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National 6/21/2026

Punjab Vs Haryana Over Rs 2,300-Crore Infra: What Is Malwa Canal Project?

The latest flashpoint in India's chronic inter-state water disputes just erupted, with Punjab's ambitious ₹2,300-crore Malwa Canal Project triggering a fresh and heated confrontation with neighboring Haryana. The central government has stepped in, giving both states a tight one-month deadline to resolve their differences after Haryana fiercely questioned the canal's water source and demanded full technical details during a recent Northern Zonal Council meeting. This isn't just about a new canal; it's a direct challenge to Punjab's claim of water scarcity, especially given the decades-long stalemate over the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) Canal.

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Punjab Vs Haryana Over Rs 2,300-Crore Infra: What Is Malwa Canal Project?
National 6/21/2026

Haryana Govt Announces Yoga Education Mandatory from Class 3 to 9 Across State

In a groundbreaking move coinciding with the 12th International Yoga Day, the Haryana government has declared yoga education mandatory for students from Class 3 to 9 across the state, effective from the next academic session. This isn't just about school; Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that questions related to yoga will also be a compulsory part of examinations conducted by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) and the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), fundamentally reshaping both the educational and employment landscape in Haryana.

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Haryana Govt Announces Yoga Education Mandatory from Class 3 to 9 Across State
National 6/21/2026

Congress makes strong pitch for making right to vote a fundamental right

In a bold move that could reshape India's electoral landscape, the Congress party is making a strong push for the right to vote to be recognized as a Fundamental Right under the Constitution. This urgent demand, voiced by senior leader Jairam Ramesh, follows closely on the heels of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling on Friday, June 19, 2026, which elevated the 'right to walk on footpaths' to a fundamental guarantee, prompting questions about the constitutional status of a citizen's most basic democratic power.

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Congress makes strong pitch for making right to vote a fundamental right
National 6/21/2026

Centre bans 16 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs over safety and efficacy concerns

In a decisive move to protect public health, India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has immediately banned the manufacture, sale, and distribution of 16 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs. This urgent action, effective from Saturday, June 20, 2026, targets drug combinations found to lack scientific justification and potentially endanger patient safety, reinforcing the government's push for safe and evidence-based medicine use across the country. The banned list includes everything from certain pain-relief and antispasmodic medicines to dermatological preparations and antibiotic-based formulations, highlighting a broad sweep of products deemed irrational.

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Centre bans 16 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs over safety and efficacy concerns
National 6/21/2026

New home for marine species: India’s first 3D-printed reefs to be sunk off Ramanathapuram coast in TN

India is making waves in marine conservation with the deployment of its first-ever 3D-printed artificial reef modules off the Ramanathapuram coast in Tamil Nadu today. This groundbreaking initiative, part of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, aims to create new habitats for marine species and boost the region's ecological resilience, showcasing a significant leap in using advanced technology for environmental restoration. Six innovative reef designs, developed by Chennai-based startup Tvasta in collaboration with ICAR-CMFRI, are being sunk to serve as a pilot project.

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New home for marine species: India’s first 3D-printed reefs to be sunk off Ramanathapuram coast in TN
National 6/21/2026

Tax sops for low-alcohol drinks dubious: Pinarayi

Kerala's political scene is buzzing after the United Democratic Front (UDF) government, led by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, proposed a dramatic slash in sales tax for low-alcohol beverages in its recent budget, reducing the rate from 251% to 120% for drinks up to 10% alcohol content. This move has drawn sharp criticism from Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan, who described the decision as 'dubious' and 'highly suspicious,' alleging it prioritizes corporate liquor interests over public welfare.

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Tax sops for low-alcohol drinks dubious: Pinarayi
National 6/21/2026

Oral Sores Lasting Over Three Weeks May Signal Cancer, Experts Warn

A persistent mouth sore lasting over three weeks isn't just an annoyance; it's a red flag waving for oral cancer, experts warn, with a staggering 90% survival rate for early detection plummeting to a dire 20% if caught late. This urgent message underscores a critical, often-missed diagnostic window that could mean the difference between life and death for millions globally, particularly in countries like India where the disease burden is exceptionally high.

