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From Hunger to Obesity: Vellore Study Reveals India’s Growing Child Malnutrition Challenge

A long-term study conducted in an urban slum in Vellore has revealed that Indian children are increasingly facing a dual burden of malnutrition, with undernutrition and obesity coexisting during childhood, raising concerns about the country's future health outcomes.

UP Begins District-Wise Audit Of School Library Books Under PM SHRI Scheme

The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a district-wise verification exercise to review the supply and payment records of books procured for libraries in selected council-run schools under the Samagra Shiksha and PM SHRI schemes.

Police Deny Permission For Mamata Banerjee’s June 2 Protest In Kolkata

A political controversy has erupted in Kolkata ahead of Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee’s proposed sit-in protest scheduled for June 2. The TMC has alleged that police denied permission for the programme at Rani Rashmoni Avenue

Giant Messi Statue Removed From Kolkata After Safety Concerns

A massive 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi was removed from Lake Town in Kolkata on Monday after officials found it had become structurally unsafe. The Public Works Department (PWD) used a hydraulic crane to carefully dismantle the monument and transport it on a truck.

Firing At Rajasthan Mining Protest Sparks Panic

A violent clash broke out on Monday in the Ajitpura-Kujeta area of Rajasthan’s Kotputli-Behror district when unidentified men allegedly attacked villagers protesting against illegal mining operations. According to police, the assailants opened fire on protesters gathered at a sit-in demonstration

India-US Trade Deal First Tranche Likely To Be Signed Soon: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday expressed confidence that the first tranche of the India-US bilateral trade agreement will be signed soon. Speaking at a press conference, he said that most major issues have already been resolved and discussions are now in the final stages.

TMC Expels Two MLAs, Fresh Controversy Erupts Over Party Documents

Fresh political turmoil has surfaced within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) after MLAs Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha were expelled from the party. The decision has sparked controversy, with Saha publicly challenging the party’s internal processes

Cuttack Market Blaze Destroys Shops, Charred Cash Worth Lakhs

major fire broke out at a fish market in the Press Chhak area of Cuttack, Odisha, during the early hours of Monday, destroying more than 30 shops and damaging a bank branch located in the same building.

ECI Announces Poll Schedule For 27 Rajya Sabha, Council Seats

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday announced the election schedule for 27 seats across the Rajya Sabha and state legislative councils in three states. The elections are aimed at filling vacant positions in the upper houses of Parliament and state legislatures.

Nepal PM Balen Sparks Row With Claim On India-Nepal Border Encroachments

A political controversy erupted in Nepal after Prime Minister Balendra Shah made remarks on the long-standing India-Nepal border dispute during his first appearance in the ongoing parliamentary session.

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Tejashwi Yadav Questions Bharat Tiwari Encounter

Political tensions have intensified in Bihar over the police encounter of Bharat Tiwari, with Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav alleging that the operation was carried out with the knowledge or approval of senior members of the state government.

BJP Targets Priyanka, Robert Vadra Over Uttarakhand Land Row

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday alleged that Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her husband Robert Vadra were linked to an attempt to take possession of a four-acre land parcel in Uttarakhand.

Bomb Threat at ISRO HQ Turns Out to Be Hoax

The headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru received a bomb threat via email on Thursday, prompting an immediate security response.

Family Alleges Foul Play in Indian Sailor’s Death in Venezuela

The family of Indian sailor Rakesh Chauhan has alleged that he died under suspicious circumstances in Venezuela and accused the shipping company of withholding crucial information about his death.

TVK Gets Major Boost as AIADMK Leaders Switch Sides

Three former AIADMK ministers—Dr C Vijayabaskar, M R Vijayabaskar and M S M Anandan—joined the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday along with several supporters in the presence of the party's general secretary 'Bussy' N Anand at Mamallapuram.

60-Year-Old Trapped in Open Manhole During BMC Work

A 60-year-old man, identified as Aslam Sheikh, reportedly fell into an open manhole in Mumbai's Sakinaka area on Thursday, triggering a major rescue operation.

India, Japan Sign First Defence Co-Development Deal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday unveiled a series of strategic initiatives spanning defence, technology, clean energy and mobility after holding the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi.

Bihar, MP and Gujarat to Vote in By-Elections

The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Thursday announced the schedule for by-elections to three Assembly constituencies in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

Vande Bharat Sleeper Arrives in Bengaluru: India’s Fastest Overnight Train Set for Launch Soon

India’s second Vande Bharat Sleeper train has officially arrived at the KSR Bengaluru Railway Station, marking a major milestone ahead of its highly anticipated commercial launch.

Pune Murder Case: Siya Goyal May Face Lie Detector Test

A court has approved a polygraph (lie detector) test for accused Siya Goyal in the alleged murder of Pune-based developer Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort. Investigators sought the test, saying it could help verify statements and generate fresh leads in a case that currently relies largely on circumstantial evidence.

Amarnath Yatra 2026 Begins as First Batch Leaves Jammu

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday flagged off the first batch of over 5,000 pilgrims for the 2026 Amarnath Yatra from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu under a multi-layered security cover.

Savarkar’s Release Was Due to Public Pressure: Grandnephew

Hindutva ideologue V D Savarkar's release from British imprisonment was the result of growing public pressure and not the mercy petitions he submitted, his grandnephew Satyaki Savarkar told a Pune court on Wednesday.

Viral Cash Photo Puts Ayodhya Probe Under Spotlight

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is expected to visit Ayodhya as part of the ongoing investigation involving accused Avinash Shukla.

IIT Indore Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply For 44 Assistant Professor Posts Till July 21

The special recruitment drive aims to fill backlog vacancies across Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, Mathematics and Innovation disciplines. Check eligibility, salary and application process.

Cabinet Approves ₹14,115 Crore Highway Projects For Delhi And Uttar Pradesh

The Union Cabinet has approved two major highway infrastructure projects worth a combined ₹14,115 crore to enhance road connectivity in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.

Shimla Agreement At 54: How Pakistan’s Cross-Border Terror And Kashmir Stand Have Tested The 1972 Peace Pact

More than five decades after India and Pakistan signed the Shimla Agreement, debates continue over its interpretation, with terrorism, disinformation and Kashmir remaining key points of contention.

India-EU Free Trade Agreement Likely By End-2026, Could Take Effect In Early 2027: EU Envoy

EU Ambassador Herve Delphin says the long-awaited India-EU FTA is in its final stages, with legal vetting underway and both sides aiming to sign the agreement before the end of the year.

Kedarnath Helicopter Services Suspended Amid Heavy Rain

Helicopter services for the Kedarnath Dham Yatra have been suspended until further notice due to adverse weather conditions caused by the monsoon, the Rudraprayag district administration announced on Wednesday.

Centre Assures Flood-Hit Arunachal of Full Support

The Centre on Wednesday assured Arunachal Pradesh of full support for relief, rehabilitation and long-term flood mitigation as the death toll from flash floods and landslides rose to four.

26 Lakh Annapurna Yojana Applications Rejected in Bengal

The West Bengal government has transferred the first installment of financial assistance under the Annapurna Yojana to nearly 1.1 crore women beneficiaries, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced during the launch of the scheme in Kolkata.