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The Indian Air Force created history at AFA Dundigal as the first batch of women cadets from the National Defence Academy was commissioned into service. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the parade, which featured 231 graduating flight cadets and spectacular aerial displays.

Doctors have warned that rising obesity levels in India are increasing people's cardiac age, raising the risk of heart disease at younger ages. Experts say obesity, diabetes and hypertension are accelerating cardiovascular ageing, even among individuals who may not appear overweight

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and gold-medalist duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will spearhead India’s badminton campaign at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. The Badminton Association of India announced a balanced mix of seasoned veterans and youth

The Defence Ministry has announced Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth as the next Chief of the Army Staff. Currently serving as Vice Chief of Army Staff, he will assume office on June 30 upon the retirement of Gen Upendra Dwivedi after a distinguished military career

DMK leader Udhayanidhi Stalin accused Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay of “sticker politics,” alleging he claimed credit for past Dravidian Model achievements at the NITI Aayog meeting. He questioned Vijay’s stance on NEET and regional issues, sparking political debate

Shiv Sena MLC Manisha Kayande said she would introduce a motion in the Maharashtra legislature against stand-up comedians accused of crossing limits under the guise of free expression. Her remarks come amid a controversy involving comments made during a comedy show

Kendriya Vidyalya Sangathan has directed all Kendriya Vidyalayas to maintain at least one Sanskrit section in Classes 6 and 9 under the third-language framework from the 2026-27 academic session. The move aims to support language choices and facilitate children of transferable employees

The Karnataka Police have registered an FIR against rationalist writer K.S. Bhagawan following controversial remarks about Lord Ram and Hindu scriptures at a public event. He has been booked under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for hurting religious sentiments

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and termed the Congress government's performance a failure. He highlighted the achievements of the previous BRS regime, alleged financial mismanagement and voter irregularities, and expressed confidence about returning to power

Eleven MBBS students of Singareni Institute of Medical Sciences, Ramagundam, were hospitalised with suspected food poisoning after consuming biryani at a hotel in Godavarikhani during a classmate's birthday celebration. The students developed vomiting and loose motions and are undergoing treatment

A Kanpur youth wrote an emotional letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid global tensions, expressing strong faith in his leadership and concern for his safety. He praised Modi’s governance, urged priority for security, and reaffirmed support for Viksit Bharat 2047

Telangana Day celebrations were held at the Indian High Commission in London with participation from diaspora organisations across the United Kingdom. The event featured cultural performances, a Bathukamma presentation and Hyderabadi biryani, highlighting Telangana's heritage and identity

Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Army Staff and will take charge on June 30, 2026, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi. A seasoned Armoured Corps officer, he has extensive operational and strategic leadership experience

The government reported major expansion in digital education and skilling initiatives, covering over 1.49 lakh schools and 18,580 SWAYAM courses, alongside growth in Atal Innovation Mission labs, startups, and vocational training programmes aimed at advancing India’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will visit Singapore on June 15-16 to attract investments, strengthen collaborations for Amaravati, and meet senior government officials, business leaders and investors. He will also participate in global forums and promote Andhra Pradesh's development agenda

The second edition of Project Udvasana, organised by GHMC and ISKCON, collected over a tonne of sacred material at a temple in Yellareddyguda. The initiative promotes the respectful and environmentally responsible disposal of religious items through ritual procedures and recycling.

The IMD reported on Saturday that India's southwest monsoon will progress slowly due to an active El Niño, forecasting cumulative rainfall at 98% of the average. Meanwhile, a western disturbance brought down temperatures across North India by 8°C

Sanathnagar police arrested a gym trainer and manager after a woman pilot accused him of sexually harassing her under the pretext of training. A case was registered based on her complaint, and the accused was produced before a court and remanded.

The BCCI has rejected demands to mediate overseas player availability issues in the IPL, directing franchises to handle disputes independently. Additionally, the board ruled out massive auction purse hikes and outlined plans for a 94-match season starting in March post-2027.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK leader Vijay will mark his 52nd birthday on June 22 by inaugurating his MLA office in Perambur and interacting with constituents. He also plans a monthly public grievance programme to strengthen accessibility and grassroots engagement

Following recent electrocution deaths, including a fatal incident in Lal Bazar, TGSPDCL has urged residents to stay away from snapped wires and electrical hazards during storms. Officials reiterated safety measures and detailed the circumstances that led to the tragic deaths

A dentist and a software engineer from Hanamkonda were killed on Saturday when their car lost control and plunged into a roadside ditch on the Hyderabad-Warangal National Highway near Jangaon. Four other family members sustained minor injuries

The National Testing Agency has launched a digital training programme, Pariksha Karmayogi, on the iGOT Karmayogi Bharat platform to train examination officials, including NEET-UG invigilators, with the aim of improving fairness, security, standardisation and accountability in national examinations

India faces the Netherlands in Sunday's FIH Pro League opener in Rotterdam, kickstarting a vital European leg before the World Cup. The blockbuster match also features veteran midfielder Manpreet Singh equaling Dilip Tirkey's record of 412 international caps