Several universities in MP, Chhattisgarh to replace 'India' with 'Bharat'
Several state and central universities in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh will replace "India" with "Bharat" on their degrees, marksheets, and signboards. Universities including Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya have passed similar resolutions. President Droupadi Murmu will attend a convocation at Rani Durgavati University in MP, where degrees will feature Bharat.
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01:22 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Several state and central universities in Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh will replace "India" with "Bharat" on their degrees, marksheets, and signboards. Universities including Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya and Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya have passed similar resolutions. President Droupadi Murmu will attend a convocation at Rani Durgavati University in MP, where degrees will feature Bharat.
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Who was Captain Pawan Kumar SC?
Captain Pawan Kumar SC, from Jind earned his NDA, joined 7 Dogra, then volunteered for 10 Para SF, the elite Desert Scorpions. In a 2016 counter-insurgency op, shot at point-blank range, he refused evacuation and kept firing until his men were safe. He was 23 and was awarded Shaurya Chakra posthumously. He was an only son of his parents.
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01:21 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Captain Pawan Kumar SC, from Jind earned his NDA, joined 7 Dogra, then volunteered for 10 Para SF, the elite Desert Scorpions. In a 2016 counter-insurgency op, shot at point-blank range, he refused evacuation and kept firing until his men were safe. He was 23 and was awarded Shaurya Chakra posthumously. He was an only son of his parents.
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Twin blasts in Pakistan, 7 killed
At least seven people were killed, and three others were injured in two roadside bomb explosions in Pakistan's northwestern Bannu district on Saturday, officials said. Police said the first blast targeted a passenger vehicle using a remote-controlled device, while a second explosion occurred nearby shortly afterwards. Police described the attacks as a "cowardly act of terrorism".
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01:31 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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At least seven people were killed, and three others were injured in two roadside bomb explosions in Pakistan's northwestern Bannu district on Saturday, officials said. Police said the first blast targeted a passenger vehicle using a remote-controlled device, while a second explosion occurred nearby shortly afterwards. Police described the attacks as a "cowardly act of terrorism".
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Brazil President Lula mocks Neymar, says 'He is working from home at FIFA World Cup'
Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva mocked Neymar while interacting with a young fan at an event in Belo Horizonte. After the fan called Neymar Brazil's best player, Lula said, "Neymar is working from home at FIFA World Cup." Lula was referring to Neymar missing Brazil's first two FIFA World Cup matches while recovering from a calf injury.
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01:30 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva mocked Neymar while interacting with a young fan at an event in Belo Horizonte. After the fan called Neymar Brazil's best player, Lula said, "Neymar is working from home at FIFA World Cup." Lula was referring to Neymar missing Brazil's first two FIFA World Cup matches while recovering from a calf injury.
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Which players have scored at least 2 goals in a single game in FIFA WC 2026 so far?
Lionel Messi and Jonathan David are only players to have scored three goals in a single match at FIFA World Cup 2026 so far. They're followed by Folarin Balogun (2 goals), Kai Havertz (2 goals), Yasin Ayari (2 goals), Elijah Just (2 goals), Kylian Mbappé (2 goals), Erling Haaland (2 goals), Harry Kane (2 goals) and Johan Manzambi (2 goals).
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01:48 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Lionel Messi and Jonathan David are only players to have scored three goals in a single match at FIFA World Cup 2026 so far. They're followed by Folarin Balogun (2 goals), Kai Havertz (2 goals), Yasin Ayari (2 goals), Elijah Just (2 goals), Kylian Mbappé (2 goals), Erling Haaland (2 goals), Harry Kane (2 goals) and Johan Manzambi (2 goals).
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What are the steps taken by NTA ahead of NEET-UG retest?
Additional CCTV cameras have been installed across 97 exam centres in Delhi ahead of NEET-UG retest on June 21 which is being conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Biometric verification for candidates, teachers and staff present at exam centres has been mandated. NTA has launched a dedicated portal for candidates and public to report suspicious activities, fake paper leak claims.
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News By: Bhuvnesh Ojha
01:45 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Additional CCTV cameras have been installed across 97 exam centres in Delhi ahead of NEET-UG retest on June 21 which is being conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Biometric verification for candidates, teachers and staff present at exam centres has been mandated. NTA has launched a dedicated portal for candidates and public to report suspicious activities, fake paper leak claims.
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01:45 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Centre steps up efforts to reverse India's brain drain
The Centre stepped up efforts to reverse brain drain by inviting Indian-origin researchers, scientists, technologists and professionals to labs, research centres and educational institutes across India. The invitations, under PM Research Chair Scheme 2026, will focus on 13 areas, including semiconductors, cyber security, biotech and atomic energy. The scheme will focus on impact-oriented research.
