million and 10 million, it wields a decisive influence in about 50 to 60 assembly seats, including Shekhawati, Bikaner, Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Barmer, Jaisalmer, and parts of Bharatpur. For a long time, large sections of Jat voters have been considered to be in support of the Congress and have been seen as instrumental in the change of power. In recent political developments, Hanuman Beniwal is claimed to have the support of a large section of the Jat community during the confrontation with the BJP. If this support lasts until the elections, the traditional vote bank of the Congress may be broken, leading to changing electoral equations. AdvertisementRajasthan News: Digital records of pregnant women; Identification of high-risk pregnanciesThe silence of the Congress has also been a matter of political discussion throughout this episode. The party has neither given any open support to Beniwal, nor has it expressed any opposition within the Jat community over the years.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 11:34 AM

Iran Unfreezes $6 Billion in Assets Amid Ongoing Tensions in Persian Gulf

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that $6 billion of Iran's $12 billion in frozen assets in Qatar will soon be defreezed. The statement comes at a time when the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran are clouded by the recent attacks in the Persian Gulf. Pezeshkian's statement is said to be an attempt to reassure the country's public in favor of an interim agreement. Especially when efforts are underway to open Oman's maritime territory to Gulf-bound vessels to challenge Iran's hold on Hormuz. Iranian attacks and threats have almost brought the movement of cargo ships and oil tankers from Hormuz to a standstill. About 20 percent of the world's oil and natural gas trade in peacetime passes through this waterway. Although this global energy bottleneck has long existed between Iran and Oman, it has been located on the Gulf's seaward side.

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Aaj Tak

Jun 29, 2026, 11:33 AM

Controversy Over Teaching of Urdu in Private School in Nizamabad

There has been a controversy over the teaching of Urdu in a private school in Nizamabad, Telangana. Some parents allege that primary school students are being taught Urdu without their consent. Following these allegations, BJP leaders and parents staged protests. Police have registered two FIRs in the matter. Bharat Chandra High School in Nizamabad is run by the Mallaiah Educational Trust. The school is in the purview of Armoor Municipality. Parents allege that Urdu was being taught to students studying in English and Telugu medium sections of classes I to V in this school for the past few weeks. Parents questioned the inclusion of Urdu in the curriculum and sought an explanation from the school management. Following the complaints, local BJP, BJYM, ABVP, Bajrang Dal and RSS leaders reached the school and clashed with the management. They questioned why students taking admission in Telugu and English medium sections were being taught Urdu. The management also reached Perur to see the situation and demanded action against the principal.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 29, 2026, 11:32 AM

Sheikh Hasina's Return to Bangladesh Amid Allegations and Government Preparations

In such a situation, the question arises whether it will be easy for Sheikh Hasina to return to Bangladesh? What are the allegations against Hasina? What does Hasina have to say about her return? What is the Bangladesh government doing amid reports of her return? How is Sheikh Hasina in touch with her party? What is the party's current situation in Bangladesh? Sheikh Hasina has faced similar crises in the past.

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DD News✓

Jun 29, 2026, 11:30 AM

Rajya Sabha Chairman Administers Oath to Newly Elected and Re-Elected Members

Rajya Sabha Chairman C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday administered the oath or affirmation to eight newly elected and re-elected Members of Parliament in separate ceremonies held at the Parliament House and the Rajya Sabha Chamber. Among those who took the oath was Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, who was re-elected to the Upper House from Karnataka. Kharge took the oath in Hindi at a ceremony held in Parliament House. The Rajya Sabha Chairman also administered the oath to seven newly elected and re-elected members in the Rajya Sabha Chamber. The members included Mansingh Meraman Parmar, Tarun Chugh, Dr. Alka Singh, Jitendra Meghjibhai Kanzariya, Rajendra Hiralal Jain, M. Nagaraja and Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi. The members took the oath or affirmation in different Indian languages, reflecting the country’s linguistic diversity. Four members took the oath in Hindi, while one each took the oath in Kannada, Punjabi and Manipuri. Among the newly sworn-in members, two represent Gujarat, while one each represents Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur and Rajasthan. Several senior political leaders and dignitaries attended the oath-taking ceremonies.

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:30 AM

Indian Equity Benchmarks End Lower Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Indian equity benchmarks ended the session in negative territory on Monday as weakness in auto, information technology, and public sector banking stocks weighed on investor sentiment. Renewed geopolitical tensions in West Asia also kept traders cautious, leading to broad-based selling across sectors. The Sensex declined 372.10 points, or 0.48 per cent, to settle at 76,728.37, while the Nifty fell 109.75 points, or 0.46 per cent, to close at 23,946.25. Investor sentiment remained subdued amid concerns over escalating tensions in West Asia, prompting market participants to adopt a risk-averse approach. Selling pressure was particularly visible in automobile, IT, and PSU banking stocks, which dragged the benchmark indices lower. Among the major laggards in the Nifty index were Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, which witnessed significant declines during the session. The broader markets also ended in the red, reflecting cautious sentiment across segments. The Nifty MidCap index slipped 0.37 per cent, while the Nifty SmallCap index declined 0.62 per cent. On the sectoral front, pharmaceutical stocks emerged as the top performers, with the Nifty Pharma index posting the strongest gains. The Nifty Metal and Nifty Healthcare indices also outperformed the broader market, supported by selective buying interest. In contrast, the Nifty Auto, Nifty Chemical, and Nifty Oil and Gas indices remained under pressure and ended as the worst-performing sectors of the day. -IANS

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:29 AM

India and Pakistan Hold Informal Talks in Sri Lanka, Government Downplays Significance

Over the past few days, several media reports have claimed that there was only an informal meeting between India and Pakistan in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. The Indian government has said that there is nothing new and nothing official about it. Such informal talks are called Track-II dialogues, which involve people other than the government, such as retired officials, scientists or others, to find ways to reduce tensions between the two countries without any political pressure. When asked about the'Track 2'talks between India and Pakistan in Colombo, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "I have seen such reports and I am aware of them. There are dozens of such events on different topics in many places around the world. There is nothing new or special about these events. As far as we are concerned, these are private events organised by private parties. There is nothing official in our view."

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:28 AM

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Sends Message to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

The official message from Tehran warmly reciprocated the greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It also referred to the deep cultural and strategic ties between India and Iran. In his official message to Prime Minister Modi, Mojtaba Khamenei said, "Your Excellency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of the Republic of India, received your message of congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Adha." The Supreme Leader of the Republic of Iran further said, "While expressing my sincere gratitude, I also extend my best wishes to you. I am confident that the historic friendship between our two countries, based on mutual respect and shared interests, will continue to strengthen and expand through the efforts of our two governments. I pray to Almighty God for the prosperity and continued success of the Government and great people of India." This communication is believed to be his first direct message with Prime Minister Narendra Modi since Mojtaba Khamenei became the Supreme Leader of Iran. The Supreme Leader of Mojtaba has not been seen in public since Mojtaba's assumption of office.

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