India's school education performance gap narrowed from 51% to 42% between 2018 and 2024, signaling progress across states. The Education Ministry's PGI 2.0 reveals that while no state reached the top grades, Chandigarh led with the highest score. Punjab, Delhi, and Gujarat followed, while several states need improvements.

Following a complaint about potential coastal regulation zone violations during renovations, a joint team of forest department and BMC officials inspected Shah Rukh Khan's bungalow, Mannat. The inspection included both the heritage structure and the annex building. Officials will prepare a report based on their findings after reviewing documents provided by Khan's staff regarding the permissions obtained for the renovation.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that 'Operation Sindoor' is ongoing and any future terror attacks will face severe consequences. He emphasized India's readiness to take action against terrorism, highlighting Operation Sindoor as a message that continued aggression will not be tolerated.

Amid global tensions, PM Modi led the International Yoga Day in Visakhapatnam, emphasizing yoga's role as a 'pause button' for peace. Simultaneously, Israel intensified strikes on Iranian missile sites, escalating Middle East conflict, while India continued Operation Sindhu to evacuate citizens. Neeraj Chopra secured a Diamond League win, and Trump dismissed Tulsi Gabbard's Iran nuclear assessment.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led Yoga Day celebrations in Gorakhpur, praising yoga's ancient roots and global recognition, thanks to Prime Minister Modi's efforts. He highlighted yoga's role in spiritual and physical well-being, emphasizing its importance for public welfare. Prime Minister Modi also participated in Visakhapatnam, promoting yoga as a unifying force for health and harmony across the world.

The CBI has filed a case against Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust officials and Tata Consulting Engineers, alleging an Rs 804 crore loss to the government. This loss is related to contracts aimed at increasing the channel depth for large cargo ships. The FIR cites inflated estimates, restricted competition favoring international bidders, and undue contractor favoritism as key factors.

Sun TV Network dismissed Dayanidhi Maran's legal notice to his brother Kalanithi Maran as a «family matter» with no impact on the company's operations. The dispute, dating back 22 years to when Sun TV was private, involves allegations of improper share allocation.

India's Operation Sindhu is underway to evacuate stranded citizens from Iran, with two special flights expected in Delhi. Tehran, in a special gesture, lifted airspace restrictions for the evacuation facilitated by Mahan Air. Around 1,000 students will return in the coming days. Evacuation flights for Indian nationals wishing to leave Israel will commence from Amman.

The ED uncovered 322 bank passbooks linked to mule accounts used to divert government funds under the guise of legitimate transactions related to Delhi classrooms construction. These accounts, opened in the names of laborers, were allegedly used to misappropriate funds exceeding Rs 2,000 crore.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticised US foreign policy following the hosting of Pakistan's Army Chief by the US President. He also urged for an immediate cessation of the Iran-Israel conflict, advocating for resolution through dialogue. Efforts are underway to safely repatriate Indian students from Iran, with a focus on bringing back those from Jammu and Kashmir via alternative routes.

In Faridabad, a shocking incident unfolded where a woman, Tannu Kumar, was allegedly murdered and secretly buried by her in-laws. For two months, they concealed the crime by reporting her missing. Tannu's father, Hakim, suspected foul play upon seeing a freshly covered pit outside their house, but claims police initially ignored his concerns.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is expected to visit China next week for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave, marking the first visit by a senior Indian minister since the 2020 Ladakh standoff. Scheduled in Qingdao from June 25-27, the visit may include a bilateral meeting with Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun.

Union Minister Suresh Gopi stated that Shashi Tharoor's potential move to the BJP is his own decision, attributing Tharoor's evolving stance to a better understanding of public sentiment. Gopi also voiced strong opposition to the practice of ministers appointing personal staff with extensive benefits, deeming it unfair in light of broader pension issues.

Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed Ambassadors and High Commissioners from various nations to a cultural event in Bhararisain on the eve of International Yoga Day. The foreign dignitaries were impressed by Gairsain's natural beauty and cultural heritage, enjoying a traditional Chholia dance performance. Dhami highlighted Uttarakhand's potential as a growing tourist destination, inviting exploration of its diverse landscapes.

Manish Sisodia, a senior AAP leader, appeared before the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on June 20 for questioning regarding the alleged Delhi classroom construction scam. The ACB is investigating irregularities and a large-scale scam involving inflated costs in the construction of classrooms and school buildings. Sisodia's questioning, conducted with an independent witness, lasted from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Bharatiya Janata Party spent approximately Rs 1,494 crore in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Association for Democratic Reforms reveals this information. Congress spent Rs 620 crore. Political parties spent on publicity and travel. Election Commission received expenditure statements late. Some parties' statements were unavailable. ADR recommends more transparency in election spending. They suggest monitoring party expenditure like individual candidates.

