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Jun 24, 2026, 04:16 PM

Montreal Shooting: Suspect's Manifesto Examined in Deadly Attack

Authorities investigating the deadly Montreal shooting are examining a lengthy manifesto allegedly written by the suspect, which reportedly contains anti-feminist views, criticism of modern society, and calls for violent political change. The shooting, which occurred in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood on June 22, left three people dead, including a police officer, a civilian, and the suspected gunman. Investigators are reviewing the document to better understand the motive behind the attack and determine whether specific individuals or groups were targeted. The manifesto has drawn attention because of its reported links to extremist online ideologies, including themes associated with the so-called “incel” movement. The incident unfolded in Montreal’s Côte-des-Neiges district after police reportedly received a call about an individual displaying a firearm from a hotel window. According to reports, gunfire erupted shortly afterward, leading to a confrontation between the suspect and responding officers. The violence resulted in multiple fatalities, including a member of the Montreal police force and a civilian who was present at the scene. Authorities eventually neutralized the suspect after an exchange of gunfire. Among those killed was Constable Mohamed Lamine Benredouane of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM). A civilian identified in reports as Michael (Michel) Moshe Mizrahi also lost his life during the attack. Public officials, community leaders, and law enforcement agencies have expressed condolences to the victims’ families and praised the actions of first responders. According to Canadian media reports, the document spans more than 100 pages and focuses heavily on themes of male loneliness, social alienation, and dissatisfaction with modern society. The alleged author reportedly criticized feminism, contemporary dating culture, and economic systems, while expressing hostility toward what he viewed as social inequalities affecting men. Investigators are analyzing the text to determine whether it reflects broader extremist influences or connections to known online communities. Authorities have not publicly released the full document, and its contents remain under review. The term “incel” is short for “involuntary celibate” and generally refers to online communities centered around frustration over romantic or sexual relationships. While many people who identify with the term do not advocate violence, some extremist factions have been linked to misogynistic beliefs and, in rare cases, violent attacks. Security experts have increasingly monitored such communities because several attackers in North America and Europe have cited incel-related grievances in manifestos or online posts. Sources told TVA Nouvelles that his ideology was similar to that of “incels”. He denounced the fate of a majority of men, calling them “ordinary men”, saying the women supposedly preferred a small number of “brutes.” He also slammed capitalism and deplored “the state of affairs regarding young people (under 30 years old) who live in highly developed Western countries.” At this stage, investigators have not publicly confirmed a definitive motive. However, law enforcement agencies are examining whether the suspect’s writings influenced his actions and whether the attack was connected to ideological beliefs expressed in the manifesto. Authorities often review personal writings, social media activity, and digital communications after mass casualty incidents to establish motive and identify any wider threats. Manifestos can provide insight into an attacker’s mindset, motivations, and potential targets. However, investigators typically approach such documents with caution because Experts generally discourage amplifying extremist writings because doing so can unintentionally spread harmful narratives or provide publicity to attackers. Police and security agencies are expected to continue analyzing the manifesto, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing evidence collected from the scene. Investigators will likely focus on: Authorities have not indicated that there is any ongoing threat connected to the incident. The Montreal shooting has renewed discussions about online radicalization, extremist ideologies, and the role of digital communities in shaping violent beliefs. As investigators work to determine what motivated the attack, the case highlights broader concerns about how personal grievances, social isolation, and extremist narratives can intersect in dangerous ways. The findings of the investigation may also contribute to ongoing debates about preventing radicalization and identifying warning signs before violence occurs.

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India TV

Jun 24, 2026, 03:33 PM

Rabri Devi Receives Notice to Vacate Official Residence in Bihar

Former Bihar Chief Minister and leader of the Bihar Legislative Council Rabri Devi has received a notice to vacate the bungalow in a week's time.

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Free Press Journal

Jun 24, 2026, 03:30 PM

TMC MP Mahua Moitra Praises BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari Amid Political Speculation

Amid ongoing speculation over internal tensions within the Trinamool Congress (TMC), party MP Mahua Moitra has made remarks praising senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, drawing attention in West Bengal’s political circles. In an interview with an international media outlet, the Krishnanagar MP reflected on her early political journey and acknowledged the support she received from Adhikari during a challenging period. Moitra recalled that after she was denied a Lok Sabha ticket in 2014, she was deeply disappointed and emotionally distressed. According to her, Adhikari reached out at the time and reassured her by saying, “Sister, I am with you,” offering encouragement when she felt disheartened. Moitra also remembered that during the 2016 West Bengal Assembly elections, when she contested from Karimpur, Adhikari was among the first senior leaders to campaign for her and addressed the constituency’s inaugural public meeting. Despite recounting those experiences fondly, Moitra clarified that she no longer remains in touch with Adhikari. She added, however, that she has not forgotten the assistance he extended to her during those formative years in politics. Her comments have generated interest as they come at a time when political developments within the Trinamool Congress continue to attract scrutiny. While analysts see the remarks largely as a recollection of past events, they have also prompted discussions about the evolving dynamics of West Bengal politics.

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NorthEast Now

Jun 24, 2026, 03:29 PM

Japanese PM's Assam Visit Cancellation Linked to Traffic Congestion by Some Media Outlets

While Japanese government sources have indicated that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi ‘s proposed visit to Assam was dropped due to scheduling and time constraints, a section of the media and some political figures have sought to link the cancellation to traffic congestion in Guwahati caused by the repainting of singer Zubeen Garg’s graffiti at Ganeshguri. The controversy began after authorities painted over a graffiti portrait of Zubeen Garg beneath the Ganeshguri flyover as part of a beautification drive ahead of the proposed visit. The move sparked widespread outrage among the singer’s family, supporters, and fans. Following the backlash, artist Marshall Baruah and his associates returned to repaint the artwork at the same location. A large crowd of fans gathered at the venue on Thursday, resulting in significant traffic congestion in the area. Soon after reports emerged that the Japanese Prime Minister would not be visiting Assam, Minister Pijush Hazarika appeared to blame those involved in the graffiti episode. Expressing disappointment over the cancellation, he alleged that “anarchic forces” were working against Assam’s development. “Anarchic forces do not want Assam’s development. It is extremely unfortunate,” Hazarika said, in what many interpreted as a veiled reference to the artist and Zubeen Garg’s supporters . Several BJP leaders and sections of the media went further, suggesting that the Prime Minister’s visit had been cancelled due to security concerns arising from the traffic disruption linked to the graffiti repainting. However, no official statement from either the Government of India or the Government of Japan has supported such claims. In fact, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma himself acknowledged that the state government had not been informed of the precise reason behind the cancellation. “I can only know the exact reason for the cancellation once I visit Delhi and meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar,” the Chief Minister said, adding that he did not wish to comment further without complete information. He further informed the media that India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had conveyed that, owing to unavoidable reasons, the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit would now be confined to New Delhi. “Yesterday night, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri informed our Chief Secretary that owing to unavoidable reasons, the Prime Minister of Japan will not come to Assam this time. The visit will now be confined to New Delhi only. We have also been assured that the proposed investment summit will be held on a mutually agreed date,” Sarma said. Meanwhile, Japanese media reports suggested that the proposed India-Japan summit venue may be shifted from Guwahati to New Delhi because of the Prime Minister’s packed parliamentary schedule and limited travel time. According to these reports, Takaichi’s visit to India is expected to be brief, making travel to and from a regional city difficult within the available timeframe. The explanation contrasts sharply with the narrative circulated by some political figures and media outlets in Assam, who attempted to connect the cancellation to the Ganeshguri incident without producing any official evidence. Observers have also pointed out that when then Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s scheduled visit to Guwahati was cancelled in 2019 amid protests against the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, security concerns were explicitly cited as the reason. In the present case, neither New Delhi nor Tokyo has mentioned any security issue. Despite the absence of any official confirmation, sections of the media continued to push the theory that traffic congestion caused by the graffiti repainting had jeopardised the Japanese Prime Minister’s visit — a claim critics describe as politically motivated and unsupported by facts. Senior journalist Rajib Mahanta questioned the basis of the allegations in a Facebook post. “The Chief Minister himself said he does not know the exact reason for the cancellation. Then who supplied the information that the visit was cancelled because Japanese officials were stuck in traffic caused by the repainting of Zubeen’s graffiti?” Mahanta wrote. He noted that national and international media reports had attributed the decision to scheduling constraints and parliamentary commitments rather than any law-and-order issue in Assam. “Did any responsible authority announce that Japan’s Prime Minister cancelled the visit because of security concerns? The possibility of a visit and a confirmed visit are not the same thing. Yet Zubeen Garg is once again being made a convenient scapegoat,” he said. Journalist Jitumoni Bora also criticised attempts to drag the singer into the controversy. “Once again, Zubeen Garg has been unfairly blamed. Reports in leading national media clearly state that the visit was dropped because of an extremely tight schedule. Yet some people are trying to manufacture a controversy around Zubeen and the Ganeshguri traffic congestion,” Bora said. With neither the Government of India nor the Government of Japan citing security concerns, questions continue to be raised about why an unverified narrative linking the cancellation to Zubeen Garg’s supporters was amplified so aggressively in certain quarters. This version is sharper, removes repetition, strengthens the factual contrast, and directly highlights the absence of evidence behind the narrative without sounding overtly partisan.

