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India's Home Minister Pledges Support Amidst Assam and Arunachal Pradesh Floods

Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured the central government's support to Assam and Arunachal Pradesh which are affected by floods. Assam and Arunachal Pradesh are facing severe flooding. Flooding has affected thousands of people in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. "assured full Central support for relief efforts" was attributed to Amit Shah.

"assured full Central support for relief efforts"— Amit Shah, Union Home Minister

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Axis Bank CFO Puneet Sharma Resigns

Axis Bank CFO Puneet Sharma resigns. Puneet Sharma has been the CFO of Axis Bank for a significant period. Resignation submitted on June 28, with departure set for August 31.

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Indian Army Field Hospital Operational in Venezuela

Indian Army opens field hospital in Venezuela. India launched Operation Amistad to provide humanitarian assistance following a devastating earthquake in Venezuela. The hospital is operational and treating patients. "Indian Army doctors are taking care of people" was attributed to Jaiswal.

"Indian Army doctors are taking care of people"— Jaiswal

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Mallikarjun Kharge takes oath as Rajya Sabha member

Mallikarjun Kharge took oath as a Rajya Sabha member. Mallikarjun Kharge is the Congress president and has been the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha since 2021. Kharge's re-election and subsequent oath-taking marks the formal commencement of his new term in the Upper House.

"Vice President of India and Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, administered the oath to Shri Mallikarjun Kharge, Member of the Rajya Sabha (re-elected) from Karnataka, at Parliament House today."— Vice President's Office

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Heinrich Malan Resigns as Ireland Coach After Historic India Series Win

Heinrich Malan steps down as Ireland head coach. Ireland achieved their first-ever series win against India in any format. Malan resigned shortly after Ireland's historic T20I series win over India. "felt it was time for new leadership to take over" was attributed to Heinrich Malan.

"felt it was time for new leadership to take over"— Heinrich Malan, Ireland head coach

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India to be represented by Governor and MoS at Khamenei's funeral

Bihar Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita will represent India at the funeral ceremony of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The funeral ceremonies are scheduled for July 4 and 5. Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei was Iran's former Supreme Leader.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi had received a formal invitation from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to attend the ceremonies. However, he will not be able to travel to Iran as he is scheduled to visit Indonesia, New Zealand, and Australia during the same period."— Narendra Modi, Prime Minister

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CBSE Clarifies Three-Language Policy for Class 9 Students

CBSE exempts current Class 10 batch from three-language policy and allows Class 9 students to retain two foreign languages. The NEP 2020 mandates a three-language formula, which faced opposition. CBSE issued a circular on May 15 directing schools about the policy and has now clarified exemptions.

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Ayodhya Trust General Secretary's Statement Recorded Amidst Donation Probe

Police recorded the statement of Champat Rai in connection with the alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations. Allegations of embezzlement of donations collected for the Ram Temple in Ayodhya have surfaced. Champat Rai's statement has been recorded as part of the ongoing investigation.

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Ram Temple Donation Probe Widens: Ex-Secretary Questioned, Bank's Prior Warnings Emerge

Police are intensifying their investigation into alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations, recording the statement of former Trust General Secretary Champat Rai. The probe is expanding to include other senior Trust officials and scrutinizing the State Bank of India, which had flagged counting irregularities months prior. Notices have been issued to dozens of individuals as authorities pursue accountability.

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Asian News International (ANI)ABP Live

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SBI Warned of Ram Temple Donation Fraud Months Before Probe

The State Bank of India flagged irregularities in Ram Temple donation counting three months before the current embezzlement probe. Citing fraud suspicions, SBI had recommended removing staff involved in the process. Police are now examining the possible role of bank officials and two employees in the alleged theft.

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Hindustan TimesNDTV

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Ayodhya Donation Scandal Imperils Sangh Parivar's Moral Authority

The alleged embezzlement of Ram Temple donations and the ongoing police investigation, which includes statements from former Trust officials, represent a significant blow to the Sangh Parivar. This scandal erodes the moral high ground of the BJP and its affiliates, raising profound questions about the integrity of those central to the Ram Temple movement and threatening long-term political repercussions.

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The HinduThe Wire

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Yasin Malik named main accused in 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case chargesheet

Yasin Malik named main accused in 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case chargesheet. Sarla Bhat was a Kashmiri Pandit nurse abducted, raped, and murdered in Srinagar in 1990 on suspicion of being a police informer. State Investigation Agency (SIA) filed a 737-page chargesheet nearly 36 years after the incident.

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Man Sentenced to Death for Rape, Murder of Toddler

A 65-year-old man, Bhimrao Kamble, was sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl in Nasrapur village, Pune. The case involves the brutal kidnapping, rape, and murder of a minor. The pronouncement of the death sentence by the special court.

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Rajasthan, Haryana Sign Yamuna Water Agreement, Ending Decades-Long Dispute

Rajasthan and Haryana signed a Yamuna Water Agreement. The agreement pertains to the sharing and management of Yamuna river waters between the two states. The agreement resolves a three-decade-long deadlock and allows for the implementation of a Rs 34,102 crore water project.

"The Prime Minister firmly believes that water is not merely a natural resource, but the very foundation of life, development and the prosperity of future generations. This conviction has been the driving force behind this historic accord."— Bhajan Lal Sharma, Rajasthan Chief Minister

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AIADMK MLA M.R. Vijayabaskar Resigns, Expected to Join TVK

M.R. Vijayabaskar resigned as an MLA from the Karur Assembly constituency. M.R. Vijayabaskar is a former AIADMK minister and the resignation follows a series of departures from the party. This resignation is the sixth by an AIADMK MLA since the recent Assembly elections, further weakening the party.