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Israel conducts extensive airstrikes in Iran. The Axiom-4 mission, carrying India’s Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, faces another delay. PM Modi inaugurates development projects worth ₹9,500 crore in Bihar, including flagging off a new Vande Bharat Express. Air India reduces fares after the Boeing 787 crash, and cricketers honor Ahmedabad air crash victims.

The Delhi High Court intervened, reversing the transfer of Special Judge Sameer Bajpai, who was overseeing the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. This decision alleviates concerns that arguments, currently at a critical juncture, would need to be reheard.

Amid rising Middle East tensions, Israeli PM Netanyahu vowed strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, even without US consent. A Bengaluru doctor's threat to crash a plane over a lost bag caused flight delays. In Chennai, a DMK MP accused his brother of financial fraud, while Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to a historic MLS victory.

Air India has cancelled seven flights, including four international and three domestic routes, citing «enhanced maintenance and operational reasons.»

As PM Modi inaugurates development projects in Bihar, Congress criticizes the NDA government's handling of the proposed 65% reservation for marginalized communities. Jairam Ramesh suggests legislative measures, including constitutional amendments and implementing Article 15(5), to bypass legal hurdles and ensure the reservation's implementation. Congress plans to raise these social justice issues in the upcoming Parliament session.

Ahead of PM Modi's Bihar visit, Tejashwi Yadav criticized the BJP-led governments, accusing Modi of misleading the public with false promises. Yadav questioned Bihar's poor development indices and alleged corruption during NDA rule, demanding accountability from the Prime Minister. Modi's visit includes inaugurating development projects in Bihar, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh, focusing on infrastructure and socio-economic growth.

A high-level judicial panel's inquiry revealed a fire at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence on March 14 uncovered burnt, unexplained cash. Firefighters reported the blaze intensified due to alcohol from a liquor cabinet near the storeroom, where currency notes were visible amidst the debris. Justice Varma was away, and the room had to be forcibly opened, according to the report.

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau's child protection unit apprehended fifteen repeat offenders involved in child sexual abuse material (CSEAM) activities. The accused, aged between 19 and 50, include an IIT-Kharagpur graduate earning Rs 35 lakh annually and an unemployed engineering graduate with a prior CSEAM case.

Indian Railways has initiated a policy shift by capping wait-listed tickets to a maximum of 25% of available berths in each class, aiming to reduce passenger uncertainty and overcrowding. This decision, implemented following a Railway Board circular, allows zonal railways to determine waitlist limits based on booking and cancellation patterns.

The Gujarat High Court has issued a notice to the Bar Council of India (BCI) following a petition by Urvi Acharya, an LLM graduate, who failed the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) despite its open-book format. Acharya alleges a lack of transparency, as the BCI provided no justification for her failure, even after re-checking.

Amidst escalating conflict in Iran, Kashmiri medical students studying abroad faced harrowing journeys back home. Saba Rasool, a student at Urmia University, recounts the escalating tensions and the eventual evacuation facilitated by the MEA. While grateful for the support, students criticized the J&K administration's reception upon their return, highlighting inadequate transportation arrangements.

Alarmed by dangerously high arsenic levels in the Indus River, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) is launching a large-scale cleanup campaign. Recent tests revealed arsenic levels exceeding those in treated sewage. LAHDC Chairman Tashi Gyalson has directed the formation of flying squads to prevent garbage dumping and sewage discharge.

Mehul Choksi is suing the Indian government and five individuals in London's High Court, alleging his kidnapping from Antigua in 2021 was orchestrated by India's intelligence agency, R&AW, as part of a honeytrap plot to extradite him.

Madhya Pradesh High Court has ruled that WhatsApp chats are admissible as evidence in matrimonial disputes, even if obtained without consent. The court emphasized that while the right to privacy is fundamental, it is not absolute and can be reasonably restricted.

Residents of Yamcha, a village near Nizamabad, Telangana, have bravely prevented over 300 suicide attempts in the past three years, primarily at the Basara bridge, a known suicide hotspot. The villagers, skilled swimmers, vigilantly monitor the river, especially during the monsoon, rescuing individuals driven to desperation by debt and family issues.

The Nilambur byelection's outcome could significantly influence the strained relationship between Congress and Shashi Tharoor, which has been tense since his praise for PM Modi. Tharoor acknowledged differences with party leadership while affirming his loyalty to Congress values and workers. A Congress victory without Tharoor might worsen the divide, whereas a loss could strengthen his position within the party.