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Updated admit card not received yet: Father of NEET-UG candidate allotted Abu Dhabi centre refutes media reports

IANS | June 20, 2026 2:20 PM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Amid reports in a section of the media suggesting that the National Testing Agency (NTA) has resolved the issue of a NEET-UG 2026 re-test candidate from Nagpur being mistakenly allotted an examination centre in Abu Dhabi by giving him a revised admit card, the student's father on Saturday refuted the claims, saying no official communication or updated admit card had been received so far.

HM Shah launches Rs 1,445-crore Ambabai Temple development plan in Kolhapur

IANS | June 20, 2026 1:37 PM

Kolhapur, June 20 (IANS) Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Amit Shah, on Saturday launched the ambitious Rs 1,445.97 crore Shri Ambabai (Mahalaxmi) Temple Development Plan in Kolhapur.

India to host BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting on June 22-23

IANS | June 20, 2026 1:35 PM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) India will host the BRICS National Security Advisers’ Meeting on June 22-23 under its chairship, bringing together top security officials from member countries to deliberate on evolving global security challenges and strengthen cooperation on key strategic issues.

PM Modi in Mayurbhanj to attend event marking Odisha BJP govt’s 2 years in office

IANS | June 20, 2026 1:19 PM

Bhubaneswar, June 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday arrived at the helipad at Pahadpur village in Mayurbhanj district in a special Air Force helicopter on a one-day visit to Odisha.

Northeast region now home to global landmarks: FM Sitharaman

IANS | June 20, 2026 12:22 PM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday that the northeastern region is now home to global landmarks, showcasing sustainable and inclusive development.

From embassies to public grounds, Yoga Day preparations gain momentum nationwide

IANS | June 20, 2026 11:15 AM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) A day ahead of International Yoga Day, preparations are in full swing across the country, with political leaders, yoga practitioners, diplomats, and citizens coming together to celebrate the ancient Indian practice that has evolved into a global wellness movement.

Falta Police Station storming case: Jahangir Khan’s wife arrested by cops after absconding for 3 days

IANS | June 20, 2026 9:54 AM

Kolkata, June 20 (IANS) After remaining absconding for around three days since being identified as the mastermind behind the attempted storming of Falta Police Station in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal last Tuesday by some local Trinamool Congress workers, Regina Bibi, the wife of party leader Jahangir Khan was arrested by the police on Saturday morning.

Northeast steadily positioning itself as gateway for opportunity and engagement

IANS | June 20, 2026 9:46 AM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Twelve years of focused effort have reshaped the development landscape of the northeast and improvements in connectivity, energy, basic services, and livelihoods have worked together to create a stronger and more integrated region, according to an official fact-sheet on Saturday.

Need to empower MSMEs to become drivers of innovation, exports: Minister

IANS | June 20, 2026 9:31 AM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are central to achieving inclusive and sustainable economic development, according to Jitan Ram Manjhi, Minister of MSME.

NTA's nationwide mock drill today ahead of NEET-UG 2026 re-exam

IANS | June 20, 2026 9:22 AM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) The National Testing Agency (NTA) on Saturday began a nationwide mock drill as part of extensive preparations for the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination on Sunday, aimed at ensuring a secure and seamless conduct of the test.