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Jun 13, 2026, 02:54 PM
North Korea Denounces EU-South Korea Statement Condemning Military Ties with Russia

North Korea Denounces EU-South Korea Statement Condemning Military Ties with Russia

North Korea denounced on Saturday a joint statement by South Korea and the European Union that condemned Pyongyang's military ties with Russia throughout the war in Ukraine. The statement, adopted on Wednesday during South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's visit to Brussels, decried the “illegal military cooperation” between Pyongyang and Moscow. “We condemn support by third parties, in particular the DPRK, which enables Russia to sustain its war of aggression against Ukraine,” the statement said. North Korea's foreign ministry said in response that cooperation with Russia was an “exercise of sovereign rights,” and the joint statement a “clear infringement on the sovereignty of our state and a grave hostile act.” The ministry's statement, carried by the official Korean Central News Agency, reiterated that South Korea was the North's primary “enemy state.” It went on to describe Seoul as Washington's “favorite dagger” in its alleged aim of "invading... the Asian continent.” This was an apparent reference to remarks by the top American military official in South Korea, General Xavier Brunson, who compared his host nation last month to “the dagger in the heart of Asia.” Both North Korea and its ally China have previously denounced Brunson's remarks, saying they reflected Washington's strategy to contain Beijing. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has boosted an alliance with Russia's Vladimir Putin by sending troops and munitions to aid Moscow's war.
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Jun 13, 2026, 02:16 PM
Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name from Facade After Court Ruling

Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name from Facade After Court Ruling

Workers began removing President Donald Trump ’s name from the facade of the Kennedy Center on Saturday. The work started hours after a court-imposed deadline required the Kennedy Center to remove references to Trump from the building and various parts of its operations, reported The Associated Press. Crews erected scaffolding around the section carrying Trump’s name on Friday. However, severe thunderstorms that swept through the Washington area delayed the process and prompted the center to seek additional time from the court. Shortly after midnight, Kennedy Center officials asked a judge to extend the deadline until noon Saturday. In court filings, the institution said removal efforts had already begun and would finish in the early morning hours. Workers later covered the scaffolding with tarps before starting the removal work. By around 3.30 am, crews left the site, although the tarps remained in place, making it difficult to confirm whether every letter had been taken down, reported AP. The dispute started from actions taken after Trump returned to office for a second term. Within weeks of his inauguration, he removed the Kennedy Center’s previous leadership and installed a new board of trustees. The board later named him chairman, and Trump’s name appeared on the building soon afterward, reported AP. Opponents challenged the move in court, saying that the administration lacked the authority to alter the identity of an institution established by Congress. US district judge Christopher Cooper agreed with that argument. In his ruling, Cooper said only Congress has the power to change the name of the Kennedy Center. As a result, he ordered the removal of Trump’s name from the building and from official operations linked to the institution, reported AP. The ruling reinforced the legal status of the venue as the John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Kennedy Center sought to delay compliance and appealed parts of the ruling. A judge rejected a request Friday afternoon to pause the deadline, and an appeals court later declined to intervene. The court ruling reached beyond the naming dispute. Judge Cooper also blocked plans to close the Kennedy Center for major renovations that were scheduled to begin in July and continue for two years, reported AP. Kennedy Center leaders said that the renovation project addressed serious structural concerns. In court filings, they said parts of the building required urgent repairs and warned of risks involving rusted beams and sections of the parking garage ceiling. The institution said that delaying the work could create safety concerns for visitors and staff. Despite its legal objections, the Kennedy Center has already taken several steps to comply with the court’s decision. A June 4 memo from the Office of General Counsel instructed staff to use only “The John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts” or “Kennedy Center” in official communications, reported AP. The institution also removed Trump’s name from its website. Communications sent to members have reverted to using the Kennedy Center name without reference to Trump. Promotional materials for upcoming events, including the June 28 Mark Twain Award for American Humor ceremony, no longer carry Trump’s name, reported AP.
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Jun 13, 2026, 02:14 PM
Congress and YSRCP Explore Merger in Andhra Pradesh Amid Speculation

Congress and YSRCP Explore Merger in Andhra Pradesh Amid Speculation

Speculations are also rife about a'ghar wapsi'of two other political parties as well. The merger is also being discussed about former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and his party Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) and the Sharad Pawar-led NCP. The Statesman report quotes sources as saying that informal talks and behind-the-scenes contacts are taking place between the Congress leadership and the YSRCP. This has fuelled speculation of a possible political understanding or'ghar wapsi'in the old party. However, no party has confirmed any such initiative yet. YS Sharmila currently heads the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC). Sharmila is Gun Mohan Reddy's sister and had merged her political party with the Congress. Sharmila and Jagan are not on good terms, so the merger of the Congress and the YSRCP in Andhra Pradesh is not an easy one to explain.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:46 PM
Shiv Sena Leader Urges Congress Regrouping to Challenge BJP

Shiv Sena Leader Urges Congress Regrouping to Challenge BJP

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday urged the breakaway parties of the Congress to regroup and said that the Congress needs to be strengthened to fight the BJP. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis had recently remarked that "Congress is a sinking ship." Dismissing this, Sanjay Raut said that the Congress party still remains an important political force. Sanjay Raut told reporters, "Even today Prime Minister Narendra Modi is afraid of the Congress. Congress has never been a sinking ship." Calling for opposition unity, the Rajya Sabha MP appealed to NCP president Sharad Pawar to lead efforts to bring old allies and leaders of the Congress on one platform. Raut said, "If we really want to fight against the perverted politics of the BJP, then everyone has to be united. The Congress party should be strong." Sanjay Raut further said, "All the leaders who have left the Congress should come together.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:40 PM
US and Iran Reach Peace Deal Framework After Three Months of War