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Oral Sores Lasting Over Three Weeks May Signal Cancer, Experts Warn
National 6/21/2026

Late monsoon, weak June rain amid paddy season threaten Punjab’s groundwater

Punjab is bracing for a deepening water crisis as a delayed monsoon and significant rainfall deficit threaten to exacerbate its already critical groundwater situation, just as the crucial paddy transplantation season hits full swing. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports a 20% rainfall deficit in the state between June 1 and June 19, receiving only 21.1 mm against a normal 30.2 mm, with no substantial monsoon activity expected until at least the first week of July. This shortfall forces farmers to rely even more heavily on rapidly dwindling groundwater reserves, pushing the state's agriculture and its primary crop, paddy, into precarious territory.

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Late monsoon, weak June rain amid paddy season threaten Punjab’s groundwater
National 6/21/2026

Three Indian Crude Oil Tankers En Route Home With Over 8.6 Lakh MT Cargo After Transiting Hormuz

In a critical moment for global energy flows, three Indian-flagged crude oil tankers, carrying over 8.6 Lakh MT of vital cargo and 94 Indian crew members, have successfully navigated the perilous Strait of Hormuz and are now en route to India. This high-stakes transit on Saturday, June 20, 2026, occurred just hours before Iran announced the re-closure of the strategic waterway, citing continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon despite a fragile US-Iran ceasefire deal.

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Three Indian Crude Oil Tankers En Route Home With Over 8.6 Lakh MT Cargo After Transiting Hormuz
National 6/21/2026

Assam CM reviews medical college projects for world-class healthcare

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has just pushed for aggressive acceleration on the state's ambitious healthcare overhaul, directing officials to ensure the timely completion of 11 ongoing and 4 upcoming medical colleges. This decisive review, held at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati, underscores a critical commitment to delivering a 'world-class healthcare' system that's both advanced and affordable for every resident.

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Assam CM reviews medical college projects for world-class healthcare
National 6/21/2026

The Selective Sanctity of the Ganga

While India's National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) declared just days ago that scientific data now proves the sacred Ganga River is getting cleaner, meeting bathing standards across most stretches, the stark reality on the ground—and a recent High Court ruling on religious sentiments—paints a far more complex picture of 'selective sanctity'. Despite claims of improved water quality, significant challenges persist, particularly from untreated sewage and industrial discharge, highlighting a deep disconnect between official pronouncements and the river's enduring environmental crisis.

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The Selective Sanctity of the Ganga
National 6/21/2026

Mumbai Water Crisis: Experts Urge Recycled Water Use, Groundwater Revival And Conservation As Lake Levels Drop To 9 Per Cent

Mumbai is staring down the barrel of a severe water shortage, with the combined water stock in its seven crucial lakes plummeting to a critical 8.68% of total capacity as of June 21, 2026. This alarming drop, which includes Upper Vaitarna reaching 'dead stock' levels, has been exacerbated by a significantly delayed Southwest Monsoon, now anticipated around June 25, nearly two weeks later than usual. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has already enforced stringent water cuts, leaving the city with an estimated 40-45 days of supply if the dry spell continues.

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Mumbai Water Crisis: Experts Urge Recycled Water Use, Groundwater Revival And Conservation As Lake Levels Drop To 9 Per Cent
National 6/21/2026

Tamil Nadu plans stricter monitoring of solid waste management contracts in 12 local bodies

Tamil Nadu is cracking down on its existing solid waste management contracts in 12 major municipal corporations, moving to implement stricter, performance-linked accountability. This comes as current three-year outsourcing agreements near their end, prompting the state to overhaul a system previously plagued by 'loose' regulations and inefficient service delivery. The move is poised to transform urban sanitation, ensuring cleaner cities and better public health.

