The shocking death of Ketan Agarwal at Pune's Lohagad Fort has taken an emotional turn after the parents of accused Siya Goyal publicly stated that they would support the harshest punishment if their daughter is found guilty. The case has become one of the most talked-about crime stories in Maharashtra, with investigators alleging that Siya Goyal and her alleged boyfriend, Chetan Chaudhary, conspired to kill Ketan by pushing him into a gor

Bihar has ordered a judicial inquiry into the Bharat Tiwari police encounter after the 28-year-old died following a disputed operation in Bilauti village in Bhojpur district. The case has prompted protests, political criticism and a murder FIR naming police personnel. What Happened in the Bharat Tiwari Police Encounter Police said officers and Special Task Force personnel went to Bilauti village on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, after receiving reports that T

The UK will open a combined 1,800 annual visa places for Indian traditional chefs, classical musicians and yoga instructors when the UK–India trade agreement takes effect on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. The allocation falls under the Global Business Mobility–Service Supplier route. It is one shared cap covering all three occupations, not 1,800 places for each profession. The annual allocation is measured from January 1 through December 31.

Karnataka Unveils Praja Seva Department In Major Governance Reform In a significant move aimed at transforming public administration and enhancing service delivery, the Karnataka government has established a new Praja Seva Department by bringing together several key governance and citizen-service wings under one umbrella. The decision, approved by the state Cabinet and formalised through a government order issued on June 24, is being viewed as a major step towards b

A political confrontation at the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation escalated into a brief scuffle between CPI(M) and BJP councillors on Thursday. The clash was triggered by ongoing disputes over a controversial oath-taking issue and demands for the resignation of a BJP councillor facing legal action. Cpim Protest Intensifies Over Councillor and Oath Controversy Tension gripped the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation premises after CPI(M) councillors staged a prot

Family Visit in Amaravati Draws Attention Actor Ram Charan visited his uncle and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan in Amaravati, where the two spent an evening toge

Ro Khanna challenged Elon Musk to a public debate after the billionaire threatened legal action over the California congressman’s criticism of DOGE spending cuts and their possible humanitarian consequences. The dispute intensified in Washington, D.C., on Monday, June 22, 2026, after Musk criticized Khanna on X, called him a liar and suggested that his comments could warrant legal or criminal consequences. Ro Khanna challenges Elon Musk over DOGE cuts

CHINO HILLS, Calif. — Two men have been arrested in the Chino Hills BAPS temple burglary investigation, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department announced on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. David Sanchez, 48, and Joseph Hernandez, 32, both of Chino Hills, are accused of entering the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir earlier in June and stealing property from the temple, according to investigators. What investigators found in the C

Thiruvananthapuram, June 24, 2026: Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan has reached out to the governments of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, seeking enhanced cooperation to combat the growing threat of interstate drug trafficking. The initiative is part of Kerala's intensified anti-drug campaign, Operation Toofan, which aims to curb narcotics abuse and dismantle organized trafficking networks operating across state borders. According to an official release from the Chief Minis

Global crude benchmarks have softened in recent sessions, driven by easing supply concerns and improved shipping conditions across key routes. Despite this decline, retail gasoline prices in the United States have not adjusted downward at the same pace, creating a widening gap between wholesale and consumer fuel costs. Market data indicates Brent crude has eased compared to earlier highs, yet pump prices remain relatively sticky. This lag has triggered renewed scrutiny of how quickl

Pune Fiance Death Case Turns Into Murder Investigation On June 18, 2026, a 26-year-old man identified as Ketan Vishal Agarwal was found dead after falling nearly 400 feet from Lohagad Fort in Maharashtra’s Pune district. The incident was initially recorded as an accidental fall, but later developments in the investigation led police to treat the case as a suspected murder. Ketan, a resident of

On June 23, 2026, a shocking triple murder was reported from Sai Green Apartment in the Seegehalli area under KR Puram police limits in Bengaluru. Three members of a family were found dead inside their residence, triggering a major police investigation. The victims have been identified as Somasundar (55), his wife Muthulakshmi (48), and their younger daughter Supriya (20). Police suspect that the elder daughter, Shwetha, along with her live-in partner Kenneth, may be involved in the

Delhi Shock Incident: Girl Missing From Mehrauli Footpath On June 23, 2026, a deeply disturbing case emerged from South Delhi’s Mehrauli area after an 11-year-old girl was allegedly abducted from a roadside footpath. The incident came to light in the early morning hours when police received a PCR call reporting the child missing, triggering an urgent multi-agency response across Delhi and surrounding reg

Two people were killed in the Chico library shooting on Monday, June 22, 2026, and police arrested an 18-year-old local suspect after he fled the building, authorities said. Police responded shortly after 5:00 p.m. local time to the Chico branch of the Butte County Library. A 911 call had captured the sound of gunfire and people screaming inside the building. Officers entered the library as the suspect escaped through the rear of the facility. Additional l

A Lake Michigan search for a missing boy at Washington Park Beach was suspended after dangerous waves and currents injured four rescue divers near Michigan City, Indiana. Police said officers responded at about 5:43 p.m. after witnesses reported that a child wearing red shorts entered the water east of the catwalk, just south of the lighthouse, and did not resurface. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources said a group of teenagers had been swimming when one of them disappeared

A fresh dispute has emerged after Donald Trump signaled possible legal action against ABC News over its coverage of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington DC. The disagreement centers on how recent reporting framed repair work, vandalism incidents, and historical maintenance spending tied to the landmark. The issue has added another layer of friction between the former president and major media organizations, with Trump accusing the network of presenting an incomplete narrative.

Police in Montreal are investigating a deadly shooting in the Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood that left three people dead, including a police officer, a civilian and the suspected gunman. The case has drawn wider attention after reports of an alleged manifesto linked to the suspect surfaced, though investigators have not officially confirmed a final motive. The shooting unfolded on Monday morning after police were called to a hotel area fol

Montreal shooting leaves three dead A shooting in a Jewish neighbourhood of Montreal on Monday, June 23, left three people dead, including a police officer, a local resident and the suspected gunman, according to authorities. Police said the motive had not yet been determined and urged the public to avoid the affected area while investigators continued their work. The incident took place in a part of Côte-des-Neiges known for kosher restaura

An attack in Edinburgh on June 19 has raised fresh concern over hate crime, anti-Muslim abuse and community safety in the UK. Five men were injured after a 36-year-old man allegedly attacked people while shouting religious abuse. Some of the victims were Muslim, and two men were reportedly returning from mosque prayers when the incident happened. Police and counter-terrorism officers are investigating the case as a suspected hate crime, making it a sensitive moment for m

Proxy racket during NEET retest raises fresh concerns Bihar Police have uncovered an alleged NEET-UG retest proxy racket in Lakhisarai that reportedly took place during Sunday’s NEET-UG retest. The case has triggered fresh concerns over exam centre security, biometric verification and insider access during one of India’s most sensitive entrance tests. At least 24 people were reported arrested in the case, while some reports placed the wid