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Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has made annual e-KYC mandatory for all PM-KISAN beneficiaries. Gujarat’s Agriculture Department asked farmers to complete biometric or face-authentication verification before June 30 to continue receiving financial assistance under the central scheme

India will supply 80,000 tonnes of fertiliser to Nepal under a government-to-government arrangement after Kathmandu sought help due to supply disruptions linked to West Asia tensions. The shipment aims to support Nepal’s agriculture during the upcoming farming season

Four cheetah cubs born to Kuno National Park’s female cheetah KGP12 were found dead in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district, likely killed by predation. Officials said the mother is safe and an investigation and post-mortem will determine the exact cause

Pune police booked 35 people after a 15-year-old girl was allegedly forced into marriage in Balewadi. Authorities registered a case under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, stressing strict action against all participants, while investigations continue into the socially shocking incident

Users raise complaints as Google search engine reported issues across India,

The Centre reduced royalty rates on offshore deepwater and ultra-deepwater oil production to boost exploration and ease industry costs amid global energy volatility. The revised framework lowers levies for initial production years while retaining existing rates for onland and shallow-water categories

In UP, a bride refused to marry after the groom allegedly collapsed during rituals, raising concerns about a hidden medical condition. Her family demanded his health report, leading to a heated dispute, police involvement, and the wedding procession returning without the bride.

The government released FAQs on the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G Act, 2025, confirming it replaces Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act from July 1, 2026. It guarantees 125 days of rural wage employment, strengthens asset creation, and ensures seamless transition with continued job access and wage protections

Joao Rui Ferreira said India and Portugal can deepen economic ties in renewable energy, manufacturing, startups and infrastructure. He highlighted Portugal’s expertise, strong digital ecosystem and gateway access to Europe as major opportunities for Indian businesses and investors

Lightning killed around 90 sheep and goats belonging to two nomadic Bakarwal families in Ganderbal district overnight. The incident occurred in the high-altitude Poshkar grazing area during intense weather activity, causing major financial losses to the livestock-dependent families from Rajouri

The Centre announced that the VB-G RAM G Act will replace MGNREGA nationwide from July 1. Existing job cards and ongoing works will continue seamlessly. The government said the new law aims to strengthen rural employment, infrastructure development and village self-reliance through gram panchayats

A report shows that while most employees in India are using AI at work, only about 35% believe it has delivered expected returns on investment. The study highlights growing AI adoption, rising training efforts, and expanding workplace use, but notes gaps in governance and measurable benefits

India’s U17 team exited the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 after a 0-3 defeat to Uzbekistan in Jeddah. The loss ended their World Cup qualification hopes, despite a spirited effort and key chances in the second half.

India and Sri Lanka agreed to speed up implementation of a USD 450 million reconstruction package for cyclone-hit Sri Lanka. The assistance, announced after Cyclone Ditwah, includes concessional credit, grants and support for infrastructure, healthcare and recovery projects

Nalin Prabhat said over 4,000 newly recruited J&K Police constables, including 600 women, will strengthen technology-driven policing. Many recruits are engineering graduates whose expertise will be used in specialised technical roles to tackle the Union Territory’s unique security challenges

India achieved a major milestone in hypersonic missile technology after DRDO successfully conducted a 1,200-second long-duration test of its actively cooled full-scale scramjet combustor in Hyderabad, strengthening the nation’s Hypersonic Cruise Missile Development Programme and advanced aerospace capabilities.

India’s women’s recurve team defeated hosts China in a dramatic shoot-off to clinch gold at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai. Deepika Kumari sealed the victory, while Sahil Jadhav added a bronze medal in the compound competition.

Both players struck two aces each, while Vaidehee committed five double faults against Justina's three.

Sanjay Seth inaugurated India’s first International Ophthalmology Research Conference in New Delhi, bringing together military and civilian eye specialists. The event focuses on research, innovation, and civil-military collaboration in ophthalmology with participation from leading global experts

Seven engineers suspended over the controversial 90-degree Bhopal overbridge have been reinstated by the Madhya Pradesh Public Works Department, even as an inquiry continues. The bridge, criticised for its unsafe design, is now set for structural redesign before reopening to public traffic