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The Moscow Times

Jun 24, 2026, 03:21 PM

CSTO Notes Rising Tensions Between Ukraine and Belarus Amid Threats and Allegations

A senior official at the Collective Security Treaty Organization said Wednesday that the Moscow-led military alliance has taken note of rising tensions between Ukraine and Belarus after Kyiv last week threatened to strike military targets inside Belarusian territory. “We’ve been hearing the Kyiv regime’s recent statements about Belarus ,” Viktor Vasilyev, Chairman of the CSTO Permanent Council, said at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum. “The situation on the border between Ukraine and Belarus is growing more tense.” His comment follows an ultimatum from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who last week said his military would strike ground stations in Belarus if it continues to allow Russia to use them. The stations, he claimed, were used in recent Russian strikes on Ukraine. Zelensky warned that if Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko did not take down the stations, then Ukraine’s military would. “I think a week will be enough for him to do it. If he doesn’t do it, we will,” Zelensky said in an interview on Ukrainian television. Adding to the tensions are claims from Russian and Belarusian officials that a Ukrainian drone struck a bus carrying a Belarusian youth soccer team in a Russian border area last week, killing a woman and injuring six others, including four children. Ukraine denied it targeted the bus and dismissed the allegations as a “provocation.” Lukashenko, meanwhile, insisted the drone came from Ukraine, but has otherwise avoided using the incident as a pretext for retaliatory actions toward Kyiv. At the same time, Lukashenko said earlier this month that Belarus has no intention of joining Russia in its war against Ukraine. “ We have said many times that it is absolutely unacceptable for the war between Ukraine and Russia to spill over into Belarusian territory, ” he said, adding that Minsk is “ very vulnerable militarily. ” Former and current Russian and European officials told The Wall Street Journal this week that Moscow has allegedly begun a “pressure campaign” to draw Belarus into the war with Ukraine or “operations” against its NATO neighbors. Although Russia used Belarusian territory as a launchpad during its initial 2022 invasion, Minsk has so far avoided direct combat involvement, even as the two countries have deepened military and economic ties.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 03:10 PM

MP CM Warns Citizens About Rising Cyber Crimes: Emphasizes Awareness, Caution, and Participation

Also read: Politics over land purchase: Congress alleges Mohan Yadav bought 111 acres after becoming CM, BJP hits back: CM says crimes like digital arrests, deepfakes, fake profiles, online frauds, OTP frauds, data theft, hacking, and fake investment schemes are increasing rapidly. Citizens need to be alert. He lists three key pillars of cyber security - awareness, caution, and participation. Dr. Yadav advises people not to click on any unknown link and share OTPs, bank accounts, or other confidential information with anyone. Hanuman says if a person tries to intimidate them over phone or online, adopt a policy of "stop, think, and then take action." He says greed and haste often lead to financial losses. Also Read - MP News: CM Yadav hits out at Congress for baseless allegations

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The Moscow Times

Jun 24, 2026, 02:54 PM

Russia's Drone Attacks Expose Autocratic Governance Shortcomings

When Ukrainian drones struck targets in Moscow on June 16, 18 and 22, the attacks were notable not only because of the dramatic footage that they generated. Along with the attack on an oil terminal near St. Petersburg, they repeatedly exposed the Russian capital’s air defense as faulty, even as the Defense Ministry made the questionable claim that air defense systems shot down a thousand drones and the Kremlin’s spokesperson praised the response. Military experts pointed out that defending against drones arriving from multiple directions requires extensive coordination across Russia's integrated air defense network, which was “not happening properly." Beyond the very likely military shortcomings, however (which this article will not to go into), the political response to the drone attacks also exposed the underlying contradictions in how Russian authorities are supposed to handle such crises. In a remarkable parallel to the Ukrainian army’s 2024 incursion into the Kursk region, President Vladimir Putin stayed away from the bad news as long as possible, not visiting the region for months. On the day of the attack on the Kapotnya refinery, he was in Kazan, attending the Russia-ASEAN summit and avoided the topic for days afterward. When he did talk about it, it was in broad terms in which he blamed Europe for helping Ukraine with drone launches, threatening consequences and pushing responsibility outwards to an external enemy. After the drone attacks on Moscow, Russia's main television channels did not cover the attack in their daytime broadcasts. Instead, state-adjacent media pivoted to warnings about the criminality of filming drones, suppressing footage of events that Muscovites were able to see from their own windows. The underlying logic is clear: allow the bureaucratic machine to manage the public framing while security services handle suppression. Do not admit mistakes at the top, as that is dangerous in a personalist autocracy. Russia's system of governance is not, as it is sometimes portrayed in Western commentary, a rigid and simple top-down hierarchy in which the Kremlin issues instructions and underlings obey. Rather, it is a system of deliberately overlapping responsibilities and managed conflicts in which ambiguity is a feature, not a bug. In peacetime, this produces corruption and inefficiency but also a kind of stability, especially from the point of view of the Presidential Administration, which can act as an arbiter and decider of last resort, prevent the emergence of potential strong challengers and get useful information on the problems of the day. In real crises, however, this means that accountability can always be deflected elsewhere and the course of action is unclear, save from some standing principles of the system. To civilian officials, the personal risk of owning a problem but failing to solve it is great. That is in spite of the fact that one of the core features of Russia's domestic governance is centralized decision-making and decentralized crisis management, and that subnational administrators often lack the funds and the incentives to prepare for crises proactively. Civilian administrators who step forward in a crisis situation expose themselves to potential criminal liability, often instead of the security elite who are shielded from such responsibility. Meanwhile, the system of incentives that has traditionally underpinned and oiled regional political machinery that administrators could rely on — the so-called adminresurs — are shakier. Take some recent examples: leading officials in the Kursk , Belgorod and Bryansk regions faced criminal responsibility for corruption linked to the construction of their defensive fortifications, even though it is likely that none of them thought the military would be so unprepared to make them necessary. Belgorod’s governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, while he stayed out of prison, saw his career arc broken , likely due to his vocal opposition to internet restrictions, in spite of his successful crisis management credentials. Regional officials and economic elites with seizable assets have faced increasing pressure from the security services and the investigative authorities over the past two years, amid an ongoing crackdown on deputy governors and regional ministers in various corruption cases. Russia’s nationalization drive has transferred 6.5 trillion rubles ($86.8 billion) worth of assets to state ownership, often based on charges that had previously been understood as fair game. The repressive reflex and the avoidance of responsibility for bad news were also on display during the Moscow attacks. Mayor Sergei Sobyanin's Telegram channel provided real-time intercept counts while the Defense Ministry issued impressive-sounding figures of drones being neutralized. But there was little, if any, visible civilian emergency management that wasn't filtered through the military-security lens. Residents of Kapotnya in south-east Moscow were not told how to stay safe and no reliable information was provided to drivers to avert queues at gas stations as news of a fuel shortage spread. Prioritizing security services over civilian administrators, suppressing uncontrolled information instead of crisis communication and deflecting accountability are not the failures of individual officials. They are the product of a system designed to do exactly this in order to stabilize the position of those at the top. In most cases, the system works as it is intended to — regardless of the cost borne by the civilian population. As crises multiply, budgets get tighter and the rules of the game underpinning the distribution of responsibility become less easy to read, expect fewer officials willing to stand up, act and risk taking the blame.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 02:42 PM

