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As PM Modi lands at New York's JFK airport, he greeted the delegation awaiting for his rival with a 'Namaste'. Here are the first visuals.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh spoke about the BJP's ties with AIADMK  during a meeting in Chennai and said, "We value our alliance partners, NDA is not a compulsion but a commitment."

This comes after Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai said that the 1991-96 period was the worst period in the state in terms of corruption. The particular period was when Jayalalitha was the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took a jibe on Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and said that duplicity of character is unacceptable. 

He said, "Today CM Stalin is opposing the arrest of Minister Senthil Balaji in the 'corruption case'. But when Senthil Balaji was in AIADMK, MK Stalin called him 'corrupt' and demanded his immediate arrest. This duplicity of character is unacceptable...The way CM Stalin ordered to arrest of BJP leader SG Surya over a tweet, is completely anti-Constitutional and anti-democratic. He is putting democracy in danger by doing this."

21st June was recognised as the International Day of Yoga (IDY) by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on December 14 at the initiative of Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi. Since 2015, IDY has been observed worldwide with great enthusiasm and fervour. To commemorate IDY 23, the Ministry of AYUSH has planned an event ‘Ocean Ring of Yoga’ (symbolising unity and solidarity) in coordination with the Ministry of Defence and other ministries. In support of the IDY-23 initiative, Indian Navy ships deployed in the Indian Ocean Region are visiting various ports of friendly foreign countries and spreading the message of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ which is also the theme for IDY 23.

The Indian Navy has been an ambassador for Yoga across the seas for several years now and Yoga sessions are scheduled at most foreign ports visited by Indian Naval ships; thereby spreading the message of the benefits accrued from Yoga towards leading a healthy lifestyle. This year, Indian Navy is actively supporting the IDY at a global scale as port calls are planned at Chattogram, Bangladesh; Safaga, Egypt; Jakarta, Indonesia; Mombasa, Kenya; Toamasina, Madagascar; Muscat, Oman; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Phuket, Thailand; and Dubai, UAE by IN Ships Kiltan, Chennai, Shivalik, Sunayna, Trishul, Tarkash, Vagir, Sumitra and Brahmaputra respectively. 

In all, as part of IDY 23 Ocean Ring of Yoga, nearly 3500 naval personnel onboard 19 Indian Naval ships have travelled over 35,000 Km as ambassadors of  Yoga in both national and international waters. This includes over 2400 personnel on 11 IN ships at foreign ports/ international waters. Notably, IDY celebrations are also planned onboard ships of several foreign Navies in concert with our overseas Missions, involving over 1200 foreign Navy personnel.

The IDY-23 activities by the Indian Naval ships at foreign ports are planned to involve the ship’s crew and personnel from the host country and would be focused on the ‘Common Yoga Protocol’ (CYP), to increase awareness about yoga on an international scale and to highlight its immense potential to enhance the physical, psychological, and emotional aspects of well-being, towards an endeavour to facilitate its worldwide adoption.

IDY activities at all naval ports, bases, ships and establishments have commenced. These activities include practising CYP and conducting Yoga-related activities daily in the run-up to the final event on 21 Jun 23. Yoga awareness campaigns to encourage maximum participation by naval personnel, defence civilians, and families as promulgated in the portals of the Ministry of AYUSH including 'Har Angaan Yoga' are being ensured.  Mass camps, workshops, poster-making competitions, quizzes, and lectures on ‘Health Benefits of Yoga’ are being conducted across the Navy.

In a tragic accident, a balcony of a house collapsed during Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad leaving several injured. Also, one perosn has allegedly died.

Taking to Twitter Congress leader Arjun Modhwadia expressed grief and wrote, "The accident of roof collapse of a house during Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad is very sad. I wish for speedy recovery of the injured. This is a case of very serious negligence and there should be an impartial inquiry into the accident."

अहमदाबाद में रथयात्रा के दौरान मकान की छत टूटने की दुर्घटना दुखद है।

में घायलों के शीघ्र स्वास्थ्य लाभ की कामना करता हूँ।

यह बेहद ही गंभीर लापरवाही का मामला है, दुर्घटना की निष्पक्ष जाँच होनी चाहिए।#Ahmedabad #Rathyatra pic.twitter.com/sX5P3pS4K0

— Arjun Modhwadia (@arjunmodhwadia) June 20, 2023

A memorandum has been presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by ten oppoistion political parties over the worsening situation in Manipur.

Calcutta High Court orders central forces security to ISF's lone MLA Naushad Siddiqui over his petition seeking security while alleging a life threat to him after the violence in Bhangar.

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said India will never bargain on quality of medicines; always alert to ensure no one dies of spurious drugs.

