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SIT has full freedom, says RSS leader on Ram Temple donation probe; warns against politicising matter

IANS | June 28, 2026 12:17 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) RSS National Executive Member Indresh Kumar on Sunday said the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged embezzlement of donations and 'chadhava' (offerings) at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya has been given complete freedom to investigate the matter, while urging people not to politicise the issue and expressing confidence that any wrongdoing would be dealt with strictly.

Women in Rajgarh turn plastic waste into symbol of urban beauty: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | June 28, 2026 12:14 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) In his latest edition of 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted an inspiring grassroots effort from Biora of Rajgarh district, where local women have transformed plastic waste into a powerful tool for environmental conservation and urban beautification.

Rajbhar targets Akhilesh again, alleges biased fund use favouring select localities

IANS | June 28, 2026 12:03 PM

Lucknow, June 28 (IANS) Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) president Om Prakash Rajbhar, and a Minister in the Uttar Pradesh government, on Sunday, once again targeted Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, this time accusing him of discrimination in the utilisation of MP funds.

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights Centre's social security schemes for financial protection

IANS | June 28, 2026 11:55 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the 135th episode of his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat', on Sunday, highlighted how the Centre is extending a "protective shield" through insurance schemes to crores of families across the country.

Strength of 'janbhagidari' in India: PM Modi on people's support for fuel saving, no-gold-buy appeals

IANS | June 28, 2026 11:40 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Sunday that during the global energy crisis, the support people showed for his appeal to conserve fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and decrease gold purchases demonstrates the strength of 'janbhagidari' (people's participation) in India.

Three children die in 48 hours as cerebral malaria cases surge in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum

IANS | June 28, 2026 11:22 AM

Jamshedpur, June 28 (IANS) At least three children have died in the last 48 hours in the Potka block of the East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand due to Cerebral (brain) malaria, officials said on Sunday.

India's achievements in security, Atmanirbharta fill us with immense pride, says PM Modi

IANS | June 28, 2026 11:21 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that India has accomplished several achievements across the field of security and 'Atmanirbharta' (self-reliance) in the month of June, filling every citizen with immense pride.

Kolkata businessman kidnapped, robbed by fake CID officers in moving SUV

IANS | June 28, 2026 11:08 AM

Kolkata, June 28 (IANS) A businessman from North 24 Parganas in West Bengal was allegedly kidnapped and robbed in a moving car by unidentified men posing as Criminal Investigation Department (CID) officers in central Kolkata, police said on Sunday.

PM Modi's tenure a period of stability and progress for India, says Sharmistha Mukherjee (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | June 28, 2026 10:53 AM

Gurugram, June 28 (IANS) Sharmistha Mukherjee, the daughter of former President Pranab Mukherjee, has stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership has been characterised by stability and progress, even amid global uncertainty.

Former DGHS Dr Vatsala Agarwal arrested in multi-crore medical procurement scam

IANS | June 28, 2026 10:48 AM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Delhi government has arrested former Director General of Health Services (DGHS) Dr Vatsala Aggarwal in connection with a multi-crore alleged medical procurement scam involving irregularities in the purchase of medicines, surgical items, and medical equipment.

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SIT has full freedom, says RSS leader on Ram Temple donation probe; warns against politicising matter

Women in Rajgarh turn plastic waste into symbol of urban beauty: PM Modi in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Rajbhar targets Akhilesh again, alleges biased fund use favouring select localities

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi highlights Centre's social security schemes for financial protection

Strength of 'janbhagidari' in India: PM Modi on people's support for fuel saving, no-gold-buy appeals

Three children die in 48 hours as cerebral malaria cases surge in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum

India's achievements in security, Atmanirbharta fill us with immense pride, says PM Modi

Kolkata businessman kidnapped, robbed by fake CID officers in moving SUV

PM Modi's tenure a period of stability and progress for India, says Sharmistha Mukherjee (IANS Exclusive)

Former DGHS Dr Vatsala Agarwal arrested in multi-crore medical procurement scam

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