VK News Today https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html These zodiac signs may surprise you with their gentle nature E20 controversy explained: Why an old roadmap is back in spotlight Watch: Thick plumes of smoke fill the sky as major fire guts three buses in Tamil Nadu’s Karur | India News Updated: Jul 12, 2026, 15:59 IST ‘I’d give up any format’: Amid T20 boom, South African cricketer wants to score ‘10,000 Test runs’ | Cricket News Central University of Rajasthan moves odd semester classes online till August 14 amid El Niño concerns Shweta Mohan pens a moving tribute on ‘losing a piece of her heart’ after S. Janaki’s demise: ‘The best singer this world has ever seen’ Ashadha Amavasya 2026: Date, timings, rituals and significance Ukraine steps up attacks on Russia, killing one and targeting refinery and tanker ‘No legal basis’: US, EU and 13 nations reject Beijing’s South China Sea claims An FIR was registered against a suspended Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee employee (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Uttarakhand government has directed the chief executive officer of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) to initiate action against officials and employees found responsible for alleged financial irregularities, following an inquiry into payments made for the accommodation, food and other expenses of VIP guests at the Kedarnath establishment.In a June 25 letter, deputy secretary Anil Kumar Pandey of the Tourism and Religious Affairs Department referred to the inquiry report, which found prima facie evidence that advance funds were released from the temple corpus without approval from the competent authority, amounting to a financial irregularity.The inquiry report questioned the roles of the then Manager, Kedarnath, the then Chief In-charge Officer, Kedarnath, and the then Chief Executive Officer. The government directed the BKTC CEO to take appropriate action against the officials and employees named in the report in accordance with the provisions of the Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee Act, 1939, and the rules framed under it.The directive comes as multiple financial matters related to the BKTC remain under scrutiny, including the alleged theft of donations at the Badrinath temple.Separately, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Sunday recorded statements of five witnesses in connection with the alleged Badrinath Temple donation theft case. Uttarakhand Police said the BKTC will submit bank records for the last three years as part of the investigation.Police said CCTV footage from July 2 has been recovered, in which suspended BKTC employee Pramod Nautiyal is allegedly seen collecting cash suspiciously from the temple’s donation counting room.Speaking to ANI, Chamoli SP Surjit Singh Panwar said the SIT has recorded statements of available witnesses and is awaiting the BKTC’s internal inquiry report before proceeding further.”We are currently investigating on the basis of the complaint given by the BKTC. We have recorded the statements of some of the available prime witnesses in the case. We are waiting for the official internal enquiry report of the BKTC. The statement of the other witnesses will be recorded soon. The process of analysing the CCTV footage and collecting the evidence is underway. After the due collection of evidence, we will proceed with further action against the accused,” he said.According to Uttarakhand Police, CCTV footage allegedly shows Nautiyal “suspiciously hiding or stealing” bundles of Rs 500 and Rs 100 notes, gold and silver coins, shaligram stones and offering envelopes from the donation counting room. Police said he was also seen making repeated trips between the counting room and his office, leading investigators to suspect that the stolen items were being concealed there.”The accused Pramod Nautiyal is seen suspiciously hiding or stealing bundles of Rs 500 and Rs 100 notes, along with gold and silver coins, shaligram stones, and envelopes of offerings estimated to contain Rs 10 to 12 thousand rupees. Furthermore, while doing so, he is seen going back and forth between his office and the counting room two to three times. The police suspect that after stealing money, gold and silver coins, etc., from the counting room, he would store them in his office. This sequence of events was observed in the CCTV footage from July 2,” Uttarakhand Police said.The alleged irregularities came to light during the counting of cash offerings made by devotees at the Badrinath temple on July 2. A preliminary inquiry found that cash was allegedly removed from the counting area in violation of established procedures.An FIR was registered at Badrinath Police Station following a complaint by BKTC In-charge Temple Officer Yudhvir Pushpwan. Statements of other BKTC officials, including CCTV control officer Panwar and Harender Kothari, who was present during the counting process, have also been recorded.Meanwhile, Nautiyal has moved the Uttarakhand High Court challenging his suspension and the FIR against him. Justice Alok Mehra directed the BKTC to file its response, with the next hearing scheduled for July 16.The case is currently being investigated by the police, the SIT, the BKTC’s departmental inquiry committee and a high-level committee headed by the Garhwal Commissioner.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. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBJP Rejects Omar Abdullah’s ‘Operation Lotus’ Allegation, Demands Proof Or Public ApologyHapur Woman Critical After Allegedly Drinking Acid From Sealed Water Bottle; Police Launch ProbeElection Commission Updates Form 6 With New SIR DeclarationIndian Army Plans To Induct 450 Carl Gustaf M4 Rocket LaunchersDelhi To Get Its First Solar Tree At Secretariat; Pilot Project May Expand Across The CityBig Setback To Mamata Banerjee As Loyalist Anubrata Mandal Joins Ritabrata-Led Rebel CampOperation Lotus In Kashmir? 