Amarnath Yatra: J&K LG to flag off first batch of pilgrims

The annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage in Jammu and Kashmir will begin on 1 July. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will flag off the first batch of pilgrims from the base camp in Jammu. Strict security measures, including night-vision devices, snipers, drone systems and bomb disposal squads, have been implemented along the routes to ensure the safety of pilgrims. The pilgrimage, which was cancelled for the past two years due to the Covid-19 pandemic, is expected to attract over 600,000 devotees this year.

Waste from Bandhwari dumped in Mangar’s Aravallis: activists

Waste from Bandhwari landfill is being illegally dumped in Mangar's Aravalli hills, destroying protected forest land. Environmentalists warn of ecological damage, toxic contamination, and potential illegal land occupation through deliberate terrain alteration.

Srinagar: Senior Kashmiri scribe Hilal Mir detained by cops

Kashmiri journalist Hilal Mir detained by J&K police for allegedly spreading "extremist content" on social media. Digital devices seized. Police claim his posts disturb peace and promote secessionist ideology. Mir has worked with local and international media for over two decades.

Haryana’s excise policy: Liquor to become dearer from June 12

Haryana increases liquor excise duty from June 12, raising prices across Indian made foreign liquor, country liquor, and beer categories. Minimum retail prices will rise 1.6-8.69%, with the government targeting ₹14,064 crore revenue in 2025-26.

Inquire into missing records of rape case: HC

High court directs Faridabad sessions judge to investigate missing rape case documents after accused challenged dismissal of document request, questioning court staff's claim that certain annexures never existed.

Punjab: 208 Aam Aadmi Clinics to come up in urban areas

Punjab plans to establish 208 Aam Aadmi Clinics in urban areas, dropping earlier plans for secondary health facilities. Deputy commissioners are identifying government spaces, with Ludhiana set to have 42 clinics. Funding of ₹25-42 lakh will support clinic establishment.

Mock drill: No need to panic, says Pune dist collector

Pune will conduct a nationwide mock drill at three locations to test emergency preparedness, involving civil and defense agencies. Sirens will be activated, but residents are advised not to panic. The exercise aims to improve crisis response and raise public awareness.

Unidentified aircraft crashes in Punjab’s Bathinda, one farm labourer killed

An unidentified aircraft crashed in Punjab's Bathinda, killing one farm labourer and injuring nine others. The aircraft caught fire in a wheat field around 2 am, exploding as villagers attempted rescue. Defense authorities are investigating the incident.

From blackouts to air-raid sirens, Ghaziabad braces for mother of all drills today

Ghaziabad conducts nationwide civil defence drill testing wartime preparedness, involving air-raid sirens, blackouts, and emergency protocols across schools and critical infrastructure, amid rising tensions with Pakistan.

Noida readies for full-scale drill across 100 sites today

Noida will conduct a comprehensive security mock drill across 100 locations, including metro stations, malls, schools, and CRPF camps, following the Jammu and Kashmir terror attack. The nationwide exercise aims to test emergency preparedness and inter-agency coordination.

Last rites of army jawan performed in Charkhi Dadri

Army jawan Amit Sangwan, 24, from Charkhi Dadri, died in a vehicle accident in Jammu and Kashmir. His last rites were performed with state honors, attended by officials and family, who mourned the loss of the recently engaged soldier.

Three cops suspended; one sacked for dereliction of duty

Three cops suspended and one SPO sacked in Jind for neglecting duty at a safe house, where they were assigned to protect a runaway couple. A departmental inquiry has been initiated, with authorities emphasizing zero tolerance for duty dereliction.

Three killed in separate road accidents in Raigad district

Three separate road accidents in Raigad district killed three people over two days, involving a dumper, motorcycle, and trailer. Reckless driving and speeding were cited as primary causes, with drivers facing legal charges for negligence and endangering lives.

PMC launches pilot project for e-pushcarts in waste collection

PMC launches pilot project with electric pushcarts for waste pickers, collaborating with SWaCH and Tata Motors. 150 carts with removable batteries will be tested in six areas, aiming to reduce physical strain on waste collection workers.

Punjab: BSF restricts movement of farmers beyond border fence

BSF restricts Punjab border farmers' access to fields beyond fence due to India-Pakistan tensions, hindering post-harvest work and cattle feed preparation. Farmers protest the closure, seeking cooperation and understanding of their agricultural needs.

37-year-old woman suffers spinal injury after dog out on walk attacks her, owner held  

A dog attack in Greater Noida West led to a 37-year-old woman suffering a spinal fracture after falling from a first-floor walkway. The dog's owner was arrested, and the society plans to implement stricter pet regulations.