India

Chennai’s Vishvanath Suresh, India’s top-ranked flyweight, stunned reigning world champion Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the Asian Boxing Championships in Mongolia. The national champion continues his rapid rise, backed by a decorated youth career and strong support from the Army Sports Institute

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned India of a retaliatory strike in Kolkata if New Delhi attempts any “false flag operation.” Speaking in Sialkot, Asif alleged that such operations were being planned but offered no evidence.

Sunrisers Hyderabad, buoyed by their strong win over Kolkata Knight Riders, face Lucknow Super Giants at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. With Pat Cummins still unavailable, SRH’s bowlers and batters will be tested against LSG’s powerful line-up

Surat residents applying for new domestic PNG connections by June 30 will receive a ₹500 discount, officials said. The move aims to boost adoption, with faster installation timelines and assured supply of essential commodities across the district

Security agencies have uncovered a plot by ISI-backed micro modules to carry out attacks at railway stations across India. Recent arrests and investigations indicate plans for multiple small strikes targeting railway infrastructure to disrupt services and spread panic

India and Bangladesh are set to strengthen cooperation on security, connectivity and trade during Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s visit. Key discussions will focus on border management, counter-terrorism, energy routes and regional stability, paving the way for a meeting between the two Prime Ministers

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi rejected allegations of being a BJP proxy and criticised the Congress during his Gujarat visit. He raised concerns over the Uniform Civil Code, Disturbed Areas Act and representation of Muslims, while outlining his party’s election plans

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, campaigning in Kerala for the Congress party, reiterated claims about the implementation of six guarantees and filling government job vacancies in Telangana. His statements, including assertions of 70,000 jobs filled, contradict his own Assembly record of 16,978 posts and recruitment processes initiated under the previous BRS government.

The government has urged citizens not to panic buy fuel, assuring that petrol, diesel and LPG supplies remain adequate despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Measures are in place to ensure availability, control demand and prevent hoarding

India’s LPG supply remains steady as an Indian tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz and an Iranian cargo reached Mangalore. Despite tensions in West Asia, authorities continue monitoring vessels, ensuring fuel inflows and maritime operations remain stable

Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government is hiding risks from foreign surveillance through Chinese cameras and apps. He questioned the Centre’s lack of clarity on data security, while the government highlighted steps taken to strengthen cybersecurity and digital infrastructure

A 32-year-old woman working in a government department was allegedly raped by an unidentified man in Macherla, Andhra Pradesh. Police have launched a manhunt, detained suspects, and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has ordered immediate arrest and strict punishment

SAIL supplied around 4,000 tonnes of special-grade steel for INS Taragiri, the fourth Project 17A stealth frigate commissioned in Visakhapatnam. The warship highlights India’s push for defence indigenisation and strengthens maritime capabilities with advanced systems and high indigenous content

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused Kerala’s LDF and UDF of having a tacit understanding while targeting the BJP. Addressing an NDA rally in Tiruvalla, he raised issues of governance, misinformation and pitched the BJP as a strong alternative

Rahul Gandhi targeted the LDF in Kerala’s Idukki, raising concerns over agrarian distress, land rights, unemployment and human-animal conflict. He also alleged a nexus between the LDF and BJP while highlighting healthcare gaps and unfulfilled promises

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed for an unopposed Baramati bypoll following Ajit Pawar’s death, urging parties to back Sunetra Pawar. While NCP (SP) has opted out, Congress has indicated it may contest the election

A portion of Raj Kapoor’s ancestral Kapoor Haveli in Peshawar collapsed after heavy rains and tremors. The century-old heritage structure has long been in disrepair, raising concerns over its preservation and prompting calls for urgent restoration efforts

ISRO has launched Mission MITRA in Ladakh to study astronauts' physical and psychological performance in high-altitude conditions. The findings will support the Gaganyaan programme and future missions by analysing crew behaviour, stress response and operational efficiency

DMK MP P Wilson alleged that the FCRA Amendment Bill targets Christian institutions and was introduced during Easter to create fear. He criticised the Centre’s intent and said the DMK would oppose the legislation in Parliament

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the countdown for the LDF government's removal in Kerala has begun, asserting that the BJP-led NDA will come to power. He highlighted development, criticised corruption, and raised concerns over youth migration and infrastructure gaps

Nine members of a family, including six children, died after their car fell into an open well in Nashik district. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ordered a safety audit of wells, while authorities announced compensation and initiated an inquiry

TVK chief Vijay criticised both ruling and opposition alliances in Puducherry, calling them ineffective. Positioning his party as an alternative, he promised full statehood, welfare schemes, and administrative reforms while urging voters to reject traditional political blocs

Mamata Banerjee alleged that real culprits behind the Malda violence escaped while probe agencies were targeting innocent locals. She also criticised electoral roll deletions, blamed Amit Shah, and urged people to seek legal remedies and remain vigilant during elections

Raghav Chadha rejected allegations by fellow AAP leaders, calling them a coordinated attempt to silence him in Parliament. He denied all charges, challenged critics to provide proof, and said the truth would emerge while defending his parliamentary record