VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Weekly numerology prediction, June 28 to July 04, 2026, based on the first letter of your name Cocktail 2 Full Movie Collection: ‘Cocktail 2’ box office collection Day 10 [LIVE]: Shahid Kapoor film eyes Rs 85 crore net amid Rs 120 crore worldwide and ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ clash | Hindi Movie News ‘Fake News’: Donald Trump on book that says he leaves leftover snack, silverware on bedroom floor Bhagwant Mann, Arvind Kejriwal (Bhagwant Mann as AAP ministers set to appear before Akal Takht on June 29) NEW DELHI: Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday said all Sikh MLAs and Sikh cabinet ministers of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will appear before the Akal Takht in Amritsar on June 29 to present the Punjab government’s position on the anti-sacrilege law.Mann also said he would send a purported video clip and submit his explanation in writing to the Sikh body’s highest temporal seat.”Our MLAs and cabinet ministers will present the government side. Punjab Assembly Speaker (Kultar Singh Sandhwan) will also go. Whatever suggestions come from the Akal Takht or SGPC, we will discuss the same,” Mann told reporters in Amritsar while accompanied by AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal.The Akal Takht Jathedar, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, had on June 15 summoned all Sikh MLAs, irrespective of party affiliation, and Sikh ministers to appear before the Akal Takht on June 29 over the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026. Non-Sikh ministers have been asked to submit their views in writing before June 29.The Akal Takht and the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) have objected to the anti-sacrilege legislation, saying it was enacted without consulting the Sikh Panth. The Akal Takht had also asked the Punjab government to remove provisions from the Act that it said were “against the Guru Granth Sahib, the Khalsa Panth and the sentiments of the ‘Sangat’ (Sikh community).”Replying to a question on whether he would personally appear before the Akal Takht, Mann said he had not been summoned.Addressing questions about a purported video linked to the controversy, the chief minister said he would forward the clip to the Akal Takht and submit his version of events in writing.Mann said he will also present his side in a written format to the highest temporal seat of Sikhs.He said he could never think of confronting the Akal Takht.Mann also recalled that when he appeared before the Akal Takht in January, he had maintained that he was not the person seen in the video.The Sikh clergy on June 15 declared Mann as ‘Guru Dokhi’ (anti-Guru) and ‘Khalsa Panth Virodhi’ (anti-Khalsa Panth) over the controversial video after the Akal Takht said two forensic laboratories had found the clip to be “authentic”.The controversy dates back to January, when the Akal Takht summoned Mann over alleged remarks on ‘Guru ki Golak’ (gurdwara donation box) and over “objectionable activities” involving pictures of the Sikh Gurus and slain militant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale in the purported video.Mann, however, reiterated that he was not in the alleged objectionable video and claimed that the person seen in the clip was wearing a mask resembling his face.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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Every officer became part of the RSS,” he said.Vijayvargiya also narrated how one official claimed that his father had been the president of an RSS shakha, even though, according to the minister, no such position exists within the organisation.At the same event, the minister lamented what he described as a shortage of committed workers in the RSS despite its expanding reach. Watch RSS At 100: Why The Organisation Remains Unregistered And Why The Issue Keeps Returning?Referring to late RSS pracharak Shaligram Tomar and other Sangh functionaries from Madhya Pradesh, he said, “Such people are rare. The organisation is growing, and its ideology is also growing. But if there are no good people, then we should reflect and ponder over the importance of that ideology.”The remarks, made during a memorial event for a former RSS pracharak on Friday, drew sharp criticism from the Congress, which alleged that the statement raised serious questions about the neutrality of the bureaucracy and the constitutional functioning of the administrative system.Madhya Pradesh Congress committee chief Jitu Patwari shared a video of Vijayvargiya’s speech on X and called it a “matter of constitutional concern.””The public statement by Shri Kailash Vijayvargiya, cabinet minister of the Madhya Pradesh Government, raises an extremely serious constitutional question! According to him, ‘After the government was formed, officials have started describing themselves as affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh!'” he said.”If such a trend of identification is growing within the administrative machinery, then this is not merely a political comment, but a deep and serious issue connected to the impartiality, neutrality, and constitutional propriety of the Indian administrative system! The Constitution of India expects that every official of the government remain loyal to the Constitution, not to any political or ideological organization! Therefore, a constitutional review of this statement is essential!” he added.Patwari also urged President Droupadi Murmu and Madhya Pradesh governor Mangubhai Patel to take cognisance of the matter and sought a constitutional review of the minister’s remarks.