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Breaking News Highlights: Hello and welcome to the live blog of ABP Live. Please follow this space for all the breaking news and latest updates from India and around the world.Delhi Court To Hear Engineer Rashid's Interim Bail Plea To MP Oath Today A Delhi court is expected to hear on Saturday, June 22, further arguments on a plea filed by Engineer Rashid, arrested in a 2016 Jammu and Kashmir terror funding case, seeking interim bail to take oath as an MP. Contesting as an independent candidate, Sheikh Abdul Rashid, popularly known as Engineer Rashid, defeated former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah of the National Conference in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls in Baramulla, PTI reported. Additional Sessions Judge Chander Jit Singh had on Tuesday fixed the matter for hearing on June 22 and directed the NIA to inform the court about the likely date for his oath-taking.The judge passed the directions after he was informed that the newly elected Lok Sabha MPs would take oath on June 24, 25, and 26.Rashid has moved the court seeking interim bail, or custody parole in the alternative, to take the oath and perform his parliamentary functions.Engineer Rashid has been in jail since 2019 after he was charged by the NIA under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in the alleged terror funding case. He is at present lodged in Tihar jail.DU To Start PG Admissions For 2024-25 Session From Saturday Delhi University is all set to announce the first round of seat allocation for postgraduate programmes for the 2024-25 academic session from June 22, according to the admission schedule released earlier on Wednesday.The declaration of the first round of seat allotment will begin at the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) portal at 5 pm.Candidates will be given time till June 27 to accept their choice of seat allotment. The last date to make an online payment for the same is June 28 at 4.59 pm, as per the schedule.The second round of seat allotment will begin on July 2 and the mid-entry window will open from July 11.The third round of seat allocation for admissions to Delhi University along with admissions under supernumerary quotas will commence from July 16. The last date for making payment for the third round is set for July 21.DU is likely to announce more rounds subject to the availability of vacant seats.

22/06/2024 23:20:14

Breaking News Live: 5-Yr-Old Dies After Falling Into Pit Of Closed Bio-Gas Project In Mumbai's Meera Road

A 5-year-old child died after falling into a pit of a closed bio-gas project in the Mira Road area in Mumbai. A case has been registered against an unknown person under IPC Section 304-A and further investigation is being carried out by the Kashimira Police Station, news agency ANI reported.

22/06/2024 23:17:19

Breaking News LIVE: Here's What Congress's Pawan Khera Said On Postponement Of NEET-PG Exam

On postponing NEET PG exam, Congress leader Pawan Khera said: "NEET PG exam which was supposed to be held tomorrow has been postponed tonight...This government is not able to conduct exams. This government has completely lost its trust among the youth. The Education Minister who was giving a clean chit to NTA 4 days ago, is now removing the Director General of NTA. Who is responsible for the exams? Who is being saved? When will this investigation happen? When will this government be able to get the exam done properly? People are not getting answers to these questions."

22/06/2024 22:40:38

Breaking News LIVE: Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Visits Jagannath Puri Temple

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited the Jagannath Puri temple today.

22/06/2024 22:35:34

ISKCON Celebrates Jagannath 'Snan Yatra' At Siliguri Campus

ISKCON Siliguri celebrated Goddess Jagannath Snan Yatra at the Siliguri campus in West Bengal.

22/06/2024 21:14:57

Breaking News Live: Indian Army Launches Anti-Infiltration Ops In J&K's Uri Sector

Indian Army launched an anti-infiltration operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Uri Sector.

22/06/2024 19:39:22

Breaking News LIVE: AAP MPs, MLAs To Meet Delhi LG Tomorrow Over Water Crisis At 11 AM

Aam Aadmi Party wrote a letter to Delhi LG regarding the water crisis in the national capital. AAP MPs, MLAs, and leaders will go to meet the Lieutenant Governor tomorrow at 11 AM.

22/06/2024 19:33:51

Tibetan Spiritual Leader Dalai Lama Congratulates PM Modi On Inaugurating Nalanda University In Bihar

Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, celebrating his inauguration of the new campus of the Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar.

