India

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to herald a new era in international football as the competition expands from 32 to 48 teams for the first time

The rupee weakened by 10 paise to close at 94.95 against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and a stronger dollar index. Market sentiment was also impacted by foreign investor outflows and focus on the upcoming RBI policy meeting

A Delhi court remanded three accused in the NEET paper leak case to 14 days’ judicial custody, including an NTA empanelled physics translator, a paediatrician, and a tutor. The CBI alleged their involvement in distributing leaked exam papers for monetary gain

The Supreme Court has sought the Centre’s response on a PIL demanding guidelines for time-bound compliance with disability commissions’ recommendations under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, citing widespread enforcement gaps and weak grievance redressal mechanisms across states

Pandya gave a complete all-round performance, he scored 226 runs with the bat and picked 14 scalps in this season

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered an SIT probe into alleged fake beneficiaries of the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, claiming large-scale irregularities and misuse of funds. He also called for a money laundering investigation and cited wrongful male beneficiaries in the scheme

Senior advocate Venkita Subramani Mohana was appointed a Supreme Court judge, becoming only the second woman to be directly elevated from the Bar after Indu Malhotra. Her appointment is seen as a significant step for gender representation in the judiciary

India and Myanmar have intensified cooperation against cyber scam networks operating in Myanmar’s border regions. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said more than 2,400 Indians have been repatriated from scam compounds, while efforts continue to bring back around 150 others.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles reaffirmed commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, enhanced maritime cooperation, defence industry collaboration and regional security amid growing geopolitical and maritime challenges

Hyderabad’s Sahaja Yamalapalli finished runner-up at the ITF W35 Wichita tournament in Kansas, losing 4-6, 0-6 to USA’s Reese Brantmeier in the final. Earlier, Yamalapalli fought through a grueling three-set semifinal to book her place in the summit clash

The Congress intensified its attack on the Centre over the CBSE OSM row, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign. The party alleged irregularities in the digital evaluation system and tender process, while accusing the government of failing to ensure accountability in education

21st of June is celebrated as International Yoga Day

The Election Commission has notified elections to four Rajya Sabha seats and seven Karnataka Legislative Council seats, with polling on June 18. The ruling Congress is expected to secure three Rajya Sabha seats and five Council seats based on its Assembly strength

RCB and Titans rule consistency chart; MI and LSG face complete overhauls after abysmal seasons

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Min Aung Hlaing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, connectivity, defence and border security. The talks come amid Myanmar's political transition and underline the strategic importance of India-Myanmar relations

Several financial changes have come into effect from June 1, including new UPI security measures, revised ATM withdrawal rules, tax-related deadlines and higher commercial LPG prices. Consumers and businesses are also tracking EPFO developments and the RBI's upcoming policy review.

Kohli smashed a match-winning knock of 75(42)* which led RCB to their second IPL trophy

India's seafood exports reached an all-time high of 19.72 lakh metric tonnes worth USD 8.46 billion in 2025-26. Frozen shrimp remained the top export item, while the US and China retained their positions as the largest importers of Indian marine products

Kohli believes versatility is what separates good players from great ones

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said PM SVANidhi has empowered millions of street vendors through collateral-free loans, financial inclusion and digital adoption. Marking six years of the scheme, he highlighted its role in boosting livelihoods, dignity and economic growth across urban India

The Supreme Court on Monday barred senior advocates from mentioning or arguing cases during partial court working days until July 12. The move aims to provide greater opportunities for young lawyers and advocates-on-record, with affected matters to be heard after regular court functioning resumes

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will visit Tiruchirappalli for a public meeting to thank voters after recent elections. The visit follows political realignments in the state, with defections from AIADMK to TVK reshaping regional politics

Meerut police solved the disappearance of 17-year-old student and kabaddi player Anushka alias Riya, arresting a 42-year-old man who allegedly killed her over a money dispute and dumped her body in a drain after evading authorities for weeks

Two Hyderabad students, Mohit Shekher Shukla and Kuchi Sandeep, secured AIR 4 and AIR 5 respectively in JEE Advanced 2026. Mohit emerged as the Telangana topper and IIT Madras zone topper, crediting disciplined preparation for his achievement