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Ayodhya temple row: Trust accepts Champat Rai's resignation, appoints interim chief, asserts all artefacts safe (Roundup)

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:38 PM

Ayodhya, July 6 (IANS) In decisive moves at an extended meeting in the wake of the alleged donations embezzlement, the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on Monday accepted the resignations of General Secretary Champat Rai and trustee Anil Mishra, and promptly appointed retired Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer Krishna Mohan as the former's interim replacement to steer day-to-day operations of the iconic Ram Temple here

Citizenship process under CAA to be completed soon: HM Amit Shah

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:29 PM

Kolkata, July 6 (IANS) The process for granting citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) to genuine refugees from neighbouring countries facing religious persecution who are coming to India, including West Bengal, will be completed soon, announced Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday.

Sanjeev Jain appointed as India's next Ambassador to South Korea

IANS | July 6, 2026 8:54 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday announced that Sanjeev Jain has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to South Korea.

PoJK residents seek food, better living conditions, instead get reprisal

IANS | July 6, 2026 8:24 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) The ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) is not a sudden flare-up, but the culmination of decades of political marginalisation, economic injustice, and reprisal, meted out by the political and military masters in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Defence startup, ARDE jointly develop indigenous rifle in 100 days

IANS | July 6, 2026 8:05 PM

Hyderabad, July 6 (IANS) UGRAM 7.62x51 mm battle rifle, developed jointly by Hyderabad-based startup Dvipa Defence with ARDE, has completed key Army and Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) trials.

Ram Temple Trust reaffirms all artefacts are safe, denies any missing items: Key Takeaways

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:59 PM

Ayodhya, July 6 (IANS) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on Monday clarified that all religious and historical artefacts in its custody are safe and that all items are fully accounted for, dismissing reports and social media claims suggesting that sacred items were missing, and reaffirming that proper records are maintained and transparency is being upheld in the management of temple assets.

Adani Foundation joins Andhra Pradesh's P4 initiative to support livelihoods

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:54 PM

Kuppam (Andhra Pradesh), July 6 (IANS) The Adani Foundation on Monday partnered with the Andhra Pradesh government's flagship Public-Private-People Partnership (P4) initiative as a 'Margdarshi' (guide and enabling partner) to support economically vulnerable families, known as Bangaru Kutumbams, in Kuppam Mandal of the state's Chittoor district.

WhatsApp keeps 'username feature' launch on hold; wins more time to respond to govt notice

IANS | July 6, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Meta-backed messaging platform WhatsApp has assured the Indian government it will not roll out its proposed username feature in the country until ongoing consultations with authorities are completed, sources familiar with the matter said.

New FTAs fresh boost to manufacturing and innovation, open global opportunities for youth: Piyush Goyal

IANS | July 6, 2026 5:37 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday said India's new free trade agreements (FTAs) are creating fresh opportunities for manufacturing and innovation, opening doors for the country's youth to compete globally. He urged students to equip themselves with practical skills and embrace technology-driven learning to make the most of the emerging opportunities.

Uttar Pradesh: Jalalabad rechristened as Parshurampuri, Yogi cabinet approves proposal

IANS | July 6, 2026 4:20 PM

Lucknow, July 6 (IANS) Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh will now be known by a new name ‘Parshurampuri’. A decision to this effect was taken at the cabinet meeting, chaired by UP CM Yogi Adityanath on Monday.

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Ayodhya temple row: Trust accepts Champat Rai's resignation, appoints interim chief, asserts all artefacts safe (Roundup)

Citizenship process under CAA to be completed soon: HM Amit Shah

Sanjeev Jain appointed as India's next Ambassador to South Korea

PoJK residents seek food, better living conditions, instead get reprisal

Defence startup, ARDE jointly develop indigenous rifle in 100 days

Ram Temple Trust reaffirms all artefacts are safe, denies any missing items: Key Takeaways

Adani Foundation joins Andhra Pradesh's P4 initiative to support livelihoods

WhatsApp keeps 'username feature' launch on hold; wins more time to respond to govt notice

New FTAs fresh boost to manufacturing and innovation, open global opportunities for youth: Piyush Goyal

Uttar Pradesh: Jalalabad rechristened as Parshurampuri, Yogi cabinet approves proposal

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