India’s viral Cockroach Janta Party has started a nationwide youth protest campaign, with students and young supporters gathering in Pune on Thursday. The rally at Savitribai Phule Pune University marked another public show of strength for the youth-led movement, which has grown from an online protest symbol into a campaign focused on education, unemployment and accountability. The Pune protest followed the group’s e

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s expected participation at the G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, 2026, has placed India’s expanding global influence back in focus. Invited by French President Emmanuel Macron, Modi will attend the summit as India continues to gain importance in discussions on trade, technology, energy security, supply chains and global development. India is not a member of the G7, which includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Un

India Raises Concern After Oman Tanker Strike Three Indian seafarers have died after a US strike on the Palau-flagged tanker MT Settebello off Oman, prompting India to condemn the attack and raise concern over crew safety. The issue has deepened after the Indian Embassy in Oman began monitoring another vessel incident near Shinas port, though details of that case are still awaited.   Three Indian seafarers have been confi

Monsoon Advance Slows After Fast Start Over South And Northeast India India’s southwest monsoon made a strong start this season, but its movement has now slowed across several parts of the country. After reaching Kerala on June 4, the monsoon quickly covered parts of southern India, the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Northeast. However, the fast progress seen in the early phase has

OpenDoor Moves India Roles to US With AI-Driven Restructuring OpenDoor, the US-based real estate tech firm, is closing its India office and relocating around 250 roles to the United States. This shift comes as the company adopts AI-powered workflows and smaller AI-native teams closer to its primary customers. Executives highlighted that the decision is not due to employee performance and commended the India

India has exempted petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol from central excise duty, giving a major push to the country’s biofuel adoption strategy. The exemption covers higher ethanol fuel blends such as E22, E25 and E30. By reducing the tax burden on these blends, the government aims to make ethanol-rich petrol more attractive for fuel producers, distributors and future consumers while reducing reliance on imported crude oil.   Excise Relief For High-Ethano

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed major Indian airlines and airport operators to submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by June 15, 2026. These reports must detail the corrective measures taken to address safety concerns identified during routine and surprise inspections. The move is part of the regulator's broader effort to strengthen aviation safety across India as air traffic continues

Centre May Revive Delimitation Bill In Monsoon Session The Centre is trying to build political support before bringing back the sensitive Delimitation Bill in Parliament. The Centre may bring back the Delimitation Bill 2026 during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament, with consultations now opened with key regional parties, including the DMK and Trinamool Congress. The move comes after an earlier attempt linked to women’s reservation failed in th

Southwest monsoon 2026 has officially set in over Kerala after a short delay, marking the beginning of India’s crucial rainy season. The India Meteorological Department update comes as several states are preparing for heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds over the next few days. For farmers and residents waiting for relief from summer heat, the monsoon arrival is an important weather shift. Rain Al

IRCTC has stepped up its digital crackdown to make online train ticket booking fairer for genuine passengers. The corporation has flagged nearly 9 crore user accounts, with more than 3 crore suspicious IDs deactivated and another 6 crore accounts placed under verification to check their authenticity. The move is aimed at reducing misuse of the reservation system, especially during high-demand booking windows when confirmed tickets often disappear quickly.

Goa is set for unstable weather on June 2 and 3 as IMD issued a yellow alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds while monsoon conditions strengthen near Kerala. Goa Under Yellow Alert For June 2-3 The India Meteorological Department, Panaji, has issued a yellow alert for Goa on June 2 and June 3. The warning comes as conditions are becoming favourable for the further advance of

Blue Aadhaar Vs White Aadhaar: Baal Aadhaar Eligibility, Documents And Update Rules India’s Aadhaar system has a special identity card for young children called Blue Aadhaar or Baal Aadhaar. It is issued by UIDAI for children below five years and works as an early identity document for school admission, healthcare, welfare schemes, and other official needs. Unlike the regular white Aadhaar card, Blue Aadhaar is printed in light blue colour so that it can be easi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead an important Council of Ministers meeting at Seva Teerth in Delhi at 4 pm on Thursday. All Union ministers, including Cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge, and ministers of state, have been requested to stay in the capital to ensure full attendance. This meeting follows PM Modi’s foreign tour and is expected to focus on governance priorities, regional geopolitical issues, and potential political developments within the governme

Pak Fatah-1 Missile Claim On Non-Existent Indian Airbases Sparks Row   Pak Officer’s Missile Claim Raises Questions A Pakistani officer's airbase claim has triggered debate after he said Fatah-1 missiles struck Rajouri and Mamun airbases, even though neither of the Indian airbases exists. In an interview with a local Pakistani channel, Captain Muneeb Zamal, linked to Fatah-1

India Responds To Dutch Concerns Over Press Freedom And Minority Rights   India Responds To Dutch Remarks On Press Freedom And Minority Rights India has firmly rejected reported concerns raised in the Netherlands over press freedom and minority rights, stating that such comments show a lack of understanding about the country’s democratic values and diverse social structure. The response came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi?