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Amid heavy rainfall, BMC tells Mumbaikars: Avoid stepping out of homes, don’t believe in rumours

IANS | July 6, 2026 11:14 AM

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Amid a red alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) for extremely heavy rainfall in the Mumbai metropolitan area, forecasting winds blowing at speeds of 80 to 90 kilometres per hour, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Monday appealed to the citizens to avoid stepping out of their homes unless necessary.

Ayodhya Temple donation theft row: Priyank Kharge targets RSS, BJP

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:57 AM

Bengaluru, July 6 (IANS) Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and the BJP after the RSS appealed to the public to exercise restraint over the alleged theft of cash offerings from donation boxes at the newly built Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya.

His message of peace, harmony has been guiding force for people across world: PM Modi on Dalai Lama's birthday

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:29 AM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm birthday greetings to the Dalai Lama and said that his message of peace and harmony has been a guiding force for people across the world.

Tibetans, millions of followers celebrate 91st birthday of Dalai Lama

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:29 AM

Dharamsala, July 6 (IANS) Tibetans and millions of followers worldwide celebrated the 91st birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama on Monday and wished him a long and healthy life.

Heavy rainfall disrupts normal life in Mumbai; rail services hit, routes closed

IANS | July 6, 2026 10:04 AM

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Continuous heavy rainfall has severely affected normal life in Mumbai and adjoining regions, prompting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to issue a weather advisory warning of intense rainfall, strong winds, and high tides. Railway services have also been disrupted due to waterlogging and landslides, while authorities have urged citizens to avoid travelling between Mumbai and Pune until further notice.

Monsoon fury: Mumbai University cancels exams; Dabbawalas suspend services today

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:56 AM

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) In light of the severe weather conditions and prioritising student safety, Mumbai University has cancelled all examinations scheduled for Monday (July 6). The university administration stated that the revised dates for these exams will be announced soon on their official website.

ECI issues notification for July 30 bypolls to three Assembly seats in Bihar, MP, Gujarat

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:56 AM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Monday issued the official notification for the by-elections to three Assembly constituencies in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, setting the stage for polling later this month.

Syama Prasad Mookerjee was leader of intellect, public service, moral conviction: PM Modi

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:33 AM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid rich tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, describing him as one of the few leaders in modern India who represented a unique "confluence of intellect, public service and moral conviction."

India auto industry sees best June ever, retails over 25.5 lakh units at 21.83 pc growth

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:22 AM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) The Indian auto industry saw best June ever recorded, retailing 25,57,234 units last month which is a robust 21.83 per cent year-on-year growth and a 1.03 per cent rise over May, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) data showed on Monday.

His vision continues to guide India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat: PM Modi on Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s birth anniversary

IANS | July 6, 2026 9:16 AM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tributes to Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, remembering his contribution to nation-building, India's unity and integrity, and his enduring legacy in public life.

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Amid heavy rainfall, BMC tells Mumbaikars: Avoid stepping out of homes, don’t believe in rumours

Ayodhya Temple donation theft row: Priyank Kharge targets RSS, BJP

His message of peace, harmony has been guiding force for people across world: PM Modi on Dalai Lama's birthday

Tibetans, millions of followers celebrate 91st birthday of Dalai Lama

Heavy rainfall disrupts normal life in Mumbai; rail services hit, routes closed

Monsoon fury: Mumbai University cancels exams; Dabbawalas suspend services today

ECI issues notification for July 30 bypolls to three Assembly seats in Bihar, MP, Gujarat

Syama Prasad Mookerjee was leader of intellect, public service, moral conviction: PM Modi

India auto industry sees best June ever, retails over 25.5 lakh units at 21.83 pc growth

His vision continues to guide India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat: PM Modi on Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s birth anniversary

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