Leaders of the INDIA opposition alliance gathered in New Delhi for a crucial strategy meeting ahead of upcoming political battles and parliamentary sessions. Discussions are expected to focus on alliance coordination. 

Opposition INDIA Bloc Leaders Meet In Delhi, TVK & Shiv Sena(UBT) Skip The Alliance Meet 

India’s nuclear arsenal has reportedly expanded from 180 warheads in 2025 to 190 in 2026, according to recent estimates. The development comes amid rising regional security concerns and ongoing global nuclear modernization trends. The report highlights shifting strategic balances in South Asia and renewed focus on deterrence capabilities among major powers.


India Expands Nuclear Warheads from 180 in 2025 to 190 in 2026

Mumbai residents and housing societies are bracing for worsening water shortages as supply pressures intensify in the city. Authorities are urging conservation measures as reservoirs drop and demand rises, raising concerns over daily water availability in India’s financial capital. The situation highlights growing urban water stress amid climate and infrastructure challenges.

Mumbai Water Crisis: Private Water Tanker Operators Go On Strike In Mumbai

Mumbai residents and housing societies are bracing for worsening water shortages as supply pressures intensify in the city. Authorities are urging conservation measures as reservoirs drop and demand rises, raising concerns over daily water availability in India’s financial capital. The situation highlights growing urban water stress amid climate and infrastructure challenges.


India Water Shortage | Mumbai: Residents, Housing Societies, Brace for Water Shortages

Bangladesh has stated that it will raise the issues of “push-in” incidents and border killings during upcoming bilateral talks. The move comes amid ongoing concerns over border security and cross-border tensions. Officials are expected to press for greater accountability and dialogue on repeated incidents along the frontier, as both sides aim to address long-standing disputes through diplomatic channels.


Bangladesh to Raise 'Push-in' & 'Border Killing' Issues at Talks

Major Abhilasha Barak was awarded the prestigious 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award for her outstanding efforts in promoting gender-responsive peacekeeping in Lebanon. A trailblazer as the first woman combat helicopter pilot in the Indian Army, she was deployed with the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).


India: Major Abhilasha Barak Awarded Prestigious UN Honour

India's ethanol push is entering a new phase. After achieving its target of 20 percent ethanol blending in petrol ahead of schedule, the government has now launched e85 fuel and plans to roll it out through 50 to 100 dedicated stations across Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur.


The Economics of India's Ethanol Push

An illegal arms network has been busted in West Bengal following a major operation by security agencies. Authorities seized firearms, ammunition, and other materials during the crackdown, dealing a significant blow to the suspected trafficking network. Investigations are underway to trace the origins of the weapons and identify possible links to organised crime and cross-border smuggling activities.


Illegal Arms Network Busted in West Bengal; Firearms & Ammunitions Seized in the Operation

India has strongly criticised Pakistan’s reported plans to hold elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, reiterating that the region is an integral part of India. New Delhi condemned the move and accused Islamabad of attempting to alter the status of territories under its illegal occupation. The development adds fresh strain to already tense India-Pakistan relations over Jammu and Kashmir.


India Slams Pak's Election Plans in Gilgit-Baltistan 

India’s economy closed FY26 on a strong note, with GDP growth for the January to march quarter coming in at 7.8%, while full-year growth stood at 7.7%.


Can India Sustain Its Growth Momentum This Year?

America is built on ambition. But increasingly, that ambition is born overseas. A new study by national foundation for American policy reveals India produces the most founders of US billion-dollar startups, or unicorns.


Who Builds Most US Unicorns? Indian Immigrants

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered India the possibility of joint production of the Su-57 fifth-generation fighter jet, marking a potential deepening of defence ties between the two nations. The proposal comes as India continues to evaluate advanced stealth fighter options to modernize its air force amid growing regional security challenges.


F-35 vs Su-57: Which Jet Will India Choose?

27 seats of Rajya Sabha are set to go to the polls on June 18. While BJP has announced a list of 11 candidates, Union Ministers Ravneet Bittu and George Kurian have not been renominated by the party. Meanwhile, Congress has declared 7 candidates including its president Mallikarjun Kharge who filed his nomination. 


India Rajya Sabha Seats Elections: Decoding How BJP & Congress Stand to Gain

Russian President Offers Joint Production of SU-57 to India 

Election to 27 Rajya Sabha Seats: Decoding How BJP & Congress Stand to Gain

India’s market regulator SEBI has taken major action against Rajesh Exports, triggering fresh attention on corporate governance and regulatory compliance in the business sector. The development has raised concerns among investors and market watchers as authorities examine financial and operational practices linked to the company. The case could have broader implications for India’s corporate and stock market landscape.


SEBI’s Big Move Against Rajesh Exports Explained

India’s economic outlook is facing fresh uncertainty as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns over global crude oil supply. An economic advisor has flagged the risk of rising import costs if disruptions occur in this key shipping route, which carries a significant share of the world’s oil. Since India depends heavily on imported crude, any instability in the region could increase fuel prices, widen the import bill, and add pressure to inflation and growth.


