Future conflicts will span multiple domains including land, sea, air, cyberspace, and cognitive warfare, Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan stated at the inauguration of a defence manufacturing complex in Shirdi. He emphasized that technological advancements like AI and drones are reshaping battlefields, which will extend beyond geographical limits into digital realms.
Senior BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad criticized Rahul Gandhi, stating the Congress will continue to decline under his leadership. Prasad accused Gandhi of making «shameful remarks against India» abroad and questioned his understanding of issues. These comments were made at a BJP training camp in Patna, which also featured discussions on party history and government coordination.
The Delhi High Court strongly criticized the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) for its stance on Vinesh Phogat's Olympic 2024 disqualification, calling it a «national shame.» The court vowed to ensure Phogat's participation in upcoming Asian Games trials, deeming WFI's selection policy «absolutely retrograde» and potentially discriminatory.
Following Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari's Delhi visit, the Centre has approved Rs 39,000 crore for West Bengal's water resources ministry schemes. Prime Minister Modi pledged support for central projects and economic development, aiming to boost welfare initiatives like Ayushman Bharat and rural employment. Discussions also covered border security with Home Minister Amit Shah.
Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Dipke reported his Instagram and other social media accounts were hacked, days after his satirical campaign went viral. The movement, inspired by remarks allegedly made by the Chief Justice of India, gained significant traction online. Dipke had previously claimed to have received death threats.
A local BRS leader, Chinthalapadi Madhu, was discovered deceased inside a gunny bag near Yerkaram stage in Suryapet district. Police suspect foul play, with the 42-year-old reportedly murdered before his body was abandoned. Madhu had a prior murder case from 2008. Authorities are investigating and searching for the perpetrators.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced sharp criticism from Congress for a third fuel price hike in ten days, with the party labeling him «Mehengai Man» Modi. Accusations claim the government prioritizes oil companies over citizens, raising petrol and diesel prices again. This move, impacting ordinary people, contrasts with global relief efforts, sparking concerns about benefiting capitalists.
Congress MP Vivek Tankha has alerted the government to soaring airfares impacting Indian workers in the Gulf. He urged ministers to make travel affordable for the summer vacation period, citing that current fixed travel allowances are insufficient. Millions of families are now unable to reunite annually due to the doubled costs, creating a significant economic burden.
India successfully test-fired its short-range ballistic missile, Agni-1, from Chandipur, Odisha. The Strategic Forces Command oversaw the launch, which validated all operational and technical parameters. This successful test underscores the nation's robust defense capabilities, as Agni 1 to 4 missiles, with ranges up to 3,500 km, are already deployed.
Biennial elections for 26 Rajya Sabha seats will be held on June 18, with the BJP-led NDA expected to lose one seat. The Congress-led opposition could see its tally improve to five seats. The elections will cover 12 states, with bypolls also scheduled for Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
In India's democracy, fractured election mandates often shift power to governors, who become arbiters of government formation. The recent Tamil Nadu election saw actor-turned-politician Vijay's party emerge as the single largest, but the governor's discretion in inviting him to form the government sparked debate over constitutional conventions and political arithmetic.
The Supreme Court has assured three academics that harsh remarks against them in a previous order will be deleted. These remarks stemmed from a Class 8 NCERT chapter on judicial corruption. The court clarified its concern was the chapter's content, not the individuals, emphasizing the need for balanced academic discussions on the judiciary while respecting constitutional frameworks.
Mount Everest, often a site of triumph, turned somber as two Indian climbers, Arun Kumar Tiwari and Sandeep Are, tragically lost their lives while descending from its peak. Reports confirmed their deaths on Friday, with experts suggesting extreme fatigue was to blame.
