- Pakistan-occupied Kashmir remains tense after deadly clashes between protesters and security forces, drawing international attention and concern over reported communication restrictions.
- West Bengal CID investigators have reached Mamata Banerjee’s residence as part of a probe into allegations of forged signatures on a letter submitted to the Assembly.
- Delhi Police say the murder of a Delhi University professor was carefully planned, with investigators uncovering evidence of surveillance and extensive preparations by the accused.
- A viral video showing Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar throwing bitten apples into a crowd has sparked debate online over the appropriateness of the gesture.
- Congress has shifted its Madhya Pradesh MLAs to Karnataka ahead of Rajya Sabha elections, alleging attempts by the BJP to poach legislators.
Here are the top 5 stories of the day
Deadly PoK protests draw international scrutiny
Tensions remained high across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir a day after clashes between anti-government protesters and security forces left at least 11 people dead and dozens injured. Demonstrations have spread across multiple towns, while reports of communication restrictions and arrests have prompted concern from more than 50 British parliamentarians who have urged the UK government to support de-escalation efforts. Read full story
CID Reaches Mamata Banerjee’s residence in signature forgery probe
A CID team visited the residence of former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee as part of an investigation into alleged signature forgery involving a letter submitted to the Assembly secretariat. The probe follows complaints by two rebel TMC MLAs who claim several signatures on the document backing Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay for Leader of the Opposition were forged. Read full storyDelhi University professor murder was planned months in advance, say policeInvestigators believe the killing of Delhi University assistant professor Debosmita Paul was the result of extensive planning by a couple accused of carrying out the murder. Police say the suspects conducted reconnaissance visits, collected photographs of her home and vehicle, and allegedly used a rent-related conversation to confirm her presence before travelling to Delhi and carrying out the crime. Read full story
Viral video of DK Shivakumar tossing bitten apples sparks debate
A video showing Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar taking bites from apples and throwing them into a crowd during a public event in Kanakapura has gone viral on social media. While supporters described the gesture as an informal interaction with the public, critics questioned the optics of distributing partially eaten fruit at a public gathering. Read full story
Congress moves Madhya Pradesh MLAs to Karnataka ahead of Rajya Sabha polls
The Congress has shifted its Madhya Pradesh MLAs to Karnataka ahead of the June 18 Rajya Sabha elections, alleging attempts by the BJP to influence legislators. The move reflects concerns over potential cross-voting in a closely watched contest where the Congress believes it has the numbers to secure its candidate’s victory but remains wary of defections. Read full story
