India

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu reaffirmed the state's zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking on the International Day Against Drug Abuse. He pledged strict action against traffickers while assuring support and rehabilitation for people battling drug addiction

The Centre has amended Food Safety and Standards Regulations, exempting non-manufacturing food businesses from certain record-keeping and stock rotation requirements. The reforms aim to improve ease of doing business, reduce compliance costs, and retain essential food safety controls for manufacturers

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a Vande Mataram Museum to honour Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay on his 189th birth anniversary. He said funds have been allocated in the 2026-27 budget and described the project as a national-standard initiative

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust chief Champat Rai and member Anil Mishra resigned amid the Ram Temple donation controversy. Their exit follows an SIT probe, FIR against eight accused, and allegations of large-scale misappropriation of devotees' offerings and valuables

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal announced that his upcoming film Athimanoharam, directed by Tharun Moorthy, will release in theatres on December 24. Co-starring Meera Jasmine, the family drama features Mohanlal as a police officer and marks their reunion after Thudarum

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal received the Special Award for Exceptional Leadership at the UK-India Awards 2026 in London. Goyal emphasized that bilateral ties will hit their stride on July 15 when the historic India-UK free trade pact takes effect

Four people were killed and seven injured after a multi-utility vehicle crashed into a stationary lorry on Srisailam Road in Andhra Pradesh's Palnadu district. The victims were travelling from Hyderabad to attend a funeral. Police registered a case under relevant BNS provisions

The Indian diaspora in Seychelles expresses high optimism ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s State visit from June 27–29. Invited as Guest of Honour for the nation's 50th Independence Jubilee, Modi will hold high-level bilateral talks with President Dr. Patrick Herminie

Ram Mandir Trust General Secretary Champat Rai and member Anil Mishra have resigned on moral grounds amid a brewing controversy over embezzled temple donations. Their exits follow an SIT probe and the arrest of eight accused individuals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said responsible and inclusive adoption of artificial intelligence will accelerate India's journey towards Viksit Bharat. Addressing the ICAI AI Innovation Summit, he highlighted AI's role in improving efficiency, compliance, decision-making and innovation while stressing human judgement and integrity

Global corporations and institutional investors have announced over USD 90 billion in fresh investments in India across AI, cloud computing, digital infrastructure and manufacturing. The commitments reflect growing confidence in India's long-term growth despite global geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty

Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to 57 per cent of pre-war levels after a new safe shipping corridor was introduced along Oman's coast, according to an S&P Global report. Meanwhile, global crude oil prices continued to decline on easing supply concerns

Suvendu Adhikari said the Uniform Civil Code would be implemented in West Bengal by following due legal procedures similar to Gujarat and Assam. The report also says the government is likely to introduce the UCC Bill in the Assembly during the ongoing Budget session

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Centre will amend the NDPS Act to close loopholes exploited by narco syndicates. He urged states to share suggestions, strengthen real-time information sharing, and ensure result-oriented NCORD meetings to intensify the nationwide anti-drug campaign

Lupin Ltd has received tentative approval from the USFDA for its generic enzalutamide tablets used to treat castration-resistant prostate cancer. The approval covers four dosage strengths, including 120 mg and 160 mg variants, offering healthcare providers and patients more dosing options

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to deepen ties with the state under India's Act East Policy. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in electronics, semiconductors, infrastructure, manufacturing and entrepreneurship despite the Prime Minister's Assam visit being cancelled

Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain on the occasion of Muharram, saying it continues to inspire people to remain steadfast in the pursuit of truth and justice while highlighting the enduring power of courage and conviction

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said action in the alleged Ram temple donation embezzlement case began immediately after the SIT submitted its report. He said those found guilty would face strict action and would not be given any exemption

Ayodhya Police have arrested all eight people named in an FIR linked to the alleged embezzlement of donations received at the Ram temple. The case follows recommendations by an SIT, and the accused will be produced before a court after preliminary questioning

Global crude oil prices fell nearly 2 per cent on Friday and were headed for steep weekly losses as concerns over supply disruptions eased despite fresh tensions near the Strait of Hormuz. Brent and WTI remained under pressure amid improving tanker movements

The NSE and BSE remained closed on Friday for Muharram, suspending trading across equity and derivative segments. MCX resumed trading in the evening session, while NCDEX stayed closed. Markets will reopen after the three-day weekend, subject to the trading calendar.

The parents of prime accused Siya Goyal have expressed shock over Ketan Agarwal's alleged murder, offered condolences to the victim's family and said anyone found guilty, including their daughter, should face the strictest punishment as the investigation continues

The Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati will reopen on Friday after its three-day annual closure during the Ambubachi Mela. Lakhs of devotees are expected to visit the shrine to offer prayers and receive the sacred Angodak and Angabastra following traditional rituals