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Tamil Nadu plans stricter monitoring of solid waste management contracts in 12 local bodies
National 6/21/2026

Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay seeks Centre’s intervention on Mekedatu dam, avoids confrontation with Congress ally in Karnataka

Tamil Nadu's political scene is buzzing after Chief Minister Joseph Vijay spearheaded a unanimous resolution in the State Assembly against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam project on the Cauvery River. The move, adopted on June 19, 2026, urges the Union government to deny any technical or environmental clearances and calls for a new tribunal under the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, 1956, to resolve the long-standing water dispute. This action puts CM Vijay, whose TVK party is allied with Congress in Tamil Nadu, in a delicate position as Karnataka's government is also led by Congress.

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Tamil Nadu: CM Vijay seeks Centre’s intervention on Mekedatu dam, avoids confrontation with Congress ally in Karnataka
National 6/21/2026

Kerala’s Vizhinjam shipyard project could transform state into maritime hub

Kerala is making a bold move to solidify its position as a global maritime player, with the state budget officially unveiling plans for a massive new shipyard project linked to the already operational Vizhinjam International Seaport. This ambitious initiative, part of the newly launched 'Mission Samudra' with a ₹400 crore allocation, aims to transform the state into a comprehensive maritime hub within the next five years, capable of constructing and servicing mother ships. The Union Shipping Ministry has backed this vision, suggesting the acquisition of up to 3,000 acres of coastal land and allocating a hefty ₹20,000 crore package to bolster shipbuilding initiatives.

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Kerala’s Vizhinjam shipyard project could transform state into maritime hub
National 6/21/2026

Headquarters of AP Maritime Board shifted to Amaravati from Kakinada

The Andhra Pradesh government has declared Amaravati as the new headquarters for the Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board (APMB), formally shifting its base from Kakinada. This move, finalized on June 20, 2026, aligns the crucial port development agency with the state's newly cemented sole capital and reverses a previous decision made by the YSRCP government that had designated Visakhapatnam as the APMB's base.

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Headquarters of AP Maritime Board shifted to Amaravati from Kakinada
National 6/21/2026

Northeast a vital pillar of India's security, strategic power: Rajnath

India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently asserted from Shillong that the Northeast region is a 'vital pillar' of the nation's security, prosperity, and strategic power, underscoring its pivotal role in the Act East Policy amid a rapidly shifting global landscape. Speaking at the Eastern Air Command headquarters, Singh stressed that modern warfare demands technological agility and innovation, moving beyond traditional preparedness to counter evolving threats. He also lauded 'Operation Sindoor' as a testament to India's growing self-reliance in defense.

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Northeast a vital pillar of India's security, strategic power: Rajnath
National 6/20/2026

Super-speciality doctors in Himachal to receive non-practising allowance

Himachal Pradesh is rolling out a Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) for its super-speciality doctors, a fresh move announced by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday, June 19, 2026. This decision is a direct bid to beef up healthcare services, luring and keeping highly qualified medical professionals within the state's public health system. It signals a strategic shift aimed at addressing the persistent challenge of specialist shortages and ensuring advanced medical care is accessible locally.

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Super-speciality doctors in Himachal to receive non-practising allowance
National 6/20/2026

Stock Market Holiday: Why Will NSE and BSE Remain Closed for 3 Days Next Week?

India's benchmark stock exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), are gearing up for a three-day pause next week, beginning with a declared market closure on Friday, June 26, 2026, for the Muharram holiday. This extended break, combining the religious observance with the customary weekend shutdowns, means all major trading segments — including equity, derivatives, and currency markets — will remain suspended, forcing market participants to adjust their strategies ahead of Monday, June 29, when trading resumes.

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Stock Market Holiday: Why Will NSE and BSE Remain Closed for 3 Days Next Week?
National 6/20/2026

Gujarat Fixes 7-Day Deadline for Issuing Caste, Non-Creamy Layer and EWS Certificates

In a significant move aimed at streamlining bureaucracy and empowering citizens, the Gujarat government has mandated a strict seven-day deadline for the issuance of critical documents like Caste, Non-Creamy Layer (NCL), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificates. This directive, effective immediately and issued through the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, brings these vital services under the ambit of the Gujarat (Right of Citizens to Public Services) Act, 2013, ensuring swift delivery once all necessary documents are submitted.

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Gujarat Fixes 7-Day Deadline for Issuing Caste, Non-Creamy Layer and EWS Certificates
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