India

Hyderabad-based Mehrunisha Begum won gold in the logistics and freight forwarding category at IndiaSkills Competition 2026, organised by NSDC, after progressing through multiple rounds, earning recognition and a potential pathway to represent India at WorldSkills

Royal Challengers Bengaluru will aim for their second straight win when they face Chennai Super Kings in Bengaluru. RCB look strong with Kohli, Padikkal and Jurel in form, while CSK struggle with Sanju Samson’s poor start and ineffective bowling

Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by six wickets in their first home game of IPL 2026. Sameer Rizvi smashed 90 off 51 balls, supported by Pathum Nissanka, while disciplined bowling restricted MI to 162 despite Suryakumar Yadav’s fifty

Rajasthan Royals defeated Gujarat Titans by six runs in Ahmedabad. Dhruv Jurel and Yashasvi Jaiswal starred with the bat, while Tushar Deshpande bowled a brilliant final over. Sai Sudharsan’s elegant 73 went in vain as GT fell short

Families of victims of the Air India Flight AI‑171 crash have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding the release of cockpit and flight data recorder information. The letter highlights frustration with the slow pace of the investigation and poor communication from authorities and Air India.

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Hikaru Nakamura in round six of the Candidates chess tournament, while Javokhir Sindarov stunned Wei Yi to extend his lead. In the women’s section, Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali registered impressive victories

The March 31 deadline may signal a retreat of Red Terror and a battle won, but without deep, inclusive development — jobs, education, infrastructure and rehabilitation — the war remains far from over

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