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02:14 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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The Centre stepped up efforts to reverse brain drain by inviting Indian-origin researchers, scientists, technologists and professionals to labs, research centres and educational institutes across India. The invitations, under PM Research Chair Scheme 2026, will focus on 13 areas, including semiconductors, cyber security, biotech and atomic energy. The scheme will focus on impact-oriented research.
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Bolivia's Prez declares emergency after protests erupt over fuel subsidy cuts
Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency after massive protests brought the economy to a halt over past 50 days. Protests erupted after Paz cut fuel subsidies, with unions demanding wage increases, an end to fuel and dollar shortages, and Paz's resignation. The move grants Paz constitutional powers to restore order and deploy armed forces to clear blockades.
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02:08 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency after massive protests brought the economy to a halt over past 50 days. Protests erupted after Paz cut fuel subsidies, with unions demanding wage increases, an end to fuel and dollar shortages, and Paz's resignation. The move grants Paz constitutional powers to restore order and deploy armed forces to clear blockades.
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Leopard enters IIT-Bombay campus, kills dog; CCTV footage surfaces
A leopard was spotted inside the IIT-Bombay campus in Mumbai’s Powai during the early hours of Friday, where it was seen attacking and killing a dog, according to CCTV footage recorded on the premises. The incident occurred around 2:30 am when the leopard entered the staff hostel zone. No injuries to people were reported.
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02:26 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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A leopard was spotted inside the IIT-Bombay campus in Mumbai’s Powai during the early hours of Friday, where it was seen attacking and killing a dog, according to CCTV footage recorded on the premises. The incident occurred around 2:30 am when the leopard entered the staff hostel zone. No injuries to people were reported.
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02:26 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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What are issues on which US Prez Trump & Italy PM Meloni have clashed?
US President Donald Trump recently claimed that Italian PM Giorgia Meloni “begged” him for a photo at G7, a claim she denied. Earlier, both leaders disagreed when Trump criticised Pope Leo over his remarks on Iran-US war. Meloni defended the Pope, prompting Trump to accuse her of "lacking courage". Meloni also denied use of an Italian airbase for US military.
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News By: Aradhana
02:21 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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US President Donald Trump recently claimed that Italian PM Giorgia Meloni “begged” him for a photo at G7, a claim she denied. Earlier, both leaders disagreed when Trump criticised Pope Leo over his remarks on Iran-US war. Meloni defended the Pope, prompting Trump to accuse her of "lacking courage". Meloni also denied use of an Italian airbase for US military.
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Govt bans 16 common combination drugs over safety concerns, list released
The government has prohibited the manufacture for sale, sale and distribution of 16 Fixed Dose Combinations (FDCs) for human use over safety concerns. An expert committee found the FDCs lacked therapeutic justification and that their continued use was not beneficial against the risks involved. The banned FDCs span dermatological, analgesic, antispasmodic and antibiotic-based formulations.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
02:43 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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The government has prohibited the manufacture for sale, sale and distribution of 16 Fixed Dose Combinations (FDCs) for human use over safety concerns. An expert committee found the FDCs lacked therapeutic justification and that their continued use was not beneficial against the risks involved. The banned FDCs span dermatological, analgesic, antispasmodic and antibiotic-based formulations.
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Railways doubles fine for ticketless passengers
Indian Railways has doubled the minimum fine for passengers undertaking ticketless travel from ₹250 to ₹500, effective Saturday, June 20, several X handles of the national transporter announced. The changes have been introduced under the provisions of the Jan Vishwas Act, 2026. In May, the Central Railway zone had reportedly collected ₹40.85 crore from 4.96 lakh ticketless travellers.
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02:42 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Indian Railways has doubled the minimum fine for passengers undertaking ticketless travel from ₹250 to ₹500, effective Saturday, June 20, several X handles of the national transporter announced. The changes have been introduced under the provisions of the Jan Vishwas Act, 2026. In May, the Central Railway zone had reportedly collected ₹40.85 crore from 4.96 lakh ticketless travellers.
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Monsoon clouds pick up pace after not advancing for days
The southwest monsoon is picking up pace after failing to advance for days following its onset in Kerala on June 4. IMD's satellite picture showed clouds in parts of central India. IMD said there are conditions for further advancement of the southwest monsoon in parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand & Bihar, and parts of Chhattisgarh around June 23.
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03:27 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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The southwest monsoon is picking up pace after failing to advance for days following its onset in Kerala on June 4. IMD's satellite picture showed clouds in parts of central India. IMD said there are conditions for further advancement of the southwest monsoon in parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand & Bihar, and parts of Chhattisgarh around June 23.
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1st arrest made in multi-crore procurement scam at Delhi govt hospitals
The Delhi government's Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) arrested Dr VK Ranga, former Head of Office of Central Procurement Agency, in connection with alleged irregularities in the procurement of medicines and medical equipment worth around ₹350 crore for government hospitals. The purchases were allegedly made at inflated prices. The ACB is unfolding the larger conspiracy by examining others' roles.
