Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath has warned that miscreants posing as Kanwariyas to incite violence during the pilgrimage will face strict action, including public identification. He accused anti-social elements of tarnishing the Yatra’s image and urged genuine devotees to expose them.

The Monsoon Session of Parliament is set to begin with a contentious atmosphere as the opposition INDIA bloc and the BJP-led government clash on issues like the Pahalgam attack, Operation Sindoor, and foreign policy. Several bills are slated for consideration, including those related to sports governance, geoheritage sites, and mining regulations.

India is nearing completion of a new 130-km road to Daulat Beg Oldie (DBO) in eastern Ladakh, expected to be fully operational by Oct-Nov 2026. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed significant portions of the road, enhancing military mobility to the frontier. This alternative route aims to improve connectivity and reduce PLA’s ability to track Indian military movements.