Indian Chief Secretary Reviews Pending Cases, Old Laws, and Upcoming Session Bills

Also Read - BJP's Cleansing: Hemant Khandelwal Says No Change in CM's Assets, It's Part of Political Conspiracy | In the meeting, pending cases in various courts were also reviewed. The Chief Secretary directed to submit replies and claims within the time frame. He also said that necessary orders be issued on all proposals approved by the cabinet. Anurag Jain asked to review old laws made before 1947 and prepare proposals to amend or abolish them if not needed. Also discussed were bills and acts to be presented in the upcoming monsoon session. Also Read - Politics Over Land Purchase: Mohan Yadav Purchases 111 Acres After Becoming CM, BJP hits back: Chief Secretary directs to expedite solar panel work on rooftops of all government buildings and its implementation at district level.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 02:29 PM

MP Minister Defends CM Against Asset Irregularity Allegations

Also Read - MP News: Minister Chaitanya Kashyap calls allegations against CM Yadav baseless, lashes out at Congress Minister says CM Mohan Yadav had already made all assets related to him and his family public in poll affidavit. Congress should also submit proof if it claims any additional assets or irregularities. Also Read - Politics Over Land Purchase: Congress Alleges Mohan Yadav Purchased 111 Acres of Land After Becoming CM, BJP Hits Back: Rakesh Singh Says Linking CM to Property Purchase or Other Personal Activities by a Distant Relative Shows Political Vengeance. He Says Law Will Take Its Own Course If Any Irregularities Have Occurred, But Targeting CM Without Facts Is Not Fair. Also Read - MP UCC: On July 5, Committee to Submit Govt Draft Says Over 90% Support to UCC

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India TV

Jun 24, 2026, 02:25 PM

Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Debates Ban on Analogue Cheese Products

The issue of analogue cheese and analogue cheese was hotly debated in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Wednesday. BJP MLA Vikram Pachpute demanded a ban on the sale of analogue cheese and cheese in the state. He said that real cheese and cheese are made from milk, while analogue products are made from vegetable oil and other substitutes, which are being sold in the name of cheese and cheese to confuse consumers. Pachpute told the House that he had raised the issue in the March 2025 budget session as well and demanded that hotels and restaurants must clearly state in their menus that they are using analogue cheese or cheese. But now hoteliers are claiming that they do not sell such products while the market continues to sell them. He said that until the capacity of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) laboratories increases and the monitoring system is strengthened, these products should be banned. NCP leader Ajit Pawar and NCP MLA Sanap Malik said that the party's ally in the government had been continuously raising the issue of adulteration.

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Siasat News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 02:25 PM

BJP Accuses Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Family of Irregular Land Allotments

A fresh political confrontation erupted on Wednesday, June 24, after the BJP accused Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and his family of benefiting from irregular land allotments in Karnataka through the Siddharth Vihar Trust. At a press conference in New Delhi, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed that the trust, allegedly managed by members of the Kharge family, received valuable public land and property through misuse of political influence. The allegations come amid continuing political sparring between the BJP and Congress over corruption and governance issues. Bhandari alleged that the trust consists exclusively of Kharge family members, including senior Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge, Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge and other relatives. He accused the family of using its political position to acquire land assets across Karnataka. The BJP’s first allegation concerns the allotment of five acres of land in an aerospace and defence park by the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB). According to the party, the land was intended for industrial development but was instead allotted to the Siddharth Vihar Trust. BJP leaders estimated the property’s value at around Rs 100 crore and questioned whether due procedures were followed. The second charge relates to 19 acres of government land in Kalaburagi, which the BJP alleged was transferred to the trust. The party demanded that Congress explain how public land allegedly became associated with a private organisation linked to a political family. In its third allegation, the BJP claimed that a land transaction in Kalaburagi involved the creation of a fictitious seller to facilitate transfer of ownership to the trust. The party asserted that the identity of the original seller remains unclear and called for a detailed investigation. Drawing parallels with previous allegations involving other Congress leaders, BJP leaders alleged a pattern of land-related irregularities. They also indicated that more information and documents regarding the alleged transactions would be released in the near future. Congress leaders have yet to issue a detailed response to the allegations.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 02:23 PM

BJP Leader Anurag Thakur Criticizes Other Parties, Calls for 'Double Engine Government' in Punjab

Anurag said that the people of Punjab have given a chance to all the parties, but no one has been able to give a permanent solution. He claimed that the BJP is in front as a strong alternative and the state needs a double engine government. He said that if the country can be freed from Naxalism, then Punjab can also be freed from drug and gangster culture. He also alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party came to power on the basis of false promises and now its time is running out. He said that the people of the state are looking at the Bharatiya Janata Party as an alternative for good governance and development. Anurag Thakur alleged that Punjab has been seriously damaged by drugs, rising debt and gangster activities. He also targeted the Congress, the Akali Dal and the Aam Aadmi Party, saying that these parties gave priority to political interests over development in their respective tenures, which led the state towards crime and disorder.

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The Financial Express

Jun 24, 2026, 02:17 PM

Japan Unveils Ambitious Economic Plan Worth $2.3 Trillion to Boost Growth and National Security

Japan is preparing one of its most ambitious economic plans in decades, introducing a long-term investment strategy worth about 370 trillion yen ($2.3 trillion) by 2040. The initiative shows Tokyo ’s growing belief that emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors and space development will shape both economic prosperity and national security in the years ahead. The strategy, expected to be announced as early as next week, is being championed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s government as a way to reignite growth in an economy that has struggled with slow expansion, an ageing population and concerns about declining global competitiveness. The core concept behind the proposal is a target of 370 trillion yen in combined public and private investment across 17 strategic sectors by 2040. The focus will be on industries that policymakers believe are critical to the country’s future, including artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, space technology and other areas linked to economic security. The government hopes that public spending will encourage businesses to invest more aggressively, creating a cycle of innovation, job creation and economic growth over the next 15 years. The plan comes at a time when countries around the world are racing to secure leadership in critical technologies. The United States, China, South Korea and the European Union have all increased support for industries such as advanced chips, AI and clean technologies. Governments are increasingly viewing these sectors not just as economic opportunities but as strategic assets that can determine national strength. For Japan, the challenge is particularly urgent. The country has spent years battling sluggish growth and demographic pressures. Policymakers believe that investing heavily in future industries could help create new engines of growth while reducing dependence on overseas supply chains. Technological self-reliance has become a major concern since the pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in global supply networks, especially for semiconductors and other critical components. One of the most notable aspects of the strategy is the government’s plan to move beyond the traditional annual budgeting process. According to the Nikkei report, officials are considering the creation of a multi-year budget framework that would provide stable funding for projects tied to economic security goals. Such a system would allow long-term investments to continue without the uncertainty of yearly budget negotiations. The idea reflects a growing recognition that industries like AI and semiconductor manufacturing require sustained investment over many years rather than short-term funding commitments. Financing such a massive programme is likely to be one of the biggest challenges. The government is reportedly exploring the use of bridging bonds to cover some of the spending. Bridging bonds are used to finance temporary funding needs and are issued with identified sources for repayment. By using these instruments, the government hopes to reassure investors that it remains committed to fiscal discipline even while expanding spending. The debate is especially sensitive because Japan already carries one of the highest public debt burdens among advanced economies. Any major increase in government expenditure is likely to attract scrutiny from economists and financial markets concerned about long-term fiscal sustainability. Japan has already been increasing support for domestic semiconductor production in recent years. The government has offered substantial subsidies to attract investment and strengthen local supply chains, including support for major chip projects involving both domestic and foreign companies. The new strategy would expand those efforts into a broader national industrial policy covering multiple sectors rather than focusing solely on semiconductors. The proposed investment blueprint is about more than boosting growth. It also reflects a broader shift in how governments view economic policy in an increasingly competitive world. Rather than leaving investment decisions entirely to market forces, countries are taking a more active role in directing capital towards industries considered vital for future prosperity and national security. For Japan, the 370 trillion yen initiative represents a long-term bet that leadership in technologies such as AI, advanced chips and space development can help secure both economic growth and strategic resilience in the decades ahead.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 02:13 PM

