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National 4 days ago

IISER Aptitude Test held nationwide as over 1.86 lakh candidates vie for BS-MS admissions in 2026–27

Over 1.86 lakh aspirants nationwide vied for a mere 2,343 coveted seats in the prestigious Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) this past Sunday, June 7, with the crucial IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) 2026 held across 736 centers. This year marked a significant shift as IISER Berhampur took the reins for the first time as the organizing institute, overseeing the computer-based examination that serves as the exclusive gateway to BS-MS dual degree and other undergraduate science programs for the 2026-27 academic session.

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IISER Aptitude Test held nationwide as over 1.86 lakh candidates vie for BS-MS admissions in 2026–27
National 4 days ago

ATMs In Small Towns Face Heavy Cash Crisis, Industry Writes To RBI

India's vast network of ATMs outside major metros is facing an acute cash crisis, threatening widespread shutdowns as the Confederation of ATM Industry (CATMi) alleges that State Bank of India (SBI) is prioritizing cash distribution to tier 1 cities. This uneven allocation, compounded by a sharp decline in cash fulfillment rates to just 57% by April 2026, has left smaller towns underserved and ATM operators reeling from over 100 crore INR in losses. The industry body has appealed directly to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for immediate intervention.

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ATMs In Small Towns Face Heavy Cash Crisis, Industry Writes To RBI
National 5 days ago

Government also feels 'very sad and sorry' over rising gas cylinder prices, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi; lists reasons behind hike

Indian households are facing another squeeze on their budgets as the price of domestic LPG cylinders surged by Rs 29, effective June 7, 2026, marking a cumulative Rs 89 increase since March. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi conveyed the government's 'sad and sorry' sentiment, attributing the unavoidable hike to global energy disruptions, particularly the escalating West Asia crisis, which has triggered a spike in import, transportation, and insurance costs. This latest adjustment places the price of a 14.2 kg cylinder in Delhi at Rs 942, reflecting the persistent volatility in international energy markets.

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Government also feels 'very sad and sorry' over rising gas cylinder prices, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi; lists reasons behind hike
National 5 days ago

Google’s $15 Billion India AI Bet Sparks Land, Water and Displacement Backlash

Google's ambitious $15 billion artificial intelligence data center hub in India is embroiled in escalating controversy, with local residents and environmental activists intensifying protests over forced land acquisition and the project's massive water demands in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. The facility, slated to be Google's largest AI infrastructure outside the United States, is sparking a critical debate between the nation's digital ambitions and the rights and resources of vulnerable communities, particularly Dalit families whose ancestral lands are reportedly being acquired at below market rates.

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Google’s $15 Billion India AI Bet Sparks Land, Water and Displacement Backlash
National 5 days ago

PMK leader Anbumani demands rollback of LPG price hike

Indian households face renewed inflationary pressures as domestic LPG cylinder prices surged by Rs 29 nationwide, effective June 7, bringing the Chennai price to Rs 957.50. This marks the second such hike since late February, accumulating to an Rs 89 increase and triggering sharp condemnation from political figures like PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss, who demanded an immediate rollback, citing the disproportionate impact on ordinary citizens.

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PMK leader Anbumani demands rollback of LPG price hike
National 5 days ago

RP Can Recover Corporate Debtor’s Assets from Unauthorized Occupants Without Resorting to Civil Suit: NCLAT [Read Order]

India's insolvency framework just got sharper. The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has definitively ruled that Resolution Professionals (RPs) can reclaim corporate debtor assets from unauthorized occupants through Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) proceedings, bypassing lengthy civil suits. This landmark decision, arising from cases like Majestic Hotels Ltd., cuts through a significant procedural bottleneck, reinforcing the RP's statutory mandate to swiftly secure distressed assets.

