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Dainik Jagran

Jul 6, 2026, 02:25 PM

Hamas Announces Dissolution of Government in Gaza Strip, Paving Way for Civilian Rule

Gaza Strip politics witnessed a historic and huge upheaval on Monday. Palestinian militant organization Hamas officially announced the dissolution of the Administrative Committee of its government that has ruled the Gaza Strip for nearly two decades. The announcement now paves the way for the civilian rule of a non-political'technocrat'committee to take over the affairs of Gaza. Hamas had been ruling Gaza since 2007, when it gained control by defeating its rival faction Fatah in a conflict. Since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in October 2025, Hamas has been saying that it is ready to withdraw from the day-to-day functioning and governance. According to Hamas spokesman Halem Qassem, Hamas has taken this new step so that Israel has no excuse to continue its attacks or occupation of Gaza. Thus, the National Administrative Committee for Gaza (NCAG) will now be formed under the control of the Donald Trump administration.

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Dainik Jagran

Jul 6, 2026, 02:06 PM

Rastriya Janasabhavana Party Candidate Files Nomination Papers for Bankipur Assembly By-Election

On the first day of filing nominations for the Bankipur Assembly by-election on Monday, a candidate filed his nomination papers. Rastriya Janasabhavana Party candidate Upendra Sahani filed his nomination before Returning Officer Raghavendra Pratap Singh. Upendra Sahani, 55, is a resident of Pakri village in Sitamarhi. He has declared himself as a businessman and educational qualification BA graduate in his affidavit. According to the affidavit, Upendra Sahani has declared no criminal case pending against him or conviction in any case. According to income tax returns, his total income in the financial year 2026-27 is Rs.

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Kalinga TV

Jul 6, 2026, 02:02 PM

Odisha's Special Intensive Revision Deletes Over 20 Million Voter Records

Bhubaneswar: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Odisha has led to the deletion of a significant number of voter records across districts. A total of 20,12,676 names removed and Ganjam reported the highest number of deletions. As per the official data of Odisha State Election Commission, as many as 2,07,624 names in Ganjam district removed from the electoral roll. Malkangiri recorded the highest deletion rate among all districts, with 10.25% of its electors removed during the SIR process. Have a look at thedistrict-wise voter deletions:

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Jul 6, 2026, 01:30 PM

India's Election Commission Issues Notifications for By-elections in Three States

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday issued notifications for by-elections to three Legislative Assembly constituencies in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Bihar, formally setting the electoral process in motion with the commencement of nomination filing. The bypolls will be held for Datia (22) in Madhya Pradesh, Manjalpur (145) in Gujarat and Bankipur (182) in Bihar to fill vacant Assembly seats. According to the election schedule announced by the Commission, the last date for filing nominations is July 13, while scrutiny of nomination papers will take place on July 14. Candidates can withdraw their nominations until July 16. Polling, if required, will be held on July 30 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m., while counting of votes is scheduled for August 3 from 8 a.m. onwards. The entire election process will be completed by August 4. The Election Commission has also directed the governments of the three states to ensure strict compliance with statutory provisions relating to paid holidays and dry days in the poll-bound constituencies. Invoking Section 135B of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the Commission said every eligible voter employed in any business, trade, industrial undertaking or other establishment must be granted a paid holiday on polling day to enable them to exercise their franchise. The provision also extends to daily wage and casual workers, and employers violating the rule will be liable for penalties. The Commission clarified that electors registered in the poll-bound constituencies but employed outside their respective Assembly segments will also be entitled to a paid holiday on polling day so they can travel and cast their votes. Further, under Section 135C of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the Commission directed that a “dry day” be observed in the polling areas during the 48 hours preceding the close of polling. The prohibition on the sale, distribution and serving of liquor will also apply in the event of a re-poll, if necessary. The Commission also instructed the state governments to declare August 3, the day of counting of votes, as a dry day in the concerned constituencies in accordance with the relevant state laws.

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ABP News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 01:30 PM

Karnataka's BJP Accuses Election Officials of Violating Guidelines in SIR Campaign

The BJP and its allies in Karnataka have made serious allegations of malpractices in the SIR. On Monday (July 6), several NDA leaders, including Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi, SD Kumaraswamy, wrote to the Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka, alleging large-scale irregularities in the ongoing SIR campaign in the state. The complaint states that the Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are not following the mandatory door-to-door verification process as per the prescribed guidelines of the Election Commission. It is alleged that instead of conducting personal verification of voters, enumeration forms, community halls, mosques, and even at the homes of some BLOs are being filled. NDA leaders claimed that WhatsApp groups have also been created to call voters to these places to complete the SIR process. The BJP says that this is a clear violation of the guidelines of the Election Commission and raises questions on the fairness of the electoral roll revision process. The complaint also states that some sections of the state media have shared evidence of these alleged irregularities.

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Jul 6, 2026, 01:26 PM

TMC Leader Kalyan Banerjee Denies Committee Dissolution, Accuses Rebel Faction of Fraud

Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and MP Kalyan Banerjee said on Monday (July 6) that he has filed a response with the Election Commission in Delhi. He said that we have given a detailed reply. The committee of AITC was formed in 1998, then the term of the committee was supposed to be for 3 years. Kalyan Banerjee said that the term of the committee is for 5 years in AITC. The other faction which is claiming that the committee has been dissolved is wrong. According to the party constitution, the committee was formed in 2022, whose term is till 2027. In all the previous elections, they have signed but on May 3 in front of the Speaker said that it is a block of AITC. The senior leader of TMC said that they (the rebel faction) are committing fraud. They should resign immediately. He further told that we had put 3 points before the Election Commission about the life of TMC and the working committee of TMC. In December 1997, the constitution of TMC was made and after that Mamata Banerjee was given the symbol of the party in 2006, the election of the party chairperson will be for 4 years.

