A tragic stampede during Puri's Rath Yatra resulted in three fatalities, prompting an investigation into crowd control. Simultaneously, the MEA refuted Pakistan's accusations of Indian involvement in the Waziristan bombing. In the US, Trump's economic package advanced in the Senate amidst Republican divisions, setting the stage for further debate and potential House vote.

A cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi has caused significant damage, leaving workers missing and disrupting the Char Dham Yatra. The pilgrimage has been suspended for 24 hours due to heavy rain alerts and weather-related risks. Landslides have blocked the Badrinath and Yamunotri highways, stranding pilgrims and prompting urgent rescue operations by NDRF and SDRF teams.

A deadly stampede near the Gundicha Temple in Puri during the Rath Yatra festival resulted in three fatalities and over 50 injuries. The chaos, attributed to poor crowd management and unauthorized vehicles, drew sharp criticism and prompted a government investigation. Eyewitnesses reported confusion and inadequate response, while former CM Patnaik slammed the administration's incompetence following the tragedy.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, and Speaker of the House of the People Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur (Madobe) have expressed condolences following the death of Sultan Abdiqadir Haji Mahmoud, the Second Vice President of Jubbaland State.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali National Army (SNA) elite Danab Commandos, in coordination with international partners, killed more than 37 al-Shabab militants during a planned military operation in the Lower Jubba region, the Ministry of Defense announced Saturday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Governor of the Banadir Region and Mayor of Mogadishu, Dr. Hassan Mohamed Hussein (Muungaab), officially launched the reconstruction of Zoobe Road on Saturday, a key route that was severely damaged by recent heavy rains and flooding.

Last week's humiliating Government U-turn over planned £5 billion cuts to welfare has left the Prime Minister 'gravely wounded' and unlikely to lead the party into the next election, the allies said.

Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, long-time Southend resident Adam Ramet, 54, described the incident as 'absolutely dreadful'.

THIS WEEK marks 31 years since the passing of one of the most influential leaders of modern times, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, known simply as “the Rebbe”. The Rebbe was credited with engineering a global Jewish renaissance after the...

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Ana Brnabic has claimed that the organizers of an anti-government demonstration want to destroy the country Read Full Article at RT.com

Two men in Mchinji have been sentenced to 14 years in prison for tampering with Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi ESCOM infrastructure prompting the corporation to issue a fresh public appeal to assist in the fight against vandalisation. Pemphero Kafera Mbewe, aged 30, from Noti Village under Traditional Authority Kazyozyo, and Lloyd Peter, 30, from […] The post Duo Gets 14 Yrs Imprisonment for Vandalising ESCOM Infrastructure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The One NICO Top 12 Netball Cup is finally set to kick off in Blantyre today, a start to a promising and exciting eight weeks of netball action. The much-anticipated tournament will bring together 12 best netball teams in the country, all vying for the coveted title. In the opening ceremonial game, reigning champions Kukoma […] The post Clash of NICO Netball Giants on today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) has embarked on seeking extra strategy to enhance possible ways in ending exam malpractices through collaboration with other examination boards under the Southern Africa Association for Education Assessment (SAAEA). MANEB executive director Dorothy Nampota and board chairperson Samson Sajidu said this in Blantyre on Saturday during a meeting for […] The post MANEB Seeks Extra Plans To Ensure Clean Exams:Engages SAAEA For Strategic Plan Refine appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Continuing to criminalise drugs is «the right policy» for Singapore, said Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam, who was speaking on the sidelines of a community event in Nee Soon on Saturday (June 28).He told media that the government is looking at «possible outflows» to Singapore with cannabis set to be recriminalised in Thailand.The nexus between drugs, crime and terrorism needs to be looked at, he continued, touching on Singapore's increased security posture amid rising tensions over the Iran-Israel conflict.«We try to maintain our openness and our connectivity, and our business-friendly environment. It is a bit early to say what is going to happen, but we have to be more careful,» he added.On June 24, Thailand's Health Ministry issued an order which prohibited the sale of cannabis for recreational use, requiring a doctor's prescription for any retail purchase.