Hunger Strike Postponed: Narendra Singh's Protest Delayed Over PWD Executive Engineer Transfer

Kirtinagar: Narendra Singh of Kaproli village has postponed his proposed relay hunger strike from July 8 over the transfer of the executive engineer of the Public Works Department.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 02:06 PM

BJP State President Dr. Archana Gupta Receives Warm Welcome in Rewari

Rewari: On the first arrival of newly appointed Haryana BJP State President Dr. Archana Gupta in Rewari, a welcome ceremony was organized by the National Trade Service Association and the traders'community at the main gate of the new grain market.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 01:56 PM

Haryana Public Service Commission Candidates Continue Protest in Chandigarh

CHANDIGARH: More than 30 candidates of the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) Candidate Struggle Committee continued their sit-in protest for the seventh day today.

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The Financial Express

Jun 24, 2026, 01:53 PM

Ayodhya Ram Mandir Donation Controversy: Audit Report Reveals Shortcomings and Mismanagement

The Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation controversy took a fresh turn on Wednesday as it emerged that an audit had flagged many of these issues in 2020. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra is facing intense scrutiny following allegations of financial mismanagement — with the matter reaching the Supreme Court earlier this week alongside calls for a CBI-led investigation. Controversy had erupted earlier this month after former Ayodhya MLA Pawan Pandey claimed that a significant sum — between Rs 7 crore and Rs 7.5 crore in donations — was misappropriated from the Ram Mandir.The state government had constituted a three-member Special Investigation Team on June 14 to probe the alleged scam involving offerings made at the Ram Mandir, following a request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir Trust. The team submitted its primary report to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday. The temple Trust has denied all allegations of institutional embezzlement and the SIT was reportedly formed after a formal request from the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust. The trustees maintain that all physical offerings followed secure, laid-down counting and banking procedures. According to an Indian Express report, the unnamed firm had highlighted several shortcomings and noted that there was no “systemic record” of donations. It also recommended the drafting of a systematic operating process or SOP — warning that “unprofessional staff and data management” would lead to dubious information misleading practices. “Need to devise SOP of trust for each level of transaction, data management, staff and other resources…Layer of management at the execution level is not defined and highly unprofessional… It will be difficult to control the information and establish fair practice in the present scenario,” Indian Express quoted the audit report submitted in November 2020 as saying. The publication also cited the audit report as noting that a “ systematic record (of donations) for financial reporting” was not available. The firm warned that there was “no second or third check available at any point of transaction and data entry” and stressed the need for clear accountability and structure. The allegations also gained momentum after Mahipal Singh, who claims he was the accounts in-charge at the Ram Mandir, said irregularities had been taking place in donation collections for a long time. A PTI report earlier this month noted that Singh had also named some prominent people associated with the management and alleged that he was removed after complaining about this matter. Former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has also claimed that he was aware of alleged misuse and theft of donations at the Ram temple but was not in a position to reveal details. “If I speak the truth, I will get into trouble because they are very powerful people,” PTI quoted him as telling reporters in Gonda.

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ABP News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 01:43 PM

China-India Ties: Prioritizing Interests Amid Normalization Efforts

In a meeting held in Delhi, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told NSA Ajit Doval that China and India are partners, not competitors. AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi said on Wednesday (24 June 2026) that every Indian citizen wants normal and peaceful relations with China, but it cannot be on China's terms alone. Hyderabad MP Owaisi said in a post on X, "India's interests must be paramount and cannot be ignored in trying to restore normalcy with China. This has always been our policy and it would be a big mistake to change it now." He wrote that China wants India to put aside the border dispute to normalize relations between the two countries, but it is not willing to do anything in return. AIMIM chief Owaisi said that China provides military assistance to Pakistan on the ground and has refused to share data related to the Brahmaputra river water with India. He said, "Why are we giving up on this minor issue, but on the Narendra Modi-led government?"

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Siasat News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 01:39 PM

Israel Rules Out Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon Amid Ongoing Talks

Israel has ruled out withdrawing its forces from southern Lebanon, with Defence Minister Israel Katz saying the military will maintain its presence in the area regardless of any request from the United States. Speaking at the Muni Expo conference in Tel Aviv, Katz said Israeli troops would remain in what Israel describes as a security zone along the Lebanese border, Times of Israel reported.. He also said around 200,000 displaced Lebanese residents would not be allowed to return to areas under Israeli military control. Katz argued that previous security arrangements in southern Lebanon had exposed Israeli soldiers to attacks, making continued military deployment necessary. The remarks came as Lebanese and Israeli officials continued a fifth round of negotiations in Washington aimed at resolving disputes over security arrangements and Israel’s presence in southern Lebanon. The US-mediated talks have centred on proposals for an Israeli withdrawal, the deployment of the Lebanese army in border areas and measures intended to prevent a return to hostilities. Lebanese officials have repeatedly maintained that any agreement must lead to a full Israeli withdrawal from occupied territory, the restoration of state authority across the south and the return of displaced residents to their communities. The negotiations are unfolding amid wider regional tensions involving Israel, Iran and the United States. Developments in Lebanon have become increasingly tied to broader diplomatic efforts, with the security situation along the border emerging as a key issue in parallel discussions involving Washington and Tehran. The current period of relative calm is the longest since the regional crisis widened on February 28. Subsequent exchanges between Hezbollah and Israeli forces prompted a renewed Israeli offensive in Lebanon, deepening instability along the border and raising concerns of a broader conflict. According to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, more than 4,100 people have been killed since the escalation. The reported toll includes women, children and healthcare workers, although authorities have not specified how many of the dead were combatants. Despite ongoing negotiations, significant differences remain over the future of Israeli-held positions in southern Lebanon and the framework required to secure a lasting settlement between the two sides.

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Jun 24, 2026, 01:33 PM

Mossad Allegedly Plotted to Assassinate Pakistani Military Chief During Iran Peace Talks

A claim by Brazilian journalist and geo-strategic expert Pepe Escobar has shaken politics from Pakistan to Iran. Pepe Escobar has claimed that Israel's sharp-tongued intelligence agency Mossad conspired to assassinate Pakistan's military chief Field Marshal Asim Munir and his entire delegation. According to the claim, this operation was to be carried out when the Pak army chief was in Geneva, Switzerland, for the Iran peace talks. Pakistan is trying to play the role of a mediator between the US and Iran. The initial agreement between the two countries has been named'Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding '. Further talks on the Islamabad MoU took place in Geneva, which were attended by many top officials, including US Vice President JD Vance. The sensational claim of Mossad plotting to assassinate Asim Munir was made by Brazilian investigative journalist and geopolitical analyst Pepe Escobar. He claimed during a podcast on Marqiao that the Pak army chief was to carry out this operation while in Geneva, Switzerland. Pakistan is trying to play the role of a mediator between the US and Iran. A Pakistani military intelligence person, Nava Escobar, has claimed that'A Political Memorandum of Understanding'was signed

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 01:31 PM

Shivraj Singh Chouhan's Son Files Defamation Complaint Against Unknown Persons

The case pertains to a defamation complaint filed in the MP-MLA court in Bhopal by Kartikey Singh Chauhan, son of former chief minister and current Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 01:30 PM

