THE HEADLINES::

 

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi today.

 

2. Notification for biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats from ten states to be issued this morning.

 

3. Centre to launch month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan to promote judicious use of fertilisers from Raisen District in Madhya Pradesh.

 

4. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari to expand his Cabinet this morning with induction of 35 new ministers.

 

5. Renowned singer Suman Kalyanpur passes away in Mumbai.

 

6. In Cricket, Royal Challengers Bengaluru win second consecutive IPL title beating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in final match at Ahmedabad.

 

 

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold discussions with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi today. The talks will be held on further strengthening the historical and civilisational ties between the two countries. The entire gamut of relations between Myanmar and India, including security and connectivity, will come up for discussions during the talks.

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval called on the visiting dignitary in New Delhi yesterday evening. President Hlaing also addressed Myanmar-India Business Forum.

The Myanmar President will also travel to Mumbai tomorrow for business and industry interactions and site visits.

 

“The President of Myanmar will meet President Droupadi Murmu today evening at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He is also scheduled to visit to the Light and the Lotus: Relics of the awakened one Exhibition at Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in the national capital. The exhibition is showcasing the revered Sacred Piprahwa Relics associated with Gautama Buddha along with significant associated antiquities. Myanmar lies at the confluence of India’s Neighborhood First, Act East and MAHASAGAR policies. The official visit of President U Min Aung Hlaing to India is expected to further strengthen and deepen the multi-faceted relations between the two countries. With SUPARNA, ANUPAM MISHRA, AKASHVANI NEWS, DELHI.”

 

 

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The notification for biennial elections to 24 seats of the Rajya Sabha from ten States will be issued today. Four seats each in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat and Karnataka, three seats each in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, two seats in Jharkhand, and one seat each in Manipur, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram will go to polls. Former Prime Minister and JD(S) leader H. D. Devegowda, Union Ministers and BJP leaders George Kurian and Ravneet Singh, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge are among the members who are completing their terms this month.

 

 

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Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will launch the Khet Bachao Abhiyan from Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh today. The month long campaign will continue till 30^th of June.

 

“This campaign aims to protect farmland and make farmers aware of scientific farming. Agriculture universities, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Krishi Vigyan Kendras and public representatives will all take part in this campaign. Farmers will be given information on soil testing, Soil Health Cards, natural farming, balanced use of fertilisers and water conservation. They will also be made aware of how to identify fake fertilisers, seeds and pesticides. During the campaign, benefits of government schemes like PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, Crop Insurance Scheme, Kisan Credit Card and farm mechanisation will also be taken to the farmers. Abhinav Goel, Akashvani, Bhopal.”

 

 

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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will expand his Cabinet today. Thirty-five new ministers will be inducted into the Council of Ministers. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at Lok Bhavan at 11 AM. The fresh inductions will significantly scale up the Adhikari administration, which took charge on 9th May with a core team of five cabinet ministers. With this expansion, the total strength of the state cabinet will rise to 41, strictly keeping within the constitutionally mandated 15 percent limit for the 294-member West Bengal Assembly.

 

 

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles will co-chair the second India-Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in New Delhi today. The Ministry of Defence said that during the dialogue, discussions will focus on strengthening defence and security cooperation, enhancing military interoperability and industry collaboration including co-development and co-production opportunities.

 

 

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Renowned singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away at her residence in Mumbai yesterday. She was 89. Let’s dive into her melodious career with this report from our Correspondent:

 

“Born on 28 January 1937 in Dhaka, then part of British India and now in Bangladesh, Suman Kalyanpur made her Hindi film debut in the mid-1950s and went on to record hundreds of songs with legendary composers and singers, especially Mohammed Rafi. Her most popular songs include “Aajkal Tere Mere Pyaar Ke Charche”, “Na Na Karte Pyaar” and “Tumne Pukara Aur Hum Chale Aaye”. She also made a significant contribution to Marathi music. A notable aspect of Suman Kalyanpur’s career was that her voice closely resembled that of the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, leading many listeners to mistake her songs for Lata’s. Despite this comparison, Suman Kalyanpur established a distinct legacy of her own and is remembered for her melodious, refined singing style. With her passing, another golden chapter in Indian film music has come to a close. Ankita Apte, Akashvani News, Mumbai.”

 

 

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India has undergone a remarkable transformation, driven by the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas” under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the last 12 years. During this period, the Modi Government carried out many flagship initiatives for the welfare and empowerment of the poor, farmers, women and youth. Akashvani News brings you a special feature on the Government’s efforts over the last 12 years across key sectors. Today, we focus on the measures taken by the government towards the Welfare of Farmers. A report:

“The Narendra Modi government has taken several initiatives in the last twelve years for the welfare of farmers and enhancing their income. One of the most significant steps has been the launch of the PM-KISAN Scheme, which is one of the largest welfare initiatives in the country. Under this Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi  scheme, farmers receive six thousand rupees annually, directly into their bank accounts. More than four lakh 28 thousand crore rupees has been transferred into the accounts of around nine crore 50 lakh farmer families. Talking to Akashvani News, a farmer from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh Dinesh Kumar Jayaswal said that the Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is very beneficial for the farmers.

