THE HEADLINES:-
- Supreme Court directs all High Courts to pronounce judgement within 3 months of reserving order.
- Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures strict action against examination mafias and protection for deserving students.
- PM Surya Ghar scheme achieves major milestone as 40 lakh households embrace rooftop solar.
- IMD predicts “below-normal” monsoon rainfall over country and “above-normal” heat wave conditions in several states during June.
- Indian sprinter Nipam wins Bronze in Women’s 100 meter at Under-20 Asian Athletics Championships in Hong Kong.
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The Supreme Court today directed all High Courts across the country to pronounce judgments within three months of reserving them. We have a report:
“The Apex Court also noted that delays in the delivery of judgments can cause irreparable harm to litigants. Underlining that faster decisions are required in cases of personal liberty, a bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Baghchi said that orders in bail applications should be pronounced the same day, and if they are reserved, they must be pronounced and uploaded the next day. Issuing a slew of directions, the top court said that order of bail or sentence suspension should be communicated to the jail authorities as soon as it is pronounced and the under-trial convict should be released preferably the same day or at most the next day. JIGYASA PANDEY, AKASHVANI NEWS, DELHI.”
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Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan today said that the incident of paper leak was extremely unfortunate and should not have happened. In an exclusive interview with DD News, Mr Pradhan assured that the re-examination process will be conducted in a proper and systematic manner, without any errors. He also appealed for everyone’s cooperation in carrying out the task smoothly.
Addressing students, Mr Pradhan assured them that the Government understands their concerns and acknowledged that their trust had been breached. He said the authorities had taken a tough decision because they did not want even a single deserving student’s future to fall into the hands of examination mafias or become a victim of irregularities. Emphasizing quality and transparency, he said the decision was taken to maintain fairness in the examination system.
The Minister reassured that every possible effort is being made to conduct an error-free examination amid growing concerns surrounding the examination process.
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The Delhi Government will provide free travel in all Delhi Trasnport Corporation (DTC) buses to the appearing candidates for NEET (UG) 2026 examination, which is scheduled on 21st of the next month. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that candidates can travel free in the DTC buses upon presentation of a valid admit card. She added that no student should face inconvenience on a day that holds such importance for their future.
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India has marked a historic milestone in its clean energy journey. Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi today said that 40 lakh households have now been empowered with rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar scheme. He added that more than a renewable energy initiative, this transformative scheme is turning citizens from power consumers to power producers. The scheme is also enabling families to reduce electricity expenses, benefit from government subsidies and move towards zero electricity bills.
The Minister highlighted that with every solar-powered home, the country moves closer towards energy security, environmental sustainability and the vision of a self-reliant Viksit Bharat.
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Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh today said India has emerged as a stronger economy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the textile sector is achieving rapid growth through reforms and policy support. During his two-day visit to Andhra Pradesh, the Minister visited Mohan Spintex Company at Mallavalli Industrial Park in Krishna district. He said India’s textile market is currently valued at over 15 lakh crore rupees and the government is working to increase it beyond 25 lakh crore rupees by 2030.
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Science and Technology Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated India’s first integrated next-generation aviation weather and fog monitoring system – SkyCast at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, under the flagship Mission Mausam. Addressing a press conference, Dr Singh said that the new system aims to strengthen airport weather monitoring and fog forecasting. He said, SkyCast has been developed to support safer, more efficient, and weather-resilient air transportation operations, particularly during dense winter fog and rapidly changing weather conditions.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in its annual report released today, stated that robust macroeconomic fundamentals will support the growth trajectory of the Indian economy in the current fiscal year despite headwinds from elevated energy prices, supply chain disruptions and global market volatility. According to the report, healthy balance sheets of the corporate and banking sectors, along with the government’s continued thrust on capital expenditure, bode well for India’s strong growth trajectory. More from our Mumbai Correspondent:
“The RBI, in its Annual Report for 2025-26, noted that geopolitical risk has re-emerged as the dominant drag on global growth in 2026, adding that the adverse impact of the outbreak of the conflict in West Asia at the end of February 2026 is reflected in forecasts for global growth and inflation. Moreover, the implementation of various trade agreements with key trading partners would provide further momentum to India’s growth, the report said. India remained the fastest-growing major economy, expanding at 7.6 per cent during 2025-26, compared to 7.1 per cent a year ago, supported by strong domestic consumption, sustained investment, proactive policy initiatives and sound macroeconomic fundamentals. The report further stated that the outlook for the agriculture sector in 2026-27 remains contingent upon the progress and distribution of the South-West monsoon. It also said inflation in 2026-27 is likely to remain aligned with the target due to adequate foodgrain stocks, sufficient reservoir levels and stable agricultural prospects despite possible El Nino conditions and above-normal summer temperatures. Ankita Apte, Akashvani News, Mumbai.”