Shiv Sena Gains Six MPs from Uddhav Faction Amid Party Crisis

Lok Sabha MP Arvind Sawant of the Uddhav faction, after meeting Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday, said that six MPs of his party have left the party and joined the Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde. He said that he and Anil Desai have already met the Lok Sabha Speaker regarding this matter. Sawant said that he has urged the Speaker that if any letter or claim comes in this matter, then he must be heard before taking a decision. Advocate Arvind Sawant said that we have told the Lok Sabha Speaker that it is his responsibility to protect the Constitution. If any MP talks about leaving the party individually or as a group, then we should be heard before taking any decision. Sawant told him that he has not received any letter in this regard so far. Congress spokesperson Shama Mohammed hit out at the central government over this whole development. He said that there is an undeclared emergency in the country and MPs are being poached. Shama Mohammad said that if Uddhav wants to contest elections on another party symbol, then he should go to another party.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 01:24 PM

Youth Leader Questions State Government's Functioning Over Recent Incidents

Rudraprayag: Youth leader Mohit Dimri termed the recent incidents in Karnaprayag and Nagrasu area as serious and questioned the functioning of the state government.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 01:23 PM

Accused in MLA Office Firing Discharged from PGI

Meham: Aman, a resident of Lakhanmajra, who was accused of firing at Congress MLA Balram Dangi's office four days ago at 1 pm on Friday, has been discharged from PGI.

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Jun 24, 2026, 01:20 PM

Sujata Rout Karthikeyan's Potential Entry into BJD Sparks Speculation

Bhubaneswar: Speculation is mounting over the possible entry of former IAS officer and Kendrapara daughter Sujata Rout Karthikeyan into the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), with political circles abuzz ahead of the party’s crucial meeting tomorrow. While there has been no official confirmation from either Sujata Rout Karthikeyan or the BJD leadership, discussions surrounding her potential political move have gathered momentum. The possibility has drawn significant attention given her administrative experience, public profile, and roots in Kendrapara district. However, party leaders have remained tight-lipped, adding to the suspense. With anticipation building ahead of tomorrow’s developments, all eyes are on BJD president Naveen Patnaik and the party leadership to see whether the speculation culminates in a major political announcement. It is to be noted here that Sujata Rout Karthikeyan is an Odisha cadre IAS of 2000 batch. She has played an important role in administration for more than two decades. She started her career from Maoist infested Sundergarh district. She started a bicycle distribution scheme for women students in Sundergarh. Sujata was the first woman District Magistrate of Cuttack district. She worked as the Secretary of Mission Shakti Department for more than 6 years. She increased the bank loan linkage of women SHG groups. She increased the bank loan linkage from Rs 500 crore to Rs 15,000 crore. Because of her work, more than 70 lakh women of Odisha have become self-reliant. Sujata is a graduate in Political Science from Lady Shri Ram College for Women–Delhi University (LSR–DU), Delhi. She has done her Masters in International Politics from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). She comes from a middle-class family in Baluria village of Pattamundai block of Kendrapara district. She took voluntary retirement from government service in March 2025.

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Jun 24, 2026, 01:19 PM

Trump Warns of False Information on Iran Negotiations; Proposes Agricultural Trade

Trump said that if this information turns out to be false, the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran will be terminated immediately. He said that any misinformation or misleading reporting on this issue could further complicate the situation. The US president also clarified that the US has not given Iran any money, nor has any Iranian money been released directly. Trump said that such reports about Iran are also false. He said that some of the money under US control will be used to buy agricultural products from American farmers and ranchers. Trump said that the US will buy maize, wheat, soybeans, and other foodstuffs because Iran desperately needs food. He said that this purchase will only be made from the US. According to Trump, it will benefit American farmers on the one hand, while on the other hand, it will help meet Iran's food needs. The Strait of Hormuz is considered one of the world's most important sea routes. A large part of such oil and gas trade routes can also pass through the Gulf.

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Jun 24, 2026, 01:13 PM

Telangana Congress Committee Resolves Dispute Between Senior Leaders Mohammed Ali Shabbir and Gaddam Chandrashekhar Reddy

The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee’s (TPCC) Disciplinary Action Committee (DAC) has closed the Kamareddy dispute involving senior Congress leader and state government adviser Mohammed Ali Shabbir, after both sides agreed to withdraw all complaints and cases filed against each other and resolve future differences internally. The DAC, which met at Gandhi Bhavan in Hyderabad on June 21, recorded written and oral submissions from Shabbir Ali, PCC general secretary Gaddam Chandrashekhar Reddy and former Kamareddy municipal chairperson Indu Priya before arriving at the decision. “After detailed discussions on all issues, both parties agreed to work towards strengthening the Congress party and maintaining mutual coordination in the future. It was also agreed that any differences would be resolved internally in the larger interest of the party,” the DAC said in its resolution. Both parties also agreed not to address the media on the matter going forward. The dispute came to a head on June 12, when a purported audio clip went viral on social media, in which Shabbir Ali allegedly made disparaging remarks about how Chandrashekhar Reddy had secured his party post, and expressed frustration over being passed over himself. The clip was believed to be roughly a year old. The TPCC president, B Mahesh Kumar Goud, issued a show-cause notice to Shabbir Ali on June 13. The following day, the veteran leader hit back, calling the clip “fake, doctored and politically motivated” and announcing plans to file criminal defamation cases against those responsible for its circulation. Citing 45 years of association with the Congress, Shabbir Ali denied the remarks outright and lodged a complaint with the Kamareddy Police seeking forensic examination of the recordings. He also pointed to what he described as a deliberate sequence of events, alleging that the group backing Chandrashekhar Reddy had first filed complaints against other Congress leaders with the DAC and that within days, the audio surfaced through an X handle he identified as anti-Congress and affiliated with the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). Before the DAC, Shabbir Ali reiterated that the clip was fabricated and said he had always maintained cordial and respectful relations with all party leaders and workers, describing TPCC chief Goud as someone he had known for nearly four decades and regarded as a younger brother. The episode laid bare tensions that ran deeper than the audio clip itself. Chandrashekhar Reddy had joined the Congress after being suspended from the BRS in October 2023 and had since consolidated his hold over the Kamareddy district unit, culminating in his appointment as general secretary in 2025 — a move that is said to have set off the friction with Shabbir Ali’s camp. Indu Priya, for her part, had filed a complaint with the Kamareddy Superintendent of Police accusing Shabbir Ali of orchestrating social media abuse against her and naming his nephew, son and a follower as those responsible. She had also threatened to take the matter to the party high command and, if needed, to Rahul Gandhi directly. With the DAC’s closure of the matter, both sides appear to have stepped back from the brink, at least for now.

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Jun 24, 2026, 01:00 PM

Samajwadi Party Leader Criticizes BJP MP Satish Gautam

Aligarh: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former MP Chaudhary Bijendra Singh has launched a scathing attack on BJP MP Satish Gautam.

