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Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday meets French Economy Minister to discusses progress of EU FTA negotiations.

"Held a productive meeting with @Eric_R_Lombard, French Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty. Exchanged views on deepening our economic partnership, enhancing trade & investments with a special focus on technology and innovation across key sectors. Also discussed the progress of the India-EU FTA negotiations. Looking forward to stronger India-France economic ties," he shared on his X profile.

Held a productive meeting with @Eric_R_Lombard, French Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty.

Exchanged views on deepening our economic partnership, enhancing trade & investments with a special focus on technology and innovation across key sectors.… pic.twitter.com/pZK2IlyyBa

— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) June 2, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend upcoming G7 summit in Canada's Alberta province, as per PTI report.

Canada is hosting the summit from June 15 to 17 that is expected to deliberate on pressing challenges facing the globe including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the situation in West Asia.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of the Union Council of Ministers on Wednesday, the first after India's punitive military action against Pakistan under Operation Sindoor launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.

Flood-like situation at Jorhat's Nimati Ghat as river Brahmaputra continues to overflow, local water ferry services in the area disrupted on Monday.

#WATCH | Assam | Flood-like situation at Jorhat's Nimati Ghat as river Brahmaputra continues to overflow, local water ferry services in the area disrupted pic.twitter.com/k0j2CkOURb

— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025

Three soldiers killed, six missing; over 1,600 tourists evacuated said Sikkim DGP Akshay Sachdeva.

"Today, the rescue operation for tourists stranded in Lachung began. A total of 1,678 tourists are being safely evacuated, along with 284 vehicles and 16 bikers. We take immense satisfaction in ensuring their safety," Sachdeva told PTI.

"Speaking with the tourists, we were heartened by their kind words and appreciation for the dedication and support shown by our police personnel," he said.

VIDEO | Sikkim landslides: Three soldiers killed, six missing; over 1,600 tourists evacuated.

Sikkim DGP Akshay Sachdeva said, "Today, the rescue operation for tourists stranded in Lachung began. A total of 1,678 tourists are being safely evacuated, along with 284 vehicles and… pic.twitter.com/wh885ngyyv

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 2, 2025

India has a market for aviation sector, talent for technology and innovators, open and supportive policy said PM Modi at IATA AGM on Monday.

India is pioneering in drone technology, said PM Modi addressing global aviation CEOs on Monday.

India is a growing leader in the global space of Aviation, said PM Modi at the AGM of IATA on Monday. "India is the world's third largest Aviation Market," he further said.

"We have to take Indian Aviation sector to newer and greater heights," he said. "India is working on a futuristic roadmap."

India's Aviation Sector is a key player in the global Air transport industry said Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the AGM of IATA on Monday.

Udan 2.0 is going to connect 120 destinations and serving 4 crore passengers annually in the coming years, said said Union Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu at the AGM of IATA on Monday.

"We are fast emerging as a strategic connector, a bridge between regions, economies and supply chains. Domestic traffic surged 130%, and in April traffic grew 10%, outpacing global rate of 8%," he said.

India stands tall as the leader of global economy with its worth exceeding $4 trillion by becoming world's fourth largest economy, said Union Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu at the AGM of IATA on Monday.

The flood situation in Assam remained grim on Monday with the water levels rising in many parts of the state, officials told PTI.

The India Meteorological Department's Regional Meteorological Centre in Guwahati has said that moderate rainfall is very likely to occur at most places of Assam, while heavy to very heavy rainfall has been predicted at a few places and extremely heavy rainfall in isolated places.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets Bernard Fontana, Chairman & CEO of EDF in Paris on Monday.

#WATCH | Paris, France: Union Minister Piyush Goyal meets Bernard Fontana - Chairman & CEO of EDF in Paris. pic.twitter.com/fB63OkHhqA

— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauds Indian athletics performance at the recently held 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea.

"India is proud of our contingent for their stupendous performance at the recently held 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea. The hardwork and determination of every athlete were clearly visible throughout the tournament. Best wishes to the athletes for their future endeavours," shared Modi on his X account.

India is proud of our contingent for their stupendous performance at the recently held 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea. The hardwork and determination of every athlete were clearly visible throughout the tournament. Best wishes to the athletes for their future… pic.twitter.com/VB8VXIFy7L

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 2, 2025

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal meets Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo In Paris on Monday.