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today asserted that Humility, forgiveness, and noble conduct are the true ornaments of personality. Sharing a sanskrit quote, Mr Modi said that along with these qualities, countrymen are steadfastly engaged today in the fulfillment of the resolve for a developed India.
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The Government has refuted a deep fake video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with fabricated claims related to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and remarks about Iran-US mediation. The fact check unit of the Press Information Bureau (PIB) has claimed that the video is digitally altered and AI generated. PIB noted that the video is being circulated by Pakistani propaganda accounts and reiterated that Mr Modi has not made any such statements.
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Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot today accepted the resignation of the outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Bengaluru and dissolved the council of ministers with immediate effect. However he has been asked to continue in office as Caretaker CM until alternative arrangements are made. He has also been asked, not to take any Executive decisions during this period.
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Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan has stressed the need to adopt Bhakti and meditation to attain inner and global peace. Addressing the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Art of Living Foundation International Center in Bengaluru today, he said Bhakti signifies dedication towards oneself, family, society, the nation and humanity as a whole. He said Bhakti inspires people to live in harmony with others and with themselves. Quoting the teachings of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, he said the art of living lies in embracing change and enjoying every moment of life. He added that Dhyan, Gyan and Gaan enrich both life and personality.
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Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has congratulated the Government of Odisha, Intel and 3DGS on signing a Memorandum of Understanding to bring substrate manufacturing technology to India. Mr Vaishnaw said this will further advance the semiconductor ecosystem in India.
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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar today paid tribute to United Nations Peacekeepers serving across the world on the International Day of UN Peacekeepers. In a social media post, Dr Jaishankar lauded the brave women and men serving under UN Peacekeeping missions for their steadfast commitment to preserving global peace and security.
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Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tributes to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh on his death anniversary today. In a social media post, the Vice President said that the former Prime Minister was a visionary leader and a tireless advocate for farmers who dedicated his life to the welfare of the agrarian community and the upliftment of rural India.
The Lok Sabha speaker underlined that the entire life of the former Prime Minister was dedicated to the upliftment of the country’s farmers, laborers, and villages.
Mr Shah also noted that Bharat Ratna Chaudhary Charan Singh played a pivotal role in strengthening democratic values from the freedom struggle to the Emergency period.
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At least six workers were killed after an under-construction bridge collapsed during a late-night storm in Hamirpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The bridge, which stretches from Morakandar to Kandaur village, was being built over the Betwa River. The incident took place last night at around 2 AM, when some workers were standing under a hydra machine amid rain. NDRF and SDRF started rescue work and operations are still underway.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted “below-normal” monsoon rainfall over the country and “above-normal” heat wave conditions in several states during June. Addressing the media, Director General of IMD, Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said the average rainfall in the country during the month of June is most likely to be below normal. He said during the period only some parts of the country including northwest, northeast and south peninsula are expected to witness normal or above normal rainfall. He further informed that during June, above normal maximum temperatures are likely to prevail across most parts of the country. Mr Mohapatra added that during the month of June above normal heat wave conditions are expected over many parts of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Gujarat.
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Onto sports, at the 2026 Asian U20 Athletics Championships, stellar results were recorded in multiple track and field events involving Indian athletes. In the women’s 100 meters, Nipam won the bronze medal with a timing of 11.62 seconds. She became the first Indian woman in 25 years to win a medal in this event at the championships.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN:-
- Supreme Court directs all High Courts to pronounce judgement within 3 months of reserving order.
- Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures strict action against examination mafias and protection for
deserving students. - PM Surya Ghar scheme achieves major milestone as 40 lakh households embrace rooftop solar.
- IMD predicts “below-normal” monsoon rainfall over country and “above-normal” heat wave conditions in several states during June.
- Indian sprinter Nipam wins Bronze in Women’s 100 meter at Under-20 Asian Athletics Championships in Hong Kong.
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