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RP Can Recover Corporate Debtor’s Assets from Unauthorized Occupants Without Resorting to Civil Suit: NCLAT [Read Order]
National 5 days ago

Pygmy hogs return to Assam's Manas grasslands after nine years without sightings

Manas National Park's Kuribeel grasslands today welcomed fifteen captive-bred pygmy hogs, marking the species' return to a crucial habitat after a nine-year absence of confirmed sightings. This strategic reintroduction—nine females and six males—underscores a significant push by conservationists to revive the world's smallest and rarest wild pig within its historical range in Assam. The move is a critical component of a long-term recovery plan to establish a self-sustaining population of this Critically Endangered mammal.

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Pygmy hogs return to Assam's Manas grasslands after nine years without sightings
National 5 days ago

‘NSE platform will unlock value of idle gold holdings’: Sriram Krishnan

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) is actively operationalizing its Electronic Gold Receipt (EGR) platform, a strategic move by Chief Business Development Officer Sriram Krishnan to channel India's vast idle gold holdings into the formal financial system. Launched in May 2026, EGRs offer a regulated, transparent, and digital avenue for holding and trading physical gold, aiming to significantly reduce the nation's reliance on imports and unlock domestic wealth. This initiative comes as India grapples with persistent trade imbalances and seeks innovative ways to manage its massive gold consumption.

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‘NSE platform will unlock value of idle gold holdings’: Sriram Krishnan
National 5 days ago

Raipur Diary | BJP govt to upgrade, overhaul 108 schools

The BJP government in Chhattisgarh has initiated a significant overhaul of 108 government schools in Raipur, earmarking them for modernization and a systemic solution to persistent teacher shortages. This structural reform aims to elevate public education standards, aligning them with high-end private institutions across the state. The Directorate of Public Instruction is actively gathering detailed administrative and staffing data to facilitate this ambitious upgrade.

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Raipur Diary | BJP govt to upgrade, overhaul 108 schools
National 5 days ago

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In a decisive blow against governmental apathy, India's High Courts are cracking down on decades-long delays in land acquisition compensation, with recent rulings demanding prompt payment, including significant interest. Just yesterday, the Madhya Pradesh High Court ordered authorities to disburse a staggering ₹3.35 crore in compensation within eight weeks for land acquired for a National Highway project, explicitly stating that bureaucratic lethargy cannot supersede a citizen's constitutional right to property.

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National 5 days ago

Kerala schools register high rates of Plus-I enrolment: NITI Aayog report

Kerala has emerged as a frontrunner in higher secondary education, registering a robust 89.5% Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) for Plus-I enrolment in 2024-25, according to a pivotal NITI Aayog report. This impressive figure positions the state just shy of top-performing Union Territories like Chandigarh, Puducherry, and Goa, highlighting a significant improvement of over 18 percentage points from its 2014-15 GER of 71.4%. The achievement underscores Kerala's sustained commitment to accessible education amidst national challenges in student retention.

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Kerala schools register high rates of Plus-I enrolment: NITI Aayog report
National 5 days ago

What is E85 fuel? Why it costs less than petrol and who can use it? Check price, mileage, benefits and more

India has dramatically escalated its clean energy ambitions with the launch of E85 fuel in Delhi, priced at a significant Rs 82.12 per litre—a substantial Rs 20 to Rs 28 cheaper than conventional petrol. This groundbreaking move, unveiled on World Environment Day, marks a pivotal shift for the nation's automotive sector and positions E85 as a high-octane, domestically produced alternative for compatible flex-fuel vehicles, signaling a decisive push towards a more self-reliant energy landscape.

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What is E85 fuel? Why it costs less than petrol and who can use it? Check price, mileage, benefits and more
National 5 days ago

Demand for border food testing over ‘slow poison’ fears in GH

The Achik State Peoples' Front (ASPF) has escalated its demand for an immediate halt to food imports from Assam into Meghalaya's Garo Hills, citing a 'slow poison' threat from chemically treated produce and livestock. This latest appeal to Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, the third such petition, comes despite the Meghalaya Food Safety Department's recent announcement on June 2, 2026, that extensive testing on vegetable samples from Assam has, so far, detected no chemical adulteration or artificial coloring.

