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India is not a G7 member, yet PM Narendra Modi will attend the summit for the seventh consecutive year. From supply chains and critical minerals to the Global South and China+1 strategy, India's growing economic and geopolitical influence has made it a key partner for the grouping.

Why Modi's invitation matters: India's growing role at the G7 | WION Decodes

The Cockroach Janata Party has expanded its campaign against paper leaks, exam cancellations and recruitment delays, unveiling five new demands and announcing protests across multiple Indian cities. All you need to know.

From compensation to age relaxation: Cockroach Janata Party reveals 5 new demands at Pune protest | Details

A year has passed since the Air India plane crash in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad. The medical hostel where the plane crashed saw shocking events unfold on a normal weekday. WION spoke to a student who recalled how it all unfolded.

Air India Ahmedabad crash, one year on: Student who was near the hostel that plane landed on recalls horror

Three people died and several others were injured after a massive fire broke out in a five-storey building in Delhi's Tughlakabad area early Friday. Delhi Fire Service rescued six people and shifted the injured to AIIMS Trauma Centre. The blaze was brought under control by 3:45 am.

Massive fire breaks out in Delhi's Tughlakabad area days after Malviya Nagar hotel blaze, kills at least 3

The crews, including Indians, often join such vessels knowingly for higher pay or through unscrupulous recruitment agents. Expressing concern for its nationals, New Delhi has stressed the distinction between legitimate Indian shipping and foreign-flagged operations in the sanctions grey zone.

Amid Hormuz crisis, Indian nationals on shadow fleet raise concerns for Delhi

Among the three firms, Bengaluru-based startup Astrobase Space Technologies is the one with the most ambitious goal, they aim to develop a high-thrust Closed-Cycle Liquid Rocket Engine (delivering 80-ton thrust) for space launch vehicles.

Indian Govt to fund startup aiming to build Methane-LOX rocket engine

Tourism operators in Sonmarg, one of Kashmir’s premier tourist destinations, believe the Zojila Tunnel will usher in a new era for the sector by making travel faster, safer, and more convenient. The improved road connectivity is expected to boost tourist arrivals.

Year-round access, endless possibilities: Zojila Tunnel fuels tourism dreams

Immigration Minister François Bonnardel announced the reopening of the PEQ for two years and said between 8,000 and 12,000 people are expected to apply in the first phase. Quebec lowered its targets for the coming years to 45,000 new permanent residents annually under its 2026–29 plan.

Quebec to reopen permanent residence pathway from July 2. How will it benefit Indians | WION Horizons

Civil nuclear cooperation is also set to feature prominently during Prmine Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France. French officials expressed optimism that India’s Shanti law had opened doors for private-sector involvement. Besides, an announcement on innovation is also expected. 

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Requesting the Central Government for implementing new projects for Tamil Nadu, Vijay mentioned that the state Government would provide required land for an All India Institute of Medical Sciences(AIIMS) in Coimbatore.

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India is accelerating the ₹2,600 crore Chenab-Beas river link project to boost hydropower and water security. The project could have major implications for the Indus Water Treaty and India-Pakistan relations.

Chenab-Beas link tunnel: India's ₹2,600 crore project could reshape Indus water politics

Demonstrations have erupted across the Kashmir Valley as socio-political activists and religious leaders voice solidarity with civilians killed during a brutal police crackdown on protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). 

Kashmir Valley witnesses demonstrations over civilian killings in PoK

US-based real estate technology company Opendoor is shutting down its India operations and relocating roles to the US as part of its AI-driven Opendoor 2.0 restructuring plan announced by CEO Kaz Nejatian.

Opendoor shuts India operations, relocates roles to US under AI-driven restructuring

In an emotional interview to WION's Sidhant Sibal, Mr Sharma criticised the US action. “The US military has taken a stance, not a right way to control a commercial ship.”

Father of slain Indian sailor Aditya Sharma criticises US over strike on tanker off Oman

Russian Consul General Khodzhaev said that the launch of INNOPROM in India reflects the exhibition’s consistent strategy to expand its international footprint and strengthen global industrial and trade cooperation. 