22/06/2024 19:32:02

Breaking News Live: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Meets PM Modi In Delhi

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today.

22/06/2024 18:56:19

Breaking News LIVE: Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan Condoles Death Of Indians In Mecca

Condoling the death of 98 Indians during the annual Haj pilgrimage, Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan said: "It is a tragic incident. My deep condolences are with those who lost their dear ones... We are there to support them.."

22/06/2024 18:55:42

Breaking News LIVE: Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan Condoles Death Of Indians In Mecca

Condoling the death of 98 Indians during the annual Haj pilgrimage, Delhi State Haj Committee Chairperson Kausar Jahan said: "It is a tragic incident. My deep condolences are with those who lost their dear ones... We are there to support them.."

22/06/2024 18:05:23

Breaking News LIVE: Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Meets President Droupadi Murmu At Rahtrapati Bhavan

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina meets President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

22/06/2024 18:05:14

Breaking News LIVE: Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Meets Prez Droupadi Murmu At Rahtrapati Bhavan

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina meets President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.

22/06/2024 18:03:40

Breaking News LIVE: Rain Lashes Parts Of Mumbai — WATCH

Parts of Mumbai received rain today. Here are visuals from the Mulund area.

22/06/2024 17:44:32

Breaking News LIVE: Police Detain BJP Workers For Protesting In Chennai Over Kallakurichi Hooch Tragedy

BJP workers who were protesting over the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy were detained in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. 

22/06/2024 17:42:09

Breaking News Live: Here's What Samajwadi Party's ST Hasan Said On Changes In NCERT Books

Commenting on the removal of sections related to Babri Masjid demolition from NCERT books, Samajwadi Party leader ST Hasan said: "This government (NDA) is trying to change history and history cannot be changed. Why are they trying to change it? I think BJP will also become a part of the past one day."

22/06/2024 17:39:13

Breaking News Live: Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Chairs Meeting With Water Resources Dept

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi chaired a meeting with the water resources department today in Bhubaneswar.

22/06/2024 17:21:45

Breaking News Live: OBC Community Protests Over Maratha Reservation In Beed

People of the OBC community staged a protest over the Maratha Reservation in Beed.

22/06/2024 15:35:48

Breaking News Live: Education Ministry Constitutes High-Level Committee To Ensure Fair Conduct Of Examinations

Ministry of Education constituted a High-Level Committee of Experts in order to ensure the examinations are conducted in a transparent, smooth, and fair manner.

Committee has been directed to make recommendations on Reform in the mechanism of the examination process, improvement in Data Security protocols, and functioning and structure of NTA. Also, the Committee has to submit its report to the Ministry within 2 months.

22/06/2024 15:32:19

Breaking News Live: Here's What Foreign Secretary Kwatra Said On Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's India Visit

On Bangladesh Prime Minister Shiekh Hasina's state visit to India, Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra said: "This morning PM Shiekh Hasina was accorded ceremonial reception in the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan followed by a visit to Rajghat to pay respects to Mahatma Gandhi. PM Modi and PM Sheikh Hasina have concluded an extensive discussion at the Hyderabad House... Later this afternoon, PM Shiekh Hasina will call on The President and the Vice President."

22/06/2024 15:21:13

Breaking News Live: Ex-ISRO Chief K Radhakrishnan To Head 7-Member Panel On Examination Process Reforms

Former ISRO chief K Radhakrishnan has been appointed to head a seven-member panel on the reforms in the examination process, the Education ministry said.

22/06/2024 15:11:55

Breaking News Live: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Chairs 53rd GST Council Meeting

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the 53rd GST Council meeting, in Delhi today.

22/06/2024 14:19:22

Breaking LIVE: Bridge Between Patedha And Garauli Villages Collapses In Bihar's Siwan

Bihar: A bridge between Patedha and Garauli villages of Siwan district collapsed earlier today.

