Breaking News Highlights Updates: Lionel Messi creates World Cup history with record 17th goal for Argentina
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Breaking News Highlights Updates: Lionel Messi creates World Cup history with record 17th goal for Argentina.
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Breaking News Highlights Updates: Lionel Messi became the leading scorer in World Cup history when the Argentina captain netted against Austria on Monday to take his total to 17 goals.
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6 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs join Shinde faction
All six Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MPs join Eknath Shinde-led ruling Shiv Sena faction. Eknath Shinde in a press conference said that one “family” is merging into another real Shiv Sena family—the one that follows Balasaheb Thackeray’s legacy—and he welcomed the joining members as part of what he called the “real family.” He added that the 2022 rebellion was undertaken to protect Shiv Sena and Balasaheb Thackeray’s ideology, and described the current development as a “second step” centered on Hindutva ideology. Shinde further stated that he welcomes the six MPs, praising their individual strengths and noting that they interacted with party workers despite attempts by some to dissuade them, which they ignored.
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6 Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs join Shinde faction
All six Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MPs join Eknath Shinde-led ruling Shiv Sena faction. Eknath Shinde in a press conference said that one “family” is merging into another real Shiv Sena family—the one that follows Balasaheb Thackeray’s legacy—and he welcomed the joining members as part of what he called the “real family.” He added that the 2022 rebellion was undertaken to protect Shiv Sena and Balasaheb Thackeray’s ideology, and described the current development as a “second step” centered on Hindutva ideology. Shinde further stated that he welcomes the six MPs, praising their individual strengths and noting that they interacted with party workers despite attempts by some to dissuade them, which they ignored.
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12:31:28 AM IST, 23 Jun 2026
Here's the wrap for today:
- Messi sets World Cup scoring record with 17th goal
- Tata Electronics cyber breach: Apple, Tesla secrets exposed claim
- X down for thousands of users globally, Downdetector shows
- UP CM announces Rs 5 lakh aid for Aliganj fire victims’ families & Rs 50,000 for injured
- CBI arrests ex-CEOs of RCFL, RHFL in Rs 7,500-cr fraud case
- UK Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham sworn in as MP
- Lucknow building fire toll goes up to 15, seven injured
- All six Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MPs join Eknath Shinde-led ruling Shiv Sena faction
12:10:59 AM IST, 23 Jun 2026
3 arrested in Lucknow fire tragedy case
Three people have been arrested in connection with the fire incident at a building in Lucknow's Aliganj area that claimed 15 lives: Police.
11:22:02 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Messi sets World Cup scoring record with 17th goal
Lionel Messi became the leading scorer in World Cup history when the Argentina captain netted against Austria on Monday to take his total to 17 goals.
Messi had equalled Miroslav Klose's all-time mark of 16 World Cup goals when hitting a hat-trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria to open his country's title defence in North America last week.
Messi had equalled Miroslav Klose's all-time mark of 16 World Cup goals when hitting a hat-trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria to open his country's title defence in North America last week.
11:17:34 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Hemant Soren mourns Lucknow coaching fire victims
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren posts, "The news of the tragic fire incident at a coaching institute located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, is extremely heartbreaking. May Marang Buru grant peace to the souls of the departed children and give strength to the grieving families to bear this unbearable sorrow. I pray for the swift recovery of the children and others injured in the accident."
10:13:38 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow fire: UP CM orders 2-member SIT probe, report in 7 days
Following a high-level meeting on the Lucknow fire tragedy, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered the formation of a two-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) comprising Amrit Abhijat, Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Religious Affairs and Culture Department, and Praveen Kumar, Additional Director General of Police, Lucknow Zone. The SIT has been directed to submit its report within seven days
09:17:31 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Tata Electronics cyber breach: Apple, Tesla secrets exposed claim
Tata Electronics said on Monday it had detected a recent "cybersecurity incident", after researchers said World Leaks posted purported component design and specification papers of Apple and Tesla, both customers of the Indian group. The ransomware group has posted more than 200,000 files on the dark web, the security researchers told Reuters.
09:07:54 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
If Mamata Banerjee wants to be chief advisor (of rebel TMC faction), she is most welcome
- LoP in Bengal assembly Ritabrata Banerjee
08:13:45 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
X down for thousands of users globally, Downdetector shows
Elon Musk's X was down for thousands of users globally on Monday, according to Downdetector.com. There were more than 9,800 reports of issues with the social media platform, as of 10:18 a.m. ET, according to Downdetector. Downdetector tracks outages by collating status reports from a number of sources. The actual number of affected users may differ from what is shown, as the reports are submitted by users.