(With input from PTI)

As part of the run-up of International Yoga Day 2023, personnel of Indian Coast Guard Regional Headquarter (Andaman and Nicobar) and District Headquarter-14, Port Blair practised Yoga at Corbyn’s Cove beach and at Neil island. 

Union Minister Anurag Thakur spoke on the issue of Gita Press and launched a scathing attack on Congress saying that the grand old party has always been against Hindus.

He said, "Books, scriptures or epics printed in the Gita Press are present in all Hindu houses. Congress has always been against Hindus and from time to time, its leaders have exposed that their think tank has been taken over by those who use Hindu religion and scriptures for appeasement and their political agenda."

As per the sources of Delhi Chief Minister's Office, CM Arvind Kejriwal has called the second meeting of National Capital Civil Service Authority on 28th June. Transfer and posting of officers in Delhi will be taken up for discussion in the meeting. The first meeting was held on Tuesday and action was taken against an officer.

Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia spoke on the recent airfare rise and said, "...There was a rise in airfare due to two reasons. Civil Aviation is a seasonal sector. We have high season and low seasons. That was a high season effect. Meanwhile, operation of one of our airlines discontinued. So, that added to the pressure and there was an excess demand...In last 10 days, the fares have gone down by 16-64%..."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called on President Droupadi Murmu and conveyed birthday greetings to the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi.

Birthday greetings to Rashtrapati Ji. A beacon of wisdom, dignity and commitment to the welfare of our people, she is admired for her efforts to further the nation’s progress. Her dedication continues to inspire us all. Wishing her good health and a long life. @rashtrapatibhvn

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 20, 2023

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has called the second meeting of the National Capital Civil Service Authority on 28th June. Transfer and posting of officers in Delhi are to be taken up for discussion in the meeting. The first meeting was held on Tuesday and action was taken against an officer

Speaking on the Centre's Ordinance against the Delhi government, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said, "They gave power to the Chief Secretary to decide if the decision taken by the Cabinet is correct. He will then make recommendations to the L-G who can overrule any decision of the cabinet. This is a major conspiracy. We will take all this to the Supreme Court, I have hopes with the SC and other parties."

In a letter written to West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said, "I am surprised and shocked to know that you have decided to organize a program at Raj Bhavan on June 20, which you have named 'Rajya Stashka Divas' The state of West Bengal was not formed on 20 June, or on any particular day. The state was formed through the Radcliffe Award, which was ratified by the outgoing British government. So since independence, we never celebrate any foundation day in West Bengal. Rather, we have always seen this division as a victory for the communal forces, who could not be resisted at that time. I request you not to organize any such event."

In the latest update on the Manipur violence, the Supreme Court on Tuesday declined an urgent hearing of a plea filed by the Manipur Tribal Forum seeking protection of the Kuki tribe by the Indian Army. The apex court posted the matter for hearing on July 3 saying that it’s purely an issue of law and order. The Centre has said that the security agencies are on the ground and doing their best to control the situation.

The delegation of 10 opposition parties will go to the Prime Minister's office and handover the memorandum over Manipur violence today. The delegation will later do a press conference at 3 pm at the AICC office. The delegation is being led by former CM Okram Ibobi Singh. 

State Investigation Agency on Tuesday, June 20 conducted raids at six locations in Jammu and Kashmir. Raids are underway in four districts namely Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama and Kupwara. The raids are linked to a case of misuse of social media platforms for unlawful and secessionist activities. The raids are being conducted in connection with a conspiracy pertaining to India-based social media entities collaborating with their foreign associates to spread hatred against India and promote terror activities. 

Miniature artist L.K. Ishwar Rao made an eco-friendly chariot in connection with the lord Jagannath Yatra in Odisha's Puri.

Miniature artist L. Ishwar Rao said, "I have made this chariot out of paper. The length of the chariot is 9 inches. Along with this, I have installed idols of deities including Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra which are made of neem wood."

Two Hundred fifty coconuts have been installed in the sand art of lord Jagannath Ratha Yatra. The sand art has been created by sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik at Odisha's Puri Beach ahead of Jagannath Rath Yatra 2023. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings for the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra which commences today in Odisha's Puri. 

Rath Yatra greetings to everyone. As we celebrate this sacred occasion, may the divine journey of Lord Jagannath fill our lives with health, happiness and spiritual enrichment. pic.twitter.com/ATvXmW3Yr0

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 20, 2023

Tamil Nadu district administration said that schools in Thirupathur and Thiruvannamalai will remain closed on Tuesday due to rain. 

According to sources, Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya will chair a high-level meeting to review public health preparedness regarding heatwaves across the country, this morning.