US and Iran Reach Peace Deal Framework After Three Months of War

The United States and Iran have agreed on a framework for a peace deal after ​more than three months of war and are expected to sign the initial deal in the next 24 hours, Pakistani ‌Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday. Sharif, whose country has been mediating in the war, said Pakistan was preparing for an electronic signing that would be followed by technical-level talks next week. The U.S. and Iran had signalled on Friday that an agreement to end their war was close, with a senior U.S. administration official saying both ​sides had agreed on a text and that Washington expected to sign an initial deal in coming days. “We are closer to ​a peace deal than ever before. With finalisation likely expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for ⁠the electronic signing of the peace deal immediately after, followed by technical level talks next week,” Sharif wrote on X.“We are confident that ​this historic peace deal will form a strong foundation for lasting peace. The war began with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran on February 28. Iran ​then fired on U.S. military targets in the Gulf and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon fired at Israel, triggering a renewal of conflict between Israel and the Iran-aligned group. The war has killed thousands of people, mostly in Iran and Lebanon, and sent global energy prices sharply higher. WHAT IS IN THE DEAL? Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on ​Friday that while changes in the deal were still possible, the tentative agreement showed his country had emerged stronger from the conflict. “Iran is ​the winner of the war with the U.S.,” he said on state television on Friday.Hours after those remarks, U.S. forces shot down multiple Iranian one-way attack drones ‌heading toward ⁠the Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters. The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the drones had posed a threat to commercial traffic. U.S. Central Command later confirmed the action and said the waterway was open. The proposed memorandum of understanding calls for reopening the strait and lifting the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports, sources on all sides of the talks said. Negotiations over Iran’s nuclear ​program – U.S. President Donald Trump’s stated ​rationale for starting the war – ⁠would take place afterwards. A U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told reporters on Friday that the deal met Trump’s core objectives and put negotiations “in a very, very good place”. Iran’s nuclear program would be addressed during a 60-day period of talks. The U.S. official said the agreement would ultimately lead to the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear program, with its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to be destroyed and removed. But Araqchi said that Iran, ⁠which sources ​said has not accepted the dismantling of its nuclear program, wanted to retain the uranium ​in diluted form. The proposals also include discussion of possible war reparations for Tehran and dropping longstanding U.S. demands for limits on Iran’s missile program, the sources said. The U.S. ​official disputed that account. -Reuters
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:39 PM
Shiv Sena Leader Urges Congress Reunification to Counter BJP's Politics

Shiv Sena Leader Urges Congress Reunification to Counter BJP's Politics

Shiv Sena Uddhav Thackeray faction leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday said that the Congress is not a sinking ship and leaders who left the Congress in the past should come together again and strengthen the party. Sanjay Raut appealed to Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar to take the initiative in this direction, saying that everyone has to come together to counter the "perverted politics" of the BJP. Sanjay Raut's remarks came a day after Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis described the Congress as a sinking ship and said that no sane person would board it (Congress). Speaking to reporters here, Raut said, "If we really want to fight against the perverted politics of the BJP, everyone has to unite. The Congress party should become strong. All leaders who left the Congress should come together first. If senior leader Sharad Pawar takes the initiative, it is possible. We are a regional party and we will stand with you." Earlier this week, too, Raut said that the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), which were once part of the Congress, should come together again.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:35 PM
Rajasthan CM Praises Modi Government's Development Achievements

Rajasthan CM Praises Modi Government's Development Achievements

On the completion of 12 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government at the Center, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Saturday (June 13) gave information about the development work being done in the state and the achievements of the government. The CM said that under the leadership of the Modi government, the country has achieved historic achievements in the field of development, good governance and poor welfare, while Rajasthan is also establishing new dimensions of rapid progress. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said in a media interaction program held in Jaipur, "The schemes of the central government in the last 12 years have worked to bring a big change in the lives of the poor, farmers, women and youth." He described schemes like Digital India, Ayushman Bharat, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and Ujjwala Yojana as a big means of improving the living standards of the common people. The Chief Minister referred to the economic progress of Rajasthan and said that the per capita income of the state has increased significantly. He claimed that the per capita income of around 69 thousand rupees has now reached 2 lakh 5 thousand.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:32 PM
TMC Crisis Deepens: Senior Leader Joins Rebel Camp, Demands Recognition

TMC Crisis Deepens: Senior Leader Joins Rebel Camp, Demands Recognition

A major political crisis is brewing within the TMC in West Bengal politics. The political storm has intensified after senior party leader and MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay joined the rebel camp and met Union Minister Bhupender Yadav in Delhi. According to sources, TMC MP Satabdi Roy was also present in Delhi during this time and she also met Bhupender Yadav at his residence. The whole development comes at a time when discontent within the party is coming out in the open. MP Jagdish Chandra Barma Basunia of the rebel faction has claimed that he has submitted a memorandum to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and on Monday he will formally demand recognition of his breakaway faction. He said, "We have submitted the letter. On Monday, we will meet the Lok Sabha Speaker to stake claim to form our real TMC parliamentary party and demand recognition." According to the rebel camp, 19 MPs have signed this proposal and 20 MPs have reached Delhi to discuss the strategy ahead. As many as 13 MPs have lost in the Lok Sabha elections and 28 MPs have lost at the organisational level in the party.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:28 PM
Rajasthan Government Accused of Limited Action in Fake Seed Case

Rajasthan Government Accused of Limited Action in Fake Seed Case

Bangra alleged that the government's action in the fake seed case has been limited to show and feed. He claimed that a massive checking drive was carried out across the state since February 20. The government claimed to have inspected 11,938 places and raided about 12,000 establishments, but only 765 of these establishments were found to be in disorder and were issued show-cause notices. He said that no concrete action was taken in the remaining 11,173 cases, i.e., about 93.5% of the cases, raising questions about the seriousness of the entire campaign. AdvertisementRajasthan: SOG's clampdown on Banswara MLA Jaykrishna Patel in fake degree case, political storm over revelations Congress district president said that in the second phase, answers were sought from 765 establishments, but only 46 licenses were cancelled and 169 licenses were suspended. While 550 cases were closed without any effective action, he alleges that the action on the government's intention was only a formality.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:27 PM
MP Housing Board Chairman Om Jain Defends Commercialization of Land

MP Housing Board Chairman Om Jain Defends Commercialization of Land

MP Housing Board Chairman Om Jain himself entered the fray. He said, Wrong is wrong, but when the T & CP has commercialized the land along the 12, 18, 24 meter roads, then why should people not do business? The government brought rules from the cabinet. We will legalize it by taking lease rent and commercial tax. I will put this matter directly in front of CM Dr. Mohan Yadav. Advertisement Om Jain announced that a mega camp of the Housing Board will be held in Ujjain on June 15. He will hear the complaint there, he will settle it. If the new rule is needed, then its file will also be there. Notice has been given to 250 advertisements. Only 36 people are on the radar in 12 colonies of Ujjain. Notice has been given 3 times, then direct lease has been cancelled. Order has come from Bhopal headquarters. Officers are conducting house-to-house survey. The house, school, park and shop space was fixed in the map near T & CP while cutting the colony. Now people have read the entire house.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:22 PM
Pakistan's Prime Minister Claims US-Iran Peace Deal is 'Closer Than Ever'

Pakistan's Prime Minister Claims US-Iran Peace Deal is 'Closer Than Ever'