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The Congress has moved a breach of privilege notice against the Rajnath Singh.”On the recommendation of the Govt of India, Hon’ble President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji has approved the summoning of both the Houses of Parliament for the Monsoon Session 2026. The Session will commence on July 20, 2026 and continue till August 13, 2026, for meaningful debate, discussion and decisions on issues of National Importance,” Rijiju said in a post on X.The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the proposed 130th Constitution Amendment Bill is also expected to adopt its report on July 17 before submitting it to Parliament. The Bill has sparked political debate over a provision that mandates the automatic removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers and Union or State ministers from office if they remain in judicial custody for 30 consecutive days in cases involving serious offences.Ahead of the session, several opposition parties have also faced turmoil. After the defeat in the assembly elections, 20 MPs of Trinamool Congress merged with the National Citizens Party of India. Additionally, three party MPs resigned their Rajya Sabha seats and have joined the BJP.There has been further “split” in Shiv Sena (UBT) with six of the party’s MPs in the Lok Sabha joining Shiv Sena led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Seven AAP MPs in the Rajya Sabha had joined BJP earlier.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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NEW DELHI: An Indian survivor of the tourist boat tragedy off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island has described how a “sudden storm” overturned the vessel within seconds, trapping passengers inside and leaving 15 Indian tourists dead. Speaking after the accident, Nirmal Kumar said rescue teams responded quickly but claimed inadequate medical facilities and supplies on the nearby island may have cost additional lives. Vietnamese authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.Nirmal Kumar, one of the survivors, said the speedboat carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, was travelling between islands when rough weather struck without warning.”When we were moving from one island to the next island, a sudden storm came…suddenly within a second, the boat was going upside down. We were on the front side and came out by jumping into the sea. Those who were inside got trapped, and since the boat was upside down, they were unable to come outside the boat. We were thirty-two on the boat, but in total, we had one hundred and five people,” he said.Kumar said local rescue teams reached the scene promptly, but the lack of adequate medical equipment and medicines at the nearby island hampered efforts to save more victims.”They rescued us, but some medical equipment was not available on that island. A doctor was travelling with us. He said that medicines are not available here, so we cannot save the lives…more lives could have been saved. Requisite aid wasn’t available at the island for the number of people needing it. The Vietnam Air Force came after two-three hours and they guided us, they treated us,” he said.He also said Indian authorities had extended assistance to those affected following the tragedy.”Yesterday they came, and they are doing their process. Everyone went back…we’re four people from the company, and I am staying here,” he added.The Indian Embassy in Vietnam confirmed that all 15 people who died in the accident were Indian nationals. In a post on X, the embassy said the mortal remains of the victims were being transported to Ho Chi Minh City, from where they would be flown to India after the completion of necessary formalities.The tourist speedboat was carrying 36 people, including 32 Indian tourists, when it capsized off the coast of Vietnam’s popular Phu Quoc Island. Authorities in Vietnam are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident.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. 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All about the ‘Dhurandhar’ singer Jasmine Sandlas’ fiancé and their relationship Sun-Pluto Impact: 4 Zodiac Signs Set for Sudden Breakthroughs This Week Burning Lemon Peels And Cloves: Unlocking the Secrets of Burning Lemon Peels and Cloves: A Timeless Ritual | PM Modi mourns demise of Qatar’s former Amir, calls him ‘visionary leader, true friend’ NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the death of former Qatar ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing him as a visionary leader who transformed the Gulf nation and a true friend of India.”We deeply mourn the passing of Father Amir of State of Qatar, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. A visionary leader who led Qatar to great levels of development and prosperity, we remember him also as a true friend whom I had the honour of meeting during my last visit to Qatar in February 2024,” PM Modi said in a post on X.”I convey my sincere condolences to the Amir of Qatar, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the entire royal family and people of Qatar. May the departed soul rest in eternal peace,” he added.Sheikh Hamad ruled Qatar from 1995 to 2013 before voluntarily handing over power to his son, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in a rare abdication by a hereditary Gulf ruler.Qatar’s Amiri Diwan, the country’s highest government body, announced his death on Sunday, paying tribute to his contributions to the nation.During his nearly two-decade