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The Civil Aviation Ministry and Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) have launched Air Suvidha 2.0, an upgraded health self-declaration portal for international passengers. Introduced amid Ebola concerns in parts of Africa, the platform enables advance submission of travel and health details, improving public health surveillance and rapid identification of at-risk travellers

Under Operation Chakra-VI, the CBI deployed 60 teams across 16 states to dismantle a massive "digital arrest" scam network. Two suspects were arrested for laundering Rs 2 crore through mule accounts, using a fake Supreme Court website to defraud victims.

Marking the 51st anniversary of the Emergency imposed in 1975, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as the "darkest chapter" in Indian democracy. He criticised the Congress for curbing civil liberties, suppressing dissent and press freedom, while paying tribute to those who resisted the Emergency and defended democratic values

Pune Rural Police have unraveled a sinister murder plot after a 26-year-old realtor was allegedly pushed off Lohagad Fort by his fiancée and her lover. Technical data revealed the duo exchanged 2,004 calls before executing the fatal plot

The government has expanded its QR code-based track-and-trace system to cover vaccines, antimicrobials, anti-cancer medicines, and narcotic and psychotropic drugs. The move aims to improve drug authentication, curb counterfeit medicines, strengthen regulatory oversight, and enhance transparency across India's pharmaceutical supply chain

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday alleged irregularities in the approval process of a warehouse that collapsed in Kolkata's Taratala area, claiming the construction plan was sanctioned during the previous administration. The collapse has claimed nine lives so far, with investigations underway into possible lapses and corruption in building approvals

The National Testing Agency (NTA) successfully conducted the NEET-UG re-examination on June 21 for over 20 lakh candidates across India and abroad. Following the cancellation of the earlier exam due to a paper leak, the retest featured enhanced security, student-friendly facilities, mental health support, and extensive logistical arrangements to ensure a fair and stress-free examination process

Amazon has announced plans to invest $48 billion in India between 2026 and 2030, including an additional $13 billion for AI and cloud infrastructure. The investment will expand AWS data centres in Mumbai and Hyderabad, support job creation, boost exports, and strengthen India's digital and artificial intelligence ecosystem

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached 56 residential plots worth over Rs 6 crore in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district as part of its probe into the alleged embezzlement of Rs 20.47 crore from the Block Education Office in Alirajpur. The agency alleges that the diverted public funds were laundered through land purchases and converted into a residential project to conceal their illicit origin

The Health Ministry has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945, mandating QR codes for all vaccines, cancer drugs, and antimicrobials under Schedule H2. The phased rollout starting July 2027 aims to eliminate counterfeit medications from India's supply chain

A fierce political row has broken out in Rajasthan over the Yamuna Water Agreement. While Congress leaders Ashok Gehlot and Govind Dotasra dismissed the pact as a gimmick, CM Bhajan Lal Sharma defended the historic Shekhawati water pipeline

The Supreme Court on Thursday permitted actor Jacqueline Fernandez to withdraw her plea challenging a Delhi court order to frame charges against her in the Rs 200 crore money laundering case linked to alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekar. The court granted her liberty to pursue appropriate legal remedies as per law

The rupee appreciated 31 paise to 94.24 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by falling global crude oil prices, a weaker dollar index and positive domestic equity market sentiment. However, continued foreign institutional investor outflows limited further gains in the local currency

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has confirmed she is expecting her first child with husband Raj Nidimoru and will take a maternity break from acting after the success of her latest film, "Maa Inti Bangaaram". The actor also shared insights on relationships, emphasizing self-confidence and personal completeness before entering a partnership

The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall alert for over a dozen Tamil Nadu districts starting June 28 due to an intensifying southwest monsoon. Fishermen have been warned against venturing into the squally southwest Bay of Bengal

The Patna Civil Court deferred the anticipatory bail hearing of educator Khan Sir until June 27 due to an incomplete police case diary. Meanwhile, two associates of rival coaching director Roshan Anand were granted unconditional bail from Beur Jail

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has started a two-day tour of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Her itinerary focuses on public outreach, highlighting women's empowerment through a book launch in Kanchipuram, alongside inaugurating key heritage and water restoration projects

The Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the Mahayuti government for tabling Rs.97,706.40 crore in supplementary demands shortly after the state budget. A Saamana editorial warned that reckless spending has pushed Maharashtra’s total public debt near Rs.11 lakh crore

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan marked Samvidhan Hatya Diwas on Thursday, stating that constitutional values were severely tested during the 1975 Emergency. Meanwhile, the BJP held nationwide programs reflecting on the suspension of civil liberties during the 21-month period

An SBI Research report reveals that West Bengal’s FY27 budget marks a strategic shift toward investment-led growth and industrialization. While aiming to cut its revenue deficit, the state faces fiscal challenges from high debt and reliance on central funds

India has called for accountability for attacks on schools and children in conflict zones, telling the UN Security Council that rising violations against children reflect a collective global failure. It also highlighted DIKSHA as a model for ensuring education during conflicts.

Fifty-one years after Railway Minister LN Mishra’s assassination, justice remains elusive amid unanswered questions and prolonged litigation

NCERT has included a chapter on the 1975-77 Emergency in a Class 9 Social Science textbook for the first time. The chapter discusses its impact on democracy, civil liberties and institutions, while also examining contemporary challenges facing India's democratic system.