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India halved windfall tax on petrol exports to ₹1.5/litre, cut diesel levy to ₹13.5/litre and ATF to ₹9.5/litre from June 1. Domestic duty unchanged; measures aim to ensure fuel availability amid crude above $100 and West Asia conflict

SBI Research expects RBI to hold repo rate in June, using short-term tools to manage rupee pressure. FY26 GDP growth seen at 7.5%, FY27 at 6.6%. Inflation risks persist, crude may stay above $90, urging excise duty cuts 

  BJP spokesman Debjit Sarkar shared a video alleging Mamata Banerjee pressured a Kolkata hospital CEO to admit Abhishek Banerjee despite no major injuries. Mamata accused police of blocking treatment, while Rahul Gandhi assured support; Abhishek later returned home 

Tamil Nadu directed private schools to display government-fixed tuition fees on notice boards from June 4. Over 13,000 schools warned against hidden charges; violations risk cancellation of recognition. Parents may lodge complaints under the amended fee regulation act

Gen NS Raja Subramani assumed charge as India’s new Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding Gen Anil Chauhan. Known for expertise on Pakistan and China, his mandate includes implementing theaterisation, boosting tri-services synergy, and accelerating indigenous weapons integration for armed forces

Vultures are making a comeback in India after toxic drug bans, with 700 birds bred in captivity and phased releases in tiger reserves. BNHS-led efforts show survival success, natural breeding, and dispersal, though safe food sources remain critical for recovery

Pre-monsoon showers lashed Mumbai Sunday morning, easing heat and humidity. Heavy rainfall hit suburbs like Dadar, Chembur, Andheri, and Versova, causing waterlogging and traffic snarls. Suburban trains ran with minor delays, while civic authorities monitored conditions; no major incidents reported

Tamil Nadu faces uncertainty over opening Mettur Dam on June 12 for kuruvai irrigation due to low storage and weak monsoon forecast. Current levels may irrigate only 2.5 lakh acres, prompting government aid plans and advice to shift toward pulses

Vinesh Phogat’s emotional return ended in a 4-6 semifinal loss to Meenakshi Goyat at the Asian Games trials, as Antim Panghal secured the 53kg spot amid controversy and drama

Hyderabad: The pair of Manu Bhaker and Samrat Rana were pipped by World No 1 and defending World Champions Yao Qianxun and Hu Kai of China by just 0.3 points as the Indian pair secured silver in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event on the final day of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) […]

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy criticised Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis for not responding to his request for a meeting on finalising the height of the proposed Tummidihatti barrage on the Godavari River.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched a nationwide "Brotherhood Program" (Bhaichara Karyakram) from June 5–21 to mark twelve years of the Narendra Modi government. The initiative combines patriotic events, welfare outreach, and cultural activities.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast below normal rainfall across major parts of India, including Kerala, in 2026 due to the El Niño effect. IMD Director Neetha K Gopal noted that while Kerala may see some good showers around June 10, overall rainfall for June and the monsoon season will be deficient.

Many of Telangana’s 1,080 zero-population villages may not be abandoned at all. Duplication, GPS errors and conflicting entries expose flaws in Mission Antyodaya data, raising serious questions about the reliability of Union government’s rural development database

A five-storey building collapsed near Saket Metro station in south Delhi on Saturday evening, trapping several people under the debris. Rescue operations are underway with fire tenders and police teams on site.

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar formally staked claim to form the next government after being unanimously elected leader of the Congress Legislature Party. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has invited him to take oath as Chief Minister along with his Council of Ministers on June 3 at Raj Bhavan, Bengaluru.

India marked 200 years of Hindi journalism with a seminar and exhibition at IGNCA, commemorating the launch of Udanta Martand in 1826. Rare archival newspapers were showcased, while a commemorative stamp and volume were released to celebrate the milestone

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said the armed forces are fully prepared for Operation Sindoor 2.0 if required. He highlighted lessons from modern warfare, stressed the importance of military theatreisation, and underlined the growing role of technology, drones and information warfare

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has advocated a dedicated naval theatre command integrating the armed forces and Coast Guard. He said maritime security is closely linked to economic resilience and highlighted the Navy's focus on AI, uncrewed systems and joint operations

A Sultanpur district court has summoned records from a lower court while hearing a plea challenging the rejection of an application seeking Rahul Gandhi's voice sample in a 2018 defamation case. The matter will be heard next on June 5

Rahul Gandhi criticised the Modi government over inflation and the financial struggles of autorickshaw drivers, saying rising costs have crippled livelihoods. After interacting with drivers in Delhi, he promised to raise their concerns in Parliament and accused the government of ignoring their hardships

The 10-medal haul included brilliant golds from Diksha and Garima, alongside three silver and five bronze medals

The Congress condemned the attack on TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee during his Sonarpur visit, alleging inadequate security and BJP-backed politics of vendetta. Party chief Mallikarjun Kharge urged authorities to ensure safety for opposition leaders and prevent political violence

“I’ve had a lot of cricket over the last few months, with lots of England camps. For me, it's all about being mentally ready" says Wyatt‑Hodge