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Latest News, Live Updates Today June 26, 2024: Camilla glows in ruby and diamond tiara as King and Queen host Japanese royals at State Banquet
Updated on Jun 26, 2024 02:45 AM IST
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![Latest news on June 26, 2024: Britain's King Charles III, right with Japans Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Queen Camilla pose for the cameras ahead of the State Banquet during the State Visit to Britain of the Japanese Emperor and Empress in London, Tuesday, June 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, Pool) Latest news on June 26, 2024: Britain's King Charles III, right with Japans Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Queen Camilla pose for the cameras ahead of the State Banquet during the State Visit to Britain of the Japanese Emperor and Empress in London, Tuesday, June 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, Pool)](https://cdn.statically.io/img/www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/550x309/Britain-Japan-State-Visit-5_1719349761617_1719349792539.jpg)
Kenya violence: Indian high commission issues advisory
On Tuesday, at least five protesters were killed when police opened fire at demonstrators trying to enter the parliament building in Nairobi.
![An anti-government protester waves a Kenyan flag as police fire tear gas at them during a protest over proposed tax hikes in a finance bill in downtown Nairobi, Kenya Tuesday, June. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga) An anti-government protester waves a Kenyan flag as police fire tear gas at them during a protest over proposed tax hikes in a finance bill in downtown Nairobi, Kenya Tuesday, June. 25, 2024. (AP Photo/Brian Inganga)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Kenya-Protest--6_1719340598296_1719340654309.jpg)
Updated on Jun 26, 2024 04:20 AM IST
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Centre, CBI conspiring to arrest Kejriwal ahead of Supreme Court hearing: AAP
The allegation comes hours after the Delhi High Court on Tuesday halted Kejriwal's release in the excise policy case.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 11:09 PM IST
JD(S) MLC Suraj Revanna booked in another case of sodomy
The case was registered based on a complaint filed by Suraj Revanna's close aide.
![Janata Dal (Secular) MLC Suraj Revanna after a medical test in Hassan on Sunday. (ANI) Janata Dal (Secular) MLC Suraj Revanna after a medical test in Hassan on Sunday. (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Suraj-Revanna_1719332368401_1719332368574.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:01 PM IST
‘Not for me’: Bhaichung Bhutia gives up electoral politics after losing 4 polls
Tuesday’s announcement came after Bhaichung Bhutia’s fourth electoral defeat in West Bengal and Sikkim
![Bhaichung Bhutia contested his first Lok Sabha election in 2014 on a TMC ticket from the Darjeeling constituency (X/iimunofficial) Bhaichung Bhutia contested his first Lok Sabha election in 2014 on a TMC ticket from the Darjeeling constituency (X/iimunofficial)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/150x84/Bhaichung-Bhutia-contested-his-first-Lok-Sabha-ele_1719332859221.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:58 PM IST
LS Speaker election: TDP issues whip to party's MPs to vote for Om Birla
In a three-line whip, TDP's Amalapuram MP Harish Balayogi directed all the MPs to assemble at room number 111–B by 10:30 am on Wednesday.
![Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Om Birla (ANI ) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Om Birla (ANI )](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/ANI-20240625082-0_1719331857855_1719331877220.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:45 PM IST
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BJD leader demolishes additional structures built at home; row erupts
Pranab Prakash Das was Das, the Biju Janata Dal’s organisational secretary, was a three-time legislator from Jajpur. He contested from Sambalpur Lok Sabha seat and lost in 2024
![BJD leader demolishes additional structures built at home; row erupts BJD leader demolishes additional structures built at home; row erupts](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/150x84/-p-BJD-leader-demolishes-additional-structures-bui_1719331358241.png)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:33 PM IST
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi named Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha
The decision to appoint Rahul Gandhi as the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha was taken at a meeting of floor leaders of Congress and its allies.
![Congress MP Rahul Gandhi shows a copy of the Constitution of India while taking oath as a Member of the 18th Lok Sabha during its second day, at the Parliament, in New Delhi on Monday.(ANI ) Congress MP Rahul Gandhi shows a copy of the Constitution of India while taking oath as a Member of the 18th Lok Sabha during its second day, at the Parliament, in New Delhi on Monday.(ANI )](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/rahul_gandhi_lok_sabha_leader_of_opposition_1719331281164_1719331281751.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:05 PM IST
Can Owaisi be disqualified from Lok Sabha over a slogan? BJP cites Constitution
BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya cited Article 102 of the Constitution, suggesting Owaisi could be disqualified for showing allegiance to a foreign State.