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Indian Express

Jun 24, 2026, 12:58 PM

Mohanlal's Assurance Brings Hope Amidst AMMA Controversies

The fresh series of controversies that hit the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) has further dampened the organisation’s chances of rebounding after its massive downfall in 2024, following the release of the Justice Hema Committee report. Amid the issues, renowned actor Beena Antony said it was heart-wrenching to see Mohanlal’s demeanour during the recent AMMA general body meeting. Beena Antony, however, noted that one line from the superstar drew thunderous applause from the gathering, instilling hope in them. For those unfamiliar, the AMMA general body meeting on Sunday, June 21, was highly dramatic, with several members trading barbs. It reached such an extent that the organisation’s first woman president, actor Shwetha Menon, and other office-bearers tendered their resignations in the aftermath . Also Read | Mammootty breaks silence on AMMA row; brushes off film body crisis as a ‘small matter’ Although Mammootty did not attend the meeting, Mohanlal was present. While he remained silent for most of the time, Beena noted that the Malayalam cinema icon eventually spoke and made a promise to all the members. “Mammootty didn’t come; I don’t know the reason. Mohanlal was there and stayed until evening. He isn’t someone who forces his opinions on anyone. It was very painful to see the way he sat there. We had hoped he would come with a lot of happiness. It was in front of Mohanlal that all those discussions and arguments happened; right before his eyes. He must have been under a lot of stress. Yet, he couldn’t just step in and oppose anything,” Beena, who is currently basking in the glory of her widely appreciated performance in director Chidambaram’s Balan: The Boy (2026), told Reporter Films . She continued, “However, at one point, he stood up and talked. He said, ‘I cannot insist that this must continue. If you can give them (the executive committee) another 45 days, you may; I leave that to the general body. You can decide as you see fit… I am not the person to tell you that this must be carried forward.’ He had been listening to everything. Ansiba Hassan spoke for about 45 minutes. Later, Mohanlal simply said that the decision was up to us (the members).” Despite all the issues, Beena shared that the organisation got back on its feet when Mohanlal said, “No one needs to worry. No matter what problems arise, AMMA will always be safe. I give you my word on that.” The members, she noted, were extremely happy to hear his assurance. The infighting in AMMA, she said, has affected everyone, including Mammootty and Mohanlal. She also expressed her sadness that the leadership failed, even after a woman assumed charge. Must Read | Shwetha Menon drops bombshell on cine body, claims Mohanlal panel’s accounts ‘all wrong’ Prior to Shwetha Menon taking the reins of AMMA, Mohanlal led its executive committee for two consecutive terms. Although he was elected as the president once again in 2024, that committee resigned en masse in August of the same year in the aftermath of the controversy sparked by the findings of the Justice Hema Committee report and the numerous sexual misconduct allegations that emerged against several male film industry insiders, particularly actors.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 24, 2026, 12:53 PM

Shiv Sena's Troubles Mount: Party May Lose Parliament Office

Uddhav Thackeray's troubles do not seem to be getting any less. On the one hand, earlier Lok Sabha MPs left the Shiv Sena and joined the Eknath Shinde faction. On the other hand, now Uddhav Thackeray is going to get another blow. Shiv Sena may be given an office in the Parliament complex. This will mean that Shiv Sena will not have its own party office in Parliament. Shiv Sena (UBT), which is still trying to recover from the rebellion of its six Lok Sabha MPs, may get another blow. There is a strong possibility that the party may lose the office in the Parliament complex. Six Lok Sabha MPs of Shiv Sena have joined the Eknath Shinde faction and joined the alliance with the ruling party. Once Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla formally approves this merger, then only four MPs will be left in the Shiv Sena (UBT) parliamentary party.

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ABP News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 12:52 PM

Shiv Sena Leaders Meet Lok Sabha Speaker Over Rebel MPs Issue

On Wednesday (June 24), Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders met Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla regarding the issue of rebel MPs. After this meeting, Arvind Sawant said that last week we had come and requested Speaker Saheb. In that request, we had said that you have to protect the Constitution. We had said that you do not take any decision without hearing us. Today at 5 pm, he had given us time and met. We told Speaker Saheb that if you have received a letter from the rebel group, let us know. To this, he said that nothing has come so far and we did not get the paper. Arvind Sawant further said, "We said that no one can be recognized as per the provision of the Constitution. There can also be separate seating arrangements." Anil Desai had also reached to meet Lok Sabha Speaker. When questioned what the Speaker assured, he said, "Speaker Saheb has assured us that no decision will be taken by the rebel group, except the office. He has also said that there will be no decision from his side.

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Kalinga TV

Jun 24, 2026, 12:50 PM

Pakistan Accused of Using Collective Punishment Against Baloch Families

London: Baloch political activist Hakeem Wadela has accused Pakistani authorities of using “collective punishment” tactics against families of Baloch political leaders, alleging that relatives of prominent Baloch activist and chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) Naseem Baloch were pressured into publicly disowning him during a press conference held on Monday. In a video statement, Hakeem claimed that members of Dr Naseem Baloch’s family were compelled to participate in what he described as a “staged press conference” and were forced to repeat allegations that align with the state’s narrative against Baloch political activists and leaders. According to him, Naseem Baloch’s father and two uncles were allegedly detained by Pakistani security forces in February 2026 and remain in custody at undisclosed locations. He alleged that the continued detention of the family members is being used as leverage to pressure relatives into distancing themselves from the veteran Baloch activist. “This cowardly action by the Pakistani state is part of a broader policy of collective punishment,” he stated, arguing that authorities routinely target family members of Baloch political figures. He maintained that such measures have failed in the past and would continue to fail in the future. Wadela further called on the international community, human rights organisations, and democratic governments to take notice of what he described as systematic intimidation and harassment of Baloch families. The activist urged global actors to support the rights of Baloch political voices and ensure that relatives of activists and leaders can live without fear of reprisals for their family connections. Wadela also highlighted what he said was a wider pattern in which families of missing persons, political activists, and members of the Baloch resistance are allegedly forced to denounce their loved ones under pressure publicly. Concluding his remarks, he asserted that the Pakistani state is using collective punishment as a tool to undermine the Baloch national struggle. (ANI) Also Read: Israel’s defence minister says IDF will not withdraw from Lebanon, “even if…

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 12:47 PM

Himachal Pradesh Government Dissolves Panchayat Raj Institutions in Key Areas

The Himachal Pradesh Government has dissolved the existing Panchayat Raj Institutions of Keylong Sub-Division of Lahaul-Spiti district, Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba district and Zila Parishad Lahaul-Spiti with immediate effect.

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ABP News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 12:43 PM

Bonded Labor and Human Trafficking Uncovered in Bihar Construction Factory

A major case of bonded labour and human trafficking has come to light in a two-storey construction factory in Mandi, Muzaffarnagar district of Bihar. The police have raided and released 12 labourers. Since this incident, politics has heated up. Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi has questioned. He has called it illegal in a way. Rahul Gandhi has posted on X on this whole matter. The case of bonded labour of labourers in Muzaffarnagar is very shocking. Apart from getting work done without paying wages, labourers have been cut from dogs, spears, whipped, and fed cattle fodder. This is an attack on human dignity. The victims should be rehabilitated with justice and the culprits should be given the strictest punishment. The case of bonded labour of labourers in Muzaffarnagar is very shocking. Apart from getting work done without paying wages, the labourers have been cut off, fed with spears, rehabilitated with spears, it has also been done with justice.

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Kalinga TV

Jun 24, 2026, 12:38 PM

Israel Reiterates Commitment to Military Presence in Southern Lebanon

Tel Aviv: Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has asserted that Israeli military forces will maintain their presence in southern Lebanon, declaring that Tel Aviv will not pull back its troops despite potential diplomatic pressure from Washington. In remarks carried by The Times of Israel, Katz explicitly stated that the military would remain positioned in the region “even if there is an American demand.” Addressing the status of the security zone, the Defence Minister also ruled out the immediate resettlement of displaced Lebanese civilians, stating, “200,000 residents will not return.” Katz explained that historical security challenges encountered in past operational zones heavily informed the government’s decision to retain a military foothold across the northern border. “What happened in the past in security zones, where there was also a civilian population [present], was roadside bombs and attacks against the soldiers, and therefore we will not allow that,” Katz noted. Emphasising Tel Aviv’s firm operational stance on the ground, the Defence Minister reinforced the message, adding, “We are not withdrawing.” This position aligns with a high-level development on Tuesday, when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Israel Katz, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, and Northern Command chief Maj. Gen. Rafi Milo held a telephonic conversation and, in a joint statement, reiterated that the IDF will continue acting decisively “against threats” in Lebanon. “The IDF will continue to act decisively to thwart threats to our soldiers and civilians, destroy terror infrastructure, and continue maintaining the security zone in southern Lebanon,” Netanyahu, Katz, and Zamir said in the joint statement. The leadership emphasised that operational parameters on the ground would be driven entirely by defensive priorities, making it clear that “the security of Israeli citizens and IDF forces will remain their guiding principle without compromise”. Further underscoring this unified stance, Netanyahu shared a video on his official X handle, stating the Israeli military has full freedom of action against threats in southern Lebanon. The Prime Minister reaffirmed that Israeli forces will remain in the security zone for as long as necessary to safeguard themselves or the residents of the north from any “direct or emerging threat”. “My directive, along with that of the Minister of Defense, to the IDF is clear and has not changed: Our fighters in southern Lebanon have full freedom of action to thwart any direct or emerging threat against them or against the residents of the north. The IDF has no restrictions in this matter. I stand behind them, the entire nation stands behind them,” he said in Hebrew. Netanyahu underscored that the strategic military presence along the border remains unyielding under current conditions, adding, “I stand firm on the fact that we will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon for as long as is required to protect the residents of the north and all the citizens of the state.” These strict military directives come as Lebanon and Israel began a new round of talks on Tuesday in Washington, with Beirut determined to press ahead with direct negotiations even as they appear to be overshadowed by Iran’s decision to make Lebanon part of its talks with the US. The bilateral talks, which are scheduled to conclude on Thursday, are taking place at the State Department and the Pentagon. For the diplomatic sessions, Israel and Lebanon will be represented by their ambassadors in Washington, while the US will be represented by State Department Counsellor Dan Holler and Assistant Secretary of Defence for International Security Affairs Dan Zimmerman. (ANI) Also Read: Rubio meets UAE President