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Jul 6, 2026, 01:24 PM

Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust Sees Resignations Amid Theft Allegations

The theft of offerings at the Ayodhya Ram temple came to light in early June 2026. So far, 8 people have been arrested, the SIT has found 14 people, including Champat Rai and Anil Mishra, guilty. On 26 June, Champat resigned as general secretary of the trust and Anil as trustee. On 6 July 2026, a crucial meeting of the trust was held, in which both resignations were accepted. This analysis story relies on 4 points: Champat Rai and Anil Mishra resigned on 26 June citing "moral responsibility." Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) joint general secretary Surendra Jain called it a "high standard of morality." But the real question arises whether this is just an attempt to make a "scapegoat." According to political expert Rasheed Kidwai, this is confirmed by the fact that neither Champat Rai nor Anil Mishra are named in the FIR. That is, no criminal case has yet been made out against them legally, yet they have to leave the post. This is a clear indication that Champat Rai and Anil Mishra have been forced by the VHP to take this "organisational step" until the charges are proved.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 01:15 PM

Indian PM Narendra Modi Receives Grand Welcome in Jakarta, Indonesia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia. President Prabowo Subianto personally received him at the airport. When PM Modi's aircraft entered Indonesian airspace from Indian airspace, he was escorted by fighter jets of the Indonesian Air Force. This grand welcome reflects the deep friendship and growing strategic importance between the two countries. It augurs well for President Prabowo Subianto and Prime Minister Modi on a personal level. This is Modi's first important visit after Prabowo became the President. A ceremonial guard of honour and a traditional welcome ceremony took place at the airport. The two leaders will soon hold bilateral talks covering issues such as defence, trade, energy, maritime security and regional stability. Indonesia is the largest country in Southeast Asia. It is important in terms of population, economy and geography. India and Indonesia are both major powers in the Indo-Pacific region. Both countries are working on maritime security, free and open Indo-Pacific and multilateral cooperation with China. It is not just the formalisation of the fighter aircraft by PM Modi that has become relevant.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:54 PM

RJD Nominates Rekha Kumari Gupta for Bankipur Assembly By-Election in Bihar

The Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) has announced Rekha Kumari Gupta as its candidate for the Bankipur assembly by-election in Bihar. The party has expressed confidence in her for the second consecutive time. She was also given a ticket in the last assembly election. She received 46,363 votes and finished second. The RJD hopes that Rekha Gupta will benefit from last time's performance and present a stronger challenge than before. She belongs to the Teli caste of the Vaishya community. The Bankipur assembly seat is traditionally considered to be dominated by Kayastha, but there is a significant number of Vaishya voters. The RJD has bet on her. This time the Bankipur election is likely to be very interesting. According to political experts, the contest may be triangular. On the one hand, the BJP will try to save its stronghold, while on the other hand, the RJD is trying to strengthen its challenge. On the other hand, Jan Suraj has also made this seat a question of prestige. On the other hand, its founder Prashant Kishor of Jan Surpur has also entered the by-election and Prashant Kishor is now seen as a key candidate.

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Jul 6, 2026, 12:48 PM

TMC Spokesperson Praises BJP Government After Amit Shah's Visit to West Bengal

As soon as the BJP came to power, the tone of the leaders of many opposition parties has changed. On the one hand, the rebellion continues in the TMC, so recently suspended TMC spokesperson Riju Dutta has criticized the TMC and the Left and praised the new government of the current BJP. Riju while talking to the news agency ANI on the visit of Union Minister Amit Shah to Bengal. Riju said that the Home Minister is coming to West Bengal for the first time since the BJP government came to power. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee's 125th birth anniversary is a very important occasion for the people of Bengal. Riju said that Shyama Prasad Mukherjee did not get as much recognition as attempts were made to erase his name from the Left era to the TMC's tenure. Still the truth is that today Bengal's birth is due to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee. Otherwise, it would have been merged with Bangladesh. #WATCH Kolkata. On Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to West Bengal, spokesperson of TMC, Riju Dutta says, "This is the first time since the BJP government came to power."

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Kalinga TV

Jul 6, 2026, 12:46 PM

Paraguayan President Welcomes National Football Team Home After FIFA World Cup 2026 Exit

Asuncion : Paraguayan President Santiago Pena received the national football team at Silvio Pettirossi International Airport in Luque upon their return from the FIFA World Cup 2026, where their journey ended with a 1-0 loss to France in the Round of 16, hailing the team’s grit and courage. In a post on X, he shared photos from the welcome event, where members of the Paraguay national football team were received by him along with several others present at the ceremony. Pena thanked the players for their fighting spirit and prideful representation of the nation at the FIFA World Cup 2026. He praised their courage and determination throughout the tournament, saying the team had united and inspired the country despite their exit. “Welcome home, dear @Albirroja team. Thank you for showing the Guarani grit in every match and defending our flag with your soul. That courage and never giving up against any rival is what we are. Today we come to tell you thank you, with the affection of an entire people who thrilled during the World Cup accompanying you. Today we are back thanks to you, red-and-whites, with the tricolor among the best and the pride of having left it all on the field,” the Paraguayan president wrote. The Paraguayan national football team also shared several posts highlighting the welcome received by La Albirroja. In one of the posts, the team’s aircraft is seen being given a water salute on the runway. The caption of the post read, “Thank you for making us dream, guys!” Paraguay’s World Cup campaign came to an end at the Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia after France defeated them 1-0 in their Round of 16 clash. Kylian Mbappe converted a second-half penalty to send France into the quarter-finals, where Les Bleus will face Morocco. Despite the defeat, Paraguay impressed with a disciplined defensive display against one of the tournament favourites. Having already stunned Germany in the previous round, the South Americans frustrated France for long periods with their compact shape and relentless work rate. France dominated possession from the outset, controlling more than 80 per cent of the ball during the early stages, but Paraguay’s organised defence restricted Didier Deschamps’ side to limited opportunities. Julio Enciso spearheaded the pressing effort, while goalkeeper Orlando Gill remained largely untroubled in the opening half. The first 45 minutes produced no shots on target from either side, making it only the third FIFA World Cup knockout match since 1966 to reach half-time without a single effort on target. Tempers also flared midway through the half following a challenge on Mbappe by Andres Cubas, leading to a mass confrontation involving players from both teams. France finally found the breakthrough in the 66th minute after substitute Desire Doue won a penalty by weaving past three defenders before being fouled by Diego Gomez. Mbappe calmly converted from the spot despite Paraguay’s attempts to delay the restart. Paraguay continued to push until the final whistle and nearly forced a late breakthrough, while Gill denied Mbappe a second goal with an excellent double save in stoppage time. Although their memorable World Cup run ended in the Round of 16, Paraguay departed the tournament with widespread admiration. (ANI) Also Read : FIFA World Cup 2026: Best Night Of My England Career, Says Bellingham After Mexico Triumph

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:39 PM

West Bengal By-Elections: BJP Favored as TMC Faces Infighting

Political tempers are running high in the state over the by-elections to three Rajya Sabha seats from West Bengal. Given the current arithmetic of the Bengal assembly, the BJP appears to be in a strong position to win all three seats, while the infighting-ridden Trinamool Congress (TMC) is also finding it difficult to compete. The Election Commission has announced by-elections to these three Rajya Sabha seats on July 24. These seats fell vacant after the resignations of former TMC MPs Sukhendu Sekhar Roy, Sushmita Dev, and Prakash Chik Baraik. The three leaders resigned from both the Rajya Sabha membership and the Trinamool Congress last month. They had questioned the party leadership after the Trinamool's defeat in the assembly elections. Sukhendu Sekhar Roy and Prakash Chik Baraik's terms were till September 2029, while Sushmita Dev's term was till April 2030. At present, the number of TMC members in the Rajya Sabha is 9. The BJP has 208 MLAs in the 294-member West Bengal assembly. If the party fields three candidates and all its MLAs vote according to the rules, then the party can win three Rajya Sabha seats.