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Demand for border food testing over ‘slow poison’ fears in GH
National 6 days ago

Centre to bolster evidence | DD News

India's fiscal decentralisation framework is poised for a significant data overhaul as the Ministry of Panchayati Raj prepares to release the Report of the Committee on Datasets for State Finance Commissions on Monday, June 8, 2026. Chief Economic Advisor Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran will unveil the findings, which promise to strengthen the evidence base for how financial resources are devolved to local governments. This initiative directly addresses long-standing challenges faced by State Finance Commissions in accessing comprehensive and timely data, a critical impediment to effective grassroots governance.

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Centre to bolster evidence | DD News
National 6 days ago

New Delhi: PM Chairs Economic Advisory Council Meeting #Gallery

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened his Economic Advisory Council (EAC-PM) today, signaling a sharpened focus on bolstering domestic growth amidst persistent global economic headwinds. The high-level meeting in New Delhi saw detailed discussions on accelerating economic transformation and refining long-term development priorities, particularly emphasizing reforms to enhance both 'ease of living' for citizens and 'ease of doing business' for enterprises. This comes just a day after India posted a robust 7.7% GDP growth for FY26, defying broader international slowdowns.

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New Delhi: PM Chairs Economic Advisory Council Meeting #Gallery
National 6 days ago

RBI Draft Amendment: Banks Required To Publish Deposit Interest Rates In Advance, Differential Rates For Bulk Deposits

The Reserve Bank of India has unveiled new draft amendment directions demanding that banks publicly disclose all deposit interest rates on their websites before the start of each business day. This significant move, issued on June 5, 2026, aims to enhance transparency for depositors while simultaneously granting banks greater flexibility to offer differential rates on bulk deposits, especially for amounts of 3 crore rupees and above. Stakeholders, including the public and financial institutions, have until June 20, 2026, to submit their feedback on these proposed changes, which apply across commercial, small finance, regional rural, payment, local area, and urban co-operative banks.

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RBI Draft Amendment: Banks Required To Publish Deposit Interest Rates In Advance, Differential Rates For Bulk Deposits
National 6 days ago

World Environment Day and Beyond

Weeks after the symbolic tree-planting ceremonies and pledges marking World Environment Day 2026, India faces a stark reality: many well-intentioned environmental initiatives remain largely performative. While the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) lauded public participation, ground reports indicate a persistent lack of follow-through, particularly concerning sapling survival rates and long-term ecological impact of afforestation programs.

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World Environment Day and Beyond
National 6 days ago

Fill the Classrooms, Fill the Minds

Despite India's impressive strides in achieving near-universal primary school enrollment and bolstering infrastructure, the latest Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2025-26, released late last year, delivers a stark reality check: a significant proportion of elementary students, often attending daily, cannot reliably read or comprehend texts appropriate for their grade. This persistent learning gap, particularly in Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), casts a long shadow over the efficacy of the education system as the ambitious NIPUN Bharat Mission's 2026-27 deadline looms.

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Fill the Classrooms, Fill the Minds
National 6 days ago

India Emerges as the Next Big Opportunity for Global Air Cargo Operators

India's air cargo volume is surging towards 10 million tonnes, significantly ahead of earlier projections, as global freight giants pivot towards the subcontinent. This accelerated growth, fueled by domestic manufacturing and e-commerce, positions India as the linchpin for new global supply chain strategies, drawing substantial investment in advanced logistics infrastructure.

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India Emerges as the Next Big Opportunity for Global Air Cargo Operators
National 6 days ago

Ugandan woman isolated in city, Ebola suspected

Indian public health authorities are on high alert following the isolation of a 19-year-old Ugandan woman in Jaipur, Rajasthan, suspected of carrying Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Samples have been dispatched to the National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune, with critical results anticipated by Sunday, igniting swift epidemiological action to avert a potential crisis.

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Ugandan woman isolated in city, Ebola suspected
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