"Held a meeting with Luca de Meo, CEO of @RenaultGroup. Exchanged views on India’s growing potential as an automobile manufacturing hub, along with emerging opportunities in the EV sector," he shared on his X profile.

Held a meeting with Mr. Luca de Meo, CEO of @RenaultGroup.

Exchanged views on India’s growing potential as an automobile manufacturing hub, along with emerging opportunities in the EV sector. pic.twitter.com/YWQgrfSBnL

— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) June 2, 2025

"This visit (by the Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios) comes soon after the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister Modi expressed his deep appreciation to Paraguay for its strong condemnation of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, as well as for the sincere condolences and solidarity expressed with the people and the Government of India," said P Kumaran, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs said while addressed a press conference on Monday.

"Both leaders unequivocally condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations. On behalf of the Paraguayan people, President Peña expressed his deep solidarity with the victims and families of the terrorist attack," he said.

VIDEO | Delhi: While addressing a presser, P Kumaran, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs said, "This visit (by the Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios) comes soon after the barbaric terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Prime Minister Modi expressed… pic.twitter.com/dtEuHeskkI

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 2, 2025

P Kumaran, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs said while addressed a press conference on Monday.

"On the invitation of PM Narendra Modi, the Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios came is on a state visit to India from 2nd to 4th June. This is his first visit to India, and it is only the second visit from a President of Paraguay to India. The last visit was in 2012 by the 10th President. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising Ministers, MPs, Governor of a province, and senior officials," he said.

VIDEO | Delhi: Here’s what P Kumaran, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs said while addressing a press conference,

“On the invitation of PM Narendra Modi, the Paraguay President Santiago Peña Palacios came is on a state visit to India from 2nd to 4th June. This is… pic.twitter.com/1kTbZeX0RD

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 2, 2025

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced on Monday that India to establish Joint Commission Mechanism between India and Paraguay

"Concluded an MoU with FM @rramirezlezcano for establishment of Joint Commission Mechanism (JCM) between India and Paraguay. A significant step in widening our dialogue and cooperation," he shared on his X profile.

Concluded an MoU with FM @rramirezlezcano for establishment of Joint Commission Mechanism (JCM) between India and Paraguay.

A significant step in widening our dialogue and cooperation.

🇮🇳 🇵🇾 pic.twitter.com/rzHt3BchYN

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 2, 2025

South African batter Heinrich Klaasen announces retirement from international cricket.

At least three persons died and six security personnel went missing after a landslide hit a military camp at Chhaten in Sikkim, a defence official said on Monday.

STORY | 3 army personnel dead, 6 soldiers missing as landslide hits military camp in Sikkim

READ: https://t.co/LYCDnFwKzR pic.twitter.com/imMVCoOg8O

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 2, 2025

Thundersquall with wind speed reaching (50-60kmph) very likely at isolated places over Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and West Uttar Pradesh, according to IMD.

Multi Hazard Warning (02.06.2025)

Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall very likely at isolated places over Arunachal Pradesh, Assam & Meghalaya and Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura.

Heavy Rainfall very likely at isolated places over East Rajasthan, Kerala & Mahe and Sub Himalayan… pic.twitter.com/kOmgFx9XGL

— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) June 2, 2025

An unknown vehicle crashed into a car near Narayanpur village, in which two people were killed and five injured, PTI reported.

It further added that, the incident occurred at around 2 am when an unknown vehicle rammed into a car part of a wedding procession from Kalpi to Devgaon in Sumerpu.

• Sees Dust Storms Over Parts Of West Rajasthan Till June 5

• Sees Heavy Rainfall Over Parts Of East Rajasthan Till June 3

• Sees Heavy Rain Over Parts Of Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana On June 3

• Sees Very Heavy Rain Continuing Over Northeast India On June 4

(Source: IMD)

"I am sure that your visit will provide new strength to the pillars of mutual trust, trade and close cooperation. It will also add new dimensions to India-Latin America relations," PM Modi said during bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios.

"Last year, I participated in the CARICOM Summit in Guyana, where we discussed increasing cooperation on many subjects. We can work together with Paraguay and all Latin American countries in all these areas," he added.