07:59:07 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UP CM announces Rs 5L aid for Aliganj fire victims
Uttar Pradesh CM announced financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the deceased in the Aliganj coaching centre fire incident. Financial aid of Rs 50,000 each was announced for the injured: CMO
07:40:57 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
CBI arrests ex-CEOs of RCFL, RHFL in Rs 7,500-cr fraud case
CBI arrests former CEOs of RCFL, RHFL in connection with alleged Rs 7500-crore bank fraud: Officials
07:33:10 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UK Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham sworn in as MP
The frontrunner to be the UK's next prime minister, Andy Burnham, was sworn in as a member of parliament Monday, a key step in his bid to replace Keir Starmer. Starmer announced his resignation as prime minister on Monday after fewer than two years in office, as calls mounted for the unpopular leader to step down after Burnham won a vital by-election last week.
06:59:53 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow Fire: Rajnath Singh to visit site, 15 dead
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to shortly leave for Lucknow. He will visit the spot where a massive fire broke out today claiming the lives of 14 people
06:46:18 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow fire: 15 students killed, probe on
Lucknow Fire Tragedy: Authorities have cordoned off the affected area and deployed police personnel at the incident site as investigations are underway.
Fifteen students were "brought dead" at a hospital in Lucknow and seven injured were undergoing treatment after a massive fire blazed through a three-floor commercial building housing an animation centre in a residential area in north Lucknow on a busy Monday afternoon, trapping several people.
Fifteen students were "brought dead" at a hospital in Lucknow and seven injured were undergoing treatment after a massive fire blazed through a three-floor commercial building housing an animation centre in a residential area in north Lucknow on a busy Monday afternoon, trapping several people.
06:20:31 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
I4C issues alert on CEO impersonation scam
The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) today issued an advisory regarding an emerging trend in cybercrime referred to as the "Boss Scam" or CEO impersonation fraud. Cybercriminals are targeting high-ranking officials and executives by delivering malicious archives via email or WhatsApp under the guise of urgent regulatory compliance. Once executed, the malware compromises the executive's Windows device and active Web WhatsApp sessions, enabling the fraudsters to message subordinate employees and orchestrate fraudulent financial transfers: Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
06:32:19 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow Fire Tragedy: 15 students killed in blaze
At least 15 students were killed after a massive fire blazed through a three-floor commercial building in a residential area in north Lucknow on a busy Monday afternoon, trapping several people. Eyewitnesses said several people jumped out of the building as fire engulfed the structure that houses a pet clinic as well as a centre for students.
05:58:18 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow building fire: CM Yogi Adityanath cancels visits to Aligarh and Hathras; to visit incident site
Yogi Adityanath cancelled his remaining visits to Aligarh and Hathras after a fire broke out at a commercial building in Aliganj, Lucknow. He instructed Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sanjay Prasad and DGP Rajeev Krishna to immediately reach the site, supervise rescue and relief efforts, and submit an initial report. The Chief Minister also said he would visit the incident site upon returning to Lucknow and meet the families of the deceased students to express his condolences.
05:54:44 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased: PM
Anguished by the loss of lives in a fire mishap in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. My condolences to the bereaved families. May the injured recover at the earliest. Rescue operations are underway and authorities are providing all possible assistance. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000, says Prime Minister Modi.
05:52:50 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
'I have seen 14 bodies with my own eyes,' says CM Brajesh Pathak as he speaks on the Lucknow coaching institute fire incident
05:50:16 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Sena (UBT) MPs join Shinde's Shiv Sena
Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs Omprakash Rajenimbalkar, Sanjay Jadhav, Sanjay Patil, Sanjay Deshmukh, Bhausaheb Wakchaure, Nagesh Patil-Ashtikar join Eknath Shinde led Shiv Sena
05:31:38 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
'Whatever is necessary for development, this government will do,' says Maharashtra Dy CM
05:59:16 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
'In 2022, in order to save Shiv Sena, to save Balasaheb's ideology, we rebelled. Now its step 2 and its about Hindutva ideology,' says Eknath Shinde
05:26:57 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
This is one family merging into another real Shiv Sena family, say Dy CM Shinde
05:24:59 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
They haven't come for selfish reasons or gain but have come for their constituencies, says Eknath Shinde
05:16:54 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
All six rebel MPs of Shiv Sena (UBT) join Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde in Mumbai
05:28:35 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Lucknow coaching centre fire: animals rescued from pet shop in affected commercial building as firefighting continues
04:18:19 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Uttar Pradesh: Major Fire Erupts at Coaching Centre in Lucknow's Aliganj
04:10:57 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
India imposes five year anti-dumping duty on chemical imports from China, EU and US
India has levied an anti-dumping duty for five years on a chemical used in the rubber and tire industries that is imported from China, the European Union and the United States. The move follows a recommendation by the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR), the investigative arm of the commerce ministry, according to a finance ministry notification.
