India

The death toll in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant explosion rose to 10 after injured worker Suri Babu succumbed to severe burn injuries. The June 8 blast at Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd had killed eight workers and injured six others

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the Modi government replaced “politics of uncertainty” with “politics of performance” over the past 12 years, highlighting progress in welfare, startups, technology, and women’s empowerment, while crediting NDA governance for India’s growth and stability

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of Army Staff, succeeding Gen Upendra Dwivedi upon retirement in June 2026. A seasoned Armoured Corps officer, he brings extensive command experience and is expected to lead army modernisation efforts

A 28-year-old woman, Sajiya, died after a speeding Mercedes-Benz lost control and crashed into a divider on the Bengaluru–Chennai Expressway near Dodda Hullur. Her friend driving the car suffered minor injuries. Police suspect overspeeding and negligent driving

President Droupadi Murmu reviewed the IMA passing-out parade in Dehradun, where 515 officer cadets, including the first-ever batch of nine women officer cadets, were commissioned into the Indian Army. She described the occasion as a watershed moment for the academy

Doctors have warned that rising obesity levels in India are increasing people's cardiac age, raising the risk of heart disease at younger ages. Experts say obesity, diabetes and hypertension are accelerating cardiovascular ageing, even among individuals who may not appear overweight

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and gold-medalist duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will spearhead India’s badminton campaign at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. The Badminton Association of India announced a balanced mix of seasoned veterans and youth

The Defence Ministry has announced Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Army Staff. Currently serving as Vice Chief of Army Staff, he will assume office on June 30 upon the retirement of Gen Upendra Dwivedi after a distinguished military career

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin accused Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay of “sticker politics,” alleging he claimed credit for past Dravidian Model achievements at the NITI Aayog meeting. He questioned Vijay’s stance on NEET and regional issues, sparking political debate

Shiv Sena MLC Manisha Kayande said she would introduce a motion in the Maharashtra legislature against stand-up comedians accused of crossing limits under the guise of free expression. Her remarks come amid a controversy involving comments made during a comedy show

Kendriya Vidyalya Sangathan has directed all Kendriya Vidyalayas to maintain at least one Sanskrit section in Classes 6 and 9 under the third-language framework from the 2026-27 academic session. The move aims to support language choices and facilitate children of transferable employees

The Karnataka Police have registered an FIR against rationalist writer K.S. Bhagawan following controversial remarks about Lord Ram and Hindu scriptures at a public event. He has been booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for hurting religious sentiments

A Kanpur youth wrote an emotional letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid global tensions, expressing strong faith in his leadership and concern for his safety. He praised Modi’s governance, urged priority for security, and reaffirmed support for Viksit Bharat 2047

Activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam have moved fresh bail pleas in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. They argue that their nearly six-year incarceration without a trial or framed charges violates their fundamental right to liberty

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Army Staff and will take charge on June 30, 2026, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi. A seasoned Armoured Corps officer, he has extensive operational and strategic leadership experience

The government reported major expansion in digital education and skilling initiatives, covering over 1.49 lakh schools and 18,580 SWAYAM courses, alongside growth in Atal Innovation Mission labs, startups, and vocational training programmes aimed at advancing India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will visit Singapore on June 15-16 to attract investments, strengthen collaborations for Amaravati, and meet senior government officials, business leaders and investors. He will also participate in global forums and promote Andhra Pradesh's development agenda

The IMD reported on Saturday that India's southwest monsoon will progress slowly due to an active El Niño, forecasting cumulative rainfall at 98% of the average. Meanwhile, a western disturbance brought down temperatures across North India by 8°C

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader Vijay will mark his 52nd birthday on June 22 by inaugurating his MLA office in Perambur and interacting with constituents. He also plans a monthly public grievance programme to strengthen accessibility and grassroots engagement

The National Testing Agency has launched a digital training programme, Pariksha Karmayogi, on the iGOT Karmayogi Bharat platform to train examination officials, including NEET-UG invigilators, with the aim of improving fairness, security, standardisation and accountability in national examinations

The New Delhi Municipal Council has announced a 10 per cent rebate on property tax for 2026-27 for taxpayers who pay their dues on or before June 30. The move aims to encourage early compliance and improve revenue collection across its jurisdiction

India’s digital and education reforms have transformed over 1.49 lakh schools with smart classrooms and ICT labs. Concurrently, grassroots skill development programs under Jan Shikshan Sansthans have trained over 36 lakh beneficiaries, boosting local livelihoods and entrepreneurship

At least five IAF personnel were killed after an AN-32 transport aircraft met with an accident and caught fire while landing at Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam. The Air Force has launched initial enquiries, while a detailed investigation is expected

KSRTC has announced that women and transgender persons can travel free from June 15 under the Priyadarshini scheme on seven categories of ordinary bus services. The Kerala government will reimburse KSRTC, while special stickers will identify eligible buses