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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Bhagyaraj – Watch Weekly Career Horoscope, June 28 to July 04, 2026: Success, challenges, and breakthroughs; Know about your Career ‘We’ve never met in person’: Novak Djokovic reveals special years-long bond with Virat Kohli 124 drones downed, civilians killed: Russia-Ukraine cross-border attacks escalate Picture from X NEW DELHI: India has launched Operation Amistad as a humanitarian relief and rescue mission in the wake of the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.Venezuela was hit by two powerful earthquakes in the northern part of the country, killing over 1,400 people and causing widespread destruction.The humanitarian mission was announced by the ministry of external affairs.As part of the mission, two Indian Air Force C-17 Globemaster aircraft departed for Venezuela on June 26 carrying relief supplies, a 41-member Indian Army medical and rescue team, and two BHISHM Cube portable hospitals, the MEA said.The relief package includes 30 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, six tonnes of medicines and medical equipment, and a self-sufficient Indian Army Field Hospital capable of providing emergency medical care, trauma management and life-saving surgical support.The 41-member contingent comprises rescue personnel and medical professionals, including nine medical officers, who will assist Venezuelan authorities in search and rescue operations, emergency healthcare and humanitarian relief efforts.The Indian Embassy in Côte d’Ivoire said the two aircraft transited through Abidjan before continuing to Venezuela.In a post on X, the embassy said, “Operation Amistad – Responding to the devastating earthquake that struck northern Venezuela, the two Indian Airforce C17s transited through Abidjan enroute to Venezuela carrying 35 T of relief equipment, an Indian Army Field Hospital contingent and two BHISHM cubes. The contingent comprises 41 personnel, including nine medical officers, and is equipped to provide emergency medical care, trauma management, life-saving surgical support and other essential healthcare services to those affected by the earthquake. The team is carrying approximately six tonnes of medical stores and humanitarian relief supplies provided by the ministry of external affairs. In addition, one of the two aircraft is transporting a BHISHM Cube (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog, Hita & Maitri) under India’s Aarogya Maitri Project.”The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has climbed to 1,430, with more than 3,200 people injured and over 50,000 still missing, as rescue teams raced against time on Saturday to locate survivors days after the powerful 7.2 and 7.5-magnitude quakes struck the country.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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Reports reveal the possible wedding date6 Beautiful house names perfect for villas, farmhouses, and cottagesPM Modi enjoys coconut water with Seychelles President: 5 ways to enjoy this hydrating drink and foods to combine with itStarting IVF soon? 5 crucial questions fertility experts say every couple should ask before treatment begins7 signs you are mentally exhausted even if you don’t feel stressed6 high-protein cheela recipes for healthy weight lossEveryone else seems to have it figured out: Why young adults feel the pressure to be ‘sorted’ before they turn 30123Hot PicksChinese proverb of the dayJapanese Proverb Of The DayErling Haaland and Isabel Haugseng Combined Net worthFIFA world cup 2026Rams FanRam Temple DonationNigerian Proverb of the dayUS Strike on IranKetan Agarwal MurderTop TrendingK BhagyarajMumbai Local Train DeathRam Temple Donation RowFIFA World Cup 2026NFL TradeUS Iran CeasefirePriyanka GandhiSergei IvanovMK StalinMumbai Local Train News CISCE launches nationwide fitness assessment for over 31 lakh students ‘It’s too much for Malayalis’: Baiju Santhosh defends Jayaram’s over-the-top humility and asks him to ‘tone it down’ Why India’s AMCA still needs a US engine, and so do many of the world’s fighters NEW DELHI: The power struggle within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) escalated on Saturday after party MP Dola Sen lodged police complaints against the Ritabrata Banerjee-led rebel faction, accusing it of forgery, criminal impersonation and circulating false documents in the name of the All India Trinamool Congress.Sen submitted complaints to the Pragati Maidan and New Town police stations, alleging that the dissident group illegally used the party’s name, election symbol and branding while organising meetings with former Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) councillors.”I most respectfully request you to register a First Information Report (FIR) forthwith on the basis of this written complaint for the aforesaid cognizable offences under the relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, and other applicable laws and conduct a prompt, fair, and thorough investigation into this serious matter, including taking all necessary steps for the preservation and collection of electronic and other evidence as detailed hereinabove,” Sen wrote in her complaint.The complaints allege criminal impersonation, forgery, cheating