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Union Minister Singh also noted that India's successful landing near the Moon's south pole had strengthened public interest in science, while earlier discoveries by Indian lunar missions had helped identify evidence of water molecules on the Moon.

Indonesia is an important partner of India in the Southeast Asian region and overall ties, including in trade and investment between the two sides, have been on an upswing in the last few years.

Israel has announced plans to install a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, calling it a gesture of cultural respect and friendship. The initiative aims to strengthen India–Israel ties and promote shared historical values.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian women’s football team after its 3-1 victory over Bangladesh in the SAFF Women’s Championship final, securing a record-extending sixth title with an unbeaten campaign.

Mumbai's seven lakes supplying drinking water hold 13.55% capacity as of June 7, 2026, higher than previous years but several lakes show declining levels amid no recent rainfall.

Maharashtra has welcomed the southwest monsoon, but officials warn that rainfall is unlikely to be sufficient for widespread sowing before June 15.

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a new bullet train corridor connecting New Delhi to Siliguri, boosting connectivity to Northeast India and reducing travel time drastically.

A total of 156 persons, including 107 men and 49 women, were found at the venue. Three of them were below 21 years of age, he said.

Elon Musk has raised concerns over India’s declining fertility rate, now below replacement level at 1.9. He warned of long-term economic and workforce impacts as population ageing and shrinking family sizes reshape demographics.

A fire broke out at Kuber Apartment in Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai, injuring four people and rescuing ten. Firefighters from nearby areas controlled the blaze on Saturday evening.

Chef Vishnu Manohar cooked 3,000 kg of Nagpur’s iconic Tarri Poha on World Poha Day in a record attempt aimed at promoting the city’s food culture globally. The dish was later distributed free to visitors at the venue.

The searches were carried out on Friday at premises linked to senior Haryana cadre public servants and Noida-based Vipam Consultancy Pvt Ltd and its director as part of an ongoing probe.

The IMD has issued a red alert for six Kerala districts amid intense rainfall triggered by a cyclonic circulation. As flooding and disruptions continue, the southwest monsoon has advanced into Maharashtra and is expected to reach Delhi later this month.

LPG cylinder price in Delhi increased to Rs 942 from Rs 913, following a prior Rs 60 hike due to Middle East conflict disrupting energy supplies.

The decision follows extensive consultations with major edible oil industry associations representing nearly 90% of the country's edible oil sector.

NTA said viral claims of a NEET-UG 2026 re-exam paper leak are fabricated, warns of legal action against fraudsters targeting students and parents.

Anthropic said partner organisations are those for which a successful cyberattack could have far-reaching ramifications, potentially affecting more than 100 million people in some cases.

Khan Sir's lawyer has alleged a conspiracy behind the FIR and said the educator will seek anticipatory bail in the Patna court.

Rajasthan Police busted an interstate child trafficking network, arrested five people and rescued 10 girls allegedly trafficked using forged Aadhaar cards.

Army, CRPF and J&K Police pressed on with Operation Sherawali in Rajouri as the anti-terror mission entered its 14th consecutive day.