Islamabad: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday claimed that the peace deal between the US and Iran is “closer than ever”. He stated that a deal is expected to be finalised “in the next 24 hours.” Sharif said that finalisation is likely in the next 24 hours. Furthermore, technical level talks will follow. In a post on X, he said, “We are closer to a peace deal than ever before. With finalisation likely expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the peace deal immediately after. Then, technical-level talks will follow next week. We would like to thank the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran for their ongoing commitment during the negotiations. In addition, we extend our sincere appreciation to our brothers in the region for their support. Furthermore, we are confident that this historic peace deal will form a strong foundation for lasting peace.” Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar had also spoken to Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis earlier. Cassis had expressed hope over the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. The Pakistani Foreign Ministry said in a post on X, “DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke today with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis. Welcoming the encouraging progress towards an understanding between the United States and Iran, they expressed hope that ongoing efforts would soon contribute to peace and stability in the region. Both sides agreed to remain in close contact.” Meanwhile, a senior Trump administration official on Friday (local time) said Iran has committed to never develop or procure nuclear weapons under a proposed agreement. Additionally, sanctions relief would be tied to strict verification and inspections. Speaking about the negotiations, the official said the agreement enjoys support from regional partners, including Israel and Gulf countries. “We feel quite confident that all of our allies- the Israelis and the Gulf coalition- will get on board. Obviously, that doesn’t mean they give up the right to self-defence. If Iranians don’t honor their end of the obligation, I wouldn’t expect the Israelis not to respond.” (ANI) Also Read: Pakistan: Doctors threaten province-wide shutdown as KP government faces pressure over pay dispute
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:22 PM
China Protests US Pentagon List of Chinese Companies Helping Military

China Protests US Pentagon List of Chinese Companies Helping Military

China's commerce ministry said on Saturday that it was "deeply offended" by the US move to include several large Chinese companies on a Pentagon list of firms that are helping China's military. The foreign ministry also expressed concern over a long-awaited update by the US Defense Department to its list on Monday. The list includes e-commerce giant Alibaba, Internet search provider Baidu, and large technology companies such as car makers BYD and NIO. It later includes the world's largest solar panel makers Trina Solar and JA Solar Technology. The list includes several major Chinese technology companies that play a key role in bolstering Beijing's military and industrial power. The list reflects Washington's security concerns amid the ongoing fierce geopolitical competition between the two countries. China, the commerce ministry said, "strongly opposes this move." It urges the US to "immediately stop its wrongful actions," the car maker's BYD and NIO, and to "immediately return to the right path."
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:16 PM
Pakistan Closes In on Historic Peace Deal with Regional Cooperation

Pakistan Closes In on Historic Peace Deal with Regional Cooperation

We would like to thank the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran for their continued cooperation during the negotiations and express our heartfelt gratitude for the support of our brothers in the region, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday. We are closer to a historic peace deal than ever before.With finalisation expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the peace deal immediately after, followed by technical level talks next week. We would like to thank the United States of America for its unwavering commitment to the final victory, Mohammad Bagheri Ghalib said on Saturday.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:14 PM
Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name After Court Order

Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name After Court Order

Workers removed US President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center in a predawn operation on Saturday, complying with a court order that said the iconic performing arts venue could not be renamed without an act of Congress. The overnight effort came less than six months after Trump’s name was added to the Washington institution and followed a series of legal setbacks for the administration, which had sought to delay the removal after missing a court-imposed deadline. The episode marks the latest chapter in a broader battle over Trump’s efforts to reshape some of the United States’ most prominent public institutions and monuments since returning to office. News agencies Reuters and Associated Press reported that workers began removing the signage around 1:20 am local time, hours after the Department of Justice acknowledged it would miss a Friday midnight deadline imposed by the court. Scaffolding erected outside the Kennedy Center on Friday evening was later covered with tarpaulins as crews worked through the early hours of Saturday. Workers were seen taking down the letters around 3:10 am and packing up roughly 30 minutes later. The Kennedy Center had asked the court for a 12-hour extension, citing thunderstorms in the Washington area that it said posed safety risks to workers carrying out the operation. Hours before the removal began, US District Judge Christopher Cooper rejected the administration’s request to pause the order requiring Trump’s name to be taken down. The administration subsequently appealed to the US Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, which also declined to halt the ruling. Cooper ruled on May 29 that only Congress has the authority to rename the Kennedy Center, which was established by lawmakers as a memorial to President John F Kennedy following his assassination in 1963. His order required Trump’s name to be removed not only from the building’s facade but also from its website and official materials. The Kennedy Center’s board, which Trump currently chairs, voted in December to rename the venue “The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts”. Workers began installing the new signage the following day. The move came after Trump overhauled the institution’s leadership shortly after beginning his second term, replacing board members and appointing allies to key positions before being elected chairman by the reconstituted board. The renaming effort quickly became the subject of legal challenges. The removal drew crowds outside the venue on Friday night. According to AP, dozens of people gathered on the plaza in front of the Kennedy Center, taking photographs and occasionally breaking into chants of “Take it down.” Among those present was Democratic Representative Joyce Beatty of Ohio, an ex officio board member who sued to challenge the renaming. Beatty criticised the administration’s request for additional time, describing it as part of a broader “pattern of non-compliance.” The Kennedy Center dispute has evolved into a test of the limits of presidential authority over federally chartered institutions. Trump has pursued an expansive vision for reshaping Washington’s symbolic landscape since returning to office. The administration has floated proposals ranging from large-scale renovations at the Kennedy Center to new architectural additions around the White House complex. Supporters have argued that such changes reflect a modernisation of national landmarks, while critics contend they bypass congressional authority and erode the historical purpose of public memorials. (With inputs from Reuters and AP)
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:01 PM
Enforcement Directorate Conducts Raids on Properties Linked to Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra

Enforcement Directorate Conducts Raids on Properties Linked to Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday carried out a major operation in connection with the municipal recruitment scam in West Bengal. The central agency conducted simultaneous raids on several properties linked to Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA and former minister Madan Mitra. According to sources, the action is being carried out as part of its probe into irregularities in the recruitment process in municipalities and a money laundering case. According to sources, seven premises linked to Madan Mitra are being searched. These include his residence in Kolkata's Bhowanipore, a five-storey apartment in Dakshineswar and a flat on the southern outskirts of Joka. Besides, a property in north Kolkata's Beleghata, two local clubs in Bhowanipore and Santoshpur were also searched. The probe agency also reached the house on Dhirendranath Gupta Road in Bhowanipore, where Madan Mitra lives with his family. He currently represents the Kamarhati Assembly seat in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. According to sources, the searches are being carried out at seven locations linked to Madan Mitra.
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Jun 13, 2026, 01:00 PM
Modi Government's 'Politics of Performance' Brings Stability and Progress: Union Education Minister