by personation and circulation of false documents and electronic communications in the name of the All India Trinamool Congress. They also accuse the rebel camp of holding unauthorised meetings while using the party’s official symbol and identity.The complaints came hours after the Ritabrata Banerjee-led breakaway faction held its second meeting within a week with former TMC councillors. According to sources, 47 former councillors attended the gathering at a private banquet hall in Kolkata’s Topsia area to discuss preparations for the upcoming civic polls and rebuilding the party’s organisation after its defeat in the recent assembly elections.Like the previous meeting held on June 22 in New Town, banners at Saturday’s event displayed the TMC’s grass-and-twin-flower symbol and the name “All India Trinamool Congress”, but did not feature photographs of party supremo Mamata Banerjee.Defending the dissident camp, expelled TMC MLA and deputy leader of the opposition in the Assembly Sandipan Saha asserted the group’s legitimacy.”We are the real Trinamool Congress. We have the numbers and are the principal opposition in the state assembly. There can be no question about our legitimacy. We have constituted our national working committee and will soon announce our political programmes,” Saha said.Leader of Opposition Ritabrata Banerjee, who has also been expelled from Mamata Banerjee’s TMC, attended the meeting along with Saha, underscoring the rebel faction’s organisational push.Sources said discussions focused on formulating a strategy for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation elections, expected later this year following the completion of ward delimitation. The leaders also discussed extending legal assistance to party councillors and workers who have been arrested since the BJP came to power in West Bengal.Responding to the rebellion, senior TMC leader and MP Mahua Moitra dismissed the challenge and said the party’s electoral support remained firmly with Mamata Banerjee.”The rebel MLAs are more preoccupied with legal and organisational disputes than with political battle. Mamata Banerjee personally created the TMC symbol, and the party’s electoral support is based on her leadership rather than individual leaders. The votes received by the party belong to Mamata Banerjee’s leadership, and that any symbol endorsed by her would receive public support,” Moitra said.”The mandate of over 2.6 crore voters in favour of Mamata Banerjee remains intact despite recent defections. The departure of some councillors, MLAs, or MPs does not diminish the party’s public mandate. The party’s support base will remain unaffected by the exit of a limited number of elected representatives,” she added.The latest confrontation comes weeks after the West Bengal government dissolved the Kolkata Municipal Corporation board following the resignation of former mayor Firhad Hakim, transferring administrative powers to an appointed administrator ahead of the civic elections.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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India’s defence and aviation achievementsOn defence, PM Modi talked about the successful induction of indigenous naval platforms, saying INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray had joined the Indian Navy and that every aspect of their design and manufacturing was indigenous.Highlighting India’s progress in the aviation sector, he noted that the indigenously manufactured C-295 transport aircraft had completed its maiden flight and 40 such aircraft are being manufactured in India.Highlights Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima YojanaThe Prime Minister urged citizens to take advantage of the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), describing it as an affordable social security initiative.”The government is extending this protective shield to crores of families across the country. Under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, for an annual premium of just Rs 20, one gets accidental insurance cover of up to Rs 2 lakh,” he said.Warns against superstitionPrime Minister Modi also spoke about the dangers of superstition, urging people to rely on logic and facts rather than fear and misconceptions.”In Mann Ki Baat, let us now discuss a subject that is thousands of years old, one that has been deeply ingrained in human society for millennia. That subject is superstition. Superstition is often not merely a misconception; it begets fear, and when fear dominates the mind, a person stops seeing the truth. People steeped in superstition begin making decisions without logic or knowledge of the facts—decisions that lead to great harm,” he said.Hails public response to Middle East crisisReferring to the prevailing war-like situation in Middle East, the Prime Minister thanked citizens for responding positively to his appeal to conserve resources.”I had urged countrymen to avoid buying gold for some time, as far as possible. I am grateful to every citizen of the country; not only have they supported my appeal, they are also actively cooperating in every way,” he said.Modi said several families had informed him that they chose not to purchase new gold for weddings, instead opting to recycle old jewellery. He also noted that many people had postponed foreign travel and embraced carpooling to reduce fuel consumption.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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