India

India’s defence production reached a record Rs 1.78 lakh crore in FY26, marking 15.6% annual growth and a 110% rise since FY21. The government credited policy reforms, increased private sector participation, and the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative for the milestone achievement

  Six people were killed and around 20 injured after a luxury bus travelling from Rajasthan to Surat crashed into a parked truck on the Vadodara-Halol highway near Kotambi village. Rescue operations involved police and NDRF teams, while authorities launched an investigation into the accident 

Arvind Sawant has urged Om Birla to block any recognition of a breakaway Shiv Sena(UBT) faction amid defection rumours. Citing anti-defection laws and Supreme Court rulings, he warned that any split without party merger would invite disqualification of MPs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump are set for bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, focusing on economic growth, AI, supply chains, investments, and global security. India’s participation underscores its growing global influence and advocacy for the Global South

The Congress will launch its nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign from Kota, led by Rahul Gandhi, to highlight exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, unemployment, and youth concerns. The movement aims to mobilise students and job aspirants across India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the G7 summit in Evian, France, welcomed progress in peace efforts in West Asia. He highlighted the disruption of maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz, stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy, and called for rebuilding global trust through solidarity and cooperation.

Shiv Sena (UBT) faces turbulence as six to seven of its nine Lok Sabha MPs are reportedly considering defecting to the ruling Shiv Sena led by Eknath Shinde. The discontent is said to stem from the possible elevation of Aditya Thackeray within the party.

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi will visit Kota, Rajasthan, on June 17 for his student-focused outreach programme Chhatron ki Goonj. The event, designed as an interactive dialogue rather than a political rally, comes amid rising concerns over NEET, paper leaks, and recruitment controversies.

Season 2 of the HSBC Rugby Premier League began with exciting contests in Hyderabad as Bengaluru Bravehearts rallied to defeat Hyderabad Heroes, while Delhi Redz overcame defending champions Chennai Bulls. The opening day showcased high-intensity action at the Gachibowli Athletics Stadium

India secured a place in the semi-finals of the FIH Women’s Nations Cup after defeating Japan 2-1 in Auckland. Captain Salima Tete and Lalremsiami scored for India, who remained unbeaten in Pool A with two wins from two matches

India enjoyed a successful second day at the Boxing World Cup Stage 2 in China as Jyoti secured a medal with her semi-final berth, while Prachi and Nikhil advanced to the next rounds. Three other Indian boxers, however, exited the competition

Lack of uniformity in bail jurisprudence under special statutes such as UAPA, NDPS Act and PMLA has created a legal vacuum within the higher judiciary

Despite a law guaranteeing maintenance for parents and grandparents, awareness of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, remains low

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan sought central support for a Clean Godavari Mission ahead of next year’s Pushkarams. He also discussed pollution control, wildlife conservation, rural development projects and infrastructure improvements during meetings with three Union Ministers

Air India has introduced a basic fare category on select domestic routes that does not include complimentary meals. The airline said the optional fare is aimed at price-conscious travellers and is being tested on a pilot basis before a final decision

The Karnataka High Court expressed concern over anticipatory bail granted to Lingayat seer Vachananda Swamiji in a POCSO case, noting it was issued before formal registration of the complaint. The court issued notice to the accused and posted the matter for June 23

Authorities in Andhra Pradesh have intensified efforts to find a two-year-old girl missing from a palm oil plantation in Kakinada district since June 6. Decoy dolls, camera traps, drones and over 400 personnel are being used as investigators explore all possible leads

The Andhra Pradesh government has directed APTRANSCO to complete 24 power transmission projects worth Rs 3,507 crore by December 2026. The projects aim to strengthen grid infrastructure, improve power reliability, reduce transmission losses and meet growing electricity demand across sectors

The Trinamool Congress faces a major internal crisis as rebel MPs and MLAs claim legitimacy and challenge party leadership. The split has reignited debate over India’s anti-defection law, with legal experts divided on whether mass defections qualify as a legitimate merger

The Calcutta High Court questioned the West Bengal Assembly Speaker’s authority and procedure in deciding between conflicting Leader of Opposition nominations from the same party. Hearing a challenge by TMC MLA Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay, the court sought clarity on resolving such unprecedented disputes

Nykaa has partnered with OpenAI to integrate its beauty and fashion platforms into ChatGPT, enabling AI-powered product recommendations and shopping assistance. The collaboration will also deploy OpenAI technologies across Nykaa’s operations to improve productivity, innovation and customer engagement

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged investors, corporates and venture capital funds to increase investments in India, citing a strong startup ecosystem and supportive policies. Speaking in France, he also promoted deep-tech innovation, manufacturing partnerships and the return of Indian talent

India’s fibre consumption is projected to increase from 15 million metric tonnes to 23 million metric tonnes by 2030. A government-backed New Age Fibre movement aims to promote sustainable plant-based fibres, boost exports, create rural income opportunities and support innovation