Deputy Commissioner Akash Bansal visited an anganwadi centre in Kapurthala to review the registration process for the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Scheme, which provides monthly financial aid of Rs 1,000 to eligible women and Rs 1,500 to SC women.
A 27-year-old man was crushed to death by a tipper in Phillaur. The family alleges the driver is linked to an AAP leader. The Punjab SC Commission has sought a report.
A blood bank employee was assaulted by two youths at Civil Hospital Phagwara. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident.
Lt. Col. Miles Middleton, a decorated Air Force test pilot, was among eight killed in a B-52 crash in California. He leaves behind wife Pam and two children; a GoFundMe supports them.
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Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar calls for stopping rural migration to cities for medical needs, emphasizing challenges in the medical profession.
Donald Trump reacted to reports of Lindsey Graham's skepticism on a potential Iran deal, joking the senator is in 'big trouble' before softening his remarks, sparking speculation on GOP divisions.
Fifteen people face charges in Minnesota for allegedly conspiring to obstruct federal immigration officers during ICE's Operation Metro Surge. Authorities link them to antifa groups, while activists claim it criminalizes dissent.
The Karnataka Backward Classes Commission informed the High Court that the caste survey report has not been disclosed to anyone, and its interim order has not been violated. The hearing was adjourned.
Police in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh, busted a sex racket involving blackmail and extortion. One of the arrested women has been undergoing HIV treatment for three years.
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Bombay High Court rules that a divorced wife cannot increase maintenance decreed before her husband's death, but can recover arrears and lifetime maintenance from his assets.
IndiGo and Air India Express start direct flights from Amritsar to Noida and Pune, boosting connectivity for pilgrims, tourists, and business travelers.
Himachal's hurried CBSE transition leaves 117 schools with severe staff shortages, forcing student migration. A cabinet sub-committee meets June 18 to address issues.
Iranian professor Elham Kadkhodaee warns it's too early for optimism on the US-Iran MoU, calling it a temporary ceasefire extension, not a comprehensive peace deal.
Varpal village in Amritsar boasts 45 gurdwaras, each built in memory of Sikh martyrs who fought Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1757. The village also has a rich history of sacrifice in the Jaito Morcha and World War II.
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Former arch-rivals Laxmi Kanta Chawla and Prof Darbari Lal now agree that corrupt politicians are yielding space to non-political entities like Cockroach Janta Party.
Vardhman Amrante, an Oswal Group venture, organized a blood donation camp in Ludhiana on World Blood Donor Day, attracting employees, residents, and local community members to boost blood reserves.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at 17 locations in Delhi, Mumbai, and Khandala linked to Suraksha Asset Reconstruction Company promoter Sudhir Valia and others in a bank fraud case involving Yes Bank's ex-co-promoter Rana Kapoor.
Amid reports of six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs joining Eknath Shinde's faction, Sanjay Raut denies claims, alleges Rs 15 crore offers. Shinde camp says operation in final stages.
CBI filed a chargesheet in Chandigarh court against 13 accused for misappropriating over Rs 75 crore from CREST funds, including IDFC First Bank officials and public servants.
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Chandigarh Police are yet to arrest the shooters who killed a chemist shop cashier in Sector 11. The weapon used is a Turkish Zigana pistol, and suspects are from J&K's Rajouri district.
Supreme Court directed two Ghaziabad hospitals to voluntarily compensate parents of a 4-year-old rape survivor who died due to treatment refusal, or face court-determined compensation.
PM Modi met US President Trump for the first time in 16 months at G7 in France, and held bilaterals with Canadian PM Mark Carney, UK PM Keir Starmer and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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The United States is emerging weaker militarily, diplomatically, and economically after the war with Iran, according to this opinion piece from the International New York Times.
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A viral clip from the G7 Summit shows Donald Trump seemingly ignoring Volodymyr Zelensky, sparking speculation about tensions ahead of Ukraine talks.
Mamta Rani, wife of gangster Sachin, was extradited from Russia and arrested by Ambala STF for providing financial and logistics support to a criminal gang.
Chandigarh Power Distribution Limited pledges to ensure reliable and uninterrupted power supply to city residents, enhancing service quality and infrastructure.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will launch a nationwide students' protest from Kota today, expanding the campaign beyond paper leaks to address broader education issues.
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti urges J&K administration to allow Muharram processions and provide facilities for mourners, calling it an integral part of the region's heritage.
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RSS held an eight-hour strategy meeting in Chandigarh for Punjab elections, expressing confidence in a breakthrough similar to Haryana and West Bengal. Key issues discussed include outreach to farmers, women, and deras.
