Ashok Gehlot cannot move beyond Sachin Pilot: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, June 6 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Saturday took a sharp dig at former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, saying the senior Congress leader’s comments often reflect his preoccupation with Sachin Pilot. The remarks came in response to Gehlot’s recent statement regarding the Manesar incident, in which he accused the Bharatiya Janata Party […]
‘Ignore rumours’: NTA vows fair NEET-UG 2026 re-test on June 21
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Reiterating its commitment to conduct a fair, secure and credible exam, the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday advised all National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test-Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2026 re-examination aspirants to ignore rumours about an alleged “leak” ahead of the June 21 test. The Agency said the integrity of the examination process is […]
Delhi Police deny reports of FIR against Jantar Mantar protesters
New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Delhi Police on Saturday clarified that no FIR has been registered against supporters of the ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ who staged a protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak issue. In a post on social media, Delhi Police said: “Certain […]
Don’t underestimate ‘cockroaches’, govt must not ignore youths’ outcry: Uddhav Thackeray
Mumbai, June 6 (IANS) Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday warned the government not to underestimate “cockroaches” and said it should not ignore the outcry of young men and women who have taken to the streets. He was commenting on the protest organised by the youth at Jantar Mantar in New […]
CM Yadav hints at BJP eyeing third Rajya Sabha seat in MP
Indore, June 6 (IANS) State Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday indicated that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is confident of securing the third Rajya Sabha seat from Madhya Pradesh, responding in his signature witty style when asked about the electoral battle. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of a press conference in Indore, Yadav […]
Manipur govt to push organic farming in line with PM Modi’s vision
Imphal, June 6 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Saturday stressed the need for greater adoption of organic fertilisers, saying their use should be promoted in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture. The Chief Minister said excessive dependence on chemical fertilisers poses risks to human health […]
Operation Kavach: Hyderabad Police conduct massive midnight raids across 562 hotels and lodges
Hyderabad, June 6 (IANS) In a major effort to strengthen internal security and curb anti-social activities, the Hyderabad City Police launched a large-scale security operation titled “Operation Kavach”. The coordinated Friday midnight raids covered 562 hotels and lodges across the city, with nearly 5,000 police personnel participating in the extensive search operation, said the police […]
Bahrain and Kuwait say targeted by Iran, denounce ‘blatant aggression’ and ‘dangerous escalation’
DUBAI(RAHNUMA): Bahrain condemned on Saturday the latest Iranian attack against its territory and neighboring Kuwait, saying the two Gulf countries intercepted seven missiles fired by Iran. The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned what it described as “Iran’s aggression against the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, and affirms that security is not […]
Iran FM urges Lebanon president to save country from ‘real foe’
TEHRAN(RAHNUMA): Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged on Saturday Lebanese president Joseph Aoun, who had criticized Tehran for interfering in his country, to save Lebanon from its “real foe.” “Based on Mr. Aoun’s comments, one would think it’s Iran that has occupied 1/5 of Lebanon, displaced 1/4 of Lebanese and bombing his country on daily […]
Jordan welcomes UK decision easing travel advice
AMMAN(RAHNUMA): Jordan’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities on Saturday welcomed the UK’s decision to update its travel advice and reclassify most parts of the kingdom as safe for travel. In a statement, the ministry said the move reflects Jordan’s security and stability and reinforces its position as a destination for tourists from around the world. […]
