India

Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi and Dutch Grandmaster Benjamin Bok qualified for the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess LAN Finals in Mumbai. The winner will advance to the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris after defeating top global Grandmasters

Chief executives of Air India, Tata Digital and Tata Electronics — key group bets facing mounting losses — made presentations; Chandrasekaran’s reappointment may be discussed on June 12.

Two passengers sustained minor injuries during the emergency evacuation of over 230 people from an IndiGo A321 aircraft at Bengaluru airport after smoke was detected in the cockpit and cabin.

As courts become sites of political contestation, and citizens begin viewing judgments through partisan lenses, every order becomes suspect, and public trust erodes 

Australia defeated India 2-1 in the opening match of the four-game women’s hockey friendly series in Perth. Navneet Kaur gave India an early lead, but Abby Wilson’s two penalty-corner goals in the second half sealed victory for the hosts

C Joseph Vijay urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reject Karnataka’s Mekedatu project proposal, alleging it violates Cauvery tribunal and Supreme Court rulings. He expressed concern over the project’s impact on Tamil Nadu farmers dependent on Cauvery waters

The Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran Aerobatic Team completed 30 years on Tuesday. Known for its precision flying and spectacular aerial manoeuvres, the elite team has performed over 800 displays across India and abroad since its debut in 1996

Nalin Prabhat praised police, Army and disaster response teams for successfully rescuing 320 people stranded in Gulmarg cable car cabins. Calling it a proud moment, he announced DG Commendation medals and rewards for personnel involved in the challenging operation

Pawan Kalyan expressed anger over industrial pollution in the Godavari River, blaming officials for negligence. During inspections in East Godavari, he ordered action against Andhra Paper Mills, directed pollution testing, and announced stricter enforcement measures to protect the river ecosystem

Senior Congress leaders met in Delhi amid intense speculation over a possible leadership change in Karnataka. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar held discussions with the party high command as internal power-sharing debates intensified

Clashes involving supporters of major political parties and allegations of booth capturing were reported from several places during Punjab civic polls. Polling witnessed sporadic violence, injuries and police intervention, while political leaders traded charges over law and order ahead of the 2027 assembly elections

A private travel bus overturned in Andhra Pradesh’s Anantapur district, injuring around 30 passengers, including 10 critically. Separate road mishaps in Telangana, including a bus fire at Hyderabad’s MGBS and a multi-vehicle collision in Nizamabad, also triggered panic and left several injured

Arshad Madani urged Muslims ahead of Eid-ul-Azha to avoid sacrificing prohibited animals and refrain from sharing slaughter images online. He also stressed cleanliness, adherence to government guidelines and maintaining communal harmony during the festival celebrations across India

India and Canada signalled a rapid reset in bilateral ties, aiming to conclude a free trade agreement by year-end. Leaders from both nations highlighted expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, agriculture and education to strengthen economic relations and diversify exports

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said the rapid rise of some political forces leaves him with a “sense of envy” as he reflected on his long political struggle. He also announced organisational appointments and stressed discipline and unity within Janasena

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was granted 30-day parole from Sunaria Jail while serving sentences in rape cases. The Dera chief, released under tight security, will stay at the Sirsa headquarters and is allowed only virtual interaction with followers during parole

The Centre informed the Delhi High Court that no forceful possession of Delhi Gymkhana Club land will take place on June 5. The court issued summons on lawsuits filed by club members and staff challenging the government’s order to hand over the premises

Indian intelligence agencies have warned of a possible revival attempt by terror outfits Al-Badr and Hizbul Mujahideen in Jammu and Kashmir despite setbacks following Hamza Burhan’s killing. Officials say the groups are coordinating recruitment, propaganda and local mobilisation efforts with alleged backing from Pakistan’s ISI

The NIA arrested 15 people in connection with road blockades and the alleged detention of judicial officers during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal. The incidents in Malda district had triggered political controversy ahead of the Assembly elections

Senior TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar and six party MLAs attended an administrative review meeting chaired by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kalyani, triggering political speculation amid signs of internal dissatisfaction within the Trinamool Congress after the Assembly poll defeat

Rescue teams in Kedarnath Temple airlifted two ailing pilgrims for advanced treatment amid the ongoing Char Dham Yatra rush. Meanwhile, Badrinath Temple recorded over 5.56 lakh devotees within a month, surpassing previous pilgrimage records

Internal conflict within AMMA has intensified as actors demanded transparency over finances and leadership functioning. Public criticism from Mallika Sukumaran and Mala Parvathy has increased pressure on senior Malayalam cinema figures to intervene and restore stability

The Supreme Court of India stayed a Delhi High Court order that barred law colleges from stopping students with low attendance from appearing in exams. The apex court observed that national law universities were suffering due to poor attendance and sought responses in related pleas

The Indian Army’s canine units showcased specialised battlefield skills during multinational Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya. Dogs trained in explosive detection, tracking and assault operations participated alongside troops from 12 countries, highlighting operational versatility, indigenous breeds and integration with emerging military technologies like robotic dogs