Hormuz Strait Tensions Put India’s Economy on Edge Amid Oil Price Fears 

Russian President Vladimir Putin has reaffirmed Moscow's strong relationship with India, describing the country as a "reliable partner" and suggesting that external pressure on New Delhi would be counterproductive for international relations. His remarks come as US President Donald Trump renewed criticism of India's tariff policies, accusing New Delhi of imposing high trade barriers. The comments highlight the continuing importance of India-Russia ties even as global economic and geopolitical dynamics evolve.


India-Russia Ties: Putin Says Putting Pressure On Modi Detrimental For International Relations

India is set to contribute 17.2 percent of global GDP growth in 2026. That is according to projections from the International Monetary Fund.


IMF: India to Top US in Global Growth Share

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has added another international milestone, with Cambodia becoming the latest country to join the fast-growing digital payments network. What began as a domestic innovation has evolved into a global fintech success story, enabling seamless cross-border transactions and strengthening India's digital influence worldwide. With more than 30 countries reportedly exploring similar partnerships, UPI's expansion highlights how Indian technology is increasingly shaping the future of global payments.


Cambodia Joins UPI Map: 30+ Nations in Queue

A massive fire broke out in a flat on the 12th floor of a residential building in IVY County Society in Noida's sector 74 on Friday morning.

Fire department teams rushed to the spot after receiving information about the incident. The society falls under the Sector 113 police station area.

BREAKING | India: Massive FIRE Breaks Out at IVY County Society, Sector-75

India's Enforcement Directorate has intensified its investigation into an alleged drug syndicate linked to fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim and his associate Salim Dola. Authorities conducted raids across 20 locations spanning two states as part of a wider probe into suspected criminal and financial networks.

The operation marks the latest step in ongoing efforts to dismantle organised crime and illicit financial operations connected to transnational syndicates.

Dawood Drug Syndicate Probe: Investigators Aim To Uncover Salim Dola's Global Narcotics Empire

In a landmark visit to New Delhi, Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has arrived for a high-stakes, five-day diplomatic mission. This visit marks the first high-level engagement between the two nations following the January 2026 U.S. military operation that removed Nicolás Maduro from power.  


India-Venezuela Relations In Focus After US Action Against Maduro

A dramatic shift is underway in India's energy map. The United States is now India's largest supplier of LPG, the cooking gas used by millions of Indian households every day. This has not been a gradual shift, but a sharp move in just weeks.


Texas To India: How America Is Reshaping India’s Cooking Fuel Supply 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez in New Delhi for high-level bilateral talks. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in energy, trade, investment, and development partnerships.

PM Modi Meets Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez In Delhi

Apple is entering a crucial stage in an ongoing investigation by India’s Competition Commission (CCI). The tech giant is expected to share detailed financial data related to its India operations as regulators assess possible penalties. The information could play a key role in determining whether Apple violated competition rules. The case is now moving closer to a final decision, making this one of the most closely watched regulatory probes involving a global tech company in India.


Apple Faces Crucial Phase in CCI Probe as India Financial Data Comes Under Scanner 

 After days of anticipation, India's southwest monsoon is set to arrive over Kerala today, officially launching the country's most important weather season and stirring weather conditions across large parts of the country.

Indian Monsoon: Delhi-NCR Weather Turns Stormy As Rain & Strong Winds Set To Lash Region 

India at this hour:

- Bihar Hospital Fire: Multiple Patients Dead
- J&K: Army Continues Search For Terrorists
- India Receives 4th Squadron Of S-400 Systems
- Heavy Rush Continues For Char Dham Yatra 

Bihar Hospital Fire: Multiple Patients Dead | India Receives 4th Squadron Of S-400 Systems 

Delhi Police have arrested hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj after the deadly fire in Malviya Nagar. The massive blaze killed at least 21 people, including several foreign nationals. Officials said the fire broke out in a building housing a hotel and restaurant. Investigators are probing alleged fire safety violations and illegal construction inside the property.

Delhi Malviya Nagar Fire: Hotel Owner Arrested Over Safety Violations 

The CBSE OSM controversy has intensified after reports claimed the board rolled out the OSM system despite repeated warnings and concerns. The government has now ordered a formal probe into the matter amid growing criticism over transparency, implementation, and possible lapses in the process. The issue has sparked debate among students, parents, and education experts as authorities investigate the circumstances behind the rollout.


CBSE's OSM Controversy Reaches Delhi High Court

India has achieved another major milestone in indigenous defence technology with the successful flight test of the RudraM-II air-to-surface missile. Conducted jointly by DRDO and the Indian Air Force from Chandipur's Integrated Test Range, the missile accurately struck its designated target under challenging operational conditions. The successful trial validates the missile's advanced guidance systems and strengthens India's growing precision-strike capabilities, marking another step forward in the country's defence modernisation efforts.


India's RudraM-II Missile Passes Crucial Test, Hits Target With Pinpoint Accuracy 

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