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Amar Ujala

Jul 6, 2026, 12:39 PM

High Court Dismisses Election Petition Against MLA Vinay Prakash Gond

Radha Charan had filed an election petition in the High Court against the election of Vinay Prakash Gond as MLA. He had alleged that the MLA belonged to the OBC category, while he contested from the safe seat of Ramkola by obtaining a Scheduled Caste certificate. The petitioner claimed that the certificate was fraudulently obtained and on this basis his election should be set aside. During the hearing, the MLA stated that his caste certificate was issued by the competent authority. No competent committee has cancelled it till date. The complaint regarding the validity of the certificate is pending before the District Level Scrutiny Committee, hence the certificate will be treated as valid till the committee gives its final decision. The High Court after hearing the parties said that the Election Tribunal does not have the authority to adjudicate on the validity or genuineness of the caste certificate of a candidate. This right is only with the competent caste verification committees constituted by the State Government. On the basis of these facts and legal provisions, the High Court dismissed the election as baseless.

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ABP News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 12:37 PM

Modi Arrives in Indonesia for Three-Nation Tour to Strengthen Regional Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia on Monday (July 6) on the first leg of his three-nation tour. The main purpose of his visit is to take forward India's'Act East'policy (strengthening ties with eastern countries), clear India's vision for the seas, and further strengthen India's promise to keep the Indo-Pacific region free, open and safe for all. Modi was received at the airport by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. PM Modi posted on X after his arrival in Jakarta, "In 2018, we took the relationship of the two countries to the level of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has greatly benefited our people. During this visit, President Prabowo Subianto and I will hold discussions with the aim of further accelerating this partnership in various fields. President Prabowo and I will also visit the Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta. This visit will also strengthen our cultural ties between our two countries and Jakarta. I am also looking forward to the opportunity to interact with the Indian community."

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Jul 6, 2026, 12:31 PM

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi Criticizes Lok Janshakti Party Chief Over Dalit Issues

Hindustani Awam Morcha convenor and Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi has been attacking Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) chief Chirag Paswan on Dalit issues. On Monday (July 06, 2026), during an event, he again targeted Chirag Paswan without naming him. On Monday, Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi was addressing the event at Vidyapati Bhawan in Patna. There was a state council meeting of the party (Hindustani Awam Morcha) today. He himself attended it. A large number of party workers and people from the Dalit community were present at the event. The Union minister attacked Chirag Paswan during his speech, saying that some people become pro-reservation and want to take the status of a martyr by cutting their nails. Manjhi said that the condition of Dalits is the same today. However, Jitan Ram Manjhi did not take Chirag Paswan's name in his statement. The Union minister lashed out at the BJP, saying, "I was caught lying in the name of an assembly seat. He did not speak about getting more Dalit seats in Parliament today."

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Amar Ujala

Jul 6, 2026, 12:16 PM

PM Modi's Aircraft to be Escorted by Fighter Jets During Australia and New Zealand Visits

This is not the first time that PM Modi's aircraft is being escorted before he enters a country's airspace. Sometimes, fighter jets of the host country's Air Force escort his aircraft. This is considered a symbol of special state honour and welcome. Recently (May 2026), during his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), when F-16 fighter jets of the UAE Air Force escorted the Prime Minister's aircraft. In Sweden, Gripen fighter jets similarly escorted the aircraft. The Prime Minister will be visiting Australia and New Zealand after Indonesia on a 6-day foreign tour under the Indo-Pacific Mission. This visit of Prime Minister Modi is considered important in terms of further strengthening bilateral relations between India and Indonesia. The two leaders are likely to discuss several important topics, including trade, investment, defence, maritime cooperation and regional issues. This visit of PM Modi is expected to strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Indonesia.

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Jul 6, 2026, 12:15 PM

Punjab Congress In-Charge Bhupesh Baghel Arrives in Chandigarh

Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel has reached Chandigarh. Former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi did not go to receive Baghel at the airport, while Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, Pratap Singh Bajwa arrived.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:14 PM

Trump's Alleged Intervention Leads to FIFA U-Turn on Folarin Balogun's Red Card

The controversy escalated because according to media reports, US President Donald Trump was directly behind this decision. Trump is said to have personally requested FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review Balogun's case, after which the whole matter was overturned. The United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the Round of 32 match. In the 64th minute of this match, Folarin Balogun made a studs tackle on defender Tarik Muharemovich, after which he was shown a straight red card. According to FIFA rules, a player has to automatically miss the next match if he receives a straight red card. That is, Balogun could not play in the Round of 16 match against Belgium. But suddenly FIFA's Disciplinary Committee changed the decision. The mandatory one-match ban was lifted and it was changed to a one-year probationary period. This means that Balogun will continue to play in the World Cup tournament and UEFA said in a statement on Monday that after the European football body decided against his red card.

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Jul 6, 2026, 12:14 PM

BJP President Nitin Naveen Visits Jammu, Hails Party's Success in Kashmir and Bengal

After becoming the national president of the BJP, he reached Jammu on a two-day visit. He first addressed the workers. From the stage, not only did Nitin Naveen recall his days in Jammu and Kashmir, but also surrounded the Congress government on Kashmir. The BJP national has said that the saffron flag is now flying in Bengal, where the Bharatiya Janata Party was considered an outsider. He said that it was only after the removal of Article 370 that Naveen got the real freedom of Jammu and Kashmir. He recalled Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and said that he always inspired us as a campaigner of our national volunteers from the Jana Sangh. He said, "Today I have got the opportunity to come to the land for which Syama Prasad Mookerjee sacrificed. I bow to this land." On the victory of the BJP in the recent Bengal assembly elections, Nitin Naveen said that the saffron of the BJP has also been hoisted there, people used to say that the Bharatiya Janata Party is a party from outside Kolkata, which was the birth place of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the founder of the BJP.