04:09:06 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
5.3 magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan
03:52:14 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Mekedatu dam: Tamil Nadu stands firm on water rights, farmers’ livelihood, says Minister Anand
The Tamil Nadu government will not compromise on the state's rights over Cauvery river water, especially on farmers' livelihoods, concerning the Mekedatu dam project proposed by neighbouring Karnataka, said Minister N Anand, reports PTI.
03:49:31 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Ukraine Says It Hit Russian Missile Electronics Plant in Voronezh, reports Reuters
03:48:31 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Russia Downs Over 80 Drones Near Moscow as Strikes in Ukraine Leave Six Dead
Russian air defenses intercepted dozens of drones over Moscow early Monday, only days after Ukraine carried out another attack on the city’s oil refinery. Meanwhile, Russian strikes across Ukraine left at least six people dead, including a father and his son, according to officials.
03:31:50 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 an attempt to bring back the lost culture and dignity of state, says CM
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live Updates: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said, "This budget for the financial year 2026-27 was presented in the state assembly...This budget is an attempt to bring back the lost culture and dignity of West Bengal... In this budget, priority has been given to the security of West Bengal, providing a fear-free environment to the citizens and reviving the culture."
"Education and agriculture have also been given importance... Emphasis has been laid on strengthening the Constitution in the state, stopping syndicates, extortion and creating an environment for crafts and business... There is no section which has been ignored in this budget," he added.
"Education and agriculture have also been given importance... Emphasis has been laid on strengthening the Constitution in the state, stopping syndicates, extortion and creating an environment for crafts and business... There is no section which has been ignored in this budget," he added.
03:30:48 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026: CM Suvendhu committed to fill 22% DA gap
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said, "Give our government some time; we are committed to filling the 22% DA gap. This time, we are providing 20% DA"
03:28:08 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Weather news: Rare 'extreme heat' warning for parts of UK, weather office says
03:24:12 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
EAM Jaishankar meets Mongolia FM Battsetseg Batmunkh in Ulaanbaatar
"Delighted to meet FM Battsetseg Batmunkh in Ulaanbaatar," he said in a post on X. "Our discussions reflected the warmth, strength and promise of our Strategic Partnership."
They reviewed the progress in cooperation in development projects, capacity building, culture, education, security and multilateral fora and also spoke about opportunities in mining, clean energy and agri processing.
"As a third neighbour and a spiritual partner, India stands ready to advance its close and cordial ties with Mongolia," he said.
They reviewed the progress in cooperation in development projects, capacity building, culture, education, security and multilateral fora and also spoke about opportunities in mining, clean energy and agri processing.
"As a third neighbour and a spiritual partner, India stands ready to advance its close and cordial ties with Mongolia," he said.
03:10:17 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: CM Adhikari says budget prioritises protection of people
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: CM Suvendu Adhikari said, "Budget prioritises protection of people, citizens' dignity, fear-free environment, cultural revival, employment, industry, and agriculture."
03:09:28 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Eknath Shinde has given birth to six traitors. A caesarean surgery will have to be performed further for things to be properly managed.
- MP Sanjay Raut
03:08:58 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Akasa Air receives delivery of its 39th aircraft
Akasa Air today received delivery of its 39th aircraft. The aircraft marks the airline’s eighth induction in CY2026 and will support its continued network expansion and operational strength.
03:07:11 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Safran and SatSure forge a strategic partnership to advance Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) for the Indian market
As part of the France-India Year of Innovation, Safran Electronics & Defense and SatSure have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize their collaboration in Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT).