![All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) MP Asaduddin Owaisi takes oath as a Member of the 18th Lok Sabha during its second day, at the Parliament, in New Delhi on Tuesday. (ANI Photo/SansadTV) All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) MP Asaduddin Owaisi takes oath as a Member of the 18th Lok Sabha during its second day, at the Parliament, in New Delhi on Tuesday. (ANI Photo/SansadTV)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Asaduddin_Owaisi_disqualification_1719326632643_1719326632895.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:03 PM IST
Jaishankar meets new Chinese envoy, stresses need for stabilisation and progress
External affairs minister Jaishankar has maintained that the overall relationship with China cannot be normalised without peace and tranquillity on the border
![Chinese ambassador Xu Feihong called on external affairs minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi on Tuesday (PTI/VIA @DrSJaishankar) Chinese ambassador Xu Feihong called on external affairs minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi on Tuesday (PTI/VIA @DrSJaishankar)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Chinese-ambassador-Xu-Feihong-called-on-external-a_1719327636240_1719328562460.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:03 PM IST
4 Assam bank officials gave fictitious SHG loans, pulled off ₹8 crore fraud
The four officials include assistant manager Prasanta Borah, head of Assam Gramin Vikash Bank’s Madhopur branch in Jorhat.
![CBI said searches were conducted at seven places on Tuesday (Representative Image) CBI said searches were conducted at seven places on Tuesday (Representative Image)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/150x84/CBI-said-searches-were-conducted-at-seven-places-o_1719325654758.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 07:58 PM IST
Drama in Lok Sabha as Pappu Yadav raises 'ReNEET' slogan: ‘You'll teach me?’
Pappu Yadav concluded his oath with slogans for NEET re-examination and special status for Bihar, among other issues.
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 08:19 PM IST
NEET-UG: Who's Sanjiv Mukhia, the alleged 'kingpin'? What's his link with NDA?
NEET-UG: The opposition RJD has alleged connections between Sanjiv Mukhia's family and leaders of the ruling NDA coalition.
![Economic Offences Unit officials leave with the accused arrested in the NEET paper leak case, in Patna, on Sunday. Sanjiv Mukhia is still absconding. (PTI) Economic Offences Unit officials leave with the accused arrested in the NEET paper leak case, in Patna, on Sunday. Sanjiv Mukhia is still absconding. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Economic-Offences-Unit-officials-leave-with-the-ac_1719171178805_1719324390537.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 07:37 PM IST
Uttarakhand CM meets PM Modi, seeks support on hydro, infrastructure projects
Dhami requested PM Modi to get the Dehradun-Mussoorie rail line project approved by the Railway Ministry for the expansion of rail services in Uttarakhand.
![Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/dhami_modi_1719320232992_1719320246479.jpeg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 06:48 PM IST
Evening briefing: UP govt to bring new law to curb paper leaks; all latest news
A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out.
![Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath(PTI) Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Uttar-Pradesh-Chief-Minister-Yogi-Adityanath---PTI_1719318664799_1719318688030.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:26 PM IST
Senior Akali leaders revolt against Sukhbir Badal, want him to step down
After a five-hour meeting to discuss the future of the party, the leaders demanded Sukhbir step down as SAD chief.
![Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal is grappling with dissent in his party after its poor showing in successive elections since 2017. (HT file photo) Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal is grappling with dissent in his party after its poor showing in successive elections since 2017. (HT file photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Shiromani-Akali-Dal-president-Sukhbir-Singh-Badal-_1719319230065_1719322176176.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 09:55 PM IST
Sharad Pawar on taking back MLAs of nephew Ajit's camp: ‘Those who would help…’
However, the veteran NCP leader said those MLAs who would not "hurt" the image of the party would be taken back, but after consulting party leaders and workers.
![The Sharad Pawar faction of NCP won eight of the 10 seats it contested while the Congress bagged 13 of 17 it contested with Shiv Sena (UBT) getting nine of 21 seats in the LS polls. (HT PHOTO) The Sharad Pawar faction of NCP won eight of the 10 seats it contested while the Congress bagged 13 of 17 it contested with Shiv Sena (UBT) getting nine of 21 seats in the LS polls. (HT PHOTO)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/The-Sharad-Pawar-faction-of-NCP-won-eight-of-the-1_1718994972778_1719317690399.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:08 PM IST
Life term to ₹1 crore fine: Yogi govt to bring new law against paper leaks
The law provides for property attachment for criminal activities and designates all offences as cognizable, non-bailable, and triable by the sessions court.
![Showering praises on PM Modi, Yogi said that this moment had come for the first time after 62 years, when a politician of the country had brought about a comprehensive change in the lives of people on the strength of his work. (HT FILE)(HT_PRINT) Showering praises on PM Modi, Yogi said that this moment had come for the first time after 62 years, when a politician of the country had brought about a comprehensive change in the lives of people on the strength of his work. (HT FILE)(HT_PRINT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Showering-praises-on-PM-Modi--Yogi-said-that-this-_1719313188545_1719313206854.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 07:46 PM IST
To navigate through 'turbulent times', India must invest in modernisation of armed forces: IAF chief
To navigate through 'turbulent times', India must invest in modernisation of armed forces: IAF chief
![To navigate through 'turbulent times', India must invest in modernisation of armed forces: IAF chief To navigate through 'turbulent times', India must invest in modernisation of armed forces: IAF chief](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/148x111/India_Flag_1713518778477_1713518820010.jpeg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 05:26 PM IST
PTI |
Prajwal Revanna hit with fourth sex abuse case, ex-BJP MLA also named
The police has registered another case against Prajwal Revanna, the former Janata Dal (Secular) MP from Hassan and three others, including a former BJP MLA.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 05:15 PM IST
Owaisi defends 'Jai Palestine' slogan in Parliament: ‘Read what Mahatma Gandhi…’
Re-elected as MP from Hyderabad, Asaduddin Owaisi took the oath in Urdu and concluded with "Jai Bheem, Jai Telangana, Jai Palestine."
