Tej Pratap Yadav, son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, announced plans to pursue legal action following his expulsion from the RJD, alleging a conspiracy by party members. He vowed to expose the individuals responsible and seek justice from the public. Citing a threat to his life, he requested increased security from the Bihar government.

Lalu Prasad Yadav, the RJD chief, has filed his nomination for the party president post, marking his 13th consecutive term. Accompanied by his son Tejashwi Yadav, the veteran leader completed the formalities at the party office in Patna. Senior party leaders confirmed Lalu's continued leadership, dismissing health concerns and expressing confidence in future success under his guidance.

Describing the pilgrimage as a wonderful confluence of development with faith, the Chief Minister said the surge in footfall has not only strengthened Uttarakhand's spiritual landscape but also significantly boosted its local economy.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned Israel of punishment. India's oil minister assured supply security despite Strait of Hormuz threats. India-US trade deal faces hurdles over GM food concerns. Jagan Mohan Reddy is booked after a party activist died. Rishabh Pant may face ICC action after a ball change dispute during the India-England match. These are the top stories.

Indian wildlife scientists successfully enumerated snow leopards using a clever scent lure technique. Perfume sprayed near camera traps encouraged the elusive cats to expose their foreheads, allowing for individual identification via unique patterns. This method, detailed in a recent study, contributed to the 2019-2023 population assessment, revealing 718 snow leopards in India, with the highest concentration in Ladakh.

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted social media rumors alleging that the United States utilized Indian airspace for airstrikes against Iran during a purported Operation Midnight Hammer. PIB clarified that these claims are false, emphasizing that Indian airspace was not used by the US in any such operation.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticised the BJP-led central government's foreign policy amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, questioning India's stance. This comes after reported US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, confirmed by the IAEA, while Iran condemned the attacks and Israel hailed the operation. India is currently focused on evacuating its citizens from the conflict zone.

India evacuated 311 more citizens from Mashhad on Sunday. The special flight landed in Delhi. This brought the total evacuees to 1,428 under Operation Sindhu. The operation aims to bring back Indian nationals from Iran and Israel. Evacuation flights operated from Mashhad, Yerevan, and Ashgabat. India is monitoring the regional situation for safe return of citizens.

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has firmly rejected any possibility of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's return to the opposition alliance, labeling him as 'extra baggage'. Yadav criticized Kumar for switching alliances twice and accused the BJP of systematically weakening its allies, citing Chirag Paswan's party as an example.

Amid escalating tensions, PM Modi urged de-escalation in a call with Iran's president following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, which Iran condemned as a 'savage assault.' An Air India flight was diverted to Riyadh due to a bomb threat, but landed safely.

Union home minister Amit Shah has issued a stern warning to Naxalites, declaring that anti-Naxal operations will persist through the monsoon season. Shah urged Naxalites to abandon armed struggle and integrate into mainstream society, promising support and fulfillment of commitments from the Chhattisgarh government and the Centre.

Vijay Devarakonda faces legal trouble after allegedly making offensive comments against the tribal community following the Pahalgam terror attack. A case has been registered under the SC/ST Act based on a complaint filed by a tribal community leader.

An IndiGo flight from Chandigarh to Lucknow was cancelled on Friday due to a technical issue detected before taxiing, ensuring passenger safety through disembarkation. Passengers were accommodated on alternate flights or offered refunds. This incident occurred amidst other aviation disruptions, including an Air India Express flight diversion and an IndiGo flight's emergency landing due to low fuel.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized that India must be prepared to confront China, especially after the Galwan clash, and highlighted the importance of border infrastructure. He noted the necessity of a beneficial relationship with India for its neighbors, except Pakistan, due to its military's inherent hostility.

Rahul Gandhi intensified his criticism of the Election Commission, alleging that its refusal to provide Maharashtra voter lists and its decision to shorten the retention period for election process videos to 45 days indicate a fixed match. He asserted that destroying evidence undermines democracy, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in the electoral process.

In a tragic incident on NH-33 in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, a speeding truck struck a police bike, resulting in the death of constable Nand Kishore Thakur. The accident occurred while Thakur and constable Gajender Singh were patrolling near a toll plaza. Singh sustained injuries and is currently receiving treatment in a Ranchi hospital as authorities search for the truck driver.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared India as a burgeoning global wellness hub under the 'Heal in India' initiative, emphasizing yoga's pivotal role. Addressing a record-breaking gathering in Visakhapatnam, Modi highlighted yoga's integration into modern medicine, citing AIIMS-Delhi's research.

In Aligarh, a Pocso court sentenced Shailesh Manjhi to life imprisonment for the 2020 rape and assault of an eight-year-old girl. Manjhi, who worked near the brick kiln where the girl's family lived, lured her with a false story before committing the crime.

The central government is formulating a new policy to financially assist states in upgrading their highways, shifting away from declaring them as National Highways. Prime Minister Modi has directed the road transport ministry to develop a model by July end.

The India Meteorological Department has issued red and orange alerts for extremely heavy rainfall across several states in the coming week. Northwest India is expected to receive significant rainfall from June 21-27, with heavy showers in Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.

Following unsuccessful attempts by ONGC's crisis management team, three well control specialists from Cudd Well Control, US, have initiated intensive site preparations to contain a massive gas blowout at ONGC's Rudrasagar rig in Assam. The US team's deployment marks a critical escalation in efforts to manage the situation, which has led to the evacuation of 350 families.

A Royal Navy F-35 fighter jet remains grounded at Thiruvananthapuram airport due to a persistent hydraulic issue. Despite ongoing efforts by engineers from the aircraft carrier, the snag has not been resolved. There are plans to move the jet to a hangar, as specialized teams from the UK and the US are expected to inspect it, potentially extending its stay.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah criticized the dual power structure in Jammu & Kashmir, blaming it for slow development. He warned that the party might approach the Supreme Court if statehood isn't restored soon. Sajad Lone supported the demand for statehood but criticized the NC's governance and concentration of power within the Chief Minister's Office.

Air India has initiated interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each for the families of the deceased and survivors of the Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12. Payments have been made to three families, with others being processed. This is in addition to the Rs 1 crore compensation from Tata Sons.