India

Award highlights India’s growing diplomatic clout, ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ vision, and depening India–EU ties ahead of Cyprus’s 2026 EU Council Presidency

A bomb threat to ISRO’s Sriharikota launch centre triggered a massive security response, involving CISF, Coast Guard, and police teams. After intense searches, the threat was declared a hoax. The alert follows recent security drills amid regional tensions

Early rains in June reduced fuel demand in India, with diesel consumption falling after two months of growth. Petrol and LPG sales slowed slightly from May, while ATF rose year-on-year. Weather and rural activity influenced these shifts

Landing-gear smoke at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport prompts rapid ARFF response, all passengers safe and empty aircraft set to depart later

Tamil Nadu’s fishing ban ended on June 14, but rough weather and IMD wind alerts are keeping boats ashore. The extended delay has left fishermen struggling financially and led to a shortage of fresh fish in coastal markets

Wholesale inflation fell to 0.39% in May due to lower food and fuel prices. However, rising crude oil prices and monsoon delays may push inflation up slightly in June. Retail inflation remains low, supporting RBI’s recent interest rate cut

Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner lands safely; Passengers rebooked as thorough safety checks get underway amid AI171 aftermath

Oil prices surged after Israel attacked Iran’s South Pars gas field amid escalating tensions. While analysts expect temporary price hikes, any disruption to the Strait of Hormuz or broader conflict could lead to lasting price increases

Since June 1, 18 people have lost their lives and 65 sustained injuries in rain-related incidents across Maharashtra. Heavy monsoon showers caused road accidents, lightning strikes, and flooding across districts including Mumbai, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, as reported by the state authority

A Rapido driver in Bengaluru allegedly assaulted a woman passenger after a fare and helmet dispute. The incident, captured on video, has prompted police to consider filing an FIR, sparking concern over the safety of bike taxi users.

Deep-learning analysis uncovers widening DALY inequalities and highlights early-diagnosis, anti-smoking, and precision-health solutions

First trip in a year after strained diplomacy, PM Modi’s Kananaskis appearance promises stronger trade ties and renewed Indo-Canadian friendship

Authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of the victims since many of the bodies were charred beyond recognition or damaged otherwise after the plane crash on June 12

The Telugu film Uppu Kappurambu, starring Keerthy Suresh, will premiere on Prime Video on July 4. Directed by Ani I V Sasi and written by Vasanth Maringanti, the 1990s-set coming-of-age satire revolves around the residents of the fictional village Chitti Jayapuram, who struggle with a burial infrastructure crisis

Kant, a retired 1980-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Kerala cadre, was appointed as India's G20 Sherpa in July 2022, months before India assumed the G20 Presidency

A passenger from Madhya Pradesh allegedly threw a 'bidi' into a dustbin of the Daund-Pune DEMU (Diesel Electric Multiple Unit) train after smoking, which led to the fire, the police official said

BRS working president hit out at the Congress government for indulging in political vendetta by misusing investigation agencies to silence opposition voices

Of the 459 candidates who qualified across India, several candidates mentored by Bhagwat secured top ranks

Earlier, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) had confirmed that only the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) of the ill-fated plane was found

Taking to his official X account, EAM Jaishankar said: “Delighted to meet FM @ckombos of Cyprus on my arrival at Larnaca. Confident that PM @narendramodi’s visit to Cyprus will deepen our longstanding bilateral ties and the India-EU partnership.”

PM Modi was seen being greeted by the diaspora with bouquets as he arrived at his hotel and the Prime Minister also interacted with the diaspora, exchanging greetings and acknowledging their support.

Taking to his official X account on Sunday (local time) here, PM Modi in a post said: "Boosting business linkages! President Nikos Christodoulides and I interacted with leading CEOs in order to add vigour to commercial linkages between India and Cyprus. Sectors like innovation, energy, technology and more offer immense potential. I also talked about India's reform trajectory in the last decade."

Addressing the India-Cyprus CEO Forum in Limassol on Sunday (local time), the Prime Minister said that introducing tax reforms with the implementation of GST, corporate tax and decriminalising several laws, his government has given prime importance to the ease of doing business apart from having a clear and stable policies.