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Twisha Sharma case: Court extends judicial custody of Giribala, son Samarth till June 30

IANS | June 16, 2026 2:13 PM

Bhopal, June 16 (IANS) A district court in Bhopal on Tuesday extended the judicial remand of retired district judge Giribala Singh and her son Samarth Singh till June 30 in connection with the death of former model and actor Twisha Sharma, whose demise under suspicious circumstances has remained under investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

'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".

Doctor's prescription now mandatory to buy cough syrups, say Centre's new guidelines (Lead)

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:57 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The Centre on Tuesday prohibited the over-the-counter (OTC) sale of syrup-based medicines, including cough syrups, without a doctor's prescription by amending the Drugs Rules, 1945.

Vacation turns tragic for Delhi couple, newlywed woman found dead in Mussoorie homestay

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:54 PM

Mussoorie, June 16 (IANS) What was meant to be a joyful vacation for a newlywed couple from Delhi turned into a tragedy after the wife was found dead under suspicious circumstances in a homestay room in Mussoorie, sending shockwaves through the local community and prompting a detailed police investigation.

Mule account supply gang busted by Delhi Cyber Police, ten arrested

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:48 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) In a major breakthrough against cybercrime, the Cyber Police Station of Delhi Police's East District on Tuesday busted a well-organised mule bank account supply racket involved in facilitating cyber frauds across the country, arresting ten persons and recovering several incriminating items, including POS machines, ATM cards, cheque books, and mobile phones.

ISI plans women-led recruitment network in J&K as terror pipeline dries up

Vicky Nanjappa | June 16, 2026 1:48 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) In recent months, Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) have launched separate women’s wings in Pakistan. Although these women recruits have not been used for terror operations such as suicide bombings, they have played a significant role in recruitment drives for both the Jaish and the Lashkar.

How EU-India FTA opens new doors to boost trade

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:45 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent four-nation tour of Europe, aimed partly at consolidating strategic relations with key European partners amid the changing geopolitical and trading landscape, has a greater significance in terms of diversifying India’s external economic engagement with access to wider markets, according to a new report.

Adani's Navi Mumbai, Guwahati Airports earn global honour for design and sustainability

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:39 PM

Mumbai, June 16 (IANS) Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) has strengthened its position as a leading airport infrastructure developer after two of its airports were featured in the prestigious Prix Versailles World’s Most Beautiful Airports List 2026, highlighting the company’s focus on creating globally benchmarked aviation hubs that contribute to economic growth, tourism and regional development.

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.

Vehicle insurance remains valid with E20 fuel use: Govt

IANS | June 16, 2026 1:19 PM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) The government on Tuesday debunked claims circulating on social media that the use of E20 fuel could lead to the rejection of vehicle insurance claims.

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Twisha Sharma case: Court extends judicial custody of Giribala, son Samarth till June 30

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

Doctor's prescription now mandatory to buy cough syrups, say Centre's new guidelines (Lead)

Vacation turns tragic for Delhi couple, newlywed woman found dead in Mussoorie homestay

Mule account supply gang busted by Delhi Cyber Police, ten arrested

ISI plans women-led recruitment network in J&K as terror pipeline dries up

How EU-India FTA opens new doors to boost trade

Adani's Navi Mumbai, Guwahati Airports earn global honour for design and sustainability

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

Vehicle insurance remains valid with E20 fuel use: Govt

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