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Kalinga TV

Jul 6, 2026, 12:12 PM

Indian PM Modi Arrives in Indonesia for Three-Nation Visit, Discusses Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said he was touched by President Prabowo Subianto’s gesture of welcoming him at the Jakarta airport. Moreover, he said they will hold discussions aimed at adding even more momentum to this partnership across diverse sectors. The Prime Minister, who arrived in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation visit, said he and the Indonesian President, Prabowo, will also visit the Prambanan Temple complex at Yogyakarta. “Landed in Jakarta. I’m touched by President Prabowo Subianto’s gesture of welcoming me at the airport. In 2018, we elevated our relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has benefited our people,” he said in a post on X. “During this visit, President Prabowo Subianto and I will hold discussions aimed at adding even more momentum to this partnership across diverse sectors. Also, President Prabowo and I will visit the Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta. This will ensure closer cultural linkages between our nations. While in Indonesia, I also look forward to interacting with the Indian community,” he added. PM Modi was accorded a grand welcome on his arrival in Jakarta on Monday. Indonesian Air Force fighter jets escorted the PM’s aircraft upon entering Indonesian airspace, marking a ceremonial welcome. Upon his arrival in Jakarta, PM Modi also witnessed a traditional dance performance. During the three-nation visit, PM Modi will also visit Australia and New Zealand. In his departure statement before the July 6-11 visit, PM Modi noted that the high-level engagement would capitalise on the robust momentum in India’s relations with the three key partners. He said this would expand cooperation across strategic, economic, and people-centric sectors. “My visit to Indonesia and Australia in the Eastern and Southern Indian Ocean, respectively, followed by New Zealand, will further strengthen India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, as well as our outlook towards a free and open Indo-Pacific,” the Prime Minister said. The “MAHASAGAR” framework–which stands for Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions–represents India’s institutional blueprint for fostering security, stability and inclusive growth across the maritime domain. The Prime Minister is in Indonesia from July 6 to 8 at the invitation of President Prabowo Subianto. This high-profile engagement marks the Prime Minister’s fourth visit to the maritime neighbour. Importantly, it is the first bilateral visit since the relationship was formally elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in May 2018. Indonesia is India’s second-largest trading partner within the ASEAN region, with bilateral trade reaching USD 24.78 billion during the 2025-26 fiscal year. Currently, more than 130 Indian enterprises maintain active investments across diverse sectors of the Indonesian economy. Critical mineral cooperation is also set to take centre stage during the bilateral talks. Indonesia is a prominent player in the critical minerals sector. Specifically, it commands roughly 21 per cent of the world’s nickel reserves and ranks prominently among the top global producers of copper, bauxite, and tin. The Prime Minister’s visit is slated to structurally strengthen bilateral institutional mechanisms and trade channels in this vital domain. His three-day official visit is aimed at reviewing bilateral ties and deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations. Ahead of his arrival, members of the Indian diaspora expressed their expectations for PM Modi’s visit. They called for deeper cooperation across mining, energy, infrastructure and emerging technologies. (ANI) Also Read: PM Modi arrives in Indonesia and is received at the airport by the Indonesian President

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:12 PM

Punjab Politicians Unite Against Sudden Removal of Film 'Sutlej' from OTT Platform

Diljit Dosanjh's film'Sutlej'was suddenly removed in India just two days after its release on the OTT platform ZEE5. This has now caused an uproar in the politics of Punjab. All the major political parties and organizations of the state have condemned the removal of the film from OTT. Let us tell you that'Sutlej'is a film made on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra in Punjab. Khalra had exposed many cases of illegal killings and secret cremation of dead bodies by the police during the insurgency in Punjab. In such a situation, the leaders of the sudden disappearance of'Sutlej'from OTT say that it is a direct attack on the freedom of expression. According to them, an attempt is being made to suppress the historical truth through this. The leaders of all the major parties of Punjab are united in protesting against the sudden removal of the film. Senior Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira said that this is the proof that the Supreme Court of Punjab is also punishing the guilty police officers in the'Bhagwant Mann's government.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:08 PM

India-Bhutan Dispute Over E20 Petrol Supply Reaches International Level

The government says everything is fine. The newspaper says we have papers. Bhutan says we asked for normal petrol. And in the midst of this tussle, the debate on E20 petrol has now reached the neighboring country Bhutan, not only within India. The question is not only who gave the offer and who rejected it. The question is also that the E20 petrol, which is already being debated in the country, is now being questioned internationally. In fact, a new dispute has started between the Indian government and Bhutan's leading newspaper, The Bhutanese. The matter is about whether India's oil marketing companies (OMCs) ever offered to supply E20 petrol to Bhutan. The Indian government is calling it completely false, while the Bhutanese newspaper claims that it has a written response from the government department, which tells a different story. India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Sunday said that the E20 has been rejected by the Indian Oil Ministry.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 12:03 PM

Samajwadi Party Leader Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes BJP Over Ram Temple Donation Controversy

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav has launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Uttar Pradesh government over the Ram temple donation controversy.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 11:59 AM

Iran's Khamenei Funeral Draws Terrorist Groups, Signaling Ongoing 'Axis of Resistance'

The funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei should not be mistaken for a religious or state event. The ceremony in Tehran once again reminded West Asian politics that Iran's "Axis of Resistance" is far from over, despite recent wars, airstrikes, and military pressure. Iran has shown the world the power of Triple H at Khamenei's funeral. Triple H means Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis. After the Iran War and the Gaza War, the world began to realize that the power of Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis had collapsed. But the presence of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthi rebels at Khamenei's funeral remains the most discussed topic. State media report that Saturday's funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was attended by representatives of Tehran-backed terrorist and insurgent groups. The emissaries of Hezbollah and Hamas have also met with Abbas Abbas, the foreign minister of Yemen, and Hamza Filiz Hamdat of the Houthi uprising.

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Jul 6, 2026, 11:58 AM

BJP and Opposition Engage in Heated Exchange Over Ayodhya Temple Offerings Theft

The ruling BJP and the opposition continue to spar over the theft of offerings at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, SP chief Akhilesh Yadav's name is being linked to Ramashankar Yadav alias Tinnu, one of the arrested accused. He is now joined by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey. He also made a similar post. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav reacted sharply to this and warned of legal action if the post is not removed in 10 minutes. Akhilesh Yadav posted a long post on his X handle on Monday afternoon, in which he wrote, "Public-universal legal warning! As much as the privilege of the MP of the ruling party is, the same privilege is of the MP of the opposition. Respecting the dignity and social decency, civility and parliamentary tradition of Purushottam Prabhu Ram ji, we give 10 minutes to the BJP MP to delete this false tweet-post or else an immediate report will be filed against him." Akhilesh Yadav further wrote, "Keep this warning to everyone.