 

The Schemes like PM Matsya Sampada Yojana and National Livestock Mission were also launched to increase farmers’ income through multiple sources. The efforts like PM Krishi Sinchayee Yojana and the Soil Health Card Scheme have strengthened irrigation and soil productivity.

Since 2014-15, nearly 26 crore Soil Health cards have been issued till March this year. The Fasal Bima Yojana has helped nearly 23 crore farmers with crop insurance claims worth one lakh 92 thousand crore rupees. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana is providing a monthly assured pension of three thousand three thousand rupees to small and marginal farmers. Talking to Akashvani News, a beneficiary of Uttar Pradesh hailed the scheme saying that it is beneficial for farmers as it will support their livelihood.

 

The Minimum Support Price has become a lifeline for farmers as the government has fixed the MSP at 1.5 times the cost of production. Due to the government’s policy support, the total foodgrain production has increased from 265 million tonnes in 2013-14 to around 358 million tonnes in 2024-25. India has also become the world’s largest rice producer, surpassing China with a record production of over 154 Million tonnes. Today, the Indian farmer stands not just as a cultivator but as a key driver of national growth. With Dipendra, this is Anand Kumar for Akashvani News.”

 

 

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In our bilingual live phone-in programme “Public Speak” tonight at 9.30 PM, we will bring an insightful discussion on “Staying Safe During Heatwaves: Precautions, Preparedness and Protection” with Dr. Rupali Malik, Department of Medicine, Safdarjung Hospital. During the programme, listeners can ask questions on the subject. To participate, simply dial the telephone number 011-23314444 from 9:30 PM onwards tonight. Alternatively, you can also send your queries via WhatsApp to the number 9289094044 or post your questions on X with the #AskAir.

 

 

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In Cricket, Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their second consecutive IPL title beating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in the final match at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad last night. BCCI President Mithun Manhas and Secretary Devajit Saikia present the coveted IPL 2026 Trophy to RCB captain Rajat Patidar.

 

“The dream of every RCB fan came true last night, when Virat Kohli hit the ball outside the fence for a six to finish the match in style. Chasing a target of 156 runs set by Gujarat Titans, the Men in Red and Gold comfortably overhauled the winning mark, riding on Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 runs off just 42 balls. He was also adjudged Player of the Match.

 

Earlier, after being invited to bat first, Gujarat Titans managed to score only 155 runs at the loss of 8 wickets. Washington Sundar was their top scorer with unbeaten 50 runs. RCB bowlers completely dominated 22 yards as Rasikh Salam Dar bagged 3 wickets, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood each bagged 2 wickets.

 

In the post match presentation, 15 years old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of Rajasthan Royals won the Orange Cap on becoming highest run getter in this season. Moreover, the young sensation also won the Most Valuable Player award and the Emerging Player of the Season title. On the other hand, Kagiso Rabada of Gujarat Titans won the Purple Cap for claiming highest number of wickets this season.

 

So now, before we close this report, let’s listen to what RCB skipper Rajat Patidar said after retaining the IPL Title…

 

With this, a phenomenal IPL season comes to an end. CHIRAG JHA, AKASHVANI NEWS, DELHI.”

 

 

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed district administrations, Relief Commissioner’s Office, and concerned departments to maintain continuous monitoring and ensure immediate action in the event of any disaster following incidents of storms, rainfall, and severe weather in several district. Many districts, including the state capital Lucknow, witnessed a change in weather yesterday, providing some relief from the scorching heat. Several districts recorded rainfall accompanied by strong winds and hailstorms. The Meteorological Department has issued a rainfall alert for many districts across the state.

 

 

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TODAY’S NEWSPAPERS HEADLINE,

 

• “Prime Minister Modi highlights India’s sporting rise, cultural heritage and grassroots change makers in 134th Mann Ki Baat,” reports The Statesman.
• In Indian Express in its editorial piece says, “Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict.” The paper writes, “Last week, NASA announced an ambitious roadmap for sustained operations on the Moon over the next decade. The agency reportedly envisions creating a base on the lunar South Pole in three parts: Getting to the moon’s surface and beginning experiments from 2026 to 2029.”
• “New Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assume office,” informs The Tribune.
• “Kohli powers RCB to consecutive IPL glory,” reports Hindustan Times.
• And finally, “For Mall Outlets, Summer’s Time for some cool business,” writes Economic Times, adding, “Eateries, fashion and beauty retailers at malls thrive as customers look to escape heat and spent time in AC.”

 

 

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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN,

 

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hold talks with Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi today.

 

2. Notification for biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats from ten states to be issued this morning.

 

3. Centre to launch month-long Khet Bachao Abhiyan to promote judicious use of fertilisers from Raisen District in Madhya Pradesh.

 

4. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari to expand his Cabinet this morning with induction of 35 new ministers.

 

5. Renowned singer Suman Kalyanpur passes away in Mumbai.

 

6. In Cricket, Royal Challengers Bengaluru win second consecutive IPL title beating Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets in final match at Ahmedabad.’

 

 

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