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The Centre temporarily restricted Telegram in India until June 22 and disabled message editing until June 30 to prevent NEET UG 2026 re-exam fraud, alleged paper leak misinformation, and cheating networks. Authorities said the measures protect examination integrity and candidates

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has been named in TIME’s 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports, becoming the only Indian featured. The recognition highlights her record-breaking achievements, leadership success, and growing influence in women’s cricket globally

Indian equity markets opened higher as easing tensions between the US and Iran boosted investor sentiment. Lower crude oil prices, a stronger rupee, and gains in IT, realty and financial stocks supported markets, though metal shares remained under pressure

Tamil Nadu farmers have intensified opposition to Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam project, planning a protest in New Delhi on June 23. They will urge the Centre to reject the proposal, citing threats to Cauvery water availability, agriculture, and farmers’ livelihoods

The government has increased windfall gains tax on diesel and aviation turbine fuel exports while keeping petrol export duty unchanged. The revised levies, effective Tuesday, aim to ensure domestic fuel availability amid global crude price volatility and geopolitical tensions in West Asia

India rejected proposals to expand only the non-permanent category of the UN Security Council, calling such reform inadequate. At UN negotiations, India urged expansion of permanent membership, adoption of a negotiating text, and meaningful changes to the Council’s power structure

An SIT appointed by the Uttar Pradesh government intensified its investigation into alleged donation embezzlement at the Ram Janmabhoomi site. The team reviewed CCTV footage, questioned dozens of individuals, examined financial records, and continued probing suspected irregularities in temple fund management

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke alleged RSS-linked individuals were behind an attack on him during a Jaipur protest. He said the incident aimed to divert attention from the NEET paper leak issue and vowed to continue peaceful demonstrations demanding accountability

The first batch of 44 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrims arrived in Gangtok for the Nathu La Pass route. After a four-day acclimatisation programme in Sikkim, the group will proceed to Gyangze in Tibet on June 20 for onward pilgrimage

Slovakia backed India’s bid for permanent membership in a reformed UN Security Council during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit. Both nations elevated ties to a Comprehensive Partnership, expanding cooperation in defence, technology, counter-terrorism, trade, cybersecurity, innovation and strategic sectors

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Evian, France, for the G7 Summit, where he will discuss global cooperation, sustainable development, and economic challenges. Modi will hold key bilateral meetings with world leaders, including Donald Trump, focusing on trade and strategic partnerships

NCERT has decided to restore the original image of the iconic Mohenjo-daro ‘Dancing Girl’ in its Class 9 Arts textbook, replacing the modified version that had triggered criticism over its “clothed” depiction. The move comes after a debate over the representation of historical artefacts in school textbooks

Civic awareness should not be an occasional chapter buried in a social studies textbook. It must become a practical and continuous part of education

US-Iran peace deal raises hopes, but the war’s unpredictable twists and turns cast doubt on its chances of success

Sri Lanka A defeated India A in a tense Super Over thriller in Dambulla after an emotionally charged contest. Mathulan defended 16 runs in the Super Over, while India A’s fightback and controversies added drama to a closely fought tri-series match

The RBI has permitted authorised dealer banks to open repatriable rupee accounts for overseas individuals investing in listed Indian companies. The move broadens foreign participation in India's equity markets, introduces a new reporting category, and simplifies investment and repatriation procedures

The Supreme Court stayed criminal proceedings against former Odisha MP and actor Anubhav Mohanty in a harassment and mental cruelty case filed by ex-wife Varsha Priyadarshini. The court issued notices to the Odisha government and Priyadarshini and sought their responses

The Enforcement Directorate froze 129 bank accounts holding Rs 18.4 crore and conducted searches across four cities in a money laundering probe linked to online investment scams. Investigators allege fraudsters used apps, mule accounts and payment gateways to launder funds

Brokerage firm Angel One has settled Sebi proceedings related to alleged lapses in monitoring authorised persons by paying Rs 4.28 crore. The regulator's case involved issues such as unauthorised fund collection, disproportionate trading and social media promotions

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed redevelopment master plans for Borivali, Ambala Cantonment and Mangaluru Central stations. He stressed passenger convenience, minimal disruption to train operations, stakeholder consultations and creation of future-ready infrastructure to handle rising passenger traffic

Gold prices rose by Rs 2,500 to Rs 1.59 lakh per 10 grams in Delhi, while silver climbed Rs 5,000 per kg. Analysts attributed the rally to strong global trends following reports of a US-Iran agreement that boosted bullion demand

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, seeking cooperation in semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, urban governance and research. The leaders also discussed Amaravati’s development, green energy, natural farming, healthcare and infrastructure partnerships

Ahmedabad Police arrested three individuals in separate cases linked to Re-NEET fraud. Two allegedly duped students by offering question papers through Telegram channels, while another hacked candidates’ accounts and diverted exam fee refunds by altering bank details