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India increased gold and silver import duties to 15 per cent to curb rising imports and protect foreign exchange reserves amid the West Asia crisis. The move follows PM Narendra Modi’s austerity appeal as soaring oil costs, a weak rupee, and inflation intensify economic pressure on the country

Indian equity markets opened flat amid mixed global signals and easing crude oil prices. Investors remained cautious over the West Asia crisis, FII selling, and macroeconomic concerns. Defensive sectors gained traction, while analysts advised gradual accumulation of quality banking stocks during market declines

Nine persons were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly attacking police personnel and pelting stones at a cattle transport vehicle suspected of carrying animals for slaughter. The bulls were reportedly being transported for a film shoot, while police officers sustained injuries during the violence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced his convoy size during recent visits to promote austerity and fuel conservation amid the West Asia crisis. The move follows his public appeal encouraging reduced petrol and diesel usage, greater adoption of electric vehicles, metro travel, carpooling, and work-from-home practices

Air India will suspend and reduce several international flights from June for three months due to soaring jet fuel prices linked to the Middle East crisis. The Tata Group airline is also tightening cost controls, cutting expenses, and enforcing stricter compliance amid mounting financial losses

The Vijay-led Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government faces a crucial floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly after Governor R. N. Ravi ordered a confidence vote. Congress and several allies extended support, while divisions emerged within the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam

  Prateek Yadav, son of late Mulayam Singh Yadav and stepbrother of Akhilesh Yadav, died at 38 in Lucknow after prolonged lung-related illness. Husband of Aparna Yadav, he had recently spoken publicly about marital and mental health struggles 

US Vice President JD Vance, in his upcoming memoir Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith, recalls becoming “obsessed” with future wife Usha Vance after meeting at Yale Law School, praising her intelligence, confidence and indifference to status and ambition

A Nepali gang posing as domestic workers allegedly drugged and robbed a doctor couple in Hyderabad’s Kowkoor area. The accused, employed only two weeks earlier, reportedly looted gold, silver and cash, tied up the victims, damaged CCTV cameras and fled

US President Donald Trump said Russia-Ukraine peace talks were “getting very close,” expressing optimism about ending the war. Speaking before his China trip, Trump denied any Donbas deal with Putin and said resolving the conflict could ease global energy prices, inflation and geopolitical tensions 

A French woman infected in the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak remains critically ill in Paris on artificial lung support as cases rise to 11. Three passengers have died. Authorities continue quarantines, investigations in Argentina, and monitoring amid concerns over possible rare human transmission

A US media report claims Pakistan allowed Iranian military aircraft to park at its airbase to shield them from American strikes during the US‑Iran war.

FBI Director Kash Patel clashed with Senator Chris Van Hollen during a Senate budget hearing, angrily rejecting allegations of excessive drinking and absenteeism reported in The Atlantic. Patel, who has sued the magazine, accused Van Hollen of hypocrisy, referencing the senator’s past visit to El Salvador.

At least six devotees were killed and several injured when a wall and tin sheets collapsed at Margudevi Temple in Sangli district during heavy rains and strong winds on Tuesday evening. Rescue operations were launched immediately, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences.

A Medak bank manager, Yadam Anil, pledged fake gold and diverted funds amounting to over Rs. 1.50 crore. While absconding, his wife, friend, and the bank’s gold loan auditor were arrested. Police revealed he had committed similar fraud earlier in Andhra Pradesh.

Congress leaders and social media users have criticised the Telangana government and police for delaying action in the POCSO case against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, intensifying political heat around Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s handling of the issue.

Telangana Students Joint Action Committee staged a protest in Hyderabad against the Central government over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. Former Minister V. Srinivas Goud demanded the disbanding of the NTA and resignation of the Union Education Minister, citing the uncertainty faced by deserving students.

The Prime Minister’s appeal for austerity reflects growing concern that the Iran conflict is emerging as an economic threat capable of driving up inflation, fuel prices and household costs across India

Farmers across Telangana are staging protests over delays in paddy procurement, citing shortages of gunny bags and trucks. In Yadadri‑Bhuvanagiri and Nalgonda, paddy sacks were burnt in anger. Maize farmers, too, face severe distress as procurement has not begun despite heavy losses from unseasonal rains.

Gujarat Titans defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs in Ahmedabad, climbing to the top of the IPL points table. Sai Sudharsan and Washington Sundar scored fifties, while Kagiso Rabada and Jason Holder dismantled SRH’s batting in a dominant all-round display

In a parliamentary democracy, the legitimacy to govern is determined on the floor of the House, not through gubernatorial discretion or political speculation

Raghunathapalem village in Khammam district is set to become Telangana’s first pilot solar village, with rooftop solar systems planned for every household. District Collector Divakara TS inspected the ongoing installations and directed officials to expand solar infrastructure to public buildings and community spaces.

Despite reforms and technology‑driven surveillance measures, the Department of Mines and Geology and Telangana Mineral Development Corporation Limited continue to face declining revenues. Auctions of limestone blocks and sand bazaars have not offset sluggish revenue generation, while illegal mining and unauthorised crushing units persist across Telangana.

BRS chief K. Chandrashekar Rao chaired a six-hour meeting at Erravelli, finalising district-level incharges and launching a digital membership enrolment drive as part of a major organisational restructuring across Telangana.