India

Police investigating the Tumakuru taxi blast suspect the accused's obsessive behaviour over a failed relationship led to the alleged kidnapping and fatal explosion. Investigators are now tracing the source of the country-made bombs used, while continuing to verify witness accounts

The rupee closed 9 paise lower at 94.54 against the US dollar on Monday after renewed geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran dampened investor sentiment. Despite supportive crude oil prices and foreign inflows, the domestic currency ended the day weaker

The Congress criticised the Centre's expenditure-sharing formula under the VB G RAM G Act, alleging it weakens federalism and burdens states financially. The party said replacing MGNREGA with the new scheme centralises decision-making while undermining states' fiscal autonomy

CBSE has issued detailed implementation guidelines for the NEP 2020 three-language policy, explaining assessment patterns, exemptions and transition arrangements for students across different classes. The Board also clarified rules for CBSE examinations, Bhartiya Bhashas and special exemptions for eligible students

A labourer from Madhya Pradesh's Panna district discovered an 11.19-carat white diamond in a leased mine. The rare gem, estimated to fetch up to Rs 40 lakh at auction, is expected to help the family repay debts and improve their future

Police sources reveal that Siya Goyal allegedly conned her billionaire realtor fiancé Ketan Agarwal out of ₹1 crore under the guise of wedding shopping, using the funds to back her lover Chetan Chaudhary before plotting the lethal Lohagad Fort cliff fall

Investigators allege Pune realtor Ketan Agarwal's fiancée transferred nearly Rs 1 crore meant for wedding expenses to her alleged lover as part of a planned murder conspiracy. Police claim the duo staged the killing after an earlier failed attempt

Sebi has invited applications for the post of executive director, with the deadline set for July 25. The appointment will be on a deputation or contractual basis for three years, and candidates must meet prescribed qualifications and experience criteria

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomed the Central approval for the Rs 15,431 crore four-laning of the Baihata Chariali–Tezpur NH-15 stretch, which will feature five major urban bypasses and a strategic emergency landing facility

The West Bengal Assembly passed two Bills amending OBC reservation laws, enabling the BJP government to revise the OBC list prepared under the previous TMC regime. The amendments restore the earlier framework and empower the Backward Classes Commission to review community inclusion

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan urged the West Bengal government to intervene in senior journalist Rajagopal Ramadas' delayed passport renewal, allegedly stalled over an adverse police verification report linked to electoral roll deletion. Opposition leaders criticised the move as politically motivated

Tata Motors aims to surpass one million annual commercial vehicle sales in the coming years as it moves ahead with the acquisition of Italy's Iveco Group. The deal is expected to strengthen its technology, global presence and manufacturing capabilities while boosting long-term growth

CBSE has exempted the current Class 10 batch from its revised three-language policy and granted a one-time relaxation for Class 9 students. The board also confirmed existing Classes 7-9 will not face third-language board exams upon reaching Class 10

Karnataka police are tracking the source of country-made explosives after an obsessively possessive man, Nagendra Gowda, abducted a woman in a Bengaluru cab and detonated a bomb inside the vehicle on NH-48, killing himself while the survivor escaped

Ayodhya police will produce eight suspects in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case via video conferencing on Monday, while widening their financial investigation to include six banks and tracking the digital footprints of nearly 80 people

The National Human Rights Commission has issued a two-week notice to Lucknow’s DM and Police Commissioner seeking an action report on the Aliganj commercial building fire that claimed 18 lives due to alleged safety lapses and missing exits

The Ministry of External Affairs has revised passport service charges effective July 1, 2026, increasing fees for fresh passports, renewals, Tatkaal applications, replacements, PCCs and overseas services. A 10 per cent discount for young children and senior citizens will continue

Intelligence agencies have exposed a regional divide in ISI's India operations: utilizing underworld cash pipelines to recruit vulnerable, drug-dependent youth for targeted attacks in the North, while deploying encrypted digital networks for deep ideological radicalization across the South

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge was re-recognised as the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha after being re-elected to the Upper House. Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan accorded the recognition with effect from June 26, 2026

The Indian Coast Guard successfully stabilized and rescued the cargo vessel MV Sitthaa after it suffered severe compartment flooding off the Tamil Nadu coast, safely escorting the ship and its crew to Tuticorin Port for emergency repairs

The Indian Coast Guard successfully stabilised cargo vessel MV SITTHAA after flooding affected multiple compartments off Tiruchendur, Tamil Nadu. A specialist boarding team coordinated emergency repairs and dewatering before escorting the vessel toward Tuticorin Port for permanent repairs, ensuring crew and environmental safety

Rajasthan and Haryana have signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the long-pending Rs 34,102-crore Yamuna Water Project, ending a 32-year wait. The project will supply Rajasthan's allocated Yamuna water through a 295.5-km underground pipeline, strengthening drinking water security and benefiting both states.

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has demanded that the Election Commission resolve the Congress party's structural objections before launching its Special Intensive Revision drive, raising critical concerns over algorithmic transparency, unfair voter deletions, and a lack of official clarification

A fresh police complaint has been filed against jailed former Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee and an ex-TMC councillor over alleged extortion, death threats, and the false implication of a BJP worker in 2020. Police have launched a probe