President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday presented the Padma Awards 2026 during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. According to an official statement, a total of 65 Padma Awards were conferred, including two Padma Vibhushan, seven Padma Bhushan and 56 Padma Shri honours, recognising distinguished contributions across various fields.
The SIT probing alleged embezzlement at the Ayodhya Ram Temple has told trust office-bearers and functionaries not to leave the city. The inquiry has widened beyond donations to examine land deals, material purchases and reports sent daily to the Chief Minister's Office.
A recent Indian Air Force (IAF) document has again contradicted Pakistan's claims that India lost multiple Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor. According to an Air Headquarters Request for Proposal (RFP) issued in June, the IAF has sought bids for a five-month bridge support package covering all 36 Rafale aircraft currently in service. The document, accessed by media reports, pertains to the entire fleet of 36 Rafale jets acquired by India from France under the government-to-government deal signed in 2016. The reference to all 36 aircraft has been cited as evidence against claims that any of the fighters were lost during the operation.
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By the time emergency responders arrived, thick smoke had engulfed the building's enclosed interiors, severely hampering rescue efforts. With no alternative emergency exits or external evacuation routes available, firefighters faced significant challenges in reaching those trapped inside and had limited options for carrying out rescue operations.
