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Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Oslo for a historic visit focused on strengthening India-Norway ties through bilateral talks, the India-Nordic Summit, trade, investment, green technology cooperation, and business engagements with Norwegian leaders and Nordic counterparts

Salima Tete, a bronze medallist at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, will lead the side for the upcoming tour.

The new UDF government in Kerala led by Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced free KSRTC bus travel for women, increased honorariums for welfare workers, a senior citizens department, and a reinvestigation into an alleged Youth Congress assault case

The 12 nations are split into two groups of six

Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi congratulated Chief Minister V D Satheesan after the Congress-led UDF government assumed office in Kerala, expressing confidence in progress, inclusive governance, and development while urging the new administration to begin work immediately

Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Next Gen CG Dial 112 service and mobile forensic vans in Raipur to improve emergency response, scientific investigations, crime scene monitoring, and evidence-based policing across Chhattisgarh through advanced technology and integrated services

During proceedings in Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court, the CBI informed the bench that Mandhare was an expert in translating botany and zoology question papers and had access to the NEET-UG Biology paper

The Supreme Court of India granted bail to Mohammad Kashif in a money-laundering case involving alleged impersonation as an aide to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union ministers to extort money and secure contracts through forged documents and morphed images

Silver prices fell to Rs 2.70 lakh per kg on MCX as rising crude oil prices, inflation concerns and a stronger US dollar weighed on sentiment. Global geopolitical tensions and tighter monetary policy expectations also added pressure on precious metals

The Central Information Commission ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India is not a public authority under the RTI Act, stating it is an autonomous private body not owned, controlled, or substantially funded by the government, making RTI provisions inapplicable to it

JSW Energy has sold 2.5 crore shares in JSW Steel for Rs 3,150 crore through a bulk deal on the NSE. The company said the move is part of a strategic liquidity release aimed at strengthening capital allocation and growth plans

United Breweries Ltd has announced the closure of its Ludhiana brewery unit in Punjab from June 30, following a long-term capacity lease agreement with a contract brewer. The company said beer supply in Punjab and neighbouring states will remain unaffected

V D Satheesan officially assumed office as Kerala Chief Minister, leading a 21-member cabinet that held its first meeting amid heavy rain in Thiruvananthapuram. The new government marks a political shift after 10 years, with key decisions expected soon

Maruti Suzuki India has started commercial production at the second plant of its Kharkhoda facility in Haryana, boosting capacity. The expansion increases total annual production to 26.5 lakh units across India as the company strengthens manufacturing and export capabilities

India’s hospitality sector recorded hotel investments worth about $567 million across 28 transactions in 2025, according to JLL. Tier II and III cities emerged as key growth drivers, while luxury and upscale hotels continued to dominate investment activity nationwide

A fresh petition filed in the Supreme Court has sought an immediate transition of NEET-UG to a computer-based test mode, citing repeated paper leak controversies and security lapses in the current pen-and-paper system. The plea also seeks structural reforms, including replacement of the National Testing Agency with an independent examination authority and implementation of advanced cybersecurity safeguards.

V.D. Satheesan was sworn in as Kerala’s 13th Chief Minister, marking the return of a Congress-led UDF government after 10 years. The grand ceremony at Thiruvananthapuram’s Central Stadium saw top national leaders and state ministers attend the high-profile event.

Gold and silver prices remained volatile on Monday as rising tensions in West Asia, stronger US Treasury yields and persistent inflation concerns impacted global markets. While gold edged higher on MCX, silver stayed under pressure amid weaker investment demand and global uncertainty

Bank of India has increased interest rates on medium- and long-term fixed deposits below Rs 3 crore with effect from today. The revised rates offer up to 6.70 per cent annually, while senior and super senior citizens will continue to receive additional benefits

Domestic equity markets opened sharply lower on Monday as rising crude oil prices and escalating tensions between the US and Iran weighed on investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty fell over 1 per cent, while most sectoral indices traded in the red

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Norway to attend the 3rd India-Nordic Summit and hold bilateral talks with Norwegian leaders. The visit will focus on strengthening trade, investment, green technology, blue economy and strategic cooperation between India and Nordic countries

The Congress-led UDF government headed by V.D. Satheesan will take oath in Kerala on Monday at Thiruvananthapuram. Senior Congress leaders are expected to attend the ceremony as the UDF returns to power after a decade with a 21-member cabinet

Canada's Public Health Agency confirmed a hantavirus case in a cruise passenger in British Columbia linked to the MV Hondius outbreak, which has caused three deaths. Health authorities said high-risk contacts are in isolation, while the overall public risk in Canada remains low

Rising fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict are creating political pressure on US President Donald Trump and Republicans before the midterm elections. Democrats blamed the administration for economic pain, while Republicans defended the White House, saying the impact would be temporary