Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi during the India-Japan Annual Summit in New Delhi.
The leaders are expected to discuss defence cooperation, trade, investment, semiconductors, technology, and regional security.

India-Japan summit: PM Modi, Japan PM Takaichi eye major defence & trade deals 

The Centre has issued a notice to Meta over WhatsApp's newly introduced username feature, raising concerns that it could fuel impersonation, phishing, identity theft and digital fraud. The government has directed WhatsApp to hold off on rolling out the feature until consultations are completed and has sought a detailed explanation from the company within three days.

India issues notice to Meta over new WhatsApp feature, flags 'fraud' concerns

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is in India for a three-day official visit and the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. She is set to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on trade, investment, defence, energy security, technology, and the Indo-Pacific. Several agreements are expected to be signed as both nations seek to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The visit also includes business engagements aimed at boosting economic cooperation. 

India-Japan Annual Summit: PM Modi and Japan PM Takaichi to hold bilateral talks today 

Relentless monsoon rains have intensified the flood crisis across Northeast India, with Assam and Arunachal Pradesh among the worst affected. The Brahmaputra River continues to flow above the danger mark, inundating villages, farmland and key infrastructure. In Arunachal Pradesh, at least four people have lost their lives and more than 9,000 residents have been impacted.


Northeast India monsoon fury: Shivraj Chouhan, Kiren Rijiju assess flood situation in Arunachal

Former ISRO scientist Mylswamy Annadurai, the Moon Man behind Chandrayaan missions, now leads Tamil Nadu’s syllabus redesign.  He will be the new Chairman of the Curriculum Design Committee.
The Vijay government's order stated that the tenure of the new committee would be for three years.

ISRO genius preparing India's future minds | Vijay govt's big move

In a pivotal moment for Indo-Pacific diplomacy, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has arrived in New Delhi for her first official state visit to India. From July 1–3, 2026, PM Takaichi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, signaling a deeper integration of the two nations' strategic, economic, and defense priorities.

India-Japan Ties: The Japanese Leader Is On Her First Visit to India As PM

Monsoon fury batters Northeast India, over 46,000 affected in Assam

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to arrive in India for a three-day official visit and the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. She is set to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on trade, investment, defence, energy security, technology, and the Indo-Pacific. Several agreements are expected to be signed as both nations seek to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The visit also includes business engagements aimed at boosting economic cooperation. 


PM Modi-Takaichi summit: Deepening India-Japan ties in a changing Indo-Pacific

The curtains have officially closed on the proposed Parandur Greenfield Airport project! In a major policy shift, the C. Joseph Vijay-led TVK government has decided to halt the Rs 27,400-crore project at Parandur, citing environmental concerns and the protection of agricultural lands and water bodies.

Tamil Nadu Govt Explores New Site for Chennai's Second Airport

Tamil Nadu’s political landscape is shifting rapidly. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has convened a high-stakes consultative meeting with his post-poll alliance partners today in Kovalam, Chennai.


TVK chief Vijay meeting post-poll partners in Chennai 

India-Japan summit: Japan PM Takaichi to land in India, eyes stronger Indo-Pacific partnership

Prime Minister Modi speaks with Iran's President Pezeshkian. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the understanding reached, and reiterated India’s consistent position that all issues must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. The Indian Prime Minister reiterated the need for continued efforts to ensure lasting peace and stability in the region, and for safeguarding freedom of navigation and commerce.


India-Iran ties: India calls for dialogue, diplomacy and freedom of navigation

A new chapter begins for the Indian Army as General Dhiraj Seth takes charge as the 31st Chief of Army Staff. After receiving a ceremonial Guard of Honour, Gen Seth outlined his "Vijay" vision, emphasizing modernisation, technological transformation, joint military integration, and a future-ready fighting force. Linking his priorities with India's evolving security landscape, the new Army Chief pledged to build a stronger, smarter, and more agile army prepared for emerging challenges.


India’s 31st Army Chief: General Dhiraj Seth assumes leadership, vows modernisation & reforms

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has arrived in India for a three-day official visit and the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. She is set to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on trade, investment, defence, energy security, technology, and the Indo-Pacific. Several agreements are expected to be signed as both nations seek to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The visit also includes business engagements aimed at boosting economic cooperation. 


India-Japan summit: Why India is Japan's China insurance plan

Global crude oil prices have eased sharply following the de-escalation of the recent west Asia conflict. The move has brought relief to fuel consumers across several major economies.


Why and when will Indian fuel prices ease: Explained 

India's finance ministry has released its latest monthly economic review, and the message is "cautious resilience," not unchecked optimism.


Monthly economic report: Growth steady, risks loom large

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has arrived in India for a three-day official visit and the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. She is set to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on trade, investment, defence, energy security, technology, and the Indo-Pacific. Several agreements are expected to be signed as both nations seek to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The visit also includes business engagements aimed at boosting economic cooperation. Stay tuned to WION for the latest updates and analysis.

India-Japan Summit: Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi to land in India today

India's E20 fuel policy has come under the Supreme Court's scrutiny, bringing fresh attention to the country's ethanol-blending programme. The case raises questions over the policy's implementation and its broader environmental and economic impact.

India's E20 fuel policy under Supreme Court scanner

China is fast-tracking a feasibility study for Bangladesh’s multi-million dollar Teesta River project following PM Tarique Rahman’s Beijing visit. While Beijing claims the initiative focuses purely on local livelihoods, it has raised serious security alarms in New Delhi. The project’s close proximity to the highly strategic Siliguri Corridor, India's "Chicken’s Neck", has Indian officials closely monitoring China’s expanding infrastructure footprint right on its border.

What are the geopolitical stakes for India, China, and Bangladesh? Watch the full report.

China's Teesta push in Bangladesh raises strategic concerns for India

Ahead of the Amarnath Yatra 2026, authorities conducted mock drills across Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district to test emergency response and disaster preparedness. Security personnel, health teams, and rescue agencies took part in coordinated exercises to ensure the safety of thousands of pilgrims expected during the annual pilgrimage. Watch the full report for the latest updates on security arrangements and Yatra preparations.


Amarnath Yatra 2026: J&K police launch ‘project hawk eye’ for high-tech Amarnath Yatra security 

PM Modi holds telephonic conversation with Iranian President 

India’s monsoon season is showing extreme regional imbalance, with delayed rainfall across much of the country while the Northeast battles heavy flooding. The country has also recorded its fifth-lowest June rainfall in 126 years, raising concerns over agriculture, water supply, and climate variability.

India’s monsoon woes: Delayed rainfall in most regions, northeast hit by floods 

Breaking: PM Modi speaks to the Iranian president, emphasises on freedom of navigation

As India and the United States work toward a major trade agreement, New Delhi is reportedly pushing for a “sunset clause” — a provision that would allow parts of the deal to be reviewed or renegotiated after a fixed period. The move reflects growing caution in global trade policy, shaped in part by tariff disputes and shifting economic priorities in recent years.


Why India wants a ‘sunset clause’ in its trade deal with the US

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