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Big Stories Today: Kangana Ranaut’s bheek remark draws opposition fire, Salman Khurshid slammed by Congress colleague Ghulam Nabi Azad for comparing Hindutva to ISIS

Rains continued to lash several parts of Chennai and its suburbs on Thursday due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal

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Senior Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Thursday commented on a passage in Salman Khurshid’s book on the Ayodhya verdict. He said: “We may not agree with Hindutva as a political ideology but comparing it with ISIS and Jihadist Islam is factually wrong and exaggeration.”
Earlier in June, Salman Khurshid had slammed Azad and other G-23 leaders seeking reforms in the Congress and a change in leadership.

BJP MP Varun Gandhi, AAP’s Preeti Sharma Menon condemn actor Kangana Ranaut remark on India’s 1947 freedom as anti-national

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Varun Gandhi, Aam Aadmi Party national executive member Preeti Sharma Menon condemn actor Kangana Ranaut remark on India’s 1947 freedom as anti-national. Read full story
Varun lashed out at one of his party’s most ardent supporters whereas Menon termed the remarks as seditious and inflammatory. Read full story

NDRF says depression over Bay of Bengal leading to rainfall in Tamil Nadu

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) said on Thursday that the low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has converted into a depression causing heavy rainfall in a few parts of Tamil Nadu and is likely to cross the Chennai coast near Mahabalipuram by this evening.

Nigerian drug peddler arrested from Mumbai with 2.14 kg methaqualone worth over Rs 6 crore

Methaqualone, a party drug, costs between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000 per gram recovered from a Nigerian drug peddler arrested from Goregaon on Thursday.
2.14 kg methaqualone worth over Rs 6 crore recovered from him. A case has been registered by Anti Narcotics Cell, Kandivali

Heavy waterlogging in several parts of Chennai due to incessant rainfall

Rains continued to lash several parts of Chennai and its suburbs on Thursday due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal, leading to waterlogging and power cuts in many areas.

Despite the heavy rain, thousands of relief workers were seen toiling through the day to clear the water logging.

Security forces gun down terrorist in encounter underway in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam

Encounter has started between security forces and militants at Chawalgam village of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Thursday afternoon.

An official said, that cordon and Search Operation was launched in the area by a joint team of forces including R RR, CRPF and Kulgam Police on specific inputs about the presence of militants in the area in the wee hours of Thursday.

Punjab Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Centre’s decision to extend BSF jurisdiction

The Punjab assembly on Thursday unanimously passed a resolution rejecting the Centre’s notification on increasing the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force (BSF) from 15km to 50km in the absence of the two BJP MLAs in the 117-member House.

Punjab deputy chief minister Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa introduced the resolution and termed the Centre’s move an attack on the federal structure and an expression of distrust towards the state police and the people of Punjab.

Enforcement Directorate carries out raids in Pune over illegal sale of waqf properties, Nawab Malik is minister responsible for waqf boards

The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday carried out raids in Pune over the illegal sale of waqf properties.

Earlier, Nawab Malik, Former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis trade barbs over the land deal, underworld connection. Fadnavis accused NCP minister Nawab Malik of a property deal with 1993 Mumbai bomb blast convicts.

ITBP, Chhattisgarh Police recover firearms, IED components and Naxal literature in the jungles of Budhanchapar in Chhattisgarh’s Rajnandgaon region

In a joint operation on Thursday morning, the 38th battalion Indo-Tibetan Border Police along with Chhattisgarh police recovered firearms, IED components and Naxal literature in the jungles of Budhanchapar in Chhattisgarh’s Rajnandgaon region.

Arrivals at Chennai airport to remain suspended from 01:15 PM to 6 PM today due to severe rains and heavy crosswinds

Chennai airport authorities said on Thursday that due to heavy rains Arrivals at Chennai airport remain suspended from 01:15 PM to 6 PM today.

Earlier on Wednesday evening, the operation was normal at the Chennai airport, however, domestic and international flights have either been rescheduled or cancelled.

Peon found dead in Delhi’s Tis Hazari Court premises

A temporary employee of the Delhi Bar Association was found dead in a chamber in the west wing of Tis Hazari Court, Delhi Police said on Thursday.

The body, identified as Manoj, 35, was found in the western wing of Tis Hazari court. The deceased was said to be working as a peon with the association. READ STORY

Senior IPS officer SN Pradhan appointed new NCB chief till August 2024

Senior Indian Police Service officer Satya Narayan Pradhan was appointed as Director-General of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on a deputation basis till the date of his superannuation on August 31, 2024, or until further orders.

Read Also: Salman Khurshid lands in controversy for comparing Hindutva to ISIS and Boko Haram in his book

Pradhan, a Jharkhand cadre 1988-batch IPS officer, was currently holding additional charge of NCB chief despite holding the responsibility of Director General of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)

UP official molests woman employee, arrested after video goes viral

An under secretary-level officer posted at Bapu Bhavan in Lucknow was arrested after a video of him molesting a contractual employee went viral. The accused, Ichharam Yadav, is posted with the minority welfare department as a section in charge, according to reports.

