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<p>A bride called off her&nbsp;marriage in the Indian state of Odisha after the groom insisted on mutton for his guests. As a result,&nbsp;the groom had to leave&nbsp;empty-handed.&nbsp;The bizarre incident took place at the bride's house located in the Dhama area of Sambalpur district in Odisha.</p>

<p>As per reports in Odishatv.in,&nbsp;the quarrel began after a mutton shortage at the feast due to which&nbsp;the last seven to eight guests from the groom's side&nbsp;could not be served the dish.</p>

<p>The bride's family said that they were unable to arrange mutton at that hour because it was already late in the evening. However, the issue blew out of proportion and&nbsp;became a serious problem. The bride chose not to go forward with the marriage after being upset by the groom and his guests'&nbsp;actions.</p>

<p>Speaking about the incident, the bride told Odishatv.in, “Everything was in place. Even the mutton was served as well. But it finished before the last six or seven persons could eat. Then they started arguing with my father accusing him of mismanagement.”</p>

<p>“My parents and other family members urged them to keep quiet and tried to pacify them by offering chicken and fish instead, but they were adamant in their demand for mutton and started misbehaving with us,” the bride said.</p>

<p>"My father even bowed down and pleaded before them, but they remained unmoved. It seemed wrong to me and I told them to leave the place without marriage,” she added.</p>

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<h2><strong>Strange occurrences at Indian weddings</strong></h2>

<p>A day after their wedding ceremony, a young Indian couple was discovered dead at their home. According to post-mortem results, they both suffered heart attacks at the same time and died. According to reports, the couple, who were 22 and 24 years old, had no prior history of cardiac issues. They may have suffocated while sleeping in a poorly ventilated room, according to police, which led to the heart attack.</p>

<p>Balrampur SP Prashant Verma who spoke to the Hindustan Times said the viscera of both bodies have been preserved for further investigations&nbsp;at the State Forensic Science Laboratory in Lucknow to unravel the mystery behind the couple's deaths.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, some local police officers said that the room where the couple was discovered dead lacked ventilation and that&nbsp;the heart attack could have been the&nbsp;result of suffocation while sleeping.</p>

<p>The couple, known as Pratap Yadav, 24, and his wife Pushpa Yadav, 22, were discovered dead in a room at their home on Thursday morning in Godhiya village, which is part of the Kasierganj police station in Bahraich. Only one day after being married, the couple was discovered dead in a bizarre state in a chamber that was sealed from the inside.&nbsp;</p>

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A bride called off her marriage in the Indian state of Odisha after the groom insisted on mutton for his guests. As a result, the groom had to leave empty-handed.

A bride called off her marriage in the Indian state of Odisha after the groom insisted on mutton for his guests. As a result, the groom had to leave empty-handed. The bizarre incident took place at the bride's house located in the Dhama area of Sambalpur district in Odisha. As per reports in Odishatv.in, the quarrel began after a mutton shortage at the feast due to which the last seven to eight guests from the groom's side could not be served the dish. The bride's family said that they were unable to arrange mutton at that hour because it was already late in the evening. However, the issue blew out of proportion and became a serious problem. The bride chose not to go forward with the marriage after being upset by the groom and his guests' actions. Speaking about the incident, the bride told Odishatv.in, “Everything was in place. Even the mutton was served as well. But it finished before the last six or seven persons could eat. Then they started arguing with my father accusing him of mismanagement.” “My parents and other family members urged them to keep quiet and tried to pacify them by offering chicken and fish instead, but they were adamant in their demand for mutton and started misbehaving with us,” the bride said. "My father even bowed down and pleaded before them, but they remained unmoved. It seemed wrong to me and I told them to leave the place without marriage,” she added. Also read | UK: Indian student killed, another woman injured after double stabbing incident in London, three arrested Strange occurrences at Indian weddings A day after their wedding ceremony, a young Indian couple was discovered dead at their home. According to post-mortem results, they both suffered heart attacks at the same time and died. According to reports, the couple, who were 22 and 24 years old, had no prior history of cardiac issues. They may have suffocated while sleeping in a poorly ventilated room, according to police, which led to the heart attack. Balrampur SP Prashant Verma who spoke to the Hindustan Times said the viscera of both bodies have been preserved for further investigations at the State Forensic Science Laboratory in Lucknow to unravel the mystery behind the couple's deaths. Also watch | At least 35,000 residents evacuated as Gujarat braces for Cyclone Biparjoy However, some local police officers said that the room where the couple was discovered dead lacked ventilation and that the heart attack could have been the result of suffocation while sleeping. The couple, known as Pratap Yadav, 24, and his wife Pushpa Yadav, 22, were discovered dead in a room at their home on Thursday morning in Godhiya village, which is part of the Kasierganj police station in Bahraich. Only one day after being married, the couple was discovered dead in a bizarre state in a chamber that was sealed from the inside. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>The Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha reviewed the arrangements and works going on ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting&nbsp;from July 1. The LG visited the Pahalgam Nunwan base camp of Amarnath Yatra in South Kashmir to take&nbsp;stock of department-wise arrangements that have been put in place for the comfort of pilgrims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>LG directed the concerned departments to make all necessary services accessible to the pilgrims at railway stations, airports, travel routes, and yatra base camps.</p>