Modi Government's 'Politics of Performance' Brings Stability and Progress: Union Education Minister

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday, June 13, said the earlier “politics of uncertainty” gave way to the “politics of performance” under the Narendra Modi government in the last 12 years. Speaking to reporters here, Pradhan said Prime Minister Modi’s leadership restored stability and public confidence after a period of political uncertainty under the UPA regime. “Politics of performance has taken centre stage in the country. Prime Minister Modi has earned the trust of the people through his government’s work,” the BJP leader said. The BJP-led NDA government focused on the welfare and empowerment of women, the youth, farmers and the poor during the last 12 years, Pradhan said. People’s aspirations are very high in the age of social media, but their faith in the ability of Prime Minister Modi and his government to fulfil these aspirations is equally strong, he said. Girls in the country scaled new heights in education and other fields in the past decade, he said, adding that various global indicators reflect the progress in this area. He also highlighted the growth of the start-up ecosystem, expansion in exports and rapid technological advancement under the Modi government. “The number of start-ups has increased manifold and India has made remarkable progress in technology and innovation,” he said. Pradhan also claimed that the NDA government led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the present government delivered better results in 18 years than their political opponents and laid a strong foundation for India’s growth. With the support of the people and the guiding principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas”, the country was steadily moving towards the goal of becoming a developed nation, he added.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:52 PM
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Doctors Threaten Mass Protests Over Salary Demands

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Doctors Threaten Mass Protests Over Salary Demands

Peshawar : The Young Doctors Association (YDA) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has warned the provincial government of a large-scale protest campaign if doctors are not granted a substantial salary increase in the upcoming provincial budget. This warning was reported by Dawn. According to Dawn, speaking at a press conference at the Peshawar Press Club, YDA representatives said the government has failed for years to address the financial concerns of medical professionals despite repeated assurances. YDA leader Adnan stated that doctors would initiate demonstrations across the province. Furthermore, they could suspend routine hospital operations if their demands were ignored. Adnan, who also serves as president of Hayatabad Medical Complex’s YDA chapter, said a proposal prepared by the provincial health secretary recommended a 40-50 per cent increase in doctors’ salaries. This recommendation emerged after negotiations and a sit-in staged by thousands of doctors outside the Health Secretariat earlier this month. However, he expressed concern that the government might not incorporate the proposal into the new budget. The association has urged Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur, the health minister, and finance officials to ensure the immediate implementation of the salary package. The doctors argue that their wages have remained stagnant for nearly a decade. There has been no significant revision since 2016, despite rising inflation and increasing workloads. Criticising the provincial administration, Adnan said successive governments have routinely announced incentives and financial relief for other categories of public employees while neglecting healthcare workers. He maintained that doctors were seeking fair compensation rather than special privileges. This was highlighted by Dawn. The YDA leader further stated that any future agitation would extend beyond hospital premises. Demonstrations could be organised on major roads and outside key government offices. These include the Chief Minister’s Secretariat, the Health Department, and the Finance Department. YDA representative Babar reiterated that patient emergencies would not be disrupted, as reported by Dawn. (ANI) Also Read: CTA highlights case of Tibetan political prisoner, questions fairness of China’s post-Lhasa…
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:50 PM
Rajasthan MLA Accused of Securing Government Job with Fake Degrees

Rajasthan MLA Accused of Securing Government Job with Fake Degrees

Jaipur: The Special Operation Group (SOG) of Rajasthan police has registered an FIR against the Bharat Adivasi Party (BAP) MLA Jaykrishna Patel for securing a government teacher job by submitting a fake bachelor's degree. The MLA is already facing graft charges for dropping questions in the assembly. Already Facing Graft Charges Vishal Bansal, Additional Director General of the SOG, said that a preliminary investigation revealed Patel had obtained Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees from Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Sikkim during the same academic session, which is a violation of regulations. The investigation found that between 2007 and 2010, Jaykrishna Patel had enrolled as a regular student for a Bachelor of Arts course at Mohanlal Sukhadia University in Udaipur. He subsequently failed the English subject in his second year. During this same period, he obtained a bachelor's degree with 73.85% marks from EIILM University in Sikkim. Later, he claimed to have obtained yet another degree from Calorx Teachers' University in Gujarat. According to the SOG, these degrees were used in the teacher recruitment process and were later cited in his election affidavits. Political & Employment Backgroun Patel won the Bagidora assembly seat in the by-election of 2024. Before this, he served as a government teacher in Banswara for five years. Notably, Patel was arrested red-handed by the Rajasthan Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly taking Rs 20 lakhs as bribe in exchange for dropping three questions related to mines. He had demanded Rs 10 crore for this, but the deal was settled for Rs 2.50 crore. He spent roughly three months in jail for that offense.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:46 PM
Akhilesh Yadav's Agra Visit: A Political Strategy Ahead of Assembly Elections

Akhilesh Yadav's Agra Visit: A Political Strategy Ahead of Assembly Elections

In view of the assembly elections next year, Akhilesh Yadav's visit is said to be part of a well-thought-out political strategy, under which he will brainstorm a strategy to bring traders into the party's fold today. Activists have covered Fatehabad Road to MG Road with posters to welcome Akhilesh. According to ad-politician analysts, Akhilesh Yadav's visit is being seen in two different parts. The political undercurrents are being worked out. Akhilesh's entire day in Agra on Saturday has been spent in talks with senior party leaders, workers and intellectuals. After distributing grief at the house of ad-man Ramjilal Suman, he reached the residence of Dr. Alok Parikh, Vinay Agarwal, Vikas Mahajan, Rizwan Raisuddin Prince and Divya Krishna Guru. Just before the elections, he has gone directly to the house of his core leaders and different faces of the society (Vaishya, Muslim, Brahmin) to give the message that the party is in happiness and sorrow. This has led to a huge solidarity in the local cadre.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:33 PM
Pakistan Announces Imminent Peace Agreement Between US and Iran

Pakistan Announces Imminent Peace Agreement Between US and Iran

Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif made a big announcement on Saturday. He said that a peace agreement between the United States and Iran is about to be signed - and this work can be done within the next 24 hours. There was tension and fighting between the United States and Iran in the Middle East for the last several months. It was a big confrontation that worried the whole world. It also had a direct impact on India. Now talks have been held between the two countries to end this war and the framework of a peace agreement has been prepared. That is, both countries have agreed on what terms and a full written draft of that agreement has also been prepared. This has been claimed by Pakistan. Shahbaz Sharif said that now three things are going to be done. Within the next 24 hours, this agreement will be signed electronically. Second - Technical level talks will be held next week after the signing. That is, the third conflict will be completed after the talks on small steps and methods. He said that the Foreign Minister of Iran will also complete a third Middle East meeting.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:27 PM
Bihar Minister Tej Pratap Yadav Disassociates from Khan Sir Amid Vandalism Controversy

