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The Banglar Awaas Yojana in West Bengal aims to provide a sturdy home to individuals lacking proper housing or living in unsafe conditions. Eligible participants can receive Rs 1.3 lakh distributed over several installments and also benefit from 95 days of unskilled labor wages. Applicants must not own a pucca house and must be listed on the Permanent Waiting List from 2011.

A scuffle erupted at Thiruvananthapuram Corporation as CPI(M) and BJP councillors clashed outside the Mayor's office. The CPI(M) demanded the resignation of a BJP councillor arrested in an assault case and questioned the validity of a recent oath taken by BJP members. The protest escalated when CPI(M) councillors allegedly blocked the Mayor's entry, leading to injuries among several councillors, mostly women. Police intervened to allow the Mayor access.

A shocking murder plot has unraveled in Pune after a real estate director's death at Lohagad Fort. His fiancée and her lover, initially accused of the crime, are now pointing fingers at each other. Investigators revealed a meticulously planned conspiracy involving multiple failed attempts before the fatal push, with the couple allegedly driven by an unwillingness to marry and a desire to avoid family disgrace.

EPFO 3.0 aims to deliver quicker automated claim settlements, instant withdrawals, multilingual self-service facilities and seamless payroll-integrated contributions.

The Mexico goalkeeper reached the milestone during his side's final Group A match against the Czech Republic in Mexico City on Wednesday.

Lavani artist Megha Ghadge has voiced profound respect for Shraddha Kapoor's portrayal of Vithabai Narayangaonkar, describing the teaser as both emotional and impactful. Ghadge, an award recipient in Vithabai's honor, shares a passion for performance and believes the film will introduce the iconic artist's legacy to a broader audience. She also notes the vital need to maintain Lavani's genuine essence as the genre evolves.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has recently launched a new initiative to promote transparency by displaying information about vacant land parcels on its official website. This development follows Supreme Court rulings affirming land acquisition procedures. Citizens are encouraged to access this data for informational purposes only, as it is not intended for legal or commercial use. Regular updates to this information will be provided by DDA.

Rahman travelled to the Chinese city of Dalian from Kuala Lumpur on June 22 after attending the World Economic Forum in Malaysia, which marked his first overseas visit since assuming office earlier this year. He later travelled by high-speed train to Beijing on Wednesday and is scheduled to meet President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Qiang and other senior Chinese leaders.

Japan. South Korea. China. Australia. Through the first three days of the NBA Rising Stars Invitational, the same basketball nations have continued to separate themselves from the rest. Watching India's lone representatives up close offered perhaps the clearest explanation why.

A massive crypto heist, initially linked to North Korea, has unraveled a complex financial web connecting to Iran's central bank. Investigators discovered stolen funds moving through wallets associated with Iran's central bank before reaching CoinEx, a key exchange facilitating Iranian crypto users. This revelation underscores the growing role of digital assets in Iran and the challenges in monitoring cross-border transactions.

Good news for students! The Telangana Board of Secondary Education has released the TS SSC Supplementary Result 2026 today, June 25. Those who took the Class 10 supplementary exams can now check their scores online at bse. telangana. gov. in by entering their roll number. This comes after the main exam results were announced in April, with a high pass rate of 95.15%

Mumbai is set for a massive slum redevelopment drive, following the success of the Juhu Galli project. Three large slum pockets – Antop Hill, Majaswadi, and Behrampada – are slated for transformation. This initiative aims to provide dignified housing for citizens and create a slum-free city. Meanwhile, Delhi has also approved a new policy to redevelop its JJ clusters through public-private partnerships, extending eligibility to more families.

Cricket Ireland has shifted the start times for both T20Is against India to 1:30 pm local time, an hour earlier than usual. This adjustment aims to avoid a direct clash with India's crucial Women's T20 World Cup match against Australia on June 28. Broadcasters have agreed to the revised schedule, ensuring fans can catch more of both exciting encounters.

In a pivotal turn for New York City's politics, endorsed candidates of Zohran Mamdani have triumphed in the Democratic congressional primaries. This win signifies a reshaping of the political scene, highlighting a burgeoning progressive momentum that confronts the traditional party machinery. The implications on future elections and the broader national agenda of the Democratic Party are now sparking significant discussions, drawing parallels to the MAGA shift within the Republican Party.

Jammu and Kashmir Police have registered a case against several Army personnel, including a commanding officer, for allegedly storming a police station in Kishtwar. The incident reportedly followed the seizure of a private vehicle owned by an Army official for traffic violations. The FIR details an assault on police personnel, damage to government property, and accusations of an attempt to cause fatal injuries.

Meta has reversed its controversial policy forcing engineers into an AI task force, allowing employees personal choice after widespread backlash. This move follows recent mass layoffs and an AI reorganisation that sparked unrest. The company also acknowledged past mistakes in its aggressive AI push, with CTO Andrew Bosworth admitting morale is at historic lows. Concerns over an AI tracking tool have also led to its pause.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced a significant $13 billion investment to boost AI and cloud infrastructure in India by 2030, bringing the total planned investment to over $21 billion. This expansion, alongside a commitment to enhancing its e-commerce network with new fulfillment centers and delivery stations, underscores Amazon's deep-rooted commitment to India's growth.