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<p>He also reviewed the&nbsp;arrangements made by the security agencies.&nbsp;Around 60 thousand security personnel from the paramilitary forces, police, and Army will be deployed from Lakhanpur to the holy cave during the 62-day-long Amarnath Yatra.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''Create a strong healthcare and health emergency infrastructure with additional teams of doctors and nursing staff. Officials should harness the benefits of technology to deal with any emergent situation. Proper arrangements for regular ambulances, Heli-ambulance service and oxygen cylinders must be ensured. It must be ensured that the track is prepared for ponies, and pithoos from Chandanwari to holy cave well before the commencement of the yatra,'' said Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Lt Governor set the deadline of&nbsp;June 20 for the completion of various works including snow clearance at MG Top, Panjtarni and other such areas; completion of the emergency landing platform at holy cave; boundary walls, safety railing on vulnerable stretches; water supply and installation of RO in every camp.</p>

<p>''Power supply and illumination in every camp should be done by June 17. Health facilities and the availability of health equipment should be ensured. SOP by the health department to be made operational at each camp. We must learn from the challenges of last year and take comprehensive measures accordingly. All the concerned departments, CAPFs, J&amp;K Police, Army and other stakeholders should work in close coordination for making the best arrangements to ensure a smooth pilgrimage. Feedback on tracks from civil administration, and security forces should also be taken,'' said Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha.&nbsp;</p>

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The Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha reviewed the arrangements and works going on ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting from July 1. The LG visited the Pahalgam Nunwan base camp of Amarnath Yatra in South Kashmir to take stock of department-wise arrangements that have been put in place for the comfort of pilgrims.

The Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha reviewed the arrangements and works going on ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting from July 1. The LG visited the Pahalgam Nunwan base camp of Amarnath Yatra in South Kashmir to take stock of department-wise arrangements that have been put in place for the comfort of pilgrims. LG directed the concerned departments to make all necessary services accessible to the pilgrims at railway stations, airports, travel routes, and yatra base camps. Also read | Dutch spies warned CIA of Ukraine's plans to blow up Nord Stream pipelines: Report He also reviewed the arrangements made by the security agencies. Around 60 thousand security personnel from the paramilitary forces, police, and Army will be deployed from Lakhanpur to the holy cave during the 62-day-long Amarnath Yatra. ''Create a strong healthcare and health emergency infrastructure with additional teams of doctors and nursing staff. Officials should harness the benefits of technology to deal with any emergent situation. Proper arrangements for regular ambulances, Heli-ambulance service and oxygen cylinders must be ensured. It must be ensured that the track is prepared for ponies, and pithoos from Chandanwari to holy cave well before the commencement of the yatra,'' said Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha. Also Read | Shark that ate Russian tourist on camera to be mummified, put on display The Lt Governor set the deadline of June 20 for the completion of various works including snow clearance at MG Top, Panjtarni and other such areas; completion of the emergency landing platform at holy cave; boundary walls, safety railing on vulnerable stretches; water supply and installation of RO in every camp. ''Power supply and illumination in every camp should be done by June 17. Health facilities and the availability of health equipment should be ensured. SOP by the health department to be made operational at each camp. We must learn from the challenges of last year and take comprehensive measures accordingly. All the concerned departments, CAPFs, J&K Police, Army and other stakeholders should work in close coordination for making the best arrangements to ensure a smooth pilgrimage. Feedback on tracks from civil administration, and security forces should also be taken,'' said Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha. Watch | UK Police seek motive for Nottingham murders, man arrested after police finds three dead × The Lt Governor directed the officials to lay special focus on sanitation, quality of tents, and fire extinguishers, and ensure adequate gaps during the installation of tents. No unauthorised tents should be installed. Strict enforcement of SOPs and guidelines must be ensured near the holy cave. Instructions were also passed pertaining to the installation of LED at various locations with pre-recorded messages and information dissemination, upgradation of signages and information boards, besides ensuring strong telecom and mobile connectivity. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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A very severe Cyclone named Biparjoy is barreling toward the coasts of India and Pakistan and more than a hundred-thousand people are being evacuated to safer ground. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, the Cyclone is expected to make its landfall tomorrow. Watch now to know updates about the cyclone from both India and Pakistan.