03:03:28 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UK ex-minister Streeting plans leadership bid: Sky News
02:38:11 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
China lines up a second LNG terminal for sanctioned Russian cargoes: Reuters
02:35:14 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
India said to be in talks to sell supersonic BrahMos missile to UAE
The Indian government is in talks with the UAE to sell some of its flagship defence systems, including the supersonic cruise missile BrahMos, four Indian sources told Reuters, as the Gulf nation steps up arms procurement following the war in the Middle East.
The discussions, which have not been previously reported, include the potential sale of India's air defence system Akashteer, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
The discussions, which have not been previously reported, include the potential sale of India's air defence system Akashteer, two sources with direct knowledge of the matter told Reuters.
02:19:51 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Indian Railways approves train stoppages to enhance passenger convenience across Haryana & Rajasthan
Indian Railways has approved additional stoppages for four trains at strategically important stations in Haryana and Rajasthan, benefiting local commuters, students, farmers, traders and other rail users.
The approved stoppages include:
The Railways Ministry said that the decision has been taken after detailed operational assessment and examination of passenger demand, and the proposed stoppages have been found operationally feasible.
The approved stoppages include:
- 54085/54086 Delhi-Satrod Passenger at Patuwas Meharana station in Haryana.
- 14619/14620 Agartala-Ferozpur Express at Hansi station in Haryana.
- 14717/14718 Bikaner-Haridwar Express at Hansi station in Haryana.
- 12981/12982 Jaipur-Asarva Express at Bijainagar station in Rajasthan.
The Railways Ministry said that the decision has been taken after detailed operational assessment and examination of passenger demand, and the proposed stoppages have been found operationally feasible.
02:17:17 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) leaders arrive at Mumbai's Kalina Airport
02:16:41 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Sandhya Theatre stampede case has been adjourned to July 6
According to ANI, Actor Allu Arjun did not attend virtually, and his advocate filed an absent petition.
As part of the hearing, 22 accused appeared before the Nampally Court. One or two individuals, including actor Allu Arjun, were absent, Sandhya theatre Legal team said.
As part of the hearing, 22 accused appeared before the Nampally Court. One or two individuals, including actor Allu Arjun, were absent, Sandhya theatre Legal team said.
02:08:52 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Starmer says will do everything to ensure orderly handover
UK PM Keir Starmer said that he will do everything he can to ensure orderly handover.
"I will give successor full support," he said, adding that the nominations will open July 9.
"I will give successor full support," he said, adding that the nominations will open July 9.
02:06:35 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UK PM Keir Starmer to remain in power until new leader comes
02:10:00 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UK PM Starmer announces resignation as leader of Labour party
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation as leader of Labour party.
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01:52:35 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
UK PM Starmer to address from Downing Street soon
Lectern has been positioned outside UK PM Starmer's Downing Street Office, Reuters reported, soon after speakers were set up outside his office.
UK PM Starmer is expected to make an announcement soon.
UK PM Starmer is expected to make an announcement soon.
01:48:00 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Ammonia gas leak: State PCB team arrives at seafoods export facility
A team of Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has arrived at St. Peter's Paul Seafoods Exports facility, where ammonia gas leak claimed the lives of five workers.
It is located in Kannigaipair, Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu.
It is located in Kannigaipair, Tiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu.
01:34:58 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: BJP govt reveals tourism reforms
West Bengal Budget 2026-27 Live: In boost to tourism, Bengal finance minister Dasgupta announced developing Shaktipith Circuit connecting state's temples.
He instructed that no licenses would be given for alcohol stores within 1-km radius of education institutes, shrines, hospitals; in Kolkata ban radius 500 m.
He instructed that no licenses would be given for alcohol stores within 1-km radius of education institutes, shrines, hospitals; in Kolkata ban radius 500 m.
01:28:10 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Check latest announcements by FM Dasgupta
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live Updates: Urban Land Ceiling and Regulation Act to be reexamined to unlock investment potential in state, said Bengal FM Dasgupta. Other announcements include:
- Semiconductor unit to come up in Durgapur, IT park to be developed in Siliguri
- Rs 1,200 crore allocated for Ghatal Master Plan, a flood management project for Medinipur region
- Urban Land Ceiling and Regulation Act to be reexamined to unlock investment potential in state
01:26:38 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Suvendhu's govt proposes revival of Calcutta Stock Exchange
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Finance Minister Dasgupta announced that the government has proposed revival of Calcutta Stock Exchange.
