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Court Extends Deadline in 'Kafir' Screenshot Case During Vadakara Election

A court has extended the deadline for submitting a report concerning the alleged circulation of a fake screenshot during the Vadakara Lok Sabha election. The screenshot falsely labelled LDF candidate K.K. Shailaja as 'kafir' to provoke communal discord.

18 Jun 2026

TMC's Merger with Congress Discussed Amidst INDIA Alliance Meet

Discussions surrounding a potential merger of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) with the Indian National Congress took place during a meeting of the INDIA Alliance.

18 Jun 2026

Shaswat Banerjee Tops WBJEE 2026; Rank Cards Available Today

Shaswat Banerjee has secured the first position in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) 2026 General Merit Rank list. Rank cards are scheduled to be released from 4 PM onwards.

18 Jun 2026

NTA Issues Advisory, Stress Helpline for Re-NEET Amid Student Concerns

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released an advisory and a stress helpline for students appearing for the re-NEET examination, emphasizing that the exam will proceed as scheduled.

18 Jun 2026

Shiv Sena Rebels' Merger Plan Rejected by Lok Sabha Speaker

Six Shiv Sena MPs who sought to break away from the party have had their demands for a merger and seat change reportedly rejected by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

18 Jun 2026

ED Arrests Ex-Andhra Minister's Son in Liquor Transport Scam Probe

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested the son of a former Andhra Pradesh minister in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities in liquor transportation contracts.

18 Jun 2026

Six Shiv Sena (UBT) Rebel MPs Get Y+ Security Cover

In a significant security enhancement, six Members of Parliament belonging to the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) faction have been granted Y+ security cover. The decision comes amid ongoing speculation regarding internal party dissent.

18 Jun 2026

Navi Mumbai: 8 Booked for Rs 1.73 Crore Shipping Job Fraud

Thane Police have registered a case against eight individuals, including shipping firm owners and employees, accused of defrauding 75 job seekers of over Rs 1.73 crore.

18 Jun 2026

Kejriwal: Banning Telegram Won't Stop Exam Paper Leaks

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal stated that banning the messaging application Telegram is not an effective solution to prevent exam paper leaks. He suggested the authorities lack seriousness in addressing the issue.

18 Jun 2026

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's PSO Removed; TMC Alleges Vindictive Politics

The long-serving Personal Security Officer of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has reportedly been removed, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the Trinamool Congress.

18 Jun 2026

Mamata Banerjee Attends INDIA Alliance Meeting Amidst Speculation

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee attended a meeting of the INDIA alliance, a development that has sparked discussions about her party's future role within the coalition.

18 Jun 2026

Supreme Court Adjourns NEET-UG Re-test Plea Hearing Post July

The Supreme Court has deferred the hearing of a plea challenging the NEET-UG re-test to a date after July 13. The re-test is currently scheduled for June 21.

18 Jun 2026