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 04:46 PM IST
Heatwave in Bihar soon to abate, heavy rainfall in West and Northeast: IMD
The IMD on Tuesday, stated that the heatwave in Bihar would abate soon and that heavy rainfalls will cover the Northeast and Western India.
![IMD: Heatwave to abate in Bihar soon, heavy rainfall in West and Northeast (HT File) IMD: Heatwave to abate in Bihar soon, heavy rainfall in West and Northeast (HT File)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/IMD-has-predicted-increased-rainfall-activity-in-H_1719264415442_1719309673544.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 04:16 PM IST
Brick kiln owner killed in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh; protestors block highway, set shops ablaze
Brick kiln owner killed in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh; protestors block highway, set shops ablaze
![Brick kiln owner killed in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh; protestors block highway, set shops ablaze Brick kiln owner killed in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh; protestors block highway, set shops ablaze](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/04/19/148x111/India_Flag_1713518778477_1713518820010.jpeg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 04:08 PM IST
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Nandini milk prices increased by ₹2 per litre in Karnataka. Check latest rates
Latest price hike is second within a year. Karnataka Co-operative Milk Producer's Federation said consumers will be provided an extra 50ml milk in each packet.
![Customers at a Nandini milk shop, amid reports claiming the entry of Amul products in Karnataka market, in Bengaluru. (File image)(PTI) Customers at a Nandini milk shop, amid reports claiming the entry of Amul products in Karnataka market, in Bengaluru. (File image)(PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/PTI04-10-2023-000102B-0_1681194619705_1681194619705_1719304069272.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 05:05 PM IST
‘Trial court didn’t apply its mind': What Delhi HC said on Kejriwal's bail
The high court also observed that the trial court should have given Enforcement Directorate a “proper opportunity” to present its case.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 03:29 PM IST
Om Birla vs K Suresh: What does the Congress-led opposition hope to achieve?
National Democratic Alliance and opposition INDIA bloc failed to arrive at a consensus for the Speaker and Deputy Speaker posts in the Lok Sabha.
![New Delhi: BJP MP Om Birla at the Parliament House complex during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, June 25, 2024. (PTI) New Delhi: BJP MP Om Birla at the Parliament House complex during the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha, in New Delhi, Tuesday, June 25, 2024. (PTI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/PTI06-25-2024-000038B-0_1719294147543_1719306614374.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 04:45 PM IST
Bail matters shouldn't be adjourned unnecessarily, says SC
Bail matters shouldn't be adjourned unnecessarily, says SC, hopes HC will decide Jain's plea on July 9
![The high court has listed Jain's bail plea for hearing on July 9.(Internal ) The high court has listed Jain's bail plea for hearing on July 9.(Internal )](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/sc_satyendar_1719309482085_1719309489648.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 03:32 PM IST
PTI |
Pune Porsche crash: HC orders release of accused teen, to be in custody of aunt
Pune Porsche accident: The Bombay high court ruled that the Juvenile Justice Board's (JJB) remand orders were unlawful and lacked proper jurisdiction.
![Porsche crash incident has raised concerns among youngsters in Pune, creating an atmosphere of shock and caution, especially among those who frequent pubs and bars to exercise caution on roads. (HT FILE)(HT_PRINT) Porsche crash incident has raised concerns among youngsters in Pune, creating an atmosphere of shock and caution, especially among those who frequent pubs and bars to exercise caution on roads. (HT FILE)(HT_PRINT)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Porsche-crash-incident-has-raised-concerns-among-y_1719313828400_1719313844463.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 04:41 PM IST
London-bound Air India flight gets hoax bomb threat, suspect identified
The Air India flight headed from Cochin International Airport to London received a threatening call and was promptly checked only to find out it was a hoax
![The Air India flight headed from Cochin International Airport to London received a threatening call and was promptly checked only to find out it was a hoax (HT Archive) The Air India flight headed from Cochin International Airport to London received a threatening call and was promptly checked only to find out it was a hoax (HT Archive)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/The-incident-came-barely-10-days-after-the-Novembe_1672985509836_1719306488410.jpg)
Published on Jun 25, 2024 03:04 PM IST
PTI |
Delhi HC stays trial court's order granting bail to Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal was granted bail by a trial court on Thursday but ED challenged the order in the Delhi high court, calling it perverse” and “one-sided”.
![Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 21. (File Photo) Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 21. (File Photo)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/06/25/148x111/Arvind-Kejriwal_bail_delhi_high_court_1719306351710_1719306351951.jpg)
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 04:23 PM IST