Bihar Minister Tej Pratap Yadav Disassociates from Khan Sir Amid Vandalism Controversy

Politics also continues over the controversy between Khan Sir and Roshan Anand. Former Bihar minister and Janshakti Janata Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav has given his reaction to singer Khesari Lal Yadav's support to Khan Sir. He clearly said that we do not support Khan Wan. On the night of 2 June, a group of 15 to 20 people had allegedly vandalized Khan Global Studies Institute and pelted stones at the campus. Patna SSP had said that Khan Sir's name was included in the FIR registered in the Khan Global Studies vandalism case. The police had also interrogated him. The court had stayed his arrest till 20 June. Soon after the vandalism incident, Khan Sir, the founder of KGS, had alleged that people associated with a rival coaching institute had opened fire. However, he later said that whether the firing actually took place or not, can only be confirmed by a police investigation. The case was registered on 4 June 2026 after two security guards associated with the coaching institute were allegedly arrested on a social media charge of firing.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:25 PM
Rohit Pawar's Hunger Strike Demands Debt Waiver for Farmers Without Conditions

Rohit Pawar's Hunger Strike Demands Debt Waiver for Farmers Without Conditions

Rohit Pawar started this hunger strike on Friday. He is an MLA from Karjat-Jamkhed. He wants the entire debt of farmers to be waived without any conditions. The state government has recently announced the Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Shetkari Karj-Mukti Yojana. The government claims that Rs 36,585 crore will be spent on it. This is expected to provide relief to about 56 lakh farmers. The scheme has options like loan waiver and OTS, but the truth is something else. The advertiser-turned-Pawar has questioned two conditions that are suffocating the farmers. The first condition is for the farmers who took advantage of the 2019 loan waiver scheme. The government has made a rule that they will now get relief only up to Rs 50,000. The second condition is even more difficult. The government has said that if the farmer wants the incentive subsidy, he will have to pay ID1 and ID2 at the time of the loan. How can Rohit Pawar convince the farmer that he should repay the debt that he has been promised?
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:24 PM
Indian National Lok Dal Urges Party Workers to Strengthen Organization with Booth-Level Activism

Indian National Lok Dal Urges Party Workers to Strengthen Organization with Booth-Level Activism

Kharkhoda: In an organizational meeting held under the leadership of Indian National Lok Dal's Halqa President Balwan, District President Kunal Gahlawat asked the workers to ensure the appointment of BLA-2 (Booth Level Agent-2) in every booth by June 15. The meeting was told that the strength of the party has always been its strong organization and booth level activism. The district president said that since the time of former Deputy Prime Minister Devi Lal and former Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala, there has been a tradition of strengthening the organization up to the booth level. Continuing with the same model, responsibilities have been given to active workers, women representatives and comrades of different classes at every booth. The office bearers said that the party has appointed BLA-1. The advertisement said that such a worker should be selected from every village and booth for BLA-2 who is active, loyal and responsible. The voters list was also mentioned in the meeting.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:22 PM
BJP National General Secretary Downplays Former Tamil Nadu Chief's Exit, Focuses on Long-Term Objectives

BJP National General Secretary Downplays Former Tamil Nadu Chief's Exit, Focuses on Long-Term Objectives

BJP National General Secretary Radha Mohan Das Agrawal on Saturday described former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai’s decision to quit the party as a personal choice and said the BJP remained focused on long-term national objectives rather than short-term political considerations. Speaking to reporters here on the sidelines of a meeting of the party functionaries, Agrawal said the BJP, as a national party, formulates its strategies keeping the country’s future in mind and works on long-term plans. “We do not focus excessively on short-term politics. Annamalai’s decision to leave the party is his personal decision. At this stage, I can say only this much,” Agrawal said when asked about the former Tamil Nadu BJP chief’s exit from the party. Responding to questions on a possible change in the Karnataka BJP leadership, Agrawal said the final decision would be taken by the party’s national president. He said the central leadership was fully aware of political developments in the state, as well as the performance and achievements of the incumbent state president. The BJP leader alleged that there was growing public dissatisfaction with the Congress government in Karnataka and claimed that its impact would be reflected in the 2028 Assembly elections. “People are increasingly unhappy with the state government. The BJP is continuously fighting against the government’s anti-people policies and failures without resorting to provocative or divisive politics,” Agrawal said. On the issue of former MP Sumalatha Ambareesh not securing a Rajya Sabha nomination, Agrawal said she continued to enjoy cordial relations with the BJP and expressed confidence that she would be given an appropriate role in the future. Asked about the possible return of expelled senior leaders Basanagouda Patil Yatnal and K S Eshwarappa to the party, he said the BJP leadership would take a decision at an appropriate time. “The BJP does not intend to keep anyone away from the party permanently. Future decisions will be taken after assessing their conduct and activities,” Agrawal said.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:20 PM
Indian Leader Urges Unity Amidst Economic and Political Crises

Indian Leader Urges Unity Amidst Economic and Political Crises

He pointed out that Trinamool chief Mamata Banerjee had recently held a private meeting with former Congress president Sonia Gandhi, but he was not aware of their internal deliberations. He said that only the two leaders were present at that meeting. He also did not know whether she had told the media about the merger nor had she read any concrete information about it. To a question on whether the option of merging secular, like-minded regional parties could be viable given the current political climate in India, he argued that the economic, political and social situation of the country was pathetic. He said that this was not the time to play political games and there was an urgent need to save the nation. He highlighted inflation, rising unemployment, rampant corruption and persistent leakage of documents as serious crises faced by the citizens. He said that the country has to consider whether it wants to continue with the internal strife or resolve these issues, and said that it was not the time to save the country's fragile social fabric.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:11 PM
Indian PM Modi Visits France and Slovakia for Bilateral Talks and G7 Summit