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US President Joe Biden's National Security Adviser is in New Delhi. Jake Sullivan's trip comes ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Washington later this month. Ahead of the Indian Prime Minister's Washington visit, the Biden administration is pushing New Delhi to advance a deal for dozens of armed drones. The Quad grouping of countries - the United States, India, Australia and Japan, all operate, or have operated, the MQ-9b sea-guardian drone.

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Monday marked the first day of the second phase of G20 Development Ministers meeting. The event which was held in the Indian city of Varanasi took an unprecedented turn with Russia distancing itself from the unanimous conclusions drawn at the meet. According to official G20 documents, Russia is said to have disassociated itself from references made to Ukraine. The context elaborates on the global impact of Russia's ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

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Reports from Egypt suggest that the country may pay for imports from India in rupees. Egyptian supply minister Ali Moselhy told Reuters that the country is looking to pay for imports from India, China and Russia in their local currencies instead of the US Dollar.

Egypt may start paying for Indian imports in rupees

<p dir="ltr">The National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached two properties belonging to Mohammad Akbar Khanday, separatist leader of All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The properties include nine Kanal land and a 2-storeyed house in Srinagar. These have been attached on the orders of the Special NIA Court, New Delhi, under section 33(1) of UAPA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes a day after attaching 17 properties of Kashmiri businessman, Zahoor Ahmed Shah Watali.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">As per&nbsp;the NIA, Khanday, currently in Tihar Jail facing trial in the terror funding case, was the Spokesperson/ Media advisor of Hurriyat Conference (G). He was raising and collecting funds from within India and abroad through various illegal channels and was using the same to sponsor and promote separatist and terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">“Khanday, who was closely connected with other separatist leaders of the APHC, was operating in close association with Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and he used to collect funds for unlawful and violent activities. He was also actively involved in activities aimed at the secession of Jammu and Kashmir from the Union of India, NIA investigations have revealed,“ said NIA.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr">The NIA added that the case, filed suo moto by NIA in May 2017, relates to terrorist and secessionist activities being carried out by ISI-backed proscribed terrorist organisations in Jammu and Kashmir. These banned outfits, including Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) etc, were using the APHC as a front for their activities, NIA investigations have revealed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The press release of NIA said that they were spreading terror and perpetrating violence in the Kashmir Valley by promoting and conducting attacks on civilians and security forces.</p>

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<p dir="ltr">The agency has so far filed a charge sheet against 17 people, including Hafeez Saeed, the Amir of Jamaat-ud-Dawah and LeT and a&nbsp;UN-listed terrorist, as well as Mohd. Yusuf Shah, also known as&nbsp;Syed Salahuddin, the Chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM).</p>

