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15 Jun 2026
20 articlesIndia'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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
US-Iran Peace Deal: What It Means for India's Economy
A US-Iran peace understanding is set to reopen normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, easing global crude prices. For oil-importing India, this could lower …
Dhakas Padma Barrage and South Asias Changing Water Map
Bangladesh has approved the Padma barrage on the Ganga, known there as the Padma, to manage seasonal water scarcity for about 6.5 crore people. Located …
India-France Strategic Convergence Driven by Technology
India and France are deepening their Special Global Strategic Partnership through technology, AI and innovation. PM Modi and President Macron met around the G7 Summit …
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, …
Six Years After Galwan: A Militarised LAC and a Redefined India-China Relationship
15 June 2026 marked six years since the Galwan clash that killed 20 Indian soldiers. The LAC is now heavily militarised, with about 50,000 troops …
Three Indian Sailors Killed in Strike on Oil Tanker in the Gulf of Oman
Three Indian sailors were killed in a US strike on the oil tanker MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. India protested strongly and summoned …
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 …
Why India Prohibits Prenatal Sex Determination: The PCPNDT Act
On 11 June 2026, the Supreme Court dismissed a Maharashtra doctor's appeal in a case under the PCPNDT Act, 1994. The court reviewed the law's …
Supreme Court Recognises the Economic Value of Homemakers Unpaid Work
The Supreme Court has created a new head of compensation called loss of domestic care, recognising the economic value of unpaid work done by homemakers. …
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 …
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 …
India's Dengue Vaccine DengiAll Under Scrutiny After Deaths in Brazil
After two deaths suspended Brazil's dengue vaccination drive on 8 June 2026, attention has turned to India's similar vaccine, DengiAll. A separate study has meanwhile …