Indian PM Modi Visits France and Slovakia for Bilateral Talks and G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for a 6-day visit to France and Slovakia on Saturday morning. This is his 7th visit to France after becoming the PM. He will hold bilateral talks with President Emmanuel Macron in the French city of Nice on June 1. He will also inaugurate the'India Innovates'programme. PM will leave for Slovakia on June 14. He will stay here till June 15. During this, he will meet Prime Minister Robert Fico and President Peter Pellegrini. This is the first visit by an Indian PM after Slovakia became an independent country in 1993. Modi will return to France on June 16. Then on June 17, he will participate in the G7 Summit in the city of Evian. The summit will discuss the issue of global economy, international cooperation, new partnerships and AI. PM Modi is expected to meet several world leaders including US President Trump at the G7 Summit. The'Innovates'initiative, announced by the Ministry of Education in February 2026, aims to launch the Indian Startup IIS in France.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:07 PM
NDA Meeting Seals Fate of Minister Deepak Prakash's Legislative Council Appointment

NDA Meeting Seals Fate of Minister Deepak Prakash's Legislative Council Appointment

In fact, on the completion of 12 years of the Modi government, a meeting of the National Democratic Alliance was held in which prominent leaders of all parties participated. According to sources, Upendra Kushwaha received a message from the top leadership of the NDA that Deepak Prakash would be sent to the Legislative Council. It is being said that in the coming few months, the Governor has to appoint some members. Deepak Prakash will be adjusted in this. Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary replied to this question a day before. Deepak Prakash is a minister and will continue to remain so. He cited the rules that he can remain a minister without being a member of any house for a month. Samrat Chaudhary's statement made it clear that although there are many speculations about Deepak Prakash's continuation as a minister, but the truth is that Upendra Prakash has been sealed by the BJP's high command.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:07 PM
TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee Faces Complaint Over Inflammatory Election Comments

TMC Leader Abhishek Banerjee Faces Complaint Over Inflammatory Election Comments

A complaint has been filed against TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee at Siliguri Cyber Police Station in West Bengal. It is alleged that he made inflammatory statements during the election campaign. The complaint has been filed by a local businessman from Siliguri, who says that Abhishek Banerjee's comments were disruptive and inflammatory to the election atmosphere. Following a recent complaint filed against former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, now Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee, this new case has come to light. Sanjay Kumar Singhal, former president of Siliguri Merchants Association and businessman, filed this written complaint at Siliguri Police Commissionerate's Cyber Police Station on Friday. The complaint states that Abhishek Banerjee's public meetings speeches during the election campaign and the videos circulated on his social media can create panic and political tension among the general public. According to the complainant, such comments are intimidating and a matter of concern for the democratic process. The complaint has been filed on 25th March 2026, in the form of a public rally at Sanjaygram, Nandibagh Road, and a rest of the 2026 election rally.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:06 PM
Indian PM Modi Embarks on Six-Day Diplomatic Visit to Europe to Strengthen Strategic Partnerships

Indian PM Modi Embarks on Six-Day Diplomatic Visit to Europe to Strengthen Strategic Partnerships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday embarked on a crucial six-day diplomatic visit to Europe, covering France and Slovakia, in a trip expected to strengthen India’s strategic partnerships, boost technology cooperation and reinforce New Delhi’s growing role in global geopolitics. The high-profile visit, scheduled from June 13 to June 18, includes bilateral meetings with world leaders, India’s participation in the 52nd G7 Summit, and major engagements focused on innovation, trade and emerging technologies. Here is the complete stop-by-stop itinerary of PM Modi’s Europe tour. The first leg of the visit takes PM Modi to Nice, where he will hold high-level bilateral discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron . The meeting comes months after Macron’s visit to India, during which both countries elevated ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. During the talks, both leaders are expected to review progress on defence cooperation, economic partnerships, strategic security collaboration and regional geopolitical developments. The discussions are also expected to focus on expanding cooperation in critical technologies and long-term investment partnerships between the two countries. On June 14, PM Modi and Macron will jointly inaugurate the Bharat Innovates conclave in Nice. Organised under the India-France Year of Innovation, the event is expected to become a major platform for India’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem. The conclave will feature nearly 120 Indian deep-tech startups and higher education research models, which will be showcased before more than 500 global investors, venture capital firms and technology companies. The event is aimed at strengthening India’s image as a growing global technology hub while attracting fresh foreign investments into emerging sectors. Following his engagements in France, PM Modi will travel to Bratislava on June 14, marking a historic diplomatic milestone. This will be the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since the country gained independence in 1993. The visit comes shortly after Slovak President Peter Pellegrini visited India earlier this year. During his visit, PM Modi will hold talks with President Pellegrini and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico. India is expected to focus heavily on expanding economic ties during the Slovakia visit. Talks are likely to centre around increasing investments in automobile manufacturing, railway infrastructure, industrial cooperation and bilateral trade. Given Slovakia’s strategic position within the European Union, New Delhi is also expected to use the visit to build momentum around the long-pending India-European Union Free Trade Agreement negotiations. The visit signals India’s growing push to deepen engagement with Central Europe beyond its traditional partnerships with Western European nations. After completing engagements in Slovakia, PM Modi will travel to Evian to attend the 52nd G7 Summit, scheduled for June 16 and 17. India’s invitation marks its eighth consecutive appearance at the summit, underlining the country’s expanding geopolitical influence and recognition as a major global power. At the summit, India is expected to push for stronger representation of developing nations and advocate for issues affecting emerging economies. Speaking ahead of his departure, PM Modi said India would use the G7 platform to amplify the concerns of the Global South. India is expected to highlight issues surrounding development financing, economic inequality, digital infrastructure access, climate transition challenges and technology democratisation. New Delhi increasingly sees itself as a bridge between advanced economies and developing nations, especially amid shifting global power dynamics. The final leg of PM Modi’s Europe tour will take him to Paris on June 18, where he will participate in VivaTech 2026, Europe’s largest technology and startup exhibition. The Indian Prime Minister will once again join President Macron during the event. India is set to host the largest national pavilion at VivaTech 2026, showcasing its growing digital economy, startup ecosystem and emerging technology capabilities. The government is also expected to use the platform to attract new European partnerships in sectors including artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, deep technology and digital infrastructure.
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Jun 13, 2026, 12:05 PM
US and Iran Close to Peace Deal, Pakistan Says

US and Iran Close to Peace Deal, Pakistan Says

ISLAMABAD: The United States and Iran could finalise an agreement to end the Middle East war "within 24 hours", key mediator Pakistan said Saturday, after both sides expressed optimism about the chances of concluding a deal. The foes and mediators of the conflict have claimed a long-awaited accord is in its final throes, despite new skirmishes in the Strait of Hormuz in the months-long war that has roiled the region and global economy. Weeks of negotiations on a peace agreement after an April 8 truce have so far not yielded success, with US President Donald Trump repeatedly insisting a deal is near only for the wrangling to drag on. "We are closer to a peace deal than ever before," Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose country has played a crucial role in peace talks, wrote on X on Saturday. "With finalisation likely expected in the next 24 hours, Pakistan is preparing for the electronic signing of the peace deal immediately after, followed by technical level talks next week."
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:58 AM
US-Iran Peace Deal Possible Within 24 Hours, Says Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif