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Kalinga TV

Jul 6, 2026, 11:55 AM

Indian PM Narendra Modi Arrives in Indonesia for Three-Day Visit

Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived in Indonesia in the first leg of his three-nation tour. He was accorded a warm welcome. In a special gesture, PM Modi was received at the airport by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Fighter jets from the Indonesian Air Force accompanied the PM’s plane from the time it entered their airspace. PM Modi is on a three-day visit to Indonesia. He watched a cultural display after he arrived in Jakarta. India and Indonesia elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during PM Modi’s first visit to Indonesia in 2018. This is his first bilateral visit to Indonesia after the elevation of our bilateral ties and follows the state visit of President Prabowo, who was the chief guest at our Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025. In his departure statement, PM Modi said that India and Indonesia share strong civilizational and people-to-people ties and that his visit will further deepen all aspects of the multifaceted partnership. “During this visit, I will also interact with the Indian diaspora in Indonesia and visit the Prambanan Temple complex at Yogyakarta with President Prabowo, which is another remarkable testament to our close cultural ties,” he said. From Indonesia, PM Modi will travel to Australia. He will also visit New Zealand. India and Indonesia have shared two millennia of close cultural and commercial contacts. Since the adoption of India’s ‘Look East Policy’ in 1991, there has been a rapid development of bilateral relations in political, security, defence, commercial, and cultural fields. (ANI) Also Read: Pakistan’s financial crisis stalls key Rawalpindi projects, exposing development paralysis

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Jul 6, 2026, 11:45 AM

RJD Names Rekha Gupta Candidate for Bankipur Assembly Seat By-Election

Rekha Gupta will be the RJD candidate from Bankipur assembly seat. It was announced in a press conference by the party on Monday (July 06, 2026). Rekha Gupta was given a ticket by the RJD from Bankipur in the 2025 Bihar assembly election. Now that the by-election is being held on this seat again, the party has decided to give her a chance. RJD state president Mangani Lal Mandal held a press conference and named Rekha Gupta as the party's candidate. With her announcement, the Congress also claimed this seat. Party leaders associated with the party said that Bankipur is a traditional seat of the Congress. State president Mangani Lal Mandal said that we are in the Mahagathbandhan and Rekha Kumari is the candidate of the Mahagathbandhan. We are one and will remain one. All the party leaders involved in the Mahagathbandhan will be present in the election campaign. After becoming the candidate, Rekha Gupta said to the media that this time there is no challenge to Rekha Gupta.

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 11:39 AM

Delhi Government Converts Former CM's Residence into State Guest House and Cultural Center

The BJP government of Delhi has taken a big decision regarding the official residence of former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal at 6-Flagstaff Road in Civil Lines. The Delhi government will now develop this official residence as a state guest house and a state-of-the-art cultural center. Actually, the BJP government calls this residence of former Chief Minister of Delhi Kejriwal as Sheesh Mahal. Now the Delhi government will host VVIP guests in this residence. The government has prepared a complete plan for this. A permanent facility will be arranged for government guests here. A guest house with modern facilities will be prepared for the stay of government delegations, distinguished guests and high-level officials coming here from home and abroad. It will be developed as a state guest house and a state-of-the-art cultural center. Let us tell you that after resigning from the post of Chief Minister of Delhi in 2024, Arvind Kejriwal along with his family moved out of 6 Flagstaff Marg (Civil Lines) bungalow in October 2024. During the Delhi Assembly elections,'Sheesham'was a big issue. The BJP Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had allegedly spent crores of rupees on this'Sheesham '.

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Jul 6, 2026, 11:35 AM

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Laid to Rest in Divided Funeral Procession

The funeral procession of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began on Monday (July 6, 2026) morning from Imam Hussein Square in Tehran. The procession began with the playing of Iran's national anthem. Thousands of people started gathering in the streets since morning. Delegations from all over the world arrived in Iran to join Khamenei's funeral procession. However, Muslim countries were divided over attending his funeral. From Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to most of its ministers and army chief Asim Munir were present at the funeral of Iran's former supreme leader Khamenei. China sent its special envoy and Russia sent its senior representative. Turkey's own vice president arrived in Tehran for the event. Three Muslim countries, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Kuwait, did not send their representatives to Khamenei's funeral procession, after which the world's politics began to be divided.

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Amar Ujala

Jul 6, 2026, 11:35 AM

Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Internal Power Struggle over Ram Temple Donation Probe

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday launched a veiled attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that the probe into the alleged theft of Ram temple donations was handed over to a Special Investigation Team (SIT) instead of central agencies like the CBI, as there is an "internal power struggle" within the party.

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Amar Ujala

Jul 6, 2026, 11:35 AM

Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of 'Internal Power Struggle' Over Ram Temple Donation Probe

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NorthEast Now

Jul 6, 2026, 11:25 AM

Assam Legislative Assembly Session Opens with Protests over Power Supply Issues

The opening day of the Budget Session of the 16th Assam Legislative Assembly on Monday witnessed protests and a Congress walkout after Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass rejected an adjournment motion seeking an urgent discussion on the state’s power supply situation. The motion, moved by Leader of the Opposition Wazed Ali Choudhury , sought to suspend the day’s scheduled business to discuss what the Congress described as widespread power cuts, erratic electricity supply and inadequate transformer maintenance across the state. After the Speaker declined to admit the motion, Congress legislators staged a walkout in protest. Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly, Rupahihat MLA Nurul Huda alleged that the government had failed to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply despite repeated assurances. “The entire state is suffering in the sweltering heat while people continue to face prolonged load-shedding. The Assam government has failed to provide adequate electricity,” Huda said. He also criticised the rollout of smart meters , alleging that consumers were being charged despite inadequate power supply, and urged the government to address the issue immediately. Nowboicha MLA Joy Prakash Das said the Opposition had sought the adjournment motion to discuss the government’s claim of providing round-the-clock electricity. “We wanted a discussion on this issue in the Assembly, but the Speaker did not admit our motion,” Das said, alleging that many parts of the state continued to experience frequent power outages. Earlier, while moving the motion, Choudhury argued that the state’s electricity situation had assumed the proportions of a public emergency. He said prolonged outages and erratic supply were affecting consumers despite regular bill collection through smart meters. He also questioned the state’s dependence on purchased power, claiming Assam’s electricity demand had risen from around 2,880 MW to nearly 3,000 MW, while its own hydroelectric and thermal generation remained at about 450-500 MW. Choudhury further said irregular power supply was affecting students, particularly during examinations, because there was no fixed schedule for power outages or restoration. The Speaker’s decision to reject the adjournment motion prompted the Opposition to accuse the government of avoiding a discussion on the issue in the Assembly.

