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

DMK Leader Rejects Rahul Gandhi Unity Call After Stalin Birthday Wish A social media reply by DMK leader Saravanan Annadurai has drawn political attention after he rejected Rahul Gandhi’s call for a joint fight despite M.K. Stalin’s birthday greeting.   DMK Leader’s Post Triggers Political Buzz A sharp social media post by DMK functionary Saravanan Annadurai has triggered fr

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.

The Columbus gas prices summer outlook is improving as pump prices retreat from recent highs. Still, analysts say drivers may wait several months before prices return to levels seen before March. Columbus gas prices summer outlook points to gradual declines Gas prices in Columbus, Ohio, have fallen at several stations, giving motorists some relief after a sharp increase. Drivers said prices approached $5 per gallon during the surge. Zac Bruney

Kollam City Police have launched a month-long anti-narcotics campaign to strengthen awareness against drug abuse and encourage public participation in prevention efforts across the city. The campaign comes as Kerala continues to focus on anti-drug awareness, enforcement and early intervention to protect students and young people from substance abuse. Month-Long Drive To Focus On Awareness

The Madras High Court, in a ruling delivered on June 17, said ChatGPT and other AI tools cannot be treated as a replacement for qualified teachers in legal education. A Division Bench of Justices S.M. Subramaniam and N. Senthilkumar made the observation while setting aside relief earlier granted to law students who had fallen short of the mandatory attendance requirement prescribed under Bar Council of India rules. Madra

The Laredo private jet crash on Loop 20 killed one person after a Cessna Citation Latitude carrying six people came down near Laredo International Airport and erupted in flames shortly after 10 p.m. local time. Officials had not determined whether the person who died was aboard the aircraft or on the ground. No injuries on the ground were immediately reported. Laredo private jet crash prompts roadside rescue Drivers found the a

Bonalu 2026 Schedule Released: Ujjaini Mahankali Temple Announces Key Dates The countdown to Bonalu 2026 has officially begun with the Sri Ujjaini Mahankali Devasthanam in Secunderabad unveiling the schedule for the annual Ashadam festivities. Considered one of Telangana's most significant religious and cultural celebrations, the festival attracts lakhs of devotees every year from across the state and neighbouring regions.

Parents and students, along with the district unit of the All India Democratic Students Organisation, staged a protest in front of a government primary school at Sangolgi (C) village in Aland taluk of Kalaburagi district on Monday, June 15, 2026, demanding immediate safety measures and construction of a new school building. The protest was held after a portion of the ceiling plaster of a classroom collapsed on Sunday, June 14, 2026. The in

The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, has secured the 7th rank in India and the first position in Karnataka in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework ranking. This recognition under the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework gives UAS Bengaluru stronger visibility among agriculture-focused institutions in India. The latest recognition highlights the university’s role in agricultural educa

Kerala’s Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme is expected to help women students, daily workers, low-income commuters and transgender persons reduce regular transport expenses from June 15. The scheme allows eligible passengers to travel free of cost on selected KSRTC ordinary bus services. The government has introduced the move as a welfare measure to improve public transport access and support daily mobility across the state.

WASHINGTON — The State Department will launch a six-month B1/B2 visa interview pilot on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, allowing a limited number of applicants to pay $750 for an interview appointment within 10 business days at selected U.S. embassies and consulates overseas. The paid option will be tested through Thursday, December 31, 2026. It is designed to measure demand for faster interview scheduling at consular posts where regular appointment waits can exceed one

Kerala health authorities have increased surveillance in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man tested positive for Nipah virus. Officials have traced contacts, placed high-risk people under quarantine and strengthened public health monitoring in the district. Kozhikode Nipah Alert: Kerala Steps Up Surveillance After New Case Kerala has stepped up health surveillance in Kozhikode after a fresh Nipah virus case was reported in the district. The patient, a 43-year

Funeral Postponed Iran has postponed the state funeral of late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, now scheduled for late June or early July, according to Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani. The delay allows the first 10 days of Muharram, a period of mourning for Imam Hussein, to conclude before the ceremony begins. Authorities anticipate one of the largest public gatherings in Iran’s history, with up to 20 million people expected to participat

Iran Condemns U.S. Attack on Indian Commercial Vessel Iran strongly condemned Friday’s, June 11, 2026 attack on a commercial ship near the Strait of Hormuz, which killed at least three Indian nationals. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the incident as “armed robbery and State piracy” and extended condolences to the families of the deceased sailors.

Mutalik Objects To KS Bhagawan’s Lord Rama Statement In Karnataka Sri Rama Sene chief Pramod Mutalik has criticised writer KS Bhagawan over a recent statement linked to Lord Rama. Mutalik said Bhagawan should avoid making remarks that may affect religious sentiments and disturb public harmony. He said statements that undermine the faith of devotees should not be made in the name of public debate. Mutalik also argued that such comments go against the sp

Kerala health authorities have increased precautionary measures in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man was admitted to hospital with symptoms suspected to be linked to Nipah virus infection. Officials said the case is being treated as a suspected Nipah case until final confirmation comes from the National Institute of Virology in Pune. Health officials are closely monitoring the patient’s contacts and have advised the public to remain alert, follow hygiene precautions and seek medic

Heavy rain brought parts of Hyderabad to a standstill on Tuesday evening, June 9, 2026, as two people died due to electrocution and several key roads witnessed severe waterlogging and traffic congestion. According to police, the two victims were electrocuted in the Bandlaguda area after coming in contact with a live electric wire that had fallen on a waterlogged road during the heavy downpour. Reports identified the deceased as an auto-rickshaw driver and a 15-year-old student.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has launched the Singappen Special Force, a dedicated all-women police unit aimed at improving women’s safety and strengthening preventive policing across the state. The initiative was rolled out in Chennai on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. In the first phase, 70 units of the force will begin operations across Tamil Nadu with 140 sub-inspectors and 420 constables. Each patrol vehicle will have an all-women team consisting of one sub-inspector, two

A tragic drowning incident in Telangana’s Kamareddy district claimed the lives of four children from the same family, while another Manjeera River incident left four more dead. Four Children Drown In Manjeera River A deep tragedy struck Budimi village in Banswada mandal of Kamareddy district after four children from the same family drowned in the Manjeera River on Friday 5th June. The children, all aged