"Under Rule 21 of the Rules of Procedure of the Legislative Assembly, the Hon'ble Mr. M.R. Vijayabaskar, Member of the Legislative Assembly representing the Karur Assembly Constituency, has personally submitted his handwritten letter of resignation from his office to me."— JCD Prabakaran, Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker

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Supreme Court Declines Urgent Hearing on Ram Temple Donation Theft Plea

Supreme Court declined an urgent hearing on a plea seeking a CBI probe into the Ram Temple donation theft case. A plea was filed seeking a CBI probe into alleged theft and embezzlement of donations at the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. The Supreme Court's decision to not grant an urgent hearing.

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SC Defers Urgent Ram Temple Probe: 'Heavens Won't Fall'

The Supreme Court dismissed the urgency of a plea seeking a CBI probe into alleged Ram Temple donation theft, explicitly stating 'heavens are not going to fall.' Questioning the immediate necessity of intervention, the court deferred the matter until after the summer break, despite the petition's call for constitutional safeguards on temple donations.

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Hindustan TimesThe Times of India

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Ram Temple Donation Scandal Imperils Sangh Parivar's Moral Authority

Allegations of embezzlement in Ram Temple donations deliver a significant blow to the moral authority and integrity of the BJP and the broader Sangh Parivar. The scandal directly challenges the leadership of the temple movement, portending long-term reputational consequences for associated political and religious organizations.

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The Hindu

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West Bengal Assembly Passes Public Safety Bill

West Bengal assembly passed the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026. The bill introduces measures for preventive detention and restrictions on individuals deemed 'anti-social', allowing for up to 12 months detention and barring individuals from specified areas.

"people convicted of damaging public or private property during riots, unlawful assemblies, protests or other disturbances affecting public order can be made to compensate for the losses."— null statement, null

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Bengal Enacts Sweeping Law Allowing Year-Long Detention, Area Bans

West Bengal's new Public Safety Bill grants authorities broad powers, including preventive detention for up to 12 months without trial. District magistrates or senior police can also bar individuals deemed 'goondas' from specified areas for up to one year. The legislation aims to preempt organized crime and anti-social activities.

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Press Trust of India (PTI)LiveMint

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Bengal CM: New Public Safety Bill Crucial to Halt Riots, Organized Crime

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari champions the newly passed West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, as a critical tool to preempt political violence, riots, and organized crime. The legislation, which allows for preventive detention and area bans, is presented by the government as a necessary measure, with assurances that its broad powers will not be misused.

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Asian News International (ANI)Hindustan Times

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Delhi High Court Revokes Bail for Accused Caretaker

Delhi High Court cancels bail for school staffer accused of raping a minor. A 3-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted at a Janakpuri school. The court has ordered the staffer to surrender by a specific date.

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Jaipur Wall Collapse Kills Three, Injures Several

Three people died after an under-construction wall collapsed in Jaipur. Several people were injured in the incident. Rescue operations were underway following the collapse.

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Ram Mandir Donation Case: 8 Accused Sent to Judicial Custody

Eight accused in the Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case were produced before a court in Ayodhya and remanded to 14-day judicial custody. The Ayodhya Bar Association met to decide whether its lawyers would represent the accused. The case involves alleged financial irregularities at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi temple.

"A meeting of the Faizabad Advocates' Association has been called; it will begin at 10:30 AM. Lawyers will deliberate on the ongoing situation whether or not to represent the accused in their defence. I cannot state my own decision right now, nor do I know it yet; the Association's decision will be paramount."— Kalika Prasad Mishra, President of the Ayodhya Bar Association

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Ram Mandir Donation Scandal Challenges Sangh Parivar's Moral High Ground

The embezzlement of Ram Temple donations raises serious questions about the integrity of the movement, eroding the moral high ground of the BJP and Sangh Parivar. The scandal has prompted calls for top political leaders, including Modi and Shah, to break their silence and address the alleged "big loot" in Ayodhya, threatening long-term reputational damage.

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The HinduThe Wire

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Accountability at Ram Mandir Trust: Leaders Resign Amid Embezzlement Probe

The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust is demonstrating accountability in the alleged Ram Mandir donation embezzlement case. Key officials, including General Secretary Champat Rai and Trustee Anil Mishra, have resigned from their positions. The Trust has also committed to a fair investigation, aiming to uphold moral responsibility and reassure devotees amidst the ongoing legal proceedings.

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Asian News International (ANI)

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Mumbai Suburbs Receive Heavy Overnight Showers, Some Areas Exceed 100mm Rainfall

Mumbai suburbs received heavy overnight showers, with several areas recording over 100 mm of rain. Waterlogging disrupted traffic in the city.

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Raducanu Withdraws From Wimbledon

Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon. Raducanu is a former U.S. Open champion and the British No.

The withdrawal was announced 12 hours before her scheduled first-round match.

"I've done everything possible to try to get to the start line tomorrow, but after a final scan tonight, the niggle I've been managing has developed into a stress fracture, and I've been medically advised to stop pushing through"— Emma Raducanu

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Lieutenant Governor Sinha Performs Pratham Puja, Kicks Off Amarnath Yatra

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha performed the 'Pratham Puja' ritual. The Amarnath Yatra is a significant Hindu pilgrimage to a cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. The ritual formally inaugurates the annual Amarnath Yatra.