01:18:56 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Suvendhu Adhikari's govt announces reforms for medical sector
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: MBBS seats to be increased by 650 across 13 medical colleges of Bengal, state Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta said.
North Bengal to get AIIMS, cancer hospital; medical colleges to be built in Alipurduar, Paschim Bardhaman, he added.
He also unveiled low-cost stay provisions for those travelling to Mumbai, Vellore for medical treatment.
North Bengal to get AIIMS, cancer hospital; medical colleges to be built in Alipurduar, Paschim Bardhaman, he added.
He also unveiled low-cost stay provisions for those travelling to Mumbai, Vellore for medical treatment.
01:16:50 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
India, US engaged seriously to expand cooperation in critical ministers, defence, investment: Goyal
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said that India and the US engaged seriously to expand cooperation in critical ministers, defence and investment. He added that India's trade deal with the US is likely to include preferential tariffs, rules of origin and investment provisions.
India expects trade pact with US and EU will open market for service sector as well, he said, adding that New Delhi is aiming to gain preferential access through US trade deal.
India expects trade pact with US and EU will open market for service sector as well, he said, adding that New Delhi is aiming to gain preferential access through US trade deal.
01:07:14 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: BJP govt allocates Rs 100 cr for communication infra in Sunderbans
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: BJP government, headed by Suvendhu Adhikari, allocates Rs 100 crore for communication infra in Sunderbans and Rs 50 crore to curb river bank, for rehabilitation in Jangipur.
01:04:38 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Suvendhu Adhikari's govt raises mid-day meal allocation
West Bengal Budget 2026-27 Live: FM Dasgupta proposed raising mid-day meal allocation for each student to Rs 10, ISKCON to assist in food preparation, distribution.
The BJP government further proposed that Anganwadi-Asha workers' wages should be increased by Rs 5,000 and monthly remuneration of mid-day meal cooks to be raised by Rs 1,000.
Salaries of para-teachers in state-run schools to be raised by Rs 5,000 per month.
The BJP government further proposed that Anganwadi-Asha workers' wages should be increased by Rs 5,000 and monthly remuneration of mid-day meal cooks to be raised by Rs 1,000.
Salaries of para-teachers in state-run schools to be raised by Rs 5,000 per month.
01:00:09 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Govt to identify 1,000 acres in Kalyani for greenfield airport
West Bengal Budget 2026-27 Live: Bengal finance minister allocated Rs 900 crore for Chingrighata-New Town elevated corridor; check other announcements below:
- The government allocated Rs 1,200 cr for new bridge over Bhagirathi river.
- West Bengal govt to identify 1,000 acres in Kalyani for greenfield airport to reduce passenger congestion at Kolkata airport
- Government will set up IIT, IIM in north Bengal
- Purulia, Balurghat, Malda to get new airports under Centre's UDAAN scheme
- Under Budget 2026, Cooch Behar airport will also be expanded
- Sports university to be set up; north Bengal to get new stadium; clubs taking part in national games to get Rs 1 crore each
12:50:56 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: BJP government hikes DA by 20%
The West Bengal government announced a number of initiatives under Budget 2026:
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- Integrated deep sea port to be set up at Dadanpatrabarh in Purba Medinipur
- Govt to fill 20,000 police posts in Bengal
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12:35:00 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026-27 Live: Dasgupta announces raising MLA local area development funds from Rs 70 lakh to Rs 1 crore
West Bengal Budget 2026 Live: Finance minister Swapan Dasgupta announces raising MLA local area development funds from annual Rs 70 lakh to Rs 1 crore.
We will continue with all existing social welfare schemes, he said.
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We will continue with all existing social welfare schemes, he said.
Check major announcements:
- Retired journalists to get Rs 5,000 monthly pension; those who were in jail due to political reasons to get Rs 10,000 per month
- Govt allocates Rs 36,000 crore for women's financial assistance scheme Annapurna Yojna
- BJP raises MLA local area development funds from annual Rs 70 lakh to Rs 1 crore
- Govt pledges to fill up 1 lakh govt vacancies, 33 per cent of which will be for women
- Govt to raise DA by 20 per cent, taking total to 38 per cent; to be effective from October 1, 2026
12:18:41 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal Budget 2026-27: Dasgupta says govt's mission is to restore state's glory
West Bengal Budget 2026-27 Live: Our govt's mission is to restore state's glory, build Viksit Bengal as part of Viksit Bharat, West Bengal Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta said in budget speech.