US-Iran Peace Deal Possible Within 24 Hours, Says Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has claimed that a peace deal between the US and Iran could be reached within the next 24 hours. He said the two countries would then sign the deal online and technical-level talks would take place next week. Iran's Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei has said that Iran does not trust the US at all. He said that this trust has been eroded by past experiences. He claimed that Iran has inflicted major damage on its enemies in the current conflict and has succeeded in weakening the power of the aggressors. An interim leadership council was formed after the death of then-Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on 28 February. Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei is on board. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the two countries are closer than ever to the deal. He urged the media to avoid speculating on the terms of the agreement. Tehran said that the American diplomats who were summoned to Geneva on 14 June did not object to the signing process.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:58 AM
CPI(M) Leader Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Remarks on Kerala Chief Minister

CPI(M) Leader Criticizes Rahul Gandhi Over Remarks on Kerala Chief Minister

CPI(M) general secretary MA Baby criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over remarks he made about former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during a recent INDIA bloc meeting , saying the Lok Sabha LoP has been urged to stop being the "facilitator for the ED and Modi government". The comments relate to the June 8 meeting of opposition leaders , where Gandhi said he "cannot hug" Vijayan because of his political differences with the veteran Left leader. Left parties have repeatedly objected to allegations made by Gandhi and Congress leaders ahead of the Kerala assembly election, in which they suggested there was a tacit understanding between the CPI(M) and the BJP. "Nobody is asking Rahul Gandhi to hug Pinarayi Vijayan," Baby said on Saturday, responding to Gandhi's remarks. "On the contrary, all that we are asking is that he stop being a facilitator for the ED and the Modi government by demanding the arrest of Pinarayi Vijayan and other opposition leaders. That is not the job of the leader of the opposition," he said on X, a day after Gandhi released his comments made at the INDIA bloc meeting.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:48 AM
Indian Overseas Bank Seeks Shareholder Approval for ₹5,000 Crore Capital Raise and MD Extension

Indian Overseas Bank Seeks Shareholder Approval for ₹5,000 Crore Capital Raise and MD Extension

State-run Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) plans to raise up to ₹5,000 crore in equity capital during FY27 through a mix of qualified institutional placements (QIPs), follow-on public offers, rights issues, preferential allotments and employee stock schemes. The proposal forms part of a special resolution included in the notice for the bank’s 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled on July 7. According to the notice, the capital raise could be undertaken through one or more tranches and may include preferential allotments to institutional investors such as Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), mutual funds, companies and other qualified institutional buyers. As of March 31, 2026, the Government of India held a 92.44% stake in IOB. In December 2025, the Centre diluted 2.17% of its holding through an offer-for-sale (OFS), raising around ₹2,000 crore. The public sector lender has also sought shareholders’ approval for the extension of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ajay Kumar Srivastava’s tenure as Whole-Time Director until October 8, 2027. His previous notified term ended on December 31, 2025. Last September, the Centre has extended Srivastava’s tenure as MD & CEO for a 21-month period with effect from January 1, 2026. Srivastava has been at the helm of the bank since January 1, 2023.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:37 AM
Indian Youth Congress Organizes Mega Job Fair for 5,000-10,000 Youths on Rahul Gandhi's Birthday

Indian Youth Congress Organizes Mega Job Fair for 5,000-10,000 Youths on Rahul Gandhi's Birthday

On the occasion of the birthday of the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi on Friday next week (June 19, 2026), the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) is preparing for a major employment campaign. According to sources, the Youth Congress along with the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee is going to organize a mega job fair at Talkatora Stadium in New Delhi. According to sources, more than 150 companies are likely to participate in this job fair. The goal is to provide employment opportunities to 5,000 to 10,000 youth in a single day through the event. The Youth Congress is calling this event a part of its nationwide campaign for employment, justice and accountability. The party says that on the one hand it is cornering the central government on issues like paper leaks and unemployment, while on the other hand it is also trying to connect the youth directly with employment. National President of the Youth Congress Uday Bhanu Chib said in a conversation with ABP News, "Many big companies of the private sector will participate in the job fair and various job opportunities will be given to the youth of Bihar and educational institutions."
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:34 AM
Samajwadi Party President Embroiled in Controversy Over Viral Video

Samajwadi Party President Embroiled in Controversy Over Viral Video

A major controversy has erupted within the Samajwadi Party (SP) from the Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh. A purported sting video of SP district president Sharafat Ali is going viral on social media. In this video, Sharafat Ali is heard saying highly objectionable and undignified things against the family of two very strong and senior women leaders of his own party. As soon as the video surfaced, there was an earthquake in the politics of the district and the matter reached the top leadership sitting in Lucknow. Former MP Usha Verma and her sister-in-law and former MLA Rajeshwari Devi became the victims of this indecent comment of Sharafat Ali. This family has a big name and influence in Hardoi politics. Rajeshwari Devi has been a two-time MLA, while Usha Verma has been a three-time MP. Late Babumai Lal, the father-in-law of both of them, was a very big leader of the area and was considered very close to SP patron Mulayam Singh Yadav.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:32 AM
Iran Announces Funeral Ceremonies for Late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran Announces Funeral Ceremonies for Late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

: Iran on Saturday, June 13 announced that funeral ceremonies for its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will commence in Tehran on July 4 and culminate in his burial at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad on July 9, according to state media. Details of the funeral arrangements were released by the committee overseeing the ceremonies, outlining a six-day programme across three Iranian cities. A farewell ceremony will be held at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla prayer grounds on July 4 and 5. Public mourning events will continue in the capital on July 6 before moving to the holy city of Qom on July 7. The final stage of the funeral programme is scheduled for July 9 in Mashhad, where Khamenei will be buried at the Imam Reza Shrine, one of the most revered sites in Shia Islam. Iranian authorities are preparing for what could become one of the largest public gatherings in the country’s history. Officials expect up to 20 million mourners to participate in funeral ceremonies across Tehran, Qom and Mashhad. State media said extensive security and logistical preparations are under way ahead of the funeral ceremonies to accommodate the anticipated crowds. Khamenei was killed on February 28 at the age of 86. Iranian authorities announced his death the following day after US-Israeli airstrikes targeted multiple sites across the country. He had served as Iran’s Supreme Leader since 1989, succeeding Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic who led the 1979 revolution that overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. As Supreme Leader, Khamenei exercised ultimate authority over Iran’s political system, armed forces and judiciary while serving as the country’s highest religious authority. During his 37-year tenure, he remained the central figure in shaping Iran’s domestic and foreign policies.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:30 AM
Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Slams Chief Minister for Taking Credit for Previous Government's Achievements

