Prime Minister Narendra Modi championed yoga as a unifying force during International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata. He emphasized its role in promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being for all ages, particularly highlighting 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing.' The Prime Minister urged making yoga a way of life, not just an annual event, and thanked Kolkata for its hospitality and cleanliness efforts.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to integrate yoga into their daily lives, not just observe it on a single day, during International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata. He emphasized yoga's role as a global movement fostering physical health, mental well-being, and emotional resilience for all ages, particularly highlighting 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, emphasizing «Yoga for Healthy Ageing» and its role in maintaining physical and mental well-being. Across India, Union ministers and chief ministers participated in mass yoga sessions, highlighting yoga's global reach and its contribution to a healthier, more vibrant nation. The day marked a collective global celebration of yoga's benefits.
Protesters at Jantar Mantar, demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination controversies, face water supply issues in restrooms. The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) highlighted the lack of basic facilities for demonstrators, contrasting it with the minister's situation. Meanwhile, the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination is underway nationwide, with CJP inviting aspirants to join their protest post-exam.
An Indian captain, Ajay Pant, has been arrested in the UK and charged with breaching sanctions after his Russian oil tanker was intercepted in the English Channel. The vessel, en route to India, was found to be stateless. Pant's family in Uttarakhand has appealed to the Indian government for his safe return, while authorities are coordinating efforts for his release.
CBSE's on-screen marking system for Class XII exams faces an uncertain future. The board will consult students, teachers, and parents before deciding on its continuation for 2027 and potential expansion to Class X. This review follows complaints about the system's debut, including scanning issues and unevaluated answers, and aims to address gaps exposed during recent exams and rebuild trust.
A classroom at Lahore's Aitchison College, once attended by leaders from undivided Punjab, now bridges India and Pakistan. A tribute to former Punjab CM Harcharan Singh Brar, funded by his 100-year-old schoolmate Syed Babar Ali, highlights enduring friendships forged before Partition. This initiative is part of a larger effort to remember the institution's pre-1947 past, honouring students and teachers scattered by history.
India's food regulator, FSSAI, is cracking down on misleading health claims on food and supplement labels. Products marketed as «natural,» «healthy,» or «no added sugar» are under scrutiny for potentially deceiving consumers. This intensified enforcement follows rising complaints and social media attention, aiming to ensure transparency and protect public health by urging consumers to look beyond catchy marketing phrases.
Over 8,500 pilgrims, predominantly Kashmiri Pandits, embarked on their journey from Jammu for the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela. The significant increase in registrations this year is attributed to a peaceful environment, enhanced security, and comprehensive arrangements. Officials have been stationed at various shrines across Kashmir to ensure smooth proceedings for the devotees participating in the revered yatra.
Ladakh's political groups, Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance, have called for a shutdown on June 23, accusing the Centre of reneging on agreements regarding legislative powers and constitutional safeguards. They warn of renewed agitation if their demands for full statehood and Sixth Schedule status are not met, emphasizing that public mobilization will proceed despite the Dalai Lama's upcoming visit.
Authorities have implemented extensive security measures for the NEET re-exam on June 21, including a ban on Telegram and Indian Air Force involvement in transporting question papers. Over 13,500 CCTV cameras, 51,000 jammers, and AI surveillance are in place. Massive police and paramilitary forces are deployed, with stringent biometric verification and mock drills conducted to ensure a fair and secure examination process nationwide.
BJP chief Nitin Nabin launched a three-day Punjab visit, emphasizing a vision for the state mirroring Maharaja Ranjit Singh's era. His tour, including prayers at the Golden Temple and a Jalandhar roadshow, signals intensified preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections. Nabin met with the Punjab BJP core committee to strategize on organizational strengthening and booth-level expansion, aiming to form a 'double-engine government' under PM Modi's leadership.
Nimbalkar was among the six MPs who stayed away from the June 17 meeting convened by the Uddhav Thackeray-led party. With Shiv Sena (UBT) holding nine seats in the Lok Sabha, the rebel faction requires the support of at least six MPs, or two-thirds of the parliamentary party, to avoid attracting provisions of the anti-defection law.
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The row began after Tharoor reportedly remarked that PM Modi had raised the issue of civilian sailors during interactions with US President Donald Trump. The comments drew criticism from the Congress, with Khera suggesting that Tharoor was attributing statements to the prime minister that were not reflected in official records.
The situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) has come to light, exposing serious governance challenges that undermine Pakistan's portrayal as a peace broker in the region. Protests began with economic discontent over rising electricity costs and inflation, swiftly evolving into calls for political reforms that would eliminate reserved seats for refugees in the PoK assembly.
A new Standard Operating Procedure has been launched for sea turtle conservation in Lakshadweep, offering a unified framework for management and monitoring. This initiative aims to protect all four major sea turtle species, which are legally protected. The SOP addresses nesting site security, migration tracking, and rescue protocols, building on the success of a decade-long ban on poaching that has boosted green turtle populations in the region.
Ahead of the NEET re-exam, Rahul Gandhi offered encouragement to students and urged the government to prevent further disruptions. He highlighted the stress faced by aspirants, referencing a case of a Nagpur student reportedly assigned an Abu Dhabi center, though the NTA clarified the student chose the option. Gandhi emphasized the need for a reliable examination system.
India, once concerned about a population boom, now faces a declining birth rate, with the Total Fertility Rate dropping to 1.9 children per woman, below the replacement level. This significant shift reflects women's increased educational attainment, career focus, and later marriages, leading to more personal choices about family planning. The narrative is evolving from population control to individual decisions, marking a societal transition.
The CBI will challenge the acquittal of nine individuals, including former NCP leader Padamsinh Patil, in the 2006 Pawanraje Nimbalkar double murder case. Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister confirmed the appeal to the Bombay High Court, citing disappointment with the special court's decision. The acquittal, nearly two decades after the murders, hinged on the unreliability of a key witness. This high-profile political murder case is set for further legal battle.
Highlighting the NTA's web-activity records, the test-conducting body said its record indicated that the city was changed through «candidate's own registered login credentials» during the open correction window. The NTA also claimed that the centre was previewed twice from the candidates' credentials. «Despite that NTA has accorded to aspirant’s request and the change of centre was actioned,» the body said.
