Maharashtra Clears Rs 1,722 Crore Versova-Bandra Sea Link Connector The Maharashtra cabinet sub-committee on infrastructure has approved a Rs 1,722.40 crore connector project linked to the under-construction Versova-Bandra Sea Link in Mumbai. The approved project will build a 3.55-km road connecting the Bandra Fort end of the Versova-Bandra Sea Link with the Savarkar Sea Bridge.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32: Qualified Teams, Third-Place Race Explained The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage is moving towards a tense finish as the new Round of 32 picture begins to take shape. With the tournament expanded to 48 teams, qualification is no longer limited only to group winners and runners-up. Under the new format, the top two teams from each of the 12 groups q

New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at strengthening medicine safety and improving supply chain transparency, the Centre has expanded its QR code-based tracking system to include vaccines, anti-cancer medicines, antimicrobials, and narcotic and psychotropic drugs. The Union Health Ministry has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945, by placing these categories of medicines under Schedule H2. The amendment makes it mandatory for

CM Vijay Joins Start Run Stop Drugs Run At Chennai Marina Chennai, June 26, 2026: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay flagged off and joined the “Start Run, Stop Drugs” anti-drug awareness run at Chennai’s Marina Beach on Friday, marking International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Source: YouTube

Ayodhya Donation Row: 8 Arrested After SIT Probe, Raut Seeks Silver Brick Inquiry New Delhi, June 26, 2026: The Ayodhya Ram Temple donation row has widened after police arrested eight people named in an FIR linked to the alleged embezzlement of donations and valuables received at the temple. The action came after a Special Investigation Team submitted its preliminary findings on alleged irregularities

New Delhi, June 26: Passport applicants in India will have to pay higher fees from July 1, 2026, as the government has revised charges for fresh passports, reissues and replacement of lost or damaged passports. Under the revised rules, a fresh or reissued ordinary 36-page passport will cost Rs 2,500, while the Tatkal fee for the same category has been increased to Rs 5,000. Passport Fees Revised From Jul

The parents of Siya Goyal have demanded the strictest legal action against their daughter if she is found guilty in the alleged murder of her fiancé, Ketan Agarwal. Despite their emotional appeal for justice, the family says they are still struggling to accept the accusations made against her. Speaking to the media, Siya's father, Praveen Goyal, said that if the allegations are proven in court, his daughter deserves the harshest punishment under the law. He stated that justice shou

Amit Shah Meets Murmu, Cabinet Reshuffle Buzz Grows New Delhi, June 26: Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s meeting with President Droupadi Murmu has triggered fresh political speculation over a possible reshuffle of the Union Council of Ministers, coming just two days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi also called on the President. While such meetings can be part of routine consti

Ram Charan’s recent visit to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan in Amaravati has become a major talking point across social media platforms. The meeting, held at the under-construction Jana Sena Party headquarters, quickly went viral after the actor shared photos and a message describing the evening as warm and meaningful.  A Family Visit That Drew Public Attention

CM Vijay Rides New Chennai Bus After Launching 300 Services, Video Goes Viral Chennai, June 26: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s ride on a newly launched government bus in Chennai has gone viral, with videos showing him interacting with the conductor, driver, and people after flagging off 300 new buses. The new fleet was launched as part of the Tamil Nadu government’s move t

A.R. Rahman has received the Academy of Achievement honour in Washington, with filmmaker Peter Jackson presenting him the prestigious Golden Plate Award. The recognition marks another major global milestone for the Oscar-winning Indian composer, whose music has travelled across languages, countries and generations. AR Rahman Receives Academy of Achievement Award In Washington Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman

Karnataka Creates Praja Seva Department To Improve Citizen Services The Karnataka government has created a new Praja Seva Department by merging key citizen-service and administrative reform wings under one structure. The move is aimed at improving public grievance redressal, simplifying government procedures, and making service delivery faster across the state. The decision was a

EPFO Portal Shutdown From June 26 To 28: What EPF Members Should Know Before Filing Claims The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation will temporarily shut down key online claim services from June 26 to June 28, 2026, as part of a planned system upgrade. EPF members who are planning to submit withdrawal, transfer, or claim requests during this period may need to wait until services resume on June 29.

QR Code On Medicines In India: Govt Expands Rule To Fight Fake Drugs The Indian government has made QR codes mandatory on several critical medicines, including vaccines, antibiotics, anti-cancer drugs, and psychotropic medicines, in a major step to curb fake drugs and improve medicine safety. The Health Ministry has notified amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945, expanding India’

Ex-TMC Leader Bakul Sheikh Paraded In Malda After Arrest In Multiple Criminal Cases Malda, June 25, 2026: Former Trinamool Congress Anchal President Bakul Sheikh was paraded publicly by police in West Bengal’s Malda district after his arrest in connection with multiple criminal cases, including alleged murder, loot, extortion, and kidnapping. The incident took place in Kaliacha