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03:44 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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The Delhi government's Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) arrested Dr VK Ranga, former Head of Office of Central Procurement Agency, in connection with alleged irregularities in the procurement of medicines and medical equipment worth around ₹350 crore for government hospitals. The purchases were allegedly made at inflated prices. The ACB is unfolding the larger conspiracy by examining others' roles.
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What happens if a person dies without a will in India?
If a person dies without a will in India, their assets are distributed according to succession laws based on their religion, not personal wishes, said an expert. Families must obtain legal heirship documents to transfer property and financial assets. If the family wants to sell asset and divide proceeds, an heir may need to approach court for Letter of Administration.
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03:59 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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If a person dies without a will in India, their assets are distributed according to succession laws based on their religion, not personal wishes, said an expert. Families must obtain legal heirship documents to transfer property and financial assets. If the family wants to sell asset and divide proceeds, an heir may need to approach court for Letter of Administration.
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PM Modi's X post becomes question in Bihar govt exam, question setter barred
A controversy has erupted after an X post by PM Narendra Modi became a question in Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) stenographer recruitment examination held on June 11. The BPSC said that it could not have filtered the controversial question because of the "secrecy rules" surrounding question papers. It has barred the question setter from future assignments.
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04:29 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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A controversy has erupted after an X post by PM Narendra Modi became a question in Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) stenographer recruitment examination held on June 11. The BPSC said that it could not have filtered the controversial question because of the "secrecy rules" surrounding question papers. It has barred the question setter from future assignments.
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Algeria lodge official complaint with FIFA after Messi escapes red card
Algeria have lodged official complaint with FIFA over alleged poor refereeing in their 0-3 World Cup defeat to Argentina. They have reportedly questioned why Lionel Messi escaped a red card for a challenge on captain Aissa Mandi's calf, and why an Alexis Mac Allister elbow on Ibrahim Maza went unpunished. The Group J clash was refereed by Poland's Szymon Marciniak.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
04:34 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Algeria have lodged official complaint with FIFA over alleged poor refereeing in their 0-3 World Cup defeat to Argentina. They have reportedly questioned why Lionel Messi escaped a red card for a challenge on captain Aissa Mandi's calf, and why an Alexis Mac Allister elbow on Ibrahim Maza went unpunished. The Group J clash was refereed by Poland's Szymon Marciniak.
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People question NTA on NEET aspirant's Abu Dhabi centre, say 'Will you give Mars if we ask?'
Several X users questioned NTA's response to a Nagpur-based NEET-UG re-exam aspirant's complaint that he was allotted a centre in Abu Dhabi. While NTA claimed the student had himself selected Abu Dhabi, X users asked why the option was available for an India-based student. "If anybody asks for a centre on Mars, will you provide that too?" a user said.
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04:58 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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Several X users questioned NTA's response to a Nagpur-based NEET-UG re-exam aspirant's complaint that he was allotted a centre in Abu Dhabi. While NTA claimed the student had himself selected Abu Dhabi, X users asked why the option was available for an India-based student. "If anybody asks for a centre on Mars, will you provide that too?" a user said.
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What is the case in which 86-year-old ex-Maha HM Patil was acquitted?
The 86-year-old former Maharashtra Home Minister and former NCP MP Padamsinh Patil was accused of orchestrating the contract killing of his cousin, Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar, in 2006 over political rivalry. Patil, Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar's stepbrother, was accused of paying ₹30-35 lakh. The special CBI court reportedly heard from 128 witnesses before acquitting Patil and seven others.
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05:14 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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The 86-year-old former Maharashtra Home Minister and former NCP MP Padamsinh Patil was accused of orchestrating the contract killing of his cousin, Congress leader Pawanraje Nimbalkar, in 2006 over political rivalry. Patil, Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar's stepbrother, was accused of paying ₹30-35 lakh. The special CBI court reportedly heard from 128 witnesses before acquitting Patil and seven others.
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PhonePe to now charge users who keep their wallets inactive
PhonePe will now charge its users who keep their wallets inactive for a year. Users who don't make any financial transactions through the PhonePe Wallet for 365 consecutive days will be charged a 'Wallet Inactivity Maintenance Fee' of ₹100/quarter. The digital payments company has clarified that merely logging into the app or making UPI transactions won't count as wallet activity.
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News By: Bhawana Chaudhary
05:27 pm Saturday, 20 June 2026
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PhonePe will now charge its users who keep their wallets inactive for a year. Users who don't make any financial transactions through the PhonePe Wallet for 365 consecutive days will be charged a 'Wallet Inactivity Maintenance Fee' of ₹100/quarter. The digital payments company has clarified that merely logging into the app or making UPI transactions won't count as wallet activity.
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