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Police in Ahmedabad arrested eight people for allegedly stealing 2.1 kilograms of gold jewellery worth Rs 2.58 crore from an Akasa Air cargo consignment. Investigators uncovered a pre-planned insider racket involving airline staff, cargo handlers and gold smugglers
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A doctor at Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences was allegedly assaulted by a group demanding treatment without medico-legal registration, prompting protests and a strike by medical staff. Police arrested five accused as authorities ordered an inquiry and enhanced hospital security
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Telangana is reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 46 degrees Celsius in northern districts like Sirpur (Kumram Bheem Asifabad) and touching 44.9 degrees Celsius in parts of Hyderabad. This marks the third consecutive day of dangerously high temperatures across the state.
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The United States Air Force is accelerating development of AI-powered autonomous combat aircraft designed to operate alongside fighter jets, as Pentagon officials warned that future conflicts with rivals like China will require larger, cheaper and more survivable air combat fleets
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet by inducting VCK leader Vanni Arasu and IUML legislator A M Shahjahan as ministers. The move strengthened the TVK-led coalition government and increased representation for Dalit and minority communities in the ministry
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The Congress questioned the Centre after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the Venezuelan President’s proposed visit to India before any official confirmation from New Delhi. Jairam Ramesh said the US had repeatedly made announcements linked to India’s foreign policy ahead of India
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The RBI Bulletin said India’s near-term economic outlook remains clouded by supply-side pressures and risks arising from the West Asia conflict. However, domestic demand, strong services exports and policy measures are expected to help the economy withstand global uncertainties and external challenges
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Two weeks after the murder of Tanuja Ranjan, wife of retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray, Hyderabad Police suspect a larger Nepali gang’s involvement. Domestic worker Kalpana is the prime accused, with several associates believed to have fled across states and possibly into Nepal.
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Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh inaugurated SAEL Industries Limited’s 600 MW solar power projects in Kadapa district. Developed with an investment of nearly Rs 3,000 crore, the projects are expected to boost renewable energy generation and support regional economic growth
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India’s UPI digital payment system will become operational in Cyprus from next year following agreements signed during Narendra Modi’s 2025 visit. The move expands UPI’s European footprint and strengthens India-Cyprus cooperation in fintech, trade and cross-border financial connectivity
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The CBI arrested a Pune-based lecturer for allegedly leaking the NEET UG 2026 physics paper to aspirants. The agency said the accused had access to the question paper through her role as an expert appointed by the National Testing Agency
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A joint survey by Cyberabad Police and SCSC found that while most educational institutions provide transport services, only a small percentage of students use them. Authorities said dependence on private vehicles is increasing traffic congestion and raising safety concerns around schools.
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The Centre informed the Supreme Court that 217 Indians had reportedly joined the Russian armed forces during the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with 49 losing their lives. The government said 139 Indians had been released and efforts were continuing to trace missing individuals and secure repatriation
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Dharmendra Pradhan assured students that the re-conducted NEET-UG 2026 exam on June 21 would be error-free after the cancellation affected 22 lakh aspirants, while urging trust in the system and cautioning parents against excessive coaching pressure on students
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Telangana Education Commission chairperson Akunuri Murali resigned a little over three months before completing his tenure. During his term, the Commission made several controversial recommendations on entrance exams, fee reimbursement, teacher policies and private school fee regulation.
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The West Bengal health department warned hospitals about shortages of saline, paracetamol and other essential medical supplies due to the West Asia conflict disrupting global supply chains, freight movement and packaging material availability, prompting authorities to allow emergency procurement under the non-catalogue category
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Over 44,000 candidates will appear for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination in Hyderabad on Sunday across 100 centres. Authorities have announced strict security measures, including electronic jammers and frisking, while candidates are advised to arrive early and carry only essential items.
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Kothagudem police seized 385 kilograms of ganja worth around Rs 2 crore and arrested six persons in two separate cases during vehicle inspections. Police said over 15,000 kilograms of ganja have been seized in the district since the beginning of 2024
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The Supreme Court of India directed police nationwide to immediately register FIRs in missing persons cases, noting that 47,000 children remain untraced. The court also ordered anti-human trafficking units to become fully operational within four weeks
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Haryana golfer Vihaan Jain won the IGU Southern India Junior Boys Golf Championship after holding off Tamil Nadu’s Nilofer Sivamoorthy in a tense final round at Coimbatore Golf Club. Delhi’s Chaitanya Pandey also secured his second consecutive Category ‘B’ title
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The Telangana Registration and Stamps Department has permitted the Secunderabad Cantonment Board to directly collect Transfer of Property Tax from June 1. Property owners will now pay 5 per cent TPT through the SCB portal instead of the IGRS system.
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Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad has completed 2,000 kidney transplants, emerging as the leading centre in South India. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy congratulated the medical team, noting that most surgeries were conducted free under welfare schemes
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Two doctors from Hyderabad were allegedly cheated of more than Rs 2 crore in separate online investment fraud cases. Cyber fraudsters reportedly lured them through Instagram advertisements and fake trading platforms by showing huge profits and later blocking withdrawals
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Former MLAs Alla Venkateshwar Reddy and Patnam Narender Reddy criticised Congress MLA Yennam Srinivas Reddy for attacking BRS leader T Harish Rao over the Future City project. They alleged the Congress government was misusing the project for real estate interests, weakening investor confidence, and favouring individuals close to the Chief Minister.
