From attack on CBI amid NEET's row to Mayawatis' new successor: Today's top 10 morning news headlines

1. Israel wreaks havoc on Palestinians in Gaza, 101 killed in air strikes, over 200 injured 

Israel's fierce airstrikes on Gaza have led to the tragic loss of at least 101 Palestinian lives and over 200 injuries. The relentless bombardment caused widespread destruction, particularly targeting refugee camps. The deadliest strike hit Al Shati, Gaza's oldest camp, killing 24 and injuring dozens.

Al Shati refugee camp in ,Gaza 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/9N5bU4tCPd

— 🔻Hind Alliyaah🔻 (@Hindeyya7) June 22, 2024

2. Villagers attack CBI team collecting evidence in UGC NET paper leak in Bihar's Nawada

 In a dramatic turn of events, a CBI team investigating the UGC NET exam scam was attacked by villagers in Kasiyadih village, Nawada, Bihar. The incident, which occurred on Saturday evening, saw villagers breaking the windows of the CBI vehicles, under the mistaken belief that the officers were imposters.

बिहार में नवादा के रजौली थाना के कसियाडीह गांव में में यूजीसी नेट पेपर लीक मामले में मोबाइल लोकेशन पर दिल्ली से पहुंची सीबीआई की टीम। ग्रामीणों ने किया हमला, एक महिला समेत 4 गिरफ्तार। #Bihar #Cbi #Attack #ExamCancelled #NEET pic.twitter.com/3dRvpodhRg

— Naval Kant Sinha | नवल कान्त सिन्हा (@navalkant) June 23, 2024

3. Mood Swings? Mayawati reinstates Akash Anand as her successor

Mayawati, the chief of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), made a significant announcement during a meeting of the party's office bearers in Lucknow on Sunday. She reinstated her nephew, Akash Anand, to the position of the party's national coordinator and declared him as her successor. 

बहुजन समाज पार्टी (बीएसपी) की राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष एवं पूर्व यूपी सीएम आदरणीया बहनजी @Mayawati जी द्वारा माननीय आकाश आनंद जी को पुनः पार्टी का नेशनल को-अर्डिनेटर एवं अपना उत्तराधिकारी घोषित किए जाने पर बहुत- बहुत बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएं।
आदरणीया बहनजी मायावती जी का बहुत-बहुत आभार! pic.twitter.com/IwJKMfg6qR

— अखिलेन्द्र प्रताप (@akhilendraPpasi) June 23, 2024

4. Fresh gunfight erupts in Manipur; No injuries reported

In the latest escalation of violence in Manipur, fresh clashes erupted between armed groups from two communities, according to police reports. On Saturday, armed miscreants fired towards the Thamnapokpi and Lamlai areas in the Imphal East district, with shots originating from hilltop positions in the neighboring district of Kangpokpi.

5. 'They took me to the room, took off my clothes, then...' Prajwal Revanna's brother Suraj arrested after assaulting man

Karnataka police have booked JD(S) MLC Suraj Revanna for allegedly sexually assaulting a 27-year-old youth worker of the party. This follows a complaint filed by the victim detailing the incident, which allegedly occurred at a farmhouse in Holenarasipura taluk, Hassan district, on June 16th.

One more shehzada of ND Alliance arrested for sexual abuse, this time for raping a man! Suraj is grandson of former PM Deve Gowda and son of union minister @hd_kumaraswamy's brother HD Revanna.

His brother Prajwal Revanna is behind bars for sexually abusing hundreds of women and… pic.twitter.com/vWSdG6ZFOk

— Congress Kerala (@INCKerala) June 23, 2024

6. 'Chup-chap tamasha dekh rahe hai': Rahul Gandhi slams Modi over NEET-PG postponement

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took a strong stance against the central government on Sunday regarding the postponement of the NEET-PG 2024 examination. He accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of being powerless against the pervasive issues of paper leaks and educational malpractices.

NEET देने वाले हज़ारों स्टूडेंट्स अपने परिवारों के साथ भयंकर गर्मी में सड़क पर हैं और नरेंद्र मोदी चुप-चाप तमाशा देख रहे हैं।

उन्हें भरोसा दिलाता हूं कि इस संघर्ष में सड़क से लेकर संसद तक INDIA आपके साथ है।

परीक्षार्थियों से चर्चा का पूरा वीडियो देखें: pic.twitter.com/XLMjKXktYn

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) June 21, 2024

7. What is Black Book? Unofficial records used by Telangana MLA to threaten public servants

In a highly controversial move, BRS MLA P. Kaushik Reddy has issued a stern warning to government officials, threatening to document their names in an unofficial 'black book'. This alarming development comes on the heels of the 'Red Book' controversy in Andhra Pradesh, sparking widespread concerns about the use of unofficial records to intimidate public servants.

Telangana MLA Threatens Officials with Extra-Constitutional ‘Black Book' Amid Rising Controversy

In a contentious move, BRS MLA P. Kaushik Reddy has threatened government officials with severe repercussions, warning that their names will be recorded in an '’black book'.

This… pic.twitter.com/nC39dLkIdT

— Sudhakar Udumula (@sudhakarudumula) June 23, 2024

8. BJP leader's Kailash Vijayvargiya close aide Monu Kalyane shot dead

In a tragic incident, Monu Kalyane, Vice President of BJP Yuva Morcha, was fatally shot in the city's Chimanbagh area under the jurisdiction of MG Road police station. Monu, known for his close association with Madhya Pradesh cabinet minister Kailash Vijayvargiya, succumbed to gunshot wounds inflicted by assailants identified as Piyush and Arjun.

Tragic! BJP leader Monu Kalyane, close aide of Cabinet Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya gunned down in Indore#BJP #Shotdead #news #Topindiannews https://t.co/1A45gG13HJ

— Top Indian News (@TopIndian_News) June 23, 2024

9. CBI takes over NEET-UG irregularities case amid controversy, Narco tests possible

Central government authorized the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate alleged irregularities surrounding the NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) on Saturday night. This decision follows mounting allegations of question paper leaks and other irregularities reported post the examination held on May 5.

10. Naxalite IED blast in Sukma claims lives of two CRPF soldiers

A deadly attack by Naxalites in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, has resulted in the martyrdom of two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawans. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon during a routine operation (ROP) by the 201 Cobra Corps.

Terrible News!!
Two CoBRA commando of CRPF made supreme sacrifice in an IED blast by Naxals in Chhattisgarh!
Salute 🇮🇳 #CRPF #Sukma pic.twitter.com/vjxsgCehoB

— Desert Scorpion🦂🇮🇳 (@TigerCharlii) June 23, 2024