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:27 PM

BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi Over Alleged Pro-Pakistani Remarks During Operation Sindoor

The BJP has launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, alleging that during Operation Sindoor, Rahul Gandhi said things that were akin to Pakistani propaganda.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 12:22 PM

Congress Protests Over Stolen Temple Funds and Land Irregularities in Noida

MY CITY REPORTERGRATOR NOIDA: The Congress district executive on Wednesday staged a protest at the collectorate against the theft of donation money from the Ayodhya temple and irregularities in land purchase and sale.

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Indian Express

Jun 24, 2026, 12:09 PM

India's Permanent Membership in UN Security Council: A Test of Global Adaptation

Also by Ankit K India’s permanent membership of the UN Security Council is no longer a question of aspiration. It has become a test of whether the world can adapt to the current geopolitical flux. Since World War II, the world has fundamentally changed, overseen by an institution that largely has not. India, as the world’s largest democracy, represents one-sixth of its total population. Recognising its rightful place will ensure the UNSC’s credibility in addressing global challenges. India ranks among the top three in purchasing power parity, with estimates placing its 2026 GDP PPP above $20 trillion. It influences global trade flows, technology supply chains, energy markets, and developmental finance. India’s armed forces are among the world’s largest, and it is among the top defence spenders, with its 2026 defence budget reaching a record $86 billion. India is currently among the few countries with a credible nuclear triad, yet its strategic culture has remained oriented toward deterrence and stability, rather than revising the international order. Beyond material capabilities, India’s normative and functional contribution to international peace and security is noteworthy. Its troop contribution has been one of the largest since 1948, despite suffering one of the highest numbers of fatalities among UN peacekeeping contributors. This reflects India’s commitment to multilateralism and its willingness to support UN mandates at all costs. On several crucial international agendas, India is one of the major stakeholders, shaping outcomes in energy transitions, green finance, and technological innovation. Cutting across the North-South divide, India demonstrated its leadership in the International Solar Alliance and the recent G20 presidency under the theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”. It is emerging as a hub in technology governance. On maritime security, its role in the Indian Ocean shows a strong commitment to freedom of navigation and adherence to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and its institutions, such as the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. Equitable representation is one of the most important challenges the UNSC faces. Despite Asia accounting for 60 per cent of the world’s population, only one Asian state holds a permanent seat. UNSC expansion can also address challenges that directly affect Asian countries but often receive inadequate attention, while preventing the pursuit of any single country’s narrow agenda. The G4 initiative, by India, Japan, Brazil and Germany, aims at increasing UNSC membership, with six new permanent seats, including two each for Asia and Africa. Since permanent membership comes with veto power, restricting it to only five countries has resulted in structural and functional challenges. In the 1960s, the UNSC expanded the number of non-permanent members to 10 without making any changes to the P5. Thus, the influence of the permanent members increased over time. The growing practice of consensus-based decision-making has given rise to de facto vetoes. Outcomes such as presidential and press statements, or the decisions of sanctions committees, require unanimity, allowing any member, permanent or elected, to block or delay action. As the Council expands, achieving consensus becomes more difficult, thereby increasing opportunities for individual states to exercise this informal veto in pursuit of narrow national interests. Equitable reform requires expanding permanent membership with veto power to ensure fair representation. A permanent seat for India at the Council would strengthen stability in Asia and beyond. It would closely align the institution with changing geopolitical realities and establish the legitimacy of its decisions, offering the UNSC a chance to revamp itself. The India of today, envisioned as vishwamitra , is well-positioned to address the evolving challenges of the UNSC. Patel is V-C of Rashtriya Raksha University, and a member of National Security Advisory Board and UN International Law Commission. Ankit K is assistant professor at Rashtriya Raksha University

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 PM

Pakistan Introduces New System for Family ID Registration, Simplifying Reunification Process

PPP State Coordinator Dr. Satish Khola said that this decision will benefit thousands of families and will solve many practical problems related to family ID. He said that men whose name has been registered in the in-laws ID for some reason will now be able to reunite with their family. The person concerned with the advertisement will have to go to the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) office of their district and file a complaint. This complaint will be registered on the portal through the field coordinator or programmer, after which the ADC will investigate and approve. Dr. Khola said that if the wife and children are registered in a separate family ID, then they can also be added after approval. If the wife and children are also included in the in-laws ID, then the whole family will be transferred to the original family ID together. This will keep all the members of the family registered under the same ID and there will be no hindrance in getting the benefits of government schemes. Dr. Khola said that the government is taking steps to make the process of filing complaints under the prescribed appeals and public interest groups of the affected families transparent and transparent.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 12:03 PM

India Shifts Focus to National Development, Emphasizes Disease Prevention: JP Nadda

Nadda said that earlier governments were often limited to one region, caste or family. People used to believe that the development of the region will be limited to that region. But now there has been a big change in politics. He said that now the government is working with the mantra of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas. Nadda said that today India has reached a position to lead on the global stage and this change is the result of the country's self-confidence. The Union Minister said that the country now has a common goal to make India a developed nation by the year 2047. He said that the dream of a developed India is in the minds of every section of the society. Nadda said that if new ideas come out of such dialogues and the direction of the country's development is set, then this will be the biggest success of these events. JP Nadda also mentioned the changes in the health sector. He said that earlier the focus of the health system was on the treatment of disease, but after 2017, the government has changed the basic health policy framework. He said that along with better health facilities, the government is also emphasizing the prevention of disease at the primary health level.

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ABP News✓

Jun 24, 2026, 12:02 PM

Purnia MP Accuses Government in Bharat Bhushan Tiwari Encounter Case

A Mahapanchayat has been organized in the village today (Wednesday) regarding the Bharat Bhushan Tiwari encounter case that took place on 17 June in Shahpur of Bhojpur district. Meanwhile, Purnia MP Pappu Yadav has made a big allegation against the government's system. Pappu Yadav has claimed that the STF has been sent from the police headquarters and Bharat Bhushan Tiwari has been shot dead. He has demanded martyr status for Bharat Bhushan Tiwari. He has also said that one crore compensation will be given. On the encounter, Pappu Yadav said that who is behind this, which Ravan's mind is going on, who is sitting in the headquarters (police headquarters) on whose orders the STF shot, the DSP and the police station officer there did not shoot, the STF has shot. It should be investigated who called from the headquarters. Pappu Yadav has asked which big fish is being saved? Now the MP is working above the law in Bihar.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 24, 2026, 12:00 PM

India Marks 51st Anniversary of Emergency: A Defining Experience for Democracy Survivors

The Emergency, which came into force on 25 June 1975, is a chapter in the history of Indian democracy whose memories have not faded even after five decades. Thousands of people were jailed without trial, newspapers were censored, dissent was criminalised and civil liberties were curbed unprecedentedly. Today, as the country marks the 51st anniversary of the Emergency, eyewitnesses and struggle survivors of that period remember it not just as a political event but as a defining experience of their lives. Some tried to save the voice of democracy through the underground press, some dreamt of a future in prison dungeons, some held on to democratic values under arrest and torture, some opened the doors of their homes to agitators. In the memories of these people, the Emergency is not just a symbol of repression and fear, it is also a living lesson in the importance of democracy, freedom of expression and civil liberties. Five decades later, they acknowledge that governments have changed, but only as much as the period of Dr.Samendra Sharma, Principal of Pathankot College, has changed.

