India and New Zealand are looking to take their partnership to the next level. In an exclusive chat with WION, India’s Envoy to New Zealand, Neeta Bhushan Muanpuii, said defence ties will take centre stage during PM Modi’s upcoming visit. From maritime security to joint exercises and technology sharing, both countries want closer cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.


India-New Zealand defence ties take centre stage, envoy speaks to WION 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indonesia has put maritime security, defence cooperation, trade, and strategic partnerships firmly in the spotlight. With the Indo-Pacific becoming increasingly important, discussions are expected to cover issues ranging from the Malacca Strait and regional security to critical minerals and defence collaboration, including potential BrahMos-related cooperation. 

The visit highlights the growing importance of India-Indonesia relations in shaping the future of the region.


India, Indonesia sign big defence deal 

Kerala is getting older, and it’s the first to admit it. The state now has the highest share of elderly people in India and a median age of 31 years, the highest in the country. To tackle this, Kerala has launched a dedicated Elderly Welfare Department. 


Kerala leads with highest elderly population, starts new initiative

A political showdown has erupted in Karnataka over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The BJP has accused state election officials of large-scale irregularities and demanded fresh door-to-door verification, while Congress has dismissed the allegations, triggering a heated war of words over the voter roll revision process.

Congress, BJP spar over Karnataka SIR

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indonesia has put maritime security, defence cooperation, trade, and strategic partnerships firmly in the spotlight. With the Indo-Pacific becoming increasingly important, discussions are expected to cover issues ranging from the Malacca Strait and regional security to critical minerals and defence collaboration, including potential BrahMos-related cooperation. 

The visit highlights the growing importance of India-Indonesia relations in shaping the future of the region.

India-Indonesia strengthen ties: Indonesia confers highest honour to PM Modi 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta to a warm welcome from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, marking the start of an important diplomatic visit focused on trade, defence and cultural cooperation. The trip highlights the growing strategic partnership between India and Indonesia, two key Indo-Pacific powers.


PM Modi Indonesia Visit: PM Narendra Modi Receives Indonesia's Highest Honour

Residents in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir are facing growing shortages of food, fuel, and medicines amid an ongoing standoff with Pakistani authorities. As public anger intensifies, local leaders have appealed to India for humanitarian assistance. Meanwhile, the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has issued a fresh ultimatum to Islamabad, demanding action on key grievances. 

Pok leader appeals to India for food & medicines as Pakistan's brutality continues

Former Supreme Court Judge Madan B. Lokur has raised serious questions about the MEA's current stand on passports and citizenship. He called the Centre's position a 'misreading' of the Passport Act and warned it could lead to international problems if a passport is no longer treated as proof of citizenship. The remarks come amid growing debate over documentation rules.


Indian passport row: Justice Lokur says MEA's stand a 'misreading' of the Passport Act

PM Modi's 3-nation tour: PM Modi to interact with indian diaspora, visit Prambanan temple

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has named Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed in a supplementary chargesheet in the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack case. The agency has accused Saeed, LeT, and its proxy outfit TRF of conspiring and facilitating the attack that killed 26 people. The charges include waging war against India and cross-border terrorism under the UAPA and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

NIA names LeT founder Hafiz Saeed as accused in Pahalgam terror attack 

PM Modi lands in Jakarta, India-Indonesia ties get major boost 

Pahalgam terror attack: NIA names Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet 

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has directed Meta to disable the advertisements and content promoting and facilitating access to child sexual exploitative and abuse material (CSEAM) on Instagram, according to government sources. It has also sought an explanation on the issue.

MeitY issues stern notice to Meta over CSEAM ads on Instagram 

Heavy rainfall has wrecked havoc across Mumbai, claiming at least eight lives and causing widespread disruption. Several parts of the city witnessed severe waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flooding after relentless downpours.


Mumbai monsoon: Eight killed as monsoon fury grips Mumbai

Europe continues to dominate the global passport rankings. According to the global passport index 2026, nine of the world's 10 strongest passports now belong to European countries. Sweden secures the top spot, followed by Switzerland, Finland and Germany.

India slips in global passport rankings

Biofuels are making a comeback as volatile oil markets push governments to rethink energy security. Interest in cleaner fuels had surged after the pandemic, with the International energy agency projecting biofuel demand would more than double by 2030 to support global net-zero goals.