Tamil Nadu Leader of Opposition Slams Chief Minister for Taking Credit for Previous Government's Achievements

Leader of the Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Udhayanidhi Stalin launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, accusing him of using the NITI Aayog meeting to take credit for the achievements of the previous DMK's 'Dravidian model' government by presenting them as part of his government’s record. The DMK leader questioned whether key milestones such as women’s workforce participation reaching 42 per cent and Tamil Nadu emerging as India’s second-largest economy were achieved during the current government, which he said had been in office for only a month, or during the earlier five-year Dravidian model regime. Referring to Vijay’s election campaign remarks, Udhayanidhi noted that the TVK founder had earlier claimed Tamil Nadu was in a “deep debt trap”, but later, at the 11th Governing Council meeting of the NITI Aayog chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on June 11, he highlighted the state’s achievements. According to him, the Chief Minister spoke at the meeting about Tamil Nadu’s position as the country’s second-largest economy, the high share of women in the workforce, and progress in women’s education, safety, healthcare, and self-help groups. "The Chief Minister spoke about how Tamil Nadu stands as the second largest economy in India, and that 42 per cent of all working women in India are from Tamil Nadu, and highlighted progress in women's education, safety, healthcare, and the growth of women's Self-Help Groups. The Chief Minister must clarify whether all of these were achieved during his one-month-old Sofa Model governance, or were they achieved during the 5-year Dravidian Model governance?" he asked in a post on 'X'. Udhayanidhi also pointed out what he called contradictions in Vijay’s stand on NEET, alleging that while he had earlier questioned the relevance of the exam during the election campaign, he later advocated for admissions based on Class 12 marks at the NITI Aayog meeting. In the run-up to the Assembly polls, Vijay asked "if NEET alone mattered in the world", but at the meeting he strongly advocated for medical admissions based on Class 12 marks, thus contradicting his own past statement," Udhayanidhi said. He further criticised the Chief Minister for remaining silent on the Mekedatu dam issue during the meeting and in discussions with alliance partner Congress in Karnataka. "Despite traveling all the way to Delhi, he maintained silence on the Mekedatu dam issue at the Niti Aayog meeting and also with his new alliance partner the Congress governing Karnataka," the DMK youth wing secretary alleged. Udhayanidhi concluded that the government had “pasted its own sticker” over the achievements of the previous administration, adding that the so-called victory achieved through misinformation would not last and asserting that the truth would prevail. "In short, at the Niti Aayog meeting, this #SofaModel government has completely pasted its own sticker over the achievements of our Kazhagam government. CM Sir, this fake victory you have attained by hurling lies and slander to deceive the people will not last long. Truth will surely triumph," Udhayanidhi said. At the meeting, the Chief Minister had presented Tamil Nadu’s development vision, highlighting past progress and outlining future goals. He also raised key demands, including exemption from NEET for the state and release of Rs 3,284 crore under the Samagra Shiksha scheme. (With inputs from PTI)
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:27 AM
TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay's Meeting with BJP Raises Defection Speculations

TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay's Meeting with BJP Raises Defection Speculations

Mamata Banerjee's party Trinamool Congress seems to be disintegrating. There is talk of 19 party MPs being rebels and now one more name has been added to this list. TMC MP Sudip Bandyopadhyay reached the house of Union Minister Bhupender Yadav on Saturday (June 13). Rebel MP Satabdi Roy along with Sudip Bandyopadhyay also met Bhupender Yadav. After this meeting, the political corridor has become more turbulent. What happened in the meeting at the residence of Union Minister Bhupender Yadav is not yet known. Importantly, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey also attended this meeting. Although he left a little earlier. Sudip Bandyopadhyay, Satabdi Roy and Bhupender Yadav had a meeting for about an hour. If Sudip also joins the Bharatiya Janata Party, then it can be a big blow to Mamata Banerjee, because 19 party MPs are already discussed to separate. Sudip Bandyopadhyay and Abhishek Banerjee are also seen on stage with senior leaders.
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Jun 13, 2026, 11:24 AM
Tibetan Monk Serving Life Sentence for Protests, Says Central Tibetan Administration

Tibetan Monk Serving Life Sentence for Protests, Says Central Tibetan Administration

Dharamshala: The Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) has drawn attention to the case of Ngawang Yignyen, also known as Passang. He is a Tibetan Buddhist monk serving a life sentence after being convicted by Chinese authorities. This conviction is in connection with the 2008 Tibetan protests in Lhasa. In a statement posted on X by its Tibet Advocacy Section under the Department of Information and International Relations on 13 June 2026, the CTA said that Ngawang Yignyen was arrested on 29 April 2008. He was later sentenced to life imprisonment. The administration asserted that he was wrongfully accused of leading a group of Tibetans, including five monks. These activities were related to the protests. Notably, these protests erupted across Tibet beginning on 10 March 2008. According to the Central Tibetan Administration, Chinese authorities alleged that the group led by Passang was involved in damaging government offices, setting shops on fire, and attacking police personnel during the unrest in Lhasa. However, the CTA maintained that the charges against him were politically motivated. Moreover, these were part of the extensive crackdown that followed the demonstrations. The CTA noted that Ngawang Yignyen was among only two individuals reportedly handed life sentences during the first major wave of convictions linked to the 2008 protests. Several other monks associated with the same case reportedly received prison terms ranging from 15 to 20 years. This information was provided by the administration. Describing his case as symbolic of the broader situation in Tibet following the uprising, the Central Tibetan Administration said that Ngawang Yignyen’s imprisonment reflects the severity of the response by Chinese authorities after the protests. Furthermore, the administration claimed that thousands of Tibetans were detained across the Tibetan plateau during the subsequent crackdown. The CTA, citing concerns raised by international human rights organisations, stated that questions had been raised regarding the fairness and transparency of the judicial proceedings involving Tibetan detainees. Rights groups have reportedly expressed concern over the lack of independent monitoring of trials. Additionally, they also fear that legal mechanisms were being used to curb political dissent and restrict freedom of expression. In its statement, the Central Tibetan Administration reiterated that Ngawang Yignyen remains one of the prominent cases highlighted by Tibetan advocacy groups. They refer to his case in their efforts to draw international attention to the situation of Tibetan political prisoners. (ANI) Also Read: Pakistan’s budget priorities questioned as government employees face baton charge during…
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