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The Financial Express

Jun 24, 2026, 11:58 AM

Trent Chairman Noel Tata to Step Down Before End of Year

Noel Tata will step down as chairman of Trent Limited before the end of this calendar year. He made the announcement at the company’s 47th annual general meeting on Tuesday. The decision follows Tata Group’s governance norms. Non-executive directors in the group retire at 70. Tata, who is also chairman of Tata Trusts, turns 70 in November. His association with Trent spans nearly three decades. Noel joined the company’s board as a director in 1998, shortly after Trent was established. The company was set up by his mother, Simone Tata, following the divestment of Lakme. He took charge as Trent’s first managing director in June 1999. Under Noel Tata’s chairmanship, Trent’s revenue rose by nearly Rs 20,000 crore in FY26. The company expanded from a single Westside store to a network of over 1,200 stores. Its portfolio now includes Zudio and Star, both of which have grown into significant contributors to the business. During Tuesday’s AGM, Tata said the retailer has already achieved more than 2.5 times growth in revenue and profitability since outlining its ambitious 10x growth vision at the company’s 2023 AGM. However, he noted that relying solely on Westside and Zudio would not be sufficient to meet that target. Tata also said the ₹2,500-crore equity fundraise approved by the board last month will be used to build warehouses, acquire real estate, upgrade stores and deploy artificial intelligence to automate supply-chain operations. Outlining Trent’s long-term expansion plans, he said the company aims to more than double its Westside store network to 700 outlets from around 300 currently, while expanding Zudio over five-fold to 5,000 stores from 963 at present. “As we look ahead, I firmly believe that the best years of Trent are ahead of us. The opportunities before us are vast — not just in India,” Tata said in the company’s FY26 annual report. He added that Trent would expand across categories and explore new geographies in the years to come.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 24, 2026, 11:57 AM

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav Embroiled in Land Purchase Controversy

Meanwhile, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is in the news over a land purchase controversy. Mohan Yadav's family has received support from Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has taunted Akhilesh Yadav for coming out in support of Mohan Yadav.

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The Moscow Times

Jun 24, 2026, 11:56 AM

US and India Make Progress in Trade Talks, Aim to Conclude Agreement by July 24

US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer, who led a delegation to India from June 22 to June 24, concluded multiple rounds of discussions with Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday with an aim to progress with the negotiations on a broader bilateral trade agreement. According to a joint statement released by the Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday, the two sides reviewed key elements of the proposed pact, including market access, digital trade, supply-chain resilience, reduction of non-tariff barriers and cooperation in strategic sectors. "The two leaders conducted a comprehensive review of core BTA elements, including enhanced market access, digital trade, supply chain resilience, reduction of non-tariff barriers, and expanded cooperation in strategic sectors. Both sides noted substantial progress by negotiating teams in recent months and welcomed the momentum from successive technical and ministerial-level engagements," the ministry said. It said the negotiating teams had made "substantial progress" in recent months through a series of technical and ministerial-level engagements. While neither side disclosed specific concessions under discussion, both governments said they remained committed to a deal that is "balanced" and "commercially meaningful." "We reviewed progress of the ongoing India–U.S. trade discussions and explored avenues to further deepen our economic partnership. I appreciate Ambassador Greer's leadership and the sustained efforts of both teams in advancing our discussions in a constructive and forward-looking manner," Goyal said. Meanwhile, USTR ambassador Greer met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday. India and US are aiming to conclude a trade agreement by July 24, the day till when the tariff of 10% on all the trading partners of the US is valid. Before that India aims to finalise a tariff structure to have a competitive advantage over other trading countries.

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Dainik Jagran

Jun 24, 2026, 11:50 AM

Iran Invites PM Modi to Funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iranian President Masoud Pedeskian has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the funeral ceremony of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. According to sources, the funeral ceremonies will be held from July 5 to July 9. However, there has been no confirmation from India about the invitation to PM Modi. Khamenei, who ruled Iran for three decades, died on February 28, the first day of major US and Israeli air strikes on Tehran. Diplomatic sources said that President Pedeskian has invited the Indian prime minister for the funeral ceremony. The funeral will be held in Tehran and Qom on July 5, 6 and 7. The final ceremony will take place on July 9 in the city of Mashhad. Iran showed the world the power of the Hormuz waterway, a $125 billion shipment stuck in the sea!

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The Moscow Times

Jun 24, 2026, 11:48 AM

Calcutta High Court Rejects Abhishek Banerjee's Plea to Travel to USA for Eye Treatment

KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday rejected an immediate hearing plea from Trinamool Congress leader and Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee seeking permission for travel to the USA for a week to undergo eye treatment. Abhishek had suffered a serious eye injury following an accident along the Durgapur Expressway in Hooghly district in 2016, and since then, he has been under treatment regularly. Justice Sougata Bhattacharyya in the High Court on Wednesday said, "The matter will be heard when it comes in the list of hearings of cases following the usual process." Abhishek has been facing a series of interrogations by the West Bengal and Central investigating agencies in cases linked to alleged signature forgery of the party MLAs in the Assembly, provocative speeches related to the ‘DJ’ music issue and the primary teachers’ recruitment scam. His appeal to the court has created a row in Bengal politics, particularly against the backdrop when the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the West Bengal Police has already grilled him for hours on three separate days since June 11 at its headquarters, Bhabani Bhaban in the city. CID officials questioned him on signature forgery cases of several party MLAs over the party's choice of Leader of Opposition in the state assembly and the ‘DJ’ music issue.

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The Moscow Times

Jun 24, 2026, 11:45 AM

Andy Burnham Set to Become UK Prime Minister Without a Contest

LONDON: Andy Burnham took a step closer to becoming Britain's next prime minister without a contest on Wednesday when Cabinet minister Darren Jones, touted as a possible rival, said he would not run. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer, seeking to secure a legacy before he leaves office, faces the weekly Prime Minister's Questions session in Parliament before flying to Berlin to meet European allies for talks on Ukraine and the Middle East. Starmer announced his plan to resign on Monday and will be out of office within weeks once the governing Labour Party picks a new leader. Jones, a Starmer ally, had been encouraged to run so that Burnham faces a test of his ideas and policies in front of Labour lawmakers and members. Others argue that a leadership contest will only focus attention on the party's internal divisions and extend a period of political uncertainty. Jones told Sky News that running for the leadership is "not something that I'm going to do." But he cautioned Burnham against veering too far to the left in economic policy, a concern of some in the business and financial worlds. Burnham is expected to choose a new Treasury chief to replace Starmer appointee Rachel Reeves. Jones said it must be someone "that can reassure the markets, reassure the trade unions and reassure the parliamentary Labour Party, and by extension the public." Burnham is expected to make a speech next week outlining some of his economic plans. Starmer is leaving after two years in office marred by missteps and judgment errors that eroded his standing with his party and the public.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 11:43 AM

Chief Minister Reiterates Commitment to Public Welfare

In his address, the Chief Minister said that his government is continuously taking decisions in the interest of the people and will continue to work for the welfare of the people.

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Amar Ujala

Jun 24, 2026, 11:42 AM

Mehbooba Mufti: Kashmiri Muslims and Pandits Must Lead Efforts to Bring Back Pandits to Valley

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti has said Kashmiri Muslims and Pandits have a greater role to play in the return of Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley than the government.

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