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached two properties belonging to Mohammad Akbar Khanday, separatist leader of All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The properties include nine Kanal land and a 2-storeyed house in Srinagar.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached two properties belonging to Mohammad Akbar Khanday, separatist leader of All Party Hurriyat Conference (APHC). The properties include nine Kanal land and a 2-storeyed house in Srinagar. These have been attached on the orders of the Special NIA Court, New Delhi, under section 33(1) of UAPA. This comes a day after attaching 17 properties of Kashmiri businessman, Zahoor Ahmed Shah Watali. As per the NIA, Khanday, currently in Tihar Jail facing trial in the terror funding case, was the Spokesperson/ Media advisor of Hurriyat Conference (G). He was raising and collecting funds from within India and abroad through various illegal channels and was using the same to sponsor and promote separatist and terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir. “Khanday, who was closely connected with other separatist leaders of the APHC, was operating in close association with Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and he used to collect funds for unlawful and violent activities. He was also actively involved in activities aimed at the secession of Jammu and Kashmir from the Union of India, NIA investigations have revealed,“ said NIA. Also read | India: At least four killed, three injured after tanker carrying chemicals explodes on Pune-Mumbai Expressway The NIA added that the case, filed suo moto by NIA in May 2017, relates to terrorist and secessionist activities being carried out by ISI-backed proscribed terrorist organisations in Jammu and Kashmir. These banned outfits, including Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) etc, were using the APHC as a front for their activities, NIA investigations have revealed. The press release of NIA said that they were spreading terror and perpetrating violence in the Kashmir Valley by promoting and conducting attacks on civilians and security forces. Also watch | NIA seizes property of separatist leader Ayaz Akbar The agency has so far filed a charge sheet against 17 people, including Hafeez Saeed, the Amir of Jamaat-ud-Dawah and LeT and a UN-listed terrorist, as well as Mohd. Yusuf Shah, also known as Syed Salahuddin, the Chief of Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM). WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Extremely severe cyclone Biparjoy is likely to hit portions of the India's western state Gujarat on Thursday (June 15). The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that Gujarat's Kutch and Jamnagar districts are likely to be most impacted by Cyclone Biparjoy.

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<p>Nearly half (54 per cent) of Pakistanis, according to a <a href="https://gallup.com.pk/wp/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/12th-June-English-Vesion.pdf">Gallup &amp; Gilani Pakistan study</a>, think the Kashmir conflict may be resolved during their lifetime.</p>

<p>The question "Do you think the Kashmir problem can be solved during your lifetime?" was posed to an adult, nationally representative sample of both men and women from all around the nation. 54 per cent&nbsp;of respondents replied "yes," while 46 per cent&nbsp;disagreed.</p>

<p>The Gilani Research Foundation, a Pakistani subsidiary of Gallup International, commissioned Gallup &amp; Gilani Pakistan to conduct the survey in Pakistan and publish the results. A sample of 1,535 men and women from urban and rural regions of all four provinces of the nation participated in the current poll, which was conducted from March 29 to April 7, 2023. At a&nbsp;confidence level of 95 per cent, the error margin is expected to be between two and three per cent. Telephonic surveys (CATI) were the method of data collection.</p>

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<h2 id="main-heading" tabindex="-1"><strong>Why India and Pakistan fight over Kashmir?</strong></h2>

<p>Kashmir is a Himalayan region that is around 86,000 square miles (222,738 square kilometres) in size and is well-known for the beauty of its lakes, meadows,&nbsp;snow-capped mountains,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a variety of ethnic groups.</p>

<p>Before India and Pakistan achieved their independence from Britain in August 1947, the region was a contentious one.</p>

<p>Kashmir was allowed to join either India or Pakistan under the terms of the partition plan outlined in the Indian Independence Act, as reported by the BBC.</p>

<p>Hari Singh, the maharaja (local king), initially wanted Kashmir's independence; nevertheless, in October 1947, he decided to join India in exchange for the&nbsp;country's assistance in repelling a Pakistani tribesman invasion.</p>

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<p>India approached the UN and requested its intervention when a conflict broke out. To decide whether the state will ally with India or Pakistan, the UN suggested conducting a vote. But before the referendum could be held, the two nations were unable to come to an agreement to demilitarise the area.</p>

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<p>The UN had advised India and Pakistan to draw a ceasefire line, and they did so in July 1949, dividing the territory.</p>

<p>In 1965, a second conflict broke out. Then, in 1999, India engaged in a brief but bloody fight with forces supported by Pakistan.</p>

<p>At that point, both Pakistan and India had proclaimed themselves nuclear powers.</p>

<p>Today, Kashmir is claimed by both Delhi and Islamabad in its entirety although only a portion of it is really under their authority. These areas are known internationally as "Indian-administered Kashmir" and "Pakistan-administered Kashmir."</p>

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Nearly half (54 per cent) of Pakistanis, according to a Gallup & Gilani Pakistan study, think the Kashmir conflict may be resolved during their lifetime. The question "Do you think the Kashmir problem can be solved during your lifetime?

