New-Look Team India Arrives in UK for Five-Match Test Series Against England
The Indian cricket team, led by newly-appointed skipper Shubman Gill, has arrived in the United Kingdom for a five-match Test series against England, part of the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship. This marks a new era for Indian Test cricket following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The first Test is scheduled to begin on June 20 in Leeds, with matches also in Birmingham, Lord's, Manchester, and The Oval.
Odisha Forms Ministerial Panel for Smooth Conduct of Puri Rath Yatra
The Odisha government has formed a high-level ministerial committee, chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, to ensure the seamless conduct of the upcoming Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri on June 27. The committee will monitor and guide arrangements for the festival, expected to draw around 15 lakh devotees. Preparations for crowd management and the 'Snnan Yatra' (bathing ritual) on June 11 are also underway.
PM Modi Extends Eid-ul-Adha Greetings, Wishes for Harmony and Peace
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the nation on Eid-ul-Adha, expressing hopes that the festival inspires harmony and strengthens peace in society. In a message on X, he wished everyone good health and prosperity. Eid-ul-Adha, a significant Islamic festival, commemorates Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son. Leaders across political parties also shared their greetings, emphasizing unity and well-being for all citizens.
PM Modi Inaugurates World's Highest Rail Bridge in J&K, Boosting Connectivity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the world's highest railway bridge over the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir, standing 359m tall—35m higher than the Eiffel Tower. The 1,315m-long bridge, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link, cost Rs 1,486 crore. He also inaugurated India's first cable-stayed rail bridge, Anji Bridge, and flagged off Vande Bharat trains, significantly enhancing regional connectivity and marking an engineering marvel.
RBI Announces Major Monetary Easing: Repo Rate Cut by 50 BPS, CRR Slashed by 1%
The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee announced significant easing measures, cutting the repo rate by 50 basis points to a three-year low of 5.5%. Additionally, the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) will be slashed by 1% to 3% in four tranches by November 2025, aiming to inject Rs 2.5 lakh crore liquidity into the banking system. These moves are intended to support economic growth and ease borrowing costs.
Bengaluru Stampede: 11 Dead, RCB & Event Officials Arrested After IPL Celebrations
A tragic stampede outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries. Police arrested RCB's Marketing Head Nikhil Sosale and officials from event management firm DNA Entertainment Networks. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah suspended senior police officers and has ordered a judicial inquiry into the incident, citing negligence and lack of permissions.
US Judge Temporarily Halts Trump's Ban on New Foreign Students Attending Harvard
A U.S. federal judge, Allison Burroughs, temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's proclamation that aimed to bar new foreign students from entering the U.S. to attend Harvard University. The court granted a temporary restraining order, citing potential "immediate and irreparable injury" to Harvard. The university argued the ban was retaliatory and lacked valid national security justification, marking a development in an ongoing dispute.
Supreme Court Approves August 3 for NEET-PG 2025 Exam in Single Shift
The Supreme Court has permitted the National Board of Examination (NBE) to conduct the NEET-PG 2025 examination on August 3. Acknowledging the NBE's rationale for needing approximately 1,000 centers to hold the exam in a single shift as per prior court directives, the court found the reasons for the new date bonafide. The apex court emphasized that no further postponements for the postgraduate medical entrance exam would be granted.
Passenger Vehicle Sales Decline 3% in May Amid Cautious Consumer Sentiment
India's passenger vehicle retail sales dropped by 3% year-on-year in May, with 3,02,214 units sold, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The decline is attributed to cautious consumer sentiment, delayed purchases in border states due to India-Pakistan conflict worries, and softer demand for entry-level cars compounded by financing challenges. In contrast, two-wheeler sales saw a 7% increase during the same period.
Sikkim Landslide: Rescue Operations Continue for Stranded Tourists; Army Affected
Rescue efforts resumed in North Sikkim to evacuate tourists stranded in Chaten following a severe landslide. While 63 tourists were airlifted by helicopter on Thursday, 64 still awaited rescue. The landslide, which struck a military camp on June 1, tragically resulted in three army personnel deaths and six missing. Operations by the army and local administration are ongoing, dependent on weather conditions and challenging terrain.
Fatal Shooting in Haryana's Pinjore: One Dead, Another Injured Near Mall
One man was fatally shot and his accomplice critically injured after unidentified assailants opened fire near Amaravati Mall in Pinjore, Haryana. The incident occurred late Thursday night. Police have registered a case and are investigating the motive behind the attack, which has raised public safety concerns in the area. The deceased was identified as a local resident around 30 years old.
Malayalam Actor Shine Tom Chacko Injured, Father Dies in Tragic Road Accident
Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was injured and his father, C.P. Chacko, died in a tragic road accident on the Salem-Bengaluru National Highway. Their family car reportedly rammed into the rear of a lorry while traveling from Thrissur to Bengaluru. Shine Tom Chacko is currently receiving medical treatment. The film fraternity has expressed condolences over the untimely demise.
ED Raids Actor Dino Morea's Mumbai Residence in Mithi River Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at actor Dino Morea's Mumbai residence. This action is reportedly in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged irregularities concerning the Mithi River rejuvenation project. Further details regarding the specific allegations against the actor or any findings from the raid were not immediately available from the provided source due to access restrictions on the article's content.
US Vetoes UN Security Council Resolution for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire
The United States vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and unrestricted humanitarian aid. Fourteen of the 15 council members supported the resolution. The US action drew widespread criticism, with China calling it an abuse of veto power that dims hope for Gazans. The resolution also called for the unconditional release of all hostages held by Hamas and other groups, and lifting all aid restrictions.
Bengaluru Stampede: 11 Dead; Govt to Form New SOP, HC Takes Cognisance
Following a tragic stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB's IPL victory celebrations that killed 11 and injured over 50, the Karnataka government will formulate a new SOP for mega events. The High Court has taken suo motu cognisance, seeking a report. A magisterial inquiry is ordered; CM Siddaramaiah cited overcrowding. Police registered Unnatural Death Cases, and a complaint has named the CM and Deputy CM over the incident.