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Jul 6, 2026, 11:18 AM

BJP's Manan Mishra Tells Prashant Kishor to 'Save His Deposit' in Bankipur By-Election

There has been a reaction from the BJP on the fielding of Prashant Kishor, the mastermind of the Jan Suraj Party, in the Bankipur by-election. BJP MP Manan Mishra surrounded Prashant Kishor, referring to the results of last year's assembly elections. He said that he should save his deposit. BJP MP Manan Mishra told the media in Patna, "Prashant Kishor also contested the general assembly elections, he also fielded more than 200 candidates. So the result is there. The result is also known to him, the whole of Bihar knows, so there is nothing new in it. He should save his deposit. This will be a very big thing." Patna, Bihar: On Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor's announcement to contest the Bankipur by-election, BJP MP Manan Mishra says, "Prashant Kishor contested the last assembly elections and also fielded more than 200 candidates. The results are there for everyone to see. He knows. < 1 > BJP national president-elect Nitin Patel resigned from the Rajya Sabha after the Bihar assembly by-election.

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The Moscow Times

Jul 6, 2026, 11:16 AM

BRS Urges EC to Extend SIR Schedule in Telangana by a Month

Raising concerns regarding the controversial Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana, including the deletion of voters over minor spelling mistakes and non-availability of the 2002 electoral roll, the BRS on Monday urged the Election Commission to extend the present schedule of the exercise by a month. In a representation submitted to the state's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) C Sudharshan Reddy, the BRS said the present time schedule is not sufficient to resolve several issues and to complete the SIR process effectively. The party asked the EC to extend the schedule by one month to ensure all genuine voters have a fair opportunity and the process is completed transparently and without errors. Former BRS MP B Vinod Kumar, who led the party delegation, said the CEO assured that the request to extend the schedule by a month to the EC. The house-to-house enumeration of voters for the SIR of electoral rolls commenced in Telangana on June 25, and the exercise would continue till July 24. BRS said one of the main concerns regarding ongoing SIR is the non-availability of the 2002 electoral roll, which has been taken as the reference document for verification during the ongoing SIR. The 2002 electoral roll has not been supplied to the political parties, and the parties have been advised to obtain the same from the official website, which remains inaccessible or non-functional on several occasions, the party said.

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The Moscow Times

Jul 6, 2026, 11:13 AM

Armenian PM Pashinyan Visits Russia Amid Tensions Over Trade Restrictions and Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in Russia on Monday for his first visit to the country since winning re-election last month. Pashinyan was in the city of Yekaterinburg to participate in the plenary session of the annual Innoprom industrial exhibition, his press service said . He is also scheduled to meet with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, it added. A video shared on Pashinyan’s official Telegram channel showed Yekaterinburg Mayor Alexei Orlov greeting him at the local airport with a traditional Russian bread-and-salt welcome. In June, Russia accused Western countries of interfering in Armenia’s elections after Pashinyan’s ruling party won a parliamentary majority. Before and after the vote, Russia imposed sweeping import bans on Armenian produce, beverages and other goods over alleged health and safety violations. Armenia’s central bank estimates that the Russian import bans, widely seen as a pressure campaign over Yerevan’s pursuit of closer ties with the European Union, impact roughly 2% of the South Caucasus country’s gross domestic product. The EU, which welcomed the results of Armenia’s parliamentary elections, has pledged economic support to Yerevan and vowed to remove tariffs from nearly 80% of Armenian imports in response to Russia’s restrictions. Friction between traditional allies Russia and Armenia has grown since Azerbaijan regained control of the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023. Armenia accused Russia and its peacekeeping forces of failing to deter Baku’s military offensive and, in 2024, froze its participation in a Moscow-led regional security bloc. Pashinyan has since skipped a number of summits and events hosted or attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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DNA Hindi

Jul 6, 2026, 11:12 AM

Pakistan's Government Threatens Action Over Indus Waters Treaty Dispute

Once again, Pakistan is nervous about the Indus Waters Treaty. It raises the issue at every forum and makes India nervous. From Pakistan People's Party (PPP) chief Bilawal Bhutto Zardari to Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Pakistan's Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik have expressed their frustration and issued threats to India. Musadik Malik said that if Pakistan's share of water is stopped, we will cut off those hands. Before him Bilawal Bhutto Zardari had threatened nuclear war. Pakistan's government may be talking about war, but many Pakistanis believe that their government should try to resolve the issue by talking to India directly. Many have even said that instead of giving threats, the government is doing something. He said that Musadik Malik gave a press conference and said that if Pakistan's government is threatened to open 6 thousand lives due to the blocking of water by India, is it doing something about this?

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Aaj Tak

Jul 6, 2026, 11:01 AM

Election Commission Orders Name Change for Kavitha's Party Over TRS Acronym Concerns

Former BRS leader K. Kavitha has suffered a major setback over the name of her newly formed political party. The Election Commission has directed her to change the name of her party'Telangana Rakshana Sena '. The Commission has said that the current name and its acronym'TRS'are similar to the already used name. This may create confusion among the voters. In fact, K Kavitha had named her new party'Telangana Rakshana Sena ', which is an acronym for TRS. The same acronym was earlier for'Telangana Rashtra Samithi '. The name of this party was later changed to'Bharat Rashtra Samithi'( BRS). However, the acronym of the old name TRS remained the party's identity for a long time. This led to a dispute over the name of the party. BRS chief K. Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR) and senior leader K. T Rama Rao (KTR) had raised objections to her before the Election Commission. Kavitha said that the new name could influence the electoral process.

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ABP News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:58 AM

Russia Launches Missile Strikes on Kiev, Killing At Least 11 People

The fires of war between Russia and Ukraine are raging again. In the early hours of Monday (July 6) morning, Russia launched missile and drone strikes on Kiev, killing at least 11 people and wounding 60. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, air defense forces shot down 519 Ukrainian drones overnight. The attack came hours after Ukraine's president warned of a possible large-scale attack. Russia struck the capital earlier on Thursday (June 25), killing 31. It was the deadliest attack in the capital this year. Russia's Defense Ministry said the bombing was in retaliation for Ukraine's recent long-range attacks, which have caused severe fuel shortages and increased pressure on President Vladimir Putin. News agency AP quoted local officials as saying that the attack targeted two residential buildings. There are reports of 60 people wounded. The rubble is being searched for emergency personnel. The president is also due to attend a NATO summit in Turkey, where he is due to attend a NATO summit.