Rising oil prices revive Asia’s biofuel push

New Roads, New Skies: Uttar Pradesh Rising explores how massive infrastructure projects are reshaping India's most populous state. From the launch of Noida International Airport to the expanding expressway network, the special episode examines how improved connectivity is driving investment, creating jobs and transforming Uttar Pradesh into a fast-emerging economic and logistics hub.

New roads, new skies | Uttar Pradesh rising

Heavy rainfall has wreaked havoc across Mumbai, claiming at least eight lives and causing widespread disruption.
Several parts of the city witnessed severe waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flooding after relentless downpours.

Mumbai Monsoon: Torrential rains lash financial capital, at least 8 dead 

The confrontation between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab and the Akal Takht—the highest temporal seat of Sikhism—has reached a boiling point. Following a series of legislative disputes, the officiating Jathedar, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the Punjab government to halt what he described as a "defamatory campaign" against Sikh institutions being carried out by "outsiders" on social media.  


Supreme Sikh religious body akal takht accuses AAP leaders of challenging its supremacy 

Mumbai is currently battling an intense monsoon onslaught, with the city recording staggering rainfall figures exceeding 300 mm in several areas. On Sunday, July 5, 2026, the metropolis faced a "triple threat" of extreme downpours, gusty winds, and a high tide that surged over the iconic Marine Drive promenade.  

Mumbai monsoon havoc: High tide hits Marine Drive amidst red alert 

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing an existential crisis following the resignation of former West Bengal Finance Minister and state party president, Chandrima Bhattacharya. Her departure, which occurred on Saturday, July 4, 2026, marks another major blow to Mamata Banerjee’s leadership in the wake of the party’s crushing defeat in the 2026 Assembly elections.  


Bengal minister BJP leader claims TMC no longer exists after 'wave of resignations'

The political tug-of-war over the iconic "TRS" acronym has reached a critical stage. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notice to K. Kavitha’s newly formed party, Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS), directing them to propose three alternative names within 15 days.


ECI notifies objections to 'TRS' acronym of Kavitha's party

Mumbai is under a Red Alert as the city battles one of its most intense monsoon spells in recent years. In just four days since July 1st, the financial capital has received nearly 80% of its average monthly rainfall for July, leading to widespread chaos.


Mumbai rains: Mumbai receives 80% of July rain in four days 

From India's luxury travel boom to Japan ties and global expansion, in this edition of big business bet, WION speaks to The Lalit's CMD Dr. Jyotsna Suri to decode the business bets shaping hospitality's next growth cycle.


The Lalit's Dr Suri on Her Japan Connect

India has officially revoked the emergency natural gas supply regulations that were imposed during the peak of the West Asia conflict. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued a notification omitting the operational provisions of the March 2026 order, lifting restrictions and restoring normal gas allocation to all commercial, industrial, and power consumers as maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz stabilized following a ceasefire.


West Asia Resumed LNG Imports Prompts India to Lift Emergency Natural Gas Supply Curbs

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a massive leadership crisis as internal infighting reaches a boiling point. Senior leader and West Bengal State President Chandrima Bhattacharya has resigned from all party posts, citing hurt over accusations from Mamata Banerjee regarding her handling of the party headquarters.

Mamata aide resigns as TMC state Prez, Mamata set to assume key post 

History has been made! Ankita Konwar from Assam has officially become the first woman from Northeast India to swim across the English Channel. In a grueling test of endurance, Konwar navigated the notoriously treacherous waters, battling freezing temperatures and unpredictable currents to complete the iconic crossing.

Assam's Ankita Konwar becomes first N-E Indian woman to cross English channel 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a high-stakes, three-nation tour of Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand from July 6 to 11, 2026. The visit aims to significantly deepen India’s strategic, economic, and maritime partnerships across the Indo-Pacific. The tour begins in Indonesia (July 6-8), where the PM will hold talks with President Prabowo Subianto and visit the historic Prambanan Temple.

PM Modi to visit Indonesia, New Zealand & Australia from July 6-11

In a landmark and highly debated legal observation, the Madras High Court has suggested that individuals making separatist or anti-national remarks should be viewed through the lens of a mental health issue rather than purely criminal intent.

Madras high court says separatist remarks now viewed as mental health issue 

India is witnessing a rather unusual weather pattern across states due to El Nino. For instance, Meghalaya- one of the world's wettest places saw a 74% rainfall deficit in the month of June. Amid this, rainfall lashed several other parts of the country.


Indian monsoon: Karnataka records 42% rainfall deficit 

Rainiest place on Earth runs dry: Meghalaya records shocking 74% rainfall deficit 

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