In a first, Russia's INNOPROM Expo for Industrial Tech to be held in India

Acknowledging that investing in IT services firms may appear unconventional in an era increasingly shaped by AI, Kamath argued that Indian companies with strong competitive advantages and valuations in the range of 12 to 15 times earnings continue to offer attractive opportunities. 

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Reports indicate a fire broke out in the vessel's engine room and funnel area. Details on the nature of the attack, casualties, or the exact number of Indian crew members remain limited as rescue operations continue.

Tanker MT Jalveer carrying Indian sailors attacked off Oman coast

Three Indian seafarers missing after a US strike on tanker MT Settebello off Oman have been confirmed dead. Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said the government will support the families and ensure swift repatriation of survivors and the victims’ remains.

Three missing Indian seafarers confirmed dead in US strike on tanker

India urged restraint at the UN over the Middle East conflict and condemned attacks on merchant ships after US forces struck a tanker off Oman, leaving three Indian crew members missing.

‘Prioritise safety of civilians’: India urges restraint at UN after 3 killed in US strike on tanker

The Centre has extended excise duty exemptions on E22, E25, E27 and E30 ethanol-blended petrol to promote biofuels and achieve a 30 per cent ethanol blending target by 2030. The move follows new BIS fuel standards that have been in effect since May 16.

India extends excise duty exemption on E22, E25, E27 and E30 ethanol-blended petrol

Research Science Initiative-India is a special initiative for Class XI students. Held at the Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru, RSI-India is inspired by the success of the original RSI at MIT in the US. Know more about it here

How RSI-India, inspired by MIT, is giving Indian school students a taste of cutting-edge research

India's first indigenous Airbus C295 military transport aircraft completed its maiden test flight from Vadodara, marking a major milestone for the country’s aviation and defence sectors.

‘Made in India’: First indigenous Airbus C-295 completes maiden test flight | WATCH

The bodies of six Naga men who went missing after an alleged abduction in Manipur were brought to Imphal. Families and community leaders say they are devastated as identification and investigations continue.

Bodies of six missing Naga men reach Imphal; police use tear gas as protests erupt outside mortuary

Defence ties, previously minimal, are set for rapid cooperation. With Canada planning to spend an additional $500 billion on defence by 2035, Cooter revealed upcoming high-level talks, military-to-military engagement and potential industry collaboration in aerospace and auto sectors.

Canada envoy Cooter says ties with India at ‘best moment ever’; energy, defence cooperation to accelerate

PM Narendra Modi, who was elected to the office in 2014, reached the milestone on Wednesday, with an unbroken tenure of 4,399 consecutive days in office since first taking oath as prime minister on May 26, 2014 – surpassing India’s first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board.

India summons US diplomat over strike on tanker off Oman; three Indian crew missing

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Why Modi's invitation matters: India's growing role at the G7 | WION Decodes

Compensation to age relaxation: Cockroach Janata Party reveals 5 new demands

Air India Ahmedabad crash, one year on: Student recalls horror

Massive fire breaks out in Delhi's Tughlakabad area, kills at least 3

Amid Hormuz crisis, Indian nationals on shadow fleet raise concerns for Delhi

Indian Govt to fund startup aiming to build Methane-LOX rocket engine

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France says ‘equal to equal’ defence ties with India ahead of PM Modi’s visit

Niti Aayog meet: Tamil Nadu CM Vijay opposes NEET exam; seeks infra projects

What India's Chenab-Beas river link means for the Indus Water Treaty

Kashmir Valley witnesses demonstrations over civilian killings in PoK

Opendoor shuts India office, relocates roles to US under AI-drirestructuring

Father of slain Indian sailor Aditya Sharma criticises US over strike on tanker off Oman

In a first, Russia's INNOPROM Expo for Industrial Tech to be held in India

India must find its own path, not copy China, says Martin Escobari

Tanker MT Jalveer carrying Indian sailors attacked off Oman coast

Three missing Indian seafarers confirmed dead in US strike on tanker

India urges restraint at UN as 3 remain missing after US strike on tanker

India extends excise duty exemption on E22, E25, E27, E30 ethanol-blended petrol

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‘Made in India’: First indigenous Airbus C-295 completes maiden test flight

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Canada envoy Cooter says bilateral ties with India at ‘best moment ever’

Trump, other world leaders congratulate PM Modi on completing 12 years in office

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