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Jul 6, 2026, 10:57 AM

China's President Xi Jinping Prepares to Dismiss Top PLA Generals in Major Military Shake-Up

Chinese President Xi Jinping is reportedly preparing to dismiss the top six generals of the People's Liberation Army (PLA).The purge includes key commanders of cyberspace and logistics forces, as well as the general responsible for equipment procurement.This comes after Air Force General Xu Xueqiang is to be sacked from his dual role as Director of Equipment Development Department and head of the Manned Space Programme.

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Free Press Journal

Jul 6, 2026, 10:48 AM

Meta Faces Scrutiny Over Child Sexual Abuse Material Advertisements on Instagram

Meta said it maintains a zero tolerance policy towards the solicitation or sharing of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), including through advertisements, asserting that it uses advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology to proactively detect and remove violating content while continuously strengthening its safeguards against offenders. In a statement, a Meta spokesperson said the company is in a constant battle with criminals who attempt to evade its detection systems by hiding among its 3.5 billion users. "Meta has a zero tolerance policy for soliciting or sharing CSAM, including in ads. We use advanced AI technology to proactively detect violating content and individuals, but we are in a constant battle with criminals who hide among our 3.5 billion users and try to evade our detection," the spokesperson said. The spokesperson added that Meta's expert teams are continually improving the company's defences, developing new technologies to identify predators, blocking links to websites hosting abusive content, and sharing intelligence with other technology companies to help them take action. The statement comes after reports that Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw directed the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to summon Meta officials over advertisements allegedly promoting child sexual abuse that appeared on Instagram. According to sources, the ministry is expected to seek an explanation from the US-based technology company on how such advertisements appeared on Instagram and what safeguards are in place to prevent the circulation of such content. Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, is also likely to be asked to explain its advertisement review processes, content moderation systems and the measures it has adopted to detect, remove and prevent child sexual abuse-related content on its platforms. The ministry is expected to seek details on the company's enforcement mechanisms and the steps being taken to further strengthen protections against illegal and harmful content, sources had said. The development comes days after the government asked WhatsApp to defer the rollout of its username feature in India pending consultations. In response, the messaging platform clarified that usernames will be optional and said multiple safeguards have been built into the feature to prevent impersonation, scams and unwanted contact before its wider rollout later this year.

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The Moscow Times

Jul 6, 2026, 10:47 AM

Rape and Murder of 11-Year-Old Girl Sparks Political Storm in West Bengal

The alleged rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in Baruipur, in West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district, which came to light on Sunday morning, has sparked a political storm in the state. The girl's body was found stuffed inside a sack in the Surjyapur Haat area, triggering protests by local residents on Sunday. Demonstrators blocked the Baruipur–Jaynagar Road, burnt tyres and vandalised several police vehicles while demanding the immediate arrest of those responsible. A 26-year-old suspect was allegedly lynched by an enraged mob demanding justice for the victim's family. Meanwhile, authorities imposed prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) in the Baruipur, Narendrapur and Sonarpur areas of South 24 Parganas to maintain law and order. Baruipur remained tense on Monday, a day after locals held a protest demanding the arrest of the accused. Police said the prime accused in the case, Ananda Sardar, was arrested on Monday following an overnight search operation. Earlier, two suspects had been arrested and three others detained for questioning. According to police, the names of the key accused emerged during the interrogation of the two suspects arrested on Sunday. Chief minister Suvendu Adhikari spoke to the girl’s father and assured him of strict action. The CM would reportedly meet him on July 7. According to reports, CCTV footage showing a man wearing a blue cap accompanying the missing girl helped residents identify a suspect, whose alleged disclosure led to the recovery of the victim's body. The state government has constituted a six-member Special Investigation Team (SIT), headed by Additional Superintendent of Police Pinaki Dutta, to investigate the case.

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Newsbytes✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:43 AM

Australian PM Apologizes for Inappropriate Comments About Pop Star Kylie Minogue

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has apologized for his inappropriate comments about pop star Kylie Minogue on a recent podcast.The controversy erupted after Albanese participated in a game of "shag, marry, date" during his appearance on the Bush Deep podcast with comedian Nikki Osborne.In response to the question, he chose Minogue as his pick for all three categories.

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ABP News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:39 AM

RJD Considers Nominating Rekha Kumari for Bankipur By-Election

In the by-election to the Bankipur seat, all eyes are on who will be the candidate from the opposition this time. The BJP has also not announced the candidate. Meanwhile, there is a discussion that the party can make Rekha Kumari aka Rekha Gupta the candidate from the RJD again. If this happens, then Rekha Gupta will be the second time when she will fight from the RJD from Bankipur. In 2025 also the party gave her a chance and at that time Nitin Naveen from the BJP was in the field. Rekha Gupta got about 46 thousand votes. It is believed that if Rekha Gupta is nominated from the RJD, then definitely the contest can be interesting. In 2025, Rekha Gupta may not have won but has been the second. Rekha Kumari Gupta comes from the Teli caste of the Vaishya community. Bankipur is a Kayastha-dominated seat. Vaishya's number is also good. If you look at the results of the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, Nitin Naveen from the BJP got 98,236 votes. Nitin received 46,399 votes, while Rekha Gupta from the Navin Kishor Party got 46,717 votes.

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Dainik Jagran

Jul 6, 2026, 10:34 AM

Xi Jinping Consolidates Power Over China's Military

The Chinese military is undergoing major changes these days. After four years of major military retrenchments, President Xi Jinping has now begun the process of filling top commanders. In this line, he has appointed two of his closest loyalists, Zhang Shuguang and Wang Gang, as generals. Jinping has indicated that he wants to make the top military command his own. The decision is being seen as big because the Central Military Commission (CMC), China's most powerful military body, is almost vacant. The seven-member top command center is now effectively left with only Jinping and Vice Chairman Zhang Shengmin. The rest of the seats are vacant after dismissals, investigations and disappearances. According to the think tank CSIS, there are about 176 key positions in the top leadership of China's military PLA. These include 7 in the CMC, 25 at the theatre command level, and 145 at the theatre command level. According to the report, by 2022, the political control of the PLA will be as strong as the President thinks.