Eleven illegal massage establishments are being investigated after they were found operating under the guise of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinics, with one offering vice services.In a statement on Saturday (June 28), the police said they conducted enforcement operations on 181 TCM outlets between Feb 7 and April 14 following public feedback about unlicensed massage services and suspected vice activities.While most outlets checked were found to be in compliance with the law, 11 outlets were discovered to have non-certified TCM practitioners administering massages to customers.One clinic was also found to be offering vice services and a female employee was arrested for managing a place of assignation under the Women's Charter 1961.Investigations against the 11 non-compliant establishments are ongoing.Providing massage services without a valid licence carries severe penalties under Section 5(1) of the Massage Establishments Act 2017.If found guilty, offenders may be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to two years, or both.Repeat offenders can be fined up to $20,000, imprisoned for up to five years, or both.

Phone calls soliciting donations and personal information for this year's National Day Parade (NDP) are scam calls, said the NDP 2025 executive committee (Exco) on on Saturday (June 28).In an advisory posted to their Facebook page, the NDP 2025 Exco said that it is aware of a recent scam where scam callers pretend to be NDP 2025 representatives and ask for cash sponsorships and personal information.«Do not disclose any personal, business, or sponsorship information if you are unsure of the caller's identity or credibility,» the post stated.[embed]https://www.facebook.com/NDPeeps/posts/pfbid02KPof7q4cW4i72sdaTaL8xfwBzr22sLoGgtoPehyBWRmNXh3bMz59AUz4kpSu9nhLl[/embed]A recording of a scam call was shared with The Straits Times, during which the scammer impersonated a NDP 2025 representative and asked for a «small sponsorship of between $300 to $500».The scammer said that the donation would be exempted from tax, and that it would be used to help the NDP 2025 and future editions run successfully.Members of the public can send an email to ndp@defence.gov.sg to verify any doubts regarding the identity or credibility of such callers.

Russian Orthodox clerics have condemned the lowercase spelling of ‘God’, calling it disrespectful and rooted in Soviet-era atheism Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK culture secretary and Israeli Embassy have condemned anti-IDF chants during the Glastonbury Festival as incitement Read Full Article at RT.com

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman told RT that the nation’s nuclear program remains peaceful despite recent Israeli and US strikes Read Full Article at RT.com

Calls in Iran for the execution of the UN nuclear watchdog’s chief are unacceptable, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Shashi Tharoor appears to diverge from Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the RSS, acknowledging the historical context of Golwalkar's preference for Manusmriti while suggesting the RSS has evolved. This comes amid growing tensions between Tharoor and the Congress leadership, highlighted by cryptic social media posts and differing views on PM Modi's diplomacy, leading to indirect rebukes from party leaders.

A political storm has erupted in Maharashtra over the mandatory introduction of Hindi in schools. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde criticized Shiv Sena (UBT) for their shifting stance, while leaders like Aaditya Thackeray and Sharad Pawar opposed the move, citing concerns about overburdening students and sidelining the mother tongue.

Saquib Nachan, a convicted terrorist with links to ISIS, died at Safdarjung Hospital in New Delhi while undergoing treatment. Nachan, who was serving time in Tihar Jail, had been transferred to the hospital due to his deteriorating health. He was convicted for his involvement in the 2002-03 Mumbai bomb blasts and was allegedly involved in promoting ISIS activities in India.

The rally in central Belgrade gathered around 36,000 participants, according to Serbia’s interior ministry

Jean-Noel Barrot added that France and other EU countries are ready to improve the mechanisms of humanitarian aid distribution in the Gaza Strip

According to the IAEA director-general, Iran «used to have and still has, to some degree, capabilities in terms of treatment, conversion and enrichment of uranium» in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan

In US President words, the prime minister of Israel should not be «forced to sit in a Courtroom all day long, over nothing»