12:08:57 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Shiv Sena (UBT) expels rebel MP Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar’s son Krishna Nagesh Patil
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut tweets, "Rebel MP Nagesh Bapurao Patil Ashtikar’s son Krishna Nagesh Patil has been expelled from the party for anti party activities"
12:17:44 PM IST, 22 Jun 2026
West Bengal FM Dasgupta to present state budget 2026-27
The newly elected BJP government in West Bengal, with Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta, is set to present the state's first full Budget for FY 2026-27 in the Assembly.
The Budget file has been made from traditional Bengali mats and jute.
The Budget file has been made from traditional Bengali mats and jute.
11:49:38 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi to face Austria on Monday
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi and World Cup holders Argentina face Austria on Monday, with the Argentine great needing one more goal to rewrite the record books.
11:45:53 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Maruti Suzuki to set up advanced manufacturing labs at 5 ITIs in Gujarat
11:30:40 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Sitapur administration demolishes Samajwadi Party district office Nazul land
11:30:22 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
BJP wins Bhandara-Gondia Local Authorities Constituency MLC election
BJP candidate Avinash Anandrao Bramhnkar registered a convincing victory by securing 302 first-preference votes in the Bhandara-Gondia Local Authorities Constituency MLC election.
Congress-backed Independent candidate Naresh Manik Ishwarkar polled 154 votes.
Congress-backed Independent candidate Naresh Manik Ishwarkar polled 154 votes.
11:23:48 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to join Shinde camp at 3 PM today
On 6 rebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to join Shinde camp today, Maharashtra Minister & Shiv Sena MLA Pratap Sarnaik said, "At 3 pm today, six MPs will officially join Shiv Sena. This will increase the number of our MPs from 7 to 13. This has increased the strength of Shiv Sena."
11:20:00 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Russian strike on cargo ship kills one: Ukraine deputy PM
11:11:02 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Odisha Assembly Speaker dismisses BJD's disqualification petition against MLAs in cross-voting case
Odisha Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy has dismissed the Biju Janata Dal’s (BJD) disqualification petition against eight MLAs accused of cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections. (ANI)
11:09:51 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
MSMEs are very vital, important in any economy, and that is true even for India. They provide not only a lot of income but also a lot of employment. It's also the nursery for entrepreneurship.
- RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra
11:08:43 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Four persons killed, seven injured as truck hits van in Madhya Pradesh's Chhindwara district, Police says
10:54:29 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Iran's security leader arrives in Delhi for BRICS NSA meet
"His Excellency Ghadir Nezami, Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran, arrived in New Delhi on Monday, June 22, to participate in the Meeting of BRICS National Security Advisers and Heads of Security Agencies," Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in India said in a post on X.
During his visit, he is expected to attend a number of specialized sessions and hold meetings with relevant officials from participating countries to exchange views on security issues and multilateral cooperation.
During his visit, he is expected to attend a number of specialized sessions and hold meetings with relevant officials from participating countries to exchange views on security issues and multilateral cooperation.
10:27:21 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
BJP secures victory in Maharashtra Legislative Council by-election from Nagpur Local Authorities Constituency
The BJP has secured victory in the Maharashtra Legislative Council by-election from the Nagpur Local Authorities Constituency.
BJP candidate Dr. Rajiv Potdar emerged victorious.
According to the final results, Dr. Rajiv Potdar received 682 votes, while Congress candidate Atul Londhe Patil secured 130 votes.
BJP candidate Dr. Rajiv Potdar emerged victorious.
According to the final results, Dr. Rajiv Potdar received 682 votes, while Congress candidate Atul Londhe Patil secured 130 votes.
10:26:38 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Two killed, 16 injured in APSRTC bus-lorry collision in Andhra's Kadapa
Two people were killed and 16 others injured after an APSRTC bus collided with a lorry in Andhra Pradesh's Kadapa district. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals, while authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the accident.
10:23:05 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Casualties reported among Egyptian, Turkish, Indian crew after vessel attack: Ukrainian Navy
The Ukrainian Navy said there were casualties among the nine crew members aboard the cargo vessel affected by the attack. The crew, comprising nationals of Egypt, Turkey and India, were rescued following the incident.
10:21:31 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Drone strike sparks fire aboard cargo vessel Victress: Ukrainian Navy
A drone strike caused a fire aboard the dry cargo vessel Victress, according to the Ukrainian Navy. No immediate details were provided on casualties, damage extent, or the vessel's location at the time of the incident.
10:10:45 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Three students killed, five wounded in Philippines high school shooting
Three students were killed and five others injured in a shooting at a high school in Tacloban city in the Philippines, according to police. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, AP reported.
09:44:13 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Thiruvallore Amonia gas leak: DMK asks TN Speaker to discuss issue
DMK and Communist party MLAs have asked Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker to discuss and raise issue on Thiruvallore Amonia gas leak issue inside Tamil Nadu Assembly in today's session.
09:43:54 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Five dead, 67 under observation after ammonia leak at Tamil Nadu seafood unit
Five people died and 67 others are under medical observation after an ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu. Two individuals have been discharged from hospital, according to the Office of the Tamil Nadu Health Minister.
09:21:25 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Rupee falls 9 paise to 94.42 against US dollar in early trade
09:20:55 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
BMC alerts citizens after IMD issues 3-hour 'Orange' weather warning
BMC has alerted Mumbaikars citizens after IMD issued 3-hour Orange weather warning.
09:16:28 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Ammonia gas leak at private seafood export processing unit claims 2 lives
An ammonia gas leak at a private seafood export processing unit in Tiruvallur leaves two migrant workers dead and several others critical. The critical patients remain under intensive medical observation across government and private hospitals in Chennai.
08:42:19 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
India-US trade deal: Gor says looking forward to welcoming Ambassador Greer to New Delhi
"Looking forward to welcoming Ambassador Greer to New Delhi! Multiple sessions scheduled with Minister Piyush Goyal to advance the U.S.-India trade deal!" Sergio Gor said in a post on X.
08:17:55 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
EAM Jaishankar to visit Mongolia and Korea
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will pay an official visit to Mongolia and Republic of Korea from June 22-25.
During the visit, EAM will meet with the Mongolian leadership and hold discussions with his counterpart Foreign Minister B Battsetseg. He will hold discussions with ROK Foreign Minister Cho Hyun during the visit. He will also deliver the keynote speech at the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity in Jeju on June 25.
During the visit, EAM will meet with the Mongolian leadership and hold discussions with his counterpart Foreign Minister B Battsetseg. He will hold discussions with ROK Foreign Minister Cho Hyun during the visit. He will also deliver the keynote speech at the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity in Jeju on June 25.
08:06:45 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
China imposes export controls on 10 US companies
China imposed export controls on 10 US companies involved in defence and rare earths mining in response to America's blacklist, and banned public procurement from dozens more firms.
07:49:41 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Australia sells over-the-horizon radar system to Canada in $1.8 bn deal
Australia has sold over-the-horizon radar system to Canada in $1.8 billion deal, the government said.
07:47:52 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Earthquake of magnitude 2.7 strikes Arunachal Pradesh
Earthquake of magnitude 2.7 hit Arunachal Pradesh's West Kameng region at 07:11:03 IST on Monday.
07:46:37 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
US-India trade deal: USTR says American Ambassador Greer to visit New Delhi this week
This week, Ambassador Greer will travel to India to meet with Minister Piyush Goyal and other senior Indian officials to discuss the historic U.S.–India Joint Statement and the Interim Agreement as part of the broader U.S.-India Bilateral Trade Agreement negotiations, the USTR said in a statement.
Following his trip to India, Greer will travel to Uzbekistan to meet with President Mirziyoyev, the Head of the Presidential Administration Saida Mirziyoyeva, and Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjaev.
Following his trip to India, Greer will travel to Uzbekistan to meet with President Mirziyoyev, the Head of the Presidential Administration Saida Mirziyoyeva, and Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khodjaev.
07:44:25 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Mumbai rains: IMD issues yellow alert
Monsoon 2026 has arrived in Mumbai. IMD has issued a yellow alert in the city, also forecasting "thunderstorm and lightning."
"Thunderstorm accompanied with lightning and moderate to intense spells of rain with gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph very likely to occur at isolated places," the weather agency said.
"Thunderstorm accompanied with lightning and moderate to intense spells of rain with gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph very likely to occur at isolated places," the weather agency said.
07:43:03 AM IST, 22 Jun 2026
Australian Police seize $572 million cocaine in country's biggest haul
The Australian police on Monday seized a record 2,700 kg of cocaine hidden in underground bunkers at a property near Sydney, authorities said, in what they described as the country's largest-ever cocaine bust.