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DD News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:31 AM

Indian PM Narendra Modi to Visit Indonesia for Three-Day Official Trip

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Indonesia on Monday for a three-day official visit aimed at reviewing bilateral relations and further strengthening the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit, scheduled from July 6 to 8, will be Prime Minister Modi’s first bilateral visit to Indonesia since the two countries elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during his visit to Jakarta in May 2018. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India and Indonesia share more than two millennia of cultural and commercial links, with historical exchanges spanning religion, trade and maritime connectivity. These ancient ties set the stage for modern diplomacy, highlighted in 1950 when Indonesia’s first president, Sukarno, attended India’s very first Republic Day as the chief guest. The two countries also went on to play a significant role in shaping the post-colonial global order through the Bandung Conference of 1955 and later the Non-Aligned Movement. The ministry said bilateral relations have expanded significantly since India’s Look East Policy was launched in 1991 and further accelerated under the Act East Policy announced in 2014. India and Indonesia commemorated 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2024. A major milestone in the relationship came during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Jakarta in 2018, when both countries established a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and adopted a Shared Vision on Maritime Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, laying the foundation for enhanced cooperation across defence, maritime security, trade and connectivity. According to the MEA, high-level political engagement has continued to provide momentum to bilateral ties. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto paid a State Visit to India from January 23 to 26, 2025, during which he attended the 76th Republic Day celebrations as the Chief Guest. The visit coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. Continuing this tradition, a 352-member marching contingent of the Indonesian Armed Forces participated in the 2026 Republic Day Parade. The two countries have maintained regular high-level exchanges over the past two years. Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita attended the inauguration ceremony of Indonesian President Prabowo as the Prime Minister’s Special Envoy in October 2024, while an All-Party Parliamentary Delegation led by MP Sanjay Kumar Jha visited Jakarta in May 2025 as part of India’s diplomatic outreach under Operation Sindoor. According to the ministry, several senior Indonesian leaders have also visited India in recent years. These include former Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai, Culture Minister Fadli Zon, Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, Vice Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria, and Foreign Minister Sugiono, reflecting the growing depth of bilateral engagement across diverse sectors. The MEA said both countries have established a robust institutional framework to guide cooperation. The 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting, co-chaired by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, was held in New Delhi on June 7, 2026. Other key mechanisms include the Foreign Office Consultations, India-Indonesia Security Dialogue, Defence Ministers’ Dialogue and the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee. In addition, both sides engage through several sector-specific platforms, including the Biennial Trade Ministers’ Forum, Energy Forum, CEOs Forum, India-Indonesia Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industry Forum, Infrastructure Forum and the Working Group on Trade and Investment. The ministry added that cooperation also extends to counter-terrorism, narcotics control, science and technology, outer space, oil and gas, renewable energy, agriculture, civil aviation, coal, Andaman-Aceh connectivity, policy planning, consular affairs, interfaith dialogue and Track 1.5 dialogue.

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ABP News✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:30 AM

Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board Reconstituted with Two Hindu Members for First Time

Political rhetoric has intensified over the reconstitution of the Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board. Board president Sanwar Patel and minister Vishwas Sarang have welcomed the decision to include two Hindu members in the board for the first time. Both leaders say that this decision has been taken for the purpose of better management, transparency and protection of Waqf properties. Madhya Pradesh Waqf Board president Sanwar Patel has said that the reconstitution of the board is an important and positive step. He said that this time along with two Hindu members, two women have also been included in the board. He says that some people are questioning what is the work of Hindu members in the Waqf Board and talking about Muslim members in temples or gurudwara committees. On this, he said that the Waqf Board and mosques are separate entities. Waqf Board is an administrative and management body where honest and competent people are needed. He said that the board has been reconstituted so that there is no corruption in Waqf properties and illegal encroachments of Waqf land. Sarang also called the two Waqf Board members as a commendable step.

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Newsbytes✓

Jul 6, 2026, 10:28 AM

FiSahara Calls for Boycott of Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey Over Alleged Political Endorsement

The upcoming epic film, The Odyssey , directed by Christopher Nolan , is facing a boycott call from the Western Sahara International Film Festival (FiSahara).The festival has accused the production of politically endorsing Morocco 's control over the disputed territory of Western Sahara.They argue that filming in this area violates international law and ignores the rights of the Sahrawi people.

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Jul 6, 2026, 10:23 AM

US-Iran Talks to be Held in Pakistan, Focusing on Sanctions and Nuclear Programs

Pakistan will host the next round of talks between the United States and Iran , diplomatic sources told CNN-News18 .The discussions, the sources said, will mainly focus on sanctions and Iran's nuclear program.The venue for these talks will be Islamabad .This development comes after recent positive meetings between Iranian and American officials in Doha last week.

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Jul 6, 2026, 10:19 AM

Labour Minister Targets BRS Leaders Over Substandard Food at Minority Residential School

Labour and Mines Minister G Vivek Venkatswamy directed the Circle Inspector to take action against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leaders who entered a government minority residential school in Chennur and photographed conditions inside, even as no action was reported against staff responsible for serving students substandard food. The incident came to light after BRS cadres, led by former Zilla Parishad vice chairperson Mula Raji Reddy, inspected the school on Saturday, July 6, following reports that students were being served rice with chilli powder in place of curries. Raji Reddy criticised the minister for neglecting the students and said the state government had weakened the residential education system, affecting thousands of students across such institutions. According to local reports, students at the school had gone without adequate meals for several days, with some resorting to eating rice with chilli powder due to insufficient food being cooked at the hostel. The minister directed the Circle Inspector to act against the BRS leaders who visited the hostel and took photographs, rather than against the staff responsible for the food served to students. The Congress government has repeatedly cited a 40 per cent hike in diet allocation for welfare residential schools and hostels as evidence of its focus on food quality, with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy blaming the previous BRS government for neglecting diet charges for years. The Chennur incident, however, points to continuing gaps between the stated policy focus and the food actually reaching students on the ground. The school falls under the Chennur assembly constituency represented by Venkatswamy, who also holds the labour, employment, mines and geology portfolios in the state cabinet.

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Dainik Jagran

Jul 6, 2026, 10:13 AM

Delhi Municipal Corporation Issues Notification for Ward Committee Elections

Notification for elections to 12 ward committees of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been issued. Nominations will be filed by July 10, while polling will be held on July 15. These elections will not only decide the power of the zones, but will also pave the way for the formation of the MCD's most powerful standing committee. That is why the BJP and the Aam Aadmi Party have stepped up political preparations at their respective levels. Of the 12 zones in the capital, the BJP controls 8 and the AAP 4. The BJP is aiming to retain all its zones this time and also win Rohini and West zones.

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