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

Ujjwala Subsidy Cap Explained Ujjwala beneficiaries will now get subsidy support for only four LPG refills a year, as the government moves to curb misuse. The government’s decision to reduce subsidised LPG refills under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has brought fresh attention to household fuel costs and welfare delivery. Under the revised rule, Ujjwala beneficiaries will get subsidy support for only up to four LPG refills in a year, instead of nin

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.

Delhi B&B Fire Tragedy Puts Safety Rules Under Scanner A deadly fire at a Malviya Nagar B&B has triggered a major safety crackdown in Delhi, with officials focusing on fire NOC and building violations. 21 Dead In Delhi B&B Fire Delhi’s Malviya Nagar fire tragedy has put hotel and B&B safety rules back in focus after at least 21 people died in a major

Patna Police Probe Chaos Outside Khan Sir’s Coaching Centre Police are investigating a reported firing incident outside Khan Sir’s coaching centre in Patna, while CCTV footage is being checked to identify suspects.   Patna Coaching Hub On Alert A reported firing incident outside educator Khan Sir’s coaching centre in Patna has put the Musallahpur Haat area under police focus. The area is one of Bihar’s busy coach

Bengal Immigration Crackdown: 18 Bangladeshis Detained In South 24 Parganas Police detained 18 Bangladeshi nationals in South 24 Parganas as Bengal expands holding centres and deportation procedures. 18 Bangladeshis Detained In South 24 Parganas Police in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district detained 18 Bangladeshi nationals, including six children, after receivin

Netanyahu highlights India’s support for Israel amid global criticism   Netanyahu Highlights India’s Support Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised India’s support for Israel, calling the country a “major global power.” Speaking at a leadership programme in the Jordan Valley, he said Israel was expanding its alliances and described India as a key p

Assam Clears UCC Bill With New Marriage And Live-In Rules Assam has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill 2026, becoming the third state after Uttarakhand and Gujarat to clear such legislation. The Bill was passed in the Assembly on May 27, 2026, even as Opposition parties demanded that it be sent to a Select Committee for wider consultation. Key Rules In Assam UCC Bill T

Hundreds Safely Evacuated After Gulmarg Gondola Service Stops Mid-Air Gulmarg Gondola Stops Mid-Air Hundreds of tourists faced tense moments in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gulmarg on Monday, May 25, 2026, after a technical snag halted the famous Gulmarg Gondola cable car service. Several cabins reportedly stopped mid-air while visitors were onboard, creating panic at the popular hill destination. Officials said both phases of the Gondola service were suspende

Fuel Prices Rise For Second Time In Five Days Fuel Prices Rise Again Petrol and diesel prices have gone up again across major Indian cities, marking the second fuel price hike within five days. The latest revision was made after oil companies increased retail fuel rates on Monday, adding more pressure on consumers already facing rising transport and household expenses. In New Delh

Punjab Four Children Proposal Sparks Debate Over Sikh Population Decline Punjab BJP leader Dr Jagmohan Singh Raju has urged Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to consider cash incentives for Sikh families with more children, citing concerns over Sikh population decline in Punjab and the need to protect the community’s cultural and demographic strength.   Punjab BJP Leader Raises Four Children Proposal Punjab BJP state genera

Hyderabad Lufthansa Flight Threat Triggers Alert A Hyderabad Lufthansa flight threat created a major security alert at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after Lufthansa flight LH754 received a bomb alert before landing. The Frankfurt Hyderabad flight was scheduled to arrive at Shamshabad when the airline reportedly received an email claiming that a bomb had been placed on the aircraft. Following the Lufthansa LH754 bomb alert, airport officials immediat

NEET UG 2026 Cancelled After Paper Leak Row Sparks Nationwide Outrage NEET UG 2026, conducted on May 3 for more than 22 lakh medical aspirants across India, has been cancelled following allegations of a major paper leak that triggered nationwide outrage. The National Testing Agency (NTA) confirmed that a re-exam will be conducted soon, while the central government has ordered a CBI investigation i

Uber CEO’s Delhi Metro Ride Sparks Massive Online Buzz Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has gone viral after choosing the Delhi Metro instead of road travel during his recent India visit. The Uber chief travelled to Jor Bagh by metro, and photos from the journey quickly spread across social media platforms. Many internet users joked that Delhi traffic had become so intense that even the CEO of Uber preferred public transport to save time during travel. The v