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2 Killed, 8 Injured After Roof Collapse During Muharram Procession In Lucknow

Five of the injured were referred to the trauma centre of the King George's Medical University (KGMU) after their conditions were found to be serious.

Lohagarh murder case: Pune police examine car used by Ketan Agarwal during fatal trekking trip

Pune police are investigating the red electric car used by murder victim Ketan Agarwal on his final trip to Lohagad Fort. His fiancée, Siya Goyal, and her friend Chetan Chaudhary are in custody. The Maharashtra government has approved a fast-track court and appointed Ujjwal Nikam as special public prosecutor following a plea for swift justice from Agarwal's father, who seeks the death penalty for the accused.

Trump to visit India 'early next year', says US secretary of state Marco Rubio

Gold Rate Today, June 27: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities

Oracle layoffs: 500+ employees get emails from leadership, calls them 'proposed impacted employee'

Oracle has begun a second round of layoffs in Romania, notifying around 500 to 520 employees on June 25 with emails headed "collective dismissal-you are a proposed impacted employee." The cuts span OCI, Database Technologies, Oracle Health and several other units, and were reportedly planned months ago. They form part of Oracle's global drive to shed payroll and fund its debt-heavy AI data centre push.

"Lone Voice Of Silence": Sonia Gandhi's Gaza Op-Ed Draws BJP Criticism

The BJP accused the Rajya Sabha MP of trying to misinform the people and mixing up foreign policy with vote bank.

Veteran Tamil actor-director K Bhagyaraj dies at 73

Tamil cinema mourns the loss of K. Bhagyaraj, a versatile filmmaker and actor, who passed away at 73. Known as a "one-man studio," Bhagyaraj excelled as a director, writer, composer, and actor, leaving behind a legacy of popular films like 'Mundhanai Mudichu'. His ability to master multiple roles in his productions was a rare feat. He also ventured into writing and editing, and was set to return to directing.

Forget Temple Run, Delhi footpaths turn into real-life obstacle course for pedestrians

Delhi's footpaths, meant for safe pedestrian movement, are largely unusable. Reporters found markets, hospital zones, office hubs, and educational areas where pavements are blocked by shops, parked vehicles, vendors, and construction. This forces pedestrians onto busy roads, making walking a dangerous and difficult ordeal, despite the Supreme Court recognizing it as a fundamental right.

'Siya Goyal's wig remark, forced marriage, secret relationship': Twist after twist in murder case

A Lohagad Fort fall has escalated into a murder probe, with police arresting a fiancée and her alleged partner for the realtor's death. Investigators suggest a complex motive involving a secret relationship, reluctance to marry, and family pressure. Evidence points to a conspiracy, with conflicting accounts from the accused on who masterminded the alleged crime. The investigation continues.

Venezuela Earthquakes Live: New 4.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Venezuela

Venezuela earthquake LIVE Updates: The second earthquake struck just a minute later, with a 7.5-magnitude, and its epicentre was 16 kilometres southwest of Moron.

Exclusive: In Africa, A City Waits For The Massacre Everyone Sees Coming

In Sudan, Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militants are closing in on the strategic city of El Obeid. Experts and rights groups have warned of a "genocide-like" event, similar to what unfolded in El Fasher.

Rajkumar Hirani on rumours of a film with Ranbir Kapoor: 'No, I'm not making anything with him'

Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has dismissed rumors regarding a new film featuring Ranbir Kapoor, reassuring fans that no plans are currently in motion. He did share exciting news, revealing that sequels to '3 Idiots' and 'Munna Bhai' are in the works, with scripts being fine-tuned. Meanwhile, Hirani is set to venture into streaming with 'Pritam And Pedro' on JioHotstar, marking the screen debut of his son Vir.

Earthquake Of Magnitude 5.5 Hits Pakistan, No Damage Reported

There were no immediate reports of deaths or damage to property.

Sergei Ivanov, once seen as Putin's potential successor, dies at 73

Watch: US releases footage of retaliatory strikes on Iran military sites

'Gravest sin': Priyanka Gandhi says Ram Temple donation fraud has 'stunned entire nation'

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has called for a thorough investigation into the alleged irregularities surrounding donations to the Ram Temple. She highlighted the need for severe consequences for those responsible and raised concerns about whether lower-tier staff could act independently without higher-ups' influence. Gandhi asserted that the inquiry should be transparent and hold all involved parties accountable for their actions.

Tamil Nadu Woman Dies After Fall From Hilltop Temple As Monkeys Surround Her

Police said the couple was feeding fruits to monkeys when several of the animals suddenly gathered around them.

CGPSC SI Prelims 2026: Admit card out at website ahead of July 12 exam - download here

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released admit cards for the SI Cadre Preliminary Examination 2026. Candidates who cleared the PET/PST can download their hall tickets from the official website. The prelims will be held on July 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM across examination centers in all 33 districts. A total of 63,342 candidates will compete for 341 vacancies in the State Home (Police) Department, including SI, Subedar, and Platoon Commander posts.

Star of Kerala’s anti-drug crackdown: A distraught mother

"If She Didn't Like Ketan...": Pune Fort Murder Accused's Brother To Cops

Police allege that Ketan Agarwal was pushed off a cliff at Lohagad Fort on June 18 by his fiance Siya Goyal, 20 and her alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary, 22.