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A police officer in Odisha’s Kendrapara district has been suspended after allegations that she assaulted a woman and her son at a police station during a domestic dispute complaint, with claims of custodial abuse and misconduct prompting disciplinary action following CCTV review

Bharat Taxi, a driver-owned cooperative launched in February, has grown to over 35 lakh users and six lakh drivers across India. The zero-commission platform claims higher driver earnings, lower fares for passengers, and is expanding services beyond Gujarat with tech-enabled safety and transit integration

India will aim to qualify for the AFC U20 Asian Cup for the first time since 2006 when they hosted the tournament

India’s CDMO sector is rapidly shifting towards AI-enabled hiring, with demand for AI-linked skills rising 178 per cent in two years, according to a CIEL HR report. Experts warn of a widening talent gap as pharmaceutical manufacturing embraces automation and advanced analytics.

India could witness a below-normal monsoon in 2026 amid signs of a possible strong El Nino event. Experts have warned that weaker rainfall may affect agriculture, water availability and food prices while increasing the risk of prolonged heatwaves in several regions.

India receives more than 70 pc of its annual rainfall during the monsoon months

India emerged champions at the U23 Asian Wrestling Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam, topping the freestyle standings and finishing with 27 medals across categories. The women’s and Greco-Roman teams also delivered strong performances, marking a dominant continental campaign.

Nalin Prabhat praised police, Army and disaster response teams for successfully rescuing 320 people stranded in Gulmarg cable car cabins. Calling it a proud moment, he announced DG Commendation medals and rewards for personnel involved in the challenging operation

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh was granted 30-day parole from Sunaria Jail while serving sentences in rape cases. The Dera chief, released under tight security, will stay at the Sirsa headquarters and is allowed only virtual interaction with followers during parole

Indian intelligence agencies have warned of a possible revival attempt by terror outfits Al-Badr and Hizbul Mujahideen in Jammu and Kashmir despite setbacks following Hamza Burhan’s killing. Officials say the groups are coordinating recruitment, propaganda and local mobilisation efforts with alleged backing from Pakistan’s ISI

Internal conflict within AMMA has intensified as actors demanded transparency over finances and leadership functioning. Public criticism from Mallika Sukumaran and Mala Parvathy has increased pressure on senior Malayalam cinema figures to intervene and restore stability

The Indian Army’s canine units showcased specialised battlefield skills during multinational Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya. Dogs trained in explosive detection, tracking and assault operations participated alongside troops from 12 countries, highlighting operational versatility, indigenous breeds and integration with emerging military technologies like robotic dogs

The Delhi High Court granted interim bail to Sheikh Abdul Rashid from June 25 to 30 to attend his father’s post-death rituals in Srinagar. The Baramulla MP, jailed in a terror-funding case, must surrender on June 2 after his current bail period ends

India handed over 134 police cabs to Sri Lanka under a grant of SLR 300 million to strengthen policing, road safety, and emergency response. The initiative reinforces ongoing bilateral cooperation and development partnership between the two countries

Eleven people, including nine women, died after being swept away by strong currents while collecting freshwater mussels in Karnataka’s Uttara Kannada district. Rescue teams recovered all bodies, while officials said the group likely misjudged rising water levels during monsoon conditions

India’s data centre sector is projected to reach $45.69 billion by 2033, driven by AI workloads, cloud adoption, 5G rollout and data localisation. A KPMG report highlights rising demand for integrated, scalable and sustainable digital infrastructure solutions across the country.

Marco Rubio condemned racist remarks against Indians in the US, calling such comments “stupid.” He said America remains welcoming to immigrants and clarified that ongoing US immigration reforms, including visa changes, are global measures and not specifically targeted at India

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed strong India-US strategic ties, highlighting cooperation on counter-terrorism, critical minerals, supply chains and emerging technologies. During talks with S. Jaishankar, Rubio described India as one of America’s most important global strategic partners

Former India captain Rohit Sharma said Indian cricket is heading in the right direction, praising recent successes across formats and age groups. Speaking at a Mumbai Indians event, he highlighted the team’s fearless approach and urged continued dominance in world cricket.

A new SHRM India report highlights a growing skills gap, with 45 per cent of organisations citing AI, digital and data skills as a major constraint. The study underscores challenges in ESG capability, gig adoption, and workforce readiness amid rapid technological change.