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Economy

India's Standoff with WhatsApp Over Username Feature Sparks Debate on Digital Privacy and Law Enforcement

India has paused WhatsApp’s username feature over concerns about cybercrime investigations, reigniting debate on digital privacy, state surveillance, and the need for clear laws on …

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Science & Tech

Gujarat's Initiative for Region-Specific Antivenom: Implications for Snakebite Treatment in India

Gujarat has begun producing a region-specific antivenom using local snake venoms, aiming to improve treatment outcomes. Research shows venom composition varies across regions, challenging the …

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Economy

Ethanol Blending in Petrol: Technical Impact and Policy Roadmap for India

Ethanol blending up to E20 has negligible impact on vehicle performance, and E25 requires further testing. India must adopt a multi-technology approach to reduce fossil …

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Economy

Government Raises Export Duties on Diesel and Jet Fuel

The finance ministry raised export duties on diesel to Rs 14 per litre and on jet fuel (ATF) to Rs 12.5 per litre, while keeping …

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Economy

World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%

The World Bank raised India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.6%, a small 0.1 point upgrade, even as it cut projections for many other large economies. …

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Economy

India's Merchandise Exports Rise 18% in May; Trade Deficit Widens to $28.21 Billion

India's merchandise exports rose 18% in May 2026 to $45.20 billion, led by engineering goods, petroleum products and electronics. But because imports grew faster on …

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Economy

India's Unemployment Rate Climbs to an 11-Month High of 5.5% in May

India's unemployment rate rose to an 11-month high of 5.5% in May 2026 from 5.2% in April, driven mainly by higher rural joblessness. Labour force …

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Economy

Wholesale Inflation Surges to 9.68% in May 2026

India's wholesale inflation rose to a series high of 9.68% in May 2026, up from 8.26% in April, driven by costly fuel, crude, chemicals and …

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International Relations

India and Slovakia Elevate Ties to a Comprehensive Partnership

On 15 June 2026, India and Slovakia elevated ties to a comprehensive partnership during PM Modi's visit to Bratislava, signing agreements on defence, labour mobility, …

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International Relations

US-Iran Ceasefire and the Reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

On 15 June 2026, the US and Iran agreed on a framework peace deal that extends their ceasefire by about 60 days and reopens the …

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Polity & Governance

Supreme Court Flags Banks Casual Approach and Harassment of Small Borrowers

The Supreme Court criticised the State Bank of India and banks in general for being demanding with small borrowers while being casual with very large …

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Polity & Governance

UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 Result Declared: 13,343 Qualify for Mains

The UPSC has declared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 result, shortlisting 13,343 candidates for the Main Examination. The prelims were held on 24 May …

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Environment

Heatwaves and Ozone Together Raise India's Cardiac Deaths, Study Finds

A study published on 12 June 2026 finds that heatwaves push surface ozone to dangerous levels across India, adding hundreds of heart and lung deaths …

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Science & Tech

Scientists Publish First Global Map of Underground Mycorrhizal Fungi

Researchers have published the first global map of underground arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, the soil networks that partner with plant roots. The study shows these fungi …

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Social Issues

NCRB Crime in India 2024 Report: Key Findings

The NCRB released its Crime in India 2024 report, showing an overall fall in conventional crime but a sharp rise in cybercrime. This summary explains …

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Economy

RBI Issues Master Directions on Authorisation to Operate a Payment System

The RBI has issued consolidated Master Directions on the authorisation needed to operate a payment system, effective immediately. Issued under the Payment and Settlement Systems …

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Economy

Government Approves Regulations for E100 Ethanol Fuel

On June 14, 2026, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari announced approval of rules for E100, or 100 percent ethanol fuel, in vehicles. The step aims …

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