Pakistan: Imran Khan's sister raises fresh questions over former PM's treatment

IANS | June 16, 2026 5:25 PM

Islamabad, June 16 (IANS) Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister, Aleema Khan, has raised questions over the medical treatment being provided to her brother, making it clear that they will be rejecting any medical report issued by Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS). Aleema Khan also called for immediate restoration of Imran Khan's lawful rights as a prisoner, with access to independent and professional medical treatment in presence of family as the highest and most urgent priority.

Rabri Devi seeks one-month extension to vacate 10 Circular Road residence

IANS | June 16, 2026 3:59 PM

Patna, June 16 (IANS) Former Chief Minister of Bihar and Leader of Opposition in the Bihar Legislative Council, Rabri Devi, has requested a one-month extension to vacate the government residence at 10 Circular Road in Patna after the 15-day deadline issued by the administration expired.

Aadhaar-based biometric attendance made mandatory in UP madrasas, Muslim clerics welcome move

IANS | June 16, 2026 3:43 PM

Lucknow, June 16 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government’s directive for compulsory Aadhaar-based biometric attendance in madrasas has been welcomed by Muslim clerics, who view it as a positive and progressive move to plug the gaps in the existing system.

TN expands crop loan waiver, loans up to Rs 75,000 fully written off

IANS | June 16, 2026 3:15 PM

Chennai, June 16 (IANS) Yielding to demands from farmers’ organisations and political parties, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Tuesday announced a major expansion of the state's crop loan waiver scheme, extending full relief to crop loans up to Rs 75,000 availed through cooperative banks by small, marginal, and other farmers.

Bhagwant Mann’s ‘profane’ act draws all-round condemnation, BJP demands resignation

IANS | June 16, 2026 3:06 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s alleged act of sacrilege, pertaining to Sikh Gurus’ images, has drawn widespread condemnation and denunciation from all quarters. Both the BJP and Congress took strong objection to his 'religious misconduct' and justified his labelling as “Guru Drohi” and “anti-Khalsa Panth” by the Akal Takht, the highest temporal authority of the Sikh community.

'7 MPs of SS(UBT) willing to switch sides': Shiv Sena MLC amid growing buzz over ‘Operation Tiger’

IANS | June 16, 2026 2:59 PM

Mumbai, June 16 (IANS) Amid the buzz and speculation over ‘Operation Tiger’ intensifying in Maharashtra, suggesting more MPs and MLAs are ready to abandon the Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena camp, a startling claim from SS (Shinde camp) MLC Krupal Tumane has sent political temperatures soaring within the Opposition ranks.

'Recognition for all Indians': NDA leaders hail PM Modi's Slovak honour

IANS | June 16, 2026 2:11 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) A day after Slovakia conferred its highest honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his state visit to the Central European nation, NDA leaders described it as a "recognition for crores of Indians".

Annamalai criticises ‘military-style‘ security for NEET retest, warns of added stress on students

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:38 PM

Chennai, June 16 (IANS) 'We The Leaders' founder K. Annamalai on Tuesday criticised the extensive security arrangements announced for the NEET retest scheduled on June 21, arguing that the measures could increase anxiety among students instead of restoring confidence in the examination process.

Kerala BJP councillor Sreelekha accuses two Shane Nigam films of plagiarising her stories

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:18 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, June 16 (IANS) Kerala’s first woman Director General of Police and now BJP councillor R. Sreelekha has alleged that the stories of Malayalam actor Shane Nigam’s films 'Dridham' and 'Bhoothakaalam' were copied from her works.

'12 years of Naya Bharat Nirman’: PM Modi reiterates focus on next-gen infrastructure

IANS | June 16, 2026 12:45 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Marking '12 years of Naya Bharat Nirman,' Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the past decade has witnessed record infrastructure development across the country and reaffirmed the government's commitment to building next-generation infrastructure to realise the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat.'

Politics

Pakistan: Imran Khan's sister raises fresh questions over former PM's treatment

Rabri Devi seeks one-month extension to vacate 10 Circular Road residence

Aadhaar-based biometric attendance made mandatory in UP madrasas, Muslim clerics welcome move

TN expands crop loan waiver, loans up to Rs 75,000 fully written off

Bhagwant Mann’s ‘profane’ act draws all-round condemnation, BJP demands resignation

'7 MPs of SS(UBT) willing to switch sides': Shiv Sena MLC amid growing buzz over ‘Operation Tiger’

'Recognition for all Indians': NDA leaders hail PM Modi's Slovak honour

Annamalai criticises ‘military-style‘ security for NEET retest, warns of added stress on students

Kerala BJP councillor Sreelekha accuses two Shane Nigam films of plagiarising her stories

'12 years of Naya Bharat Nirman’: PM Modi reiterates focus on next-gen infrastructure

LATEST NEWS

FIFA WC: ‘This has changed me as a person,' says Haaland reflecting on maiden World Cup campaign

Dhanush, Mammootty-starrer Om's final schedule begins in Malaysia

Prince, Bishnoi replace injured Rana, Chakaravarthy in India's white-ball squads for ENG and ZIM series

FIFA WC: Haaland's dad claims Norway were ‘robbed' after QF loss to England

Mortal remains of 15 Indian nationals killed in Vietnam boat capsize being transported to Ho Chi Minh City for repatriation

Shweta Mohan: I rate Janaki amma as the best singer this world has ever seen!

Kalpana Iyer recalls career struggles: ‘I had to endure disrespect and settle for mediocre roles’

FIFA WC: ‘It’s just a football match’, Scaloni plays down Argentina-England rivalry ahead of semis

Ram Kapoor apologises to Shilpa Shinde

Yellamaraju, Theegala slip as bad weather halts Scottish Open third round