Nearly half (54 per cent) of Pakistanis, according to a Gallup & Gilani Pakistan study, think the Kashmir conflict may be resolved during their lifetime. The question "Do you think the Kashmir problem can be solved during your lifetime?" was posed to an adult, nationally representative sample of both men and women from all around the nation. 54 per cent of respondents replied "yes," while 46 per cent disagreed. The Gilani Research Foundation, a Pakistani subsidiary of Gallup International, commissioned Gallup & Gilani Pakistan to conduct the survey in Pakistan and publish the results. A sample of 1,535 men and women from urban and rural regions of all four provinces of the nation participated in the current poll, which was conducted from March 29 to April 7, 2023. At a confidence level of 95 per cent, the error margin is expected to be between two and three per cent. Telephonic surveys (CATI) were the method of data collection. Why India and Pakistan fight over Kashmir? Kashmir is a Himalayan region that is around 86,000 square miles (222,738 square kilometres) in size and is well-known for the beauty of its lakes, meadows, snow-capped mountains, and a variety of ethnic groups. Before India and Pakistan achieved their independence from Britain in August 1947, the region was a contentious one. Kashmir was allowed to join either India or Pakistan under the terms of the partition plan outlined in the Indian Independence Act, as reported by the BBC. Hari Singh, the maharaja (local king), initially wanted Kashmir's independence; nevertheless, in October 1947, he decided to join India in exchange for the country's assistance in repelling a Pakistani tribesman invasion. Also watch | Former Pak PM Imran Khan tells JIT he has no evidence against Major General Naseer India approached the UN and requested its intervention when a conflict broke out. To decide whether the state will ally with India or Pakistan, the UN suggested conducting a vote. But before the referendum could be held, the two nations were unable to come to an agreement to demilitarise the area. Also read | Imran Khan admits he has no evidence against Major General Naseer: Reports The UN had advised India and Pakistan to draw a ceasefire line, and they did so in July 1949, dividing the territory. In 1965, a second conflict broke out. Then, in 1999, India engaged in a brief but bloody fight with forces supported by Pakistan. At that point, both Pakistan and India had proclaimed themselves nuclear powers. Today, Kashmir is claimed by both Delhi and Islamabad in its entirety although only a portion of it is really under their authority. These areas are known internationally as "Indian-administered Kashmir" and "Pakistan-administered Kashmir." WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Most Pakistanis think Kashmir issue can be resolved within their lifetime: Survey

Delhi Police on Tuesday sent a notice to wrestling federations of five nations where the top Indian wrestlers alleged sexual harassment by the WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh during tournaments. The police have sought information and CCTV footage from Indonesia, Bulgaria, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan.

Wrestlers Protest: Delhi Police approach 5 countries for CCTV footage over FIR against WFI chief

The national investigation agency of India raided two properties belonging to the leader and spokesperson of the Hurriyat, Ayaz Akbar, on Tuesday in the Kashmir Valley as part of a major crackdown on money laundering. The properties are situated in the Malura area, on the outskirts of Srinagar, while Akbar has been imprisoned for the past six years.

Jammu & Kashmir: NIA seizes property of separatist leader Ayaz Akbar | India

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan meets his Indian counterpart Ajit Doval in New Delhi to hammer out future multi-pronged bilateral cooperation. Sullivan will also be meeting External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

US NSA Jake Sullivan meets Indian counterpart Ajit Doval in New Delhi

Indian state Gujarat is bracing for a powerful cyclone Biparjoy. The cyclone is likely to hit portions of the western state on Thursday (June 15). The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that Gujarat's Kutch and Jamnagar districts are likely to be most impacted by Cyclone Biparjoy.

India: Gujarat braces for Cyclone Biparjoy, IMD issues advisory for fishermen

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