Two workers killed in factory fire At least two workers were killed after a major fire broke out at a chemical manufacturing unit in Paravada Pharma City near Visakhapatnam early on Tuesday, Jun 23, 2026. The accident took place at Dakshin Energy Chemical Factory in Anakapalle district, triggering panic in the industrial area as flames spread through the premises. The deceased workers have been identified as Trinadh and Venkatesh, both reportedly from Ac

Lucknow fire: 2016 demolition order under scanner The deadly fire at a three-storey building in Lucknow’s Aliganj area has raised serious questions over building safety, enforcement failures and the use of residential properties for commercial activity. The blaze, which broke out on Monday afternoon on Usha Mehta Marg, killed 15 people and injured several others, with many victims reportedly trapped inside the building as smoke spread rapid

Indian Army sniffer dogs joined their handlers for International Yoga Day activities on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the Siachen Glacier, where troops operate at elevations above 18,000 feet. Indian Army Sniffer Dogs Join Yoga Day at Siachen Known as the “Siachen Sniffers,” the specially trained dogs stood alongside personnel from the Fire & Fury Corps as yoga sessions were held amid deep snow, icy winds and thin air on the world’s highest battlef

Mahayuti scores big in MLC elections The ruling Mahayuti alliance has registered a dominant victory in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, winning 16 of the 17 seats for which results were declared on Monday. The outcome has strengthened the position of the alliance led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in the state’s political landscape. Polling for the 17 Legislati

PM Modi Leads International Yoga Day 2026 From Kolkata’s Red Road Kolkata became the national focus of India’s global wellness message on Sunday, June 21, 2026, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the city’s historic Red Road. The event marked one of the biggest public gatherings for Yoga Day 2026, with the theme “Yoga for Healthy

Pakistan’s FATF grey-lit history has returned to attention following India’s election to the vice-presidency of the global financial-crime watchdog. Read more about India’s first election to the FATF vice-presidency and why the appointment matters. India’s new leadership position gives New Delhi greater visibility i

India has been elected FATF vice-president for the first time, placing senior official Vivek Aggarwal in a key leadership role at the global body that sets standards against money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. The Financial Action Task Force announced the appointment after its plenary meeting in Paris on Friday, June 19, 2026. Aggarwal, a 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service officer and secretary in India’s Ministry of Culture, will serve from Ju

Indian Space Startups Strengthen NavIC Push With Eyes And Ears In Orbit India’s private space companies are no longer just supporting Isro — they are building satellites that could help the country watch borders, track signals, and strengthen NavIC. At the India Space Congress 2026 in New Delhi, several Indian firms showcased satellite technologies focused on surveillance, si

Ram Mandir Donation Records Under SIT Scanner Over Missing 60 kg Silver Ayodhya, June 20, 2026: The ongoing probe into alleged irregularities in Ram Mandir donation records has widened after 60 kg of silver bars donated during the consecration ceremony were reportedly found missing from official records. The silver bars were said to have been offered to Ram Lalla during the Pran

Andhra Pradesh’s Jonnagiri Gold Mine Emerges As A Major Mining Milestone Andhra Pradesh’s Jonnagiri gold mine in Kurnool district has become a major focus after officials estimated nearly 50 tonnes of gold reserves in the area. With commercial production already underway, the state is aiming to emerge as one of India’s leading gold suppliers in the coming years.

Trump’s remarks draw attention on global stage US President Donald Trump recently made notable comments about global leadership while speaking in an Axios interview. During the conversation, he referred to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping as influential figures shaping international politics and economic direction. The remarks come at a time when global allianc

Misra seeks overhaul of Ram Mandir management Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Misra has called for a major restructuring of the Ram Mandir management system amid the ongoing controversy over alleged misappropriation of donations in Ayodhya. His remarks have added weight to growing concerns over how offerings, cash, jewellery and other valuables are being handled at one of India’s most important religious sites. Misra said

Macron’s Hindi message draws attention French President Emmanuel Macron ended Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France with a personal farewell message in Hindi, adding a warm diplomatic touch to the high-profile engagement between the two leaders. The message was shared after Modi’s visit and quickly drew attention because of Macron’s effort to address the Indian Prime Minister in Hindi. In the v

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Students Pressure And System Stress Highlighted At a large student gathering in Kota, Rahul Gandhi criticised India’s education framework, stating that it places excessive pressure on young learners and often leaves them mentally exhausted. The Congress leader made the remarks during the “Chhatron Ki Goon

Modi’s G7 Visit Highlights India’s Expanding Global Role Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the 2026 G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France marked a significant moment in India’s global diplomacy, with discussions focusing on economic cooperation, emerging technologies, maritime security and global governance. India positioned itself as a key voice for the Global South while engaging clos

At the G7 summit in Evian, India placed maritime safety and the protection of seafarers at the center of global discussions. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns over rising risks faced by commercial shipping crews, particularly those operating through sensitive international sea lanes. He emphasized that disruptions at sea are no longer isolated incidents but a growing threat to global trade stability and human safety.

Student-focused rally in Kota Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is set to address the “Echo of Students” rally in Kota, a major coaching hub in Rajasthan. The event is being positioned around concerns raised by students and competitive exam aspirants, particularly issues li

Political Clash Between Newsom and Trump Intensifies California Governor Gavin Newsom has escalated his ongoing confrontation with US President Donald Trump, accusing the administration of using federal institutions for political purposes. The dispute centres on claims that the Justice Department is conducting a politically motivated investigation aimed at undermining Newsom’s potential 2028 presidential c

India-Canada Relations Strengthen at G7 Meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held detailed bilateral talks in Evian on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, focusing on strengthening cooperation across trade, energy, technology, education and defence. The meeting marked another step in improving ties between the two countries, with both leaders reviewing ongoing progress in