22/06/2024 14:08:02

Breaking News LIVE: CBI Conducts Searches In Parts Of Rajasthan In Illegal Sand Mining Case

CBI is conducting searches in 10 major cities of Rajasthan including Jaipur, Jodhpur and Bikaner in a case of illegal sand mining. CBI has recovered Rs 20 lakhs in cash and a country-made pistol during searches. The search is underway: CBI Sources

22/06/2024 14:05:08

Breaking News LIVE: Fire Breaks Out In Factory In Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Tenders On Spot To Douse Flames

Silvassa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli: A fire broke out in a Polymer manufacturing factory in the Naroli village area. Fire tenders are present at the spot.

22/06/2024 12:07:38

Breaking LIVE: PM Modi, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Hold Bilateral Meeting In Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina hold a bilateral meeting at Hyderabad House in Delhi.

22/06/2024 12:06:16

Breaking LIVE: 1 Heat-Related Death Reported, 2 New Patients Admitted To Delhi’s Safdarjang Hospital In Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, 2 new HRI (heat-related illnesses) patients admitted to Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjang Hospital. 1 death in last 24 hours. A total of 28 patients are admitted here at present, 15 of who are critical. A total of 29 deaths have been reported till date: Safdarjung official.

22/06/2024 11:10:52

Breaking News LIVE: Nirmala Sitharaman Chairs Pre-Budget Meeting With Finance Ministers Of All States, UTs

Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chairs a pre-budget meeting with Finance Ministers of all States and Union Territories (with Legislature) to take suggestions for the upcoming Union Budget 2024-25.

22/06/2024 10:18:20

Breaking News LIVE: 6 Dead After Car Collides With Fuel Tanker In Iran

Six people were killed in a car accident when a sedan collided with a fuel tanker on a road northwest of Baghdad, a traffic police official said, news agency IANS reported on Saturday.

Provincial traffic police officer Mahmoud al-Bakri told Xinhua news agency that the incident occurred on Friday when a sedan car carrying five people collided with a tanker on a desert road between the provinces of Salahudin and Anbar, causing a fire. A civil defence team arrived at the scene to put out the fire while ambulances evacuated the victims to the hospital, al-Bakri said.

22/06/2024 09:11:47

Breaking News LIVE: PM Modi Arrives To Attend Ceremonial Welcome Of Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina In Delhi

PM Modi arrived to attend the ceremonial welcome of Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Delhi.

22/06/2024 08:40:45

Breaking News LIVE: 2 Killed In Blasts At Fireball Manufacturing Factory In Haryana's Gurugram

Haryana: Blasts occurred at a fireball manufacturing factory in Daulatabad Industrial Area of Gurugram, late last night. Two deaths reported. Around 24 fire tenders rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control.

22/06/2024 08:02:42

Breaking LIVE: 2 Killed In Roadside Bomb Blast In Yemen

A roadside bomb blast has targeted a security commander of pro-government Yemeni forces in the southern province of Abyan, injuring the commander and resulting in the deaths of two of his bodyguards, a government official told the media.

The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said on Friday that the attack took place in the province's eastern Mudiyah district, an area known for its instability and persistent security challenges due to the presence of terrorist elements, news agency IANS reported, citing Xinhua news agency.

He further stated that the security commander, Samir Muhlab, was reportedly conducting a routine patrol in the area when the improvised explosive device detonated and struck his vehicle.

22/06/2024 07:56:09

Breaking News Live: Fire Breaks Out In Arjun Tower In Maharashtra's Thane, Fire Tenders On Spot

Maharashtra: Fire breaks out in Arjun Tower at Gokhale Marg in Thane. Fire tenders are at the spot. Fire fighting operations are underway. No injuries reported so far: Thane Municipal Corporation.

22/06/2024 07:08:51

Breaking News Live: BSF, Punjab Police Recover Pakistani Drone Along Border Region In Punjab’s Tarn Taran

On June 21, 2024, a search operation conducted by the BSF and Punjab Police led to the recovery of a Pakistani drone in the border area of Tarn Taran district. The drone was found in a farming field adjacent to Noorwala village in the Tarn Taran District.   The recovered drone has been identified as a China-made DJI Mavic 3 Classic: BSF Punjab Frontier