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TRAI set new broadband pricing rules for public Wi-Fi providers (PDOs) under the PM-WANI scheme, capping tariffs at twice the retail FTTH rates. This move aims to boost affordable public Wi-Fi and support digital inclusion across India

Air India flight AI315, a Delhi-bound Dreamliner, returned to Hong Kong within an hour of takeoff on Monday due to a suspected technical snag. All passengers are safe, and the airline is making alternate arrangements to fly them to Delhi

Bike taxi services by Ola, Uber, and Rapido were suspended in Karnataka following a High Court order. The court ruled such services illegal without proper rules. Companies seek policy dialogue, citing impact on riders, drivers, and gig workers’ livelihoods

This foundation day, it's 146th, will forever stand out for its stark sorrow. The BJMC, one of the oldest medical colleges in India, has been the epicentre of action following the June 12 crash, which killed 241 people on board and 29 on the ground, including five MBBS students

Reliance Jio users across India faced a temporary outage on Monday, with over 12,000 reports of connectivity issues peaking at 2:21 PM, according to Downdetector. The disruption affected both internet and calls. The service has since been restored

Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran asked employees to to show resilience and use the Ahmedabad tragedy as an act of force to build a “safer airline”

From June 16, UPI payments will process faster, completing within 10–15 seconds. NPCI also set a 50-times daily limit for balance checks and tightened beneficiary name rules to boost security and user experience in India’s growing digital payment space

India’s trade deficit narrowed to $21.88 billion in May 2025, helped by strong electronics exports and falling imports. Forex reserves rose to $696.66 billion, boosting the RBI’s ability to stabilize the rupee amid global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions

Tata Starbucks has clarified that it has no official brand ambassador and denied any association with viral tea seller Dolly Chaiwala. The confusion stemmed from an April Fools’ meme, which was misinterpreted as a real promotional campaign, prompting widespread misinformation.

Award highlights India’s growing diplomatic clout, ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ vision, and depening India–EU ties ahead of Cyprus’s 2026 EU Council Presidency

A bomb threat to ISRO’s Sriharikota launch centre triggered a massive security response, involving CISF, Coast Guard, and police teams. After intense searches, the threat was declared a hoax. The alert follows recent security drills amid regional tensions

Early rains in June reduced fuel demand in India, with diesel consumption falling after two months of growth. Petrol and LPG sales slowed slightly from May, while ATF rose year-on-year. Weather and rural activity influenced these shifts

Landing-gear smoke at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport prompts rapid ARFF response, all passengers safe and empty aircraft set to depart later

Tamil Nadu’s fishing ban ended on June 14, but rough weather and IMD wind alerts are keeping boats ashore. The extended delay has left fishermen struggling financially and led to a shortage of fresh fish in coastal markets

Wholesale inflation fell to 0.39% in May due to lower food and fuel prices. However, rising crude oil prices and monsoon delays may push inflation up slightly in June. Retail inflation remains low, supporting RBI’s recent interest rate cut

Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner lands safely; Passengers rebooked as thorough safety checks get underway amid AI171 aftermath

Oil prices surged after Israel attacked Iran’s South Pars gas field amid escalating tensions. While analysts expect temporary price hikes, any disruption to the Strait of Hormuz or broader conflict could lead to lasting price increases

Since June 1, 18 people have lost their lives and 65 sustained injuries in rain-related incidents across Maharashtra. Heavy monsoon showers caused road accidents, lightning strikes, and flooding across districts including Mumbai, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, as reported by the state authority

A Rapido driver in Bengaluru allegedly assaulted a woman passenger after a fare and helmet dispute. The incident, captured on video, has prompted police to consider filing an FIR, sparking concern over the safety of bike taxi users.

Deep-learning analysis uncovers widening DALY inequalities and highlights early-diagnosis, anti-smoking, and precision-health solutions

First trip in a year after strained diplomacy, PM Modi’s Kananaskis appearance promises stronger trade ties and renewed Indo-Canadian friendship

Authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of the victims since many of the bodies were charred beyond recognition or damaged otherwise after the plane crash on June 12

The Telugu film Uppu Kappurambu, starring Keerthy Suresh, will premiere on Prime Video on July 4. Directed by Ani I V Sasi and written by Vasanth Maringanti, the 1990s-set coming-of-age satire revolves around the residents of the fictional village Chitti Jayapuram, who struggle with a burial infrastructure crisis