rule, Sheikh Hamad oversaw Qatar’s transformation from a relatively small Gulf state into a global economic and diplomatic force. Backed by its vast natural gas reserves, the country emerged as the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas while significantly expanding its international influence.His tenure also saw the launch and growth of the Al Jazeera media network, which helped elevate Qatar’s global profile, and the country’s successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the first edition of the tournament to be held in the Middle East.Sheikh Hamad came to power in 1995 after deposing his father, Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad Al Thani, in a bloodless coup while the latter was abroad. Nearly 18 years later, he became one of the few hereditary rulers in the Gulf to voluntarily abdicate in favour of the next generation.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. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosHapur Woman Critical After Allegedly Drinking Acid From Sealed Water Bottle; Police Launch ProbeElection Commission Updates Form 6 With New SIR DeclarationIndian Army Plans To Induct 450 Carl Gustaf M4 Rocket LaunchersDelhi To Get Its First Solar Tree At Secretariat; Pilot Project May Expand Across The CityBig Setback To Mamata Banerjee As Loyalist Anubrata Mandal Joins Ritabrata-Led Rebel CampOperation Lotus In Kashmir? 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Janaki Space milestone for Japan as it successfully launches, lands reusable rocket Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott who sold half of her Amazon stake makes latest donation to a US non-profit mobilising youth and young adults to change culture around … Researchers discover cave with rare cave pearls in Vietnam’s Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park | World News The embassy had also said that the ‘exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing.’ NEW DELHI: The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who died after a speedboat capsized near Vietnam’s Phu Quoc Island are being transported to Ho Chi Minh City and will be flown back to India at the earliest after official formalities are completed, the Embassy of India in Vietnam said on Sunday. The mission said it is working closely with Vietnamese authorities, who have assured full assistance to expedite the repatriation process.In a post on X, the Embassy of India in Vietnam said, “The mortal remains of the 15 Indian nationals who tragically passed away in yesterday’s boat accident are being transported to Ho Chi Minh City and will reach there by this evening. After completion of formalities at Ho Chi Minh the mortal remains would be transported to India at the earliest. The Embassy and the Consulate teams are closely coordinating with the Vietnamese authorities who have assured all assistance for earliest transportation of the mortal remains to India.” Watch 15 Indian Tourists Confirmed Dead As Speedboat Capsizes Off Vietnam’s Phu Quoc IslandThe latest update comes a day after a speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized less than 500 metres off Hon May Rut Ngoai island, near the popular tourist destination of Phu Quoc, at around 2.30 pm local time on Saturday. At least 15 Indian tourists were killed and 17 others were injured, with four reported to be in critical condition.According to the Indian embassy, the victims included three people from Andhra Pradesh, 10 from Tamil Nadu and two from Kerala. Several of the injured are from Telangana and are receiving treatment at hospitals near the accident site.The group on board comprised mobile phone dealers from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana associated with Lava International, who were on a company-sponsored trip to Phu Quoc. They were returning to An Thoi Port from Hon May Rut Island when the vessel overturned around 400 metres from shore.The Indian Embassy had earlier confirmed the accident and announced that emergency control rooms had been established in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to assist affected families and provide information. In an earlier statement, the mission said, “In a tragic incident, a boat carrying several Indian tourists has capsized near Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam a few hours ago.”The embassy had also said that the “exact details of the incident are being ascertained as search and rescue operations by local authorities are ongoing.”Rescue operations were launched immediately, with nearby vessels, border guards, the coast guard and other emergency agencies joining the effort despite rough seas and strong waves. Vietnamese authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with adverse weather, rough sea conditions and possible mechanical failure among the factors being examined.Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung has ordered an investigation into the tragedy and directed authorities to hold those responsible accountable. He also instructed officials to review waterway and maritime safety measures in the area.Lava International said those on board were members of its dealer network and expressed condolences to the bereaved families. The company said its teams in both India and Vietnam are in regular contact with the families and are providing all possible assistance.Meanwhile, the chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have directed officials to coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian embassy in Vietnam to ensure support for the affected families. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his condolences following the tragedy.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. 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