#WATCH | Delhi: During the bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios, PM Modi says "I am sure that your visit will provide new strength to the pillars of mutual trust, trade and close cooperation. It will also add new dimensions to India-Latin America… pic.twitter.com/laZabTRXDy

— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025

"India and Paraguay stand shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism. There is immense potential for cooperation to fight common challenges like cybercrime, organised crime, and drug trafficking. India and Paraguay are an integral part of the Global South," PM Modi said during bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios on Monday.

"Our hopes, aspirations and challenges are similar, so we can deal with these challenges effectively by learning from each other's experiences. We are satisfied that during the Covid pandemic, we were able to share the vaccine made in India with the people of Paraguay," he said.

#WATCH | Delhi: During the bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios, PM Modi says "India and Paraguay stand shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism. There is immense potential for cooperation to fight common challenges like cybercrime,… pic.twitter.com/x5PFWWVGMX

— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025

"Your visit to India is historic," PM Modi said this during bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios on Monday.

"This is the second visit of the President of Paraguay to India. You are visiting not only Delhi but Mumbai as well. This clearly reflects your commitment to mutual relations. I believe that through mutual cooperation, we will pave the way for shared prosperity," he said as per ANI.

"We have new opportunities for cooperation in areas like digital technology, critical minerals, energy, agriculture, health, defence, railways and space," he noted.

#WATCH | Delhi: During the bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios, PM Modi says "Your visit to India is historic. This is the second visit of the President of Paraguay to India. You are visiting not only Delhi but Mumbai as well. This clearly… pic.twitter.com/XAyE0935ej

— ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President of Paraguay Santiago Peña at the Hyderabad House ahead of their deliberations on Monday.

🇮🇳-🇵🇾| Towards a new momentum in bilateral relationship.

PM @narendramodi welcomed President @SantiPenap of Paraguay at the Hyderabad House ahead of their deliberations. pic.twitter.com/vPqcS7SXcb

— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) June 2, 2025

Government hikes silver base import price to $1,080 per kg from $1,065 per kg.

Government hikes gold base import price to $1,067/10 gm from $1,028/10 gm.

Government notifies guidelines on Electronic Vehicle promotion plans on Monday.

A fire broke out in a call centre in Delhi's Chhatarpur area, prompting authorities to rush four fire tenders, PTI reported.

The Reserve Bank of India announced that 98.26% of Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned. This high return rate indicates successful compliance with the RBI's directive to withdraw these notes from circulation.

36 year old Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announces ODI retirement

Source: PTI

Members of Telangana's first family are conspicuously absent at the celebration of Telangana Statehood Day in Hyderabad.

All schools in Mizoram were closed for third day on Monday due to heavy rain, which caused landslides, mudslides, rockfalls, and waterlogging in various parts of the state, PTI reported.

Rajiv Shukla succeeds Roger Binny to become new BBCI president on Monday, as reported by NDTV.

HSBC India May Manufacturing PMI came at 57.6 in May versus 58.2 in April signaling the rate of growth has slowed down a bit from April to May.

Reigning world champion D Gukesh beat Magnus Carlsen as he pounced on a blunder by the world no.1 to defeat him for the first time in a classical game in Round 6 of Norway Chess.

More than 19,000 people have been affected by floods in Manipur caused by overflowing rivers and breaches in embankments, officials said on Monday.

(Source: PTI)

An all-party delegation led by NCP MP Supriya Sule has reached Egypt to present India’s stance on zero tolerance against terrorism.

Bajaj Auto May Data (YoY)

• Total exports up 22% at 1.6 lakh units

• Total sales up 8% at 3.8 lakh units

• Total domestic sales flat at 2.3 lakh units

• Total commercial vehicle sales up 5% at 52,251 units

• Total 2-wheeler sales up 9% at 3.3 lakh units

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In a suspected terror attack, six people were injured after a man began "setting people on fire" at a mall in Boulder, Colorado.

This happened during a peaceful event supporting Israeli hostages. The group, which meets regularly for walks in the area, was in the midst of their gathering when the incident happened.

Ukraine executed one of its most largest drone operations against Russia, targeting five air bases deep within Russian territory, NDTV reported.

Russia said several of its aircraft "caught fire" in the attacks. "As a result of the launch of FPV drones from territories in the close proximity to military airfields in the Murmansk and Irkutsk Regions, several aircraft caught fire. The fires were extinguished," the Russian defence ministry said in a statement.