In her FIR registered at Hussainganj police station on October 29, the victim alleged that the accused has been harassing and molesting her since 2018. She noted that she was threatened with being sacked from her job if she complained.

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Abhishek Banerjee says will not bow to BJP after nearly 11 hours of ED questioning

After spending nearly 11 hours before the Enforcement Directorate, TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee said he would not bow to the BJP and accused the ruling party of using investigative agencies for political purposes.

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Trinamool Congress leader and Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday said he would not bow to the BJP after spending nearly 11 hours being questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Speaking after the questioning, Banerjee alleged that central agencies were being used to target opposition leaders and asserted that he would continue his political fight despite what he described as sustained pressure.

The TMC leader has repeatedly maintained that investigations involving him are politically motivated, a charge he has made on several previous occasions while appearing before central agencies.

His appearance before the ED comes amid a period of heightened political activity and multiple investigations involving leaders in West Bengal. Recent days have also seen Banerjee face summons and questioning in separate matters by state investigative agencies.

After leaving the ED office, Banerjee reiterated that he would not be intimidated and said he remained committed to his political responsibilities. He also accused the BJP of attempting to weaken opposition parties through investigative action, an allegation that the BJP has rejected in the past.

The Enforcement Directorate has not publicly commented on Banerjee’s remarks. The investigation related to the questioning remains ongoing.

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DMK attacks Rahul Gandhi, accuses him of weakening opposition unity

DMK has intensified its criticism of Rahul Gandhi, alleging that the Congress leader’s actions have weakened opposition unity and strained relations within the INDIA bloc.

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The war of words between the DMK and Congress has intensified, with the DMK launching a strong attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and accusing him of contributing to divisions within the opposition alliance. The criticism comes amid strained ties between the two parties following their political split in Tamil Nadu.

According to the DMK, Rahul Gandhi’s political approach has weakened unity among opposition parties. The party’s IT wing mocked the Congress leader on social media, while an editorial published in the DMK’s official mouthpiece Murasoli questioned his recent remarks on opposition solidarity.

DMK questions Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on opposition unity

In its editorial, Murasoli argued that Rahul Gandhi was speaking about opposition unity despite, according to the DMK, contributing to disagreements among alliance partners in several states. The publication cited criticism directed at Congress by various opposition parties and suggested that the party’s actions had often created tensions within the INDIA bloc.

The editorial also referred to past political disputes involving Congress and Left parties, particularly in Kerala, claiming such episodes had raised concerns among opposition allies about Congress’s approach toward its partners.

Tamil Nadu political fallout adds to tensions

The attack comes after a major political realignment in Tamil Nadu. Following the 2026 Assembly elections, Congress ended its alliance with the DMK and joined the government led by Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). The move left the DMK in the opposition and significantly altered the political equation between the two former allies.

The DMK has alleged that Congress benefited from the alliance during the election and later abandoned its partner. The party’s editorial questioned whether assurances from Congress leadership would be trusted by alliance partners after the developments in Tamil Nadu.

Congress rejects allegations

Congress has not issued a detailed official response to the editorial, but party sources have rejected the allegations. According to the party, its decisions in Tamil Nadu were made in line with the mandate delivered by voters and were not intended to undermine either the DMK or the broader opposition alliance.

The latest exchange highlights growing strains between two key opposition parties even as leaders continue to stress cooperation on national issues. Just days earlier, Rahul Gandhi had said that the DMK remained aligned with the opposition on defending the “idea of India” despite political differences.

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Kumkum Bhagya actor Sanchita Ugale dies by suicide near Mumbai at 22

Television actor Sanchita Ugale, known for Kumkum Bhagya and Wagle Ki Duniya, died by suicide at her residence near Mumbai. Police have launched an investigation.

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Television actor Sanchita Ugale, known for her appearances in Kumkum Bhagya, Wagle Ki Duniya and Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi, died by suicide at her residence in Nalasopara East near Mumbai on June 14. She was 22.

According to police officials, the incident took place at her home in Achole village, Nalasopara East. Authorities said Ugale had locked herself inside her bedroom and was later found hanging from a ceiling fan. Family members and local residents rushed her to a hospital, where doctors declared her dead.

Police have registered an Accidental Death Report (ADR) and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. Officials said inquiries are underway and the exact reason behind the incident has not yet been established.

Career across television, OTT and films

Ugale had built a growing presence in the entertainment industry through television, streaming projects and films. Apart from Kumkum Bhagya and Wagle Ki Duniya, she played a lead role in Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi. She also appeared in OTT projects such as Crime Aaj Kal and Silence 2.

The actor was also associated with the film Chhaava, which contributed to her growing recognition among audiences.

Last social media post draws attention

Following news of her death, social media users shared and commented on Ugale’s final Instagram post, which had been uploaded hours before the incident. The post showed the actor in traditional attire lip-syncing to a classic Bollywood song. Fans expressed shock and grief after learning of her death.

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