Rajit Gupta from Kota topped the JEE Advanced 2025, scoring 332 out of 360. Saksham Jindal secured the same score but ranked second due to tie-breaking criteria. Kota celebrated with 42 students in the top 100. Devdutta Majhi from West Bengal emerged as the top-ranking female candidate. Cutoffs decreased significantly this year, with the IIT Hyderabad zone leading in qualifiers.

Tamil Nadu, Tripura, and Delhi have excelled in the 2024-25 Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT), showcasing high success rates in adult literacy and education. While the national average certification rate stands at 19.4%, skewed by pending data, these states demonstrated exceptional performance.

A Pakistani Punjab assembly speaker, Malik Ahmed Khan, has sparked controversy by publicly supporting Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri, a US-designated terrorist linked to the Pahalgam attack. Khan defended Kasuri at a rally, dismissing accusations pending investigation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair a council of ministers meeting on Wednesday, marking the first such gathering after Operation Sindoor and preceding the completion of his first year in his third term.

PM Modi and Paraguay President Santiago Pena discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in digital technology, critical minerals, and other sectors. Modi appreciated Paraguay's condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack, emphasizing their united stance against terrorism. Both leaders recognized the potential for collaboration in combating cybercrime, organized crime, and drug trafficking, while also exploring ways to expand trade through MERCOSUR.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat train service this week, marking the first rail link to the Kashmir Valley. This launch, initially delayed due to weather and security concerns, symbolizes the Centre's commitment to the region's development following the Pahalgam attack.

Following the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, Malaysia has voiced strong support for India's counterterrorism efforts and regional peace initiatives. Deputy Minister Saraswathy Kandasamy emphasized Malaysia's zero-tolerance stance on violence, urging Pakistan to abandon terrorism for regional progress. Malaysia's shift towards aligning with India on stability and growth is evident as it prepares to chair ASEAN in 2025.

Salman Khurshid has criticized those within his own party who are undermining the government's efforts to raise global awareness about Pakistan's terrorism agenda. He questioned the difficulty of prioritizing patriotism over political allegiances, echoing Shashi Tharoor's sentiments. Khurshid's earlier support for the abrogation of Article 370, contrasting with Congress' stance, has fueled further controversy, drawing criticism from the BJP.

Amit Shah emphasized the crucial role of Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) in the government's foodgrain storage plan, highlighting their importance for financial stability. He instructed the food ministry and FCI to map warehouses nationally to meet regional needs and integrate PACS with more storage facilities.

Union Minister Chirag Paswan has indicated his willingness to contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections to bolster his party's performance. He emphasized his desire to improve conditions in Bihar, stating that remaining confined to central politics might hinder his ability to effect change in the state. Paswan aims to replicate his party's success from the Lok Sabha polls.

The PLFS 2023-24 reveals India's overall literacy rate at 80.9% for those aged seven and above, with Mizoram leading at 98.2%. Significant disparities persist across states, gender, and urban-rural divides. Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan have the lowest literacy rates, while Rajasthan exhibits the widest gender gap, highlighting the need for focused interventions in education.

Indigenous communities in India are facing displacement from their ancestral lands due to tourism and tiger projects, despite laws meant to protect them. Adivasis at a global press briefing highlighted the dilution and improper implementation of these protective measures.

PDP President Mehbooba Mufti met with Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, advocating for the dignified return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits by demanding land allocation and reserved constituencies. She criticized the NC government's past efforts and highlighted the moral imperative of ensuring a secure and sustainable reintegration. The NC refuted her claims, accusing her of aligning with the BJP.

A bomb threat caused panic at Jammu Tawi railway station ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit on June 6 to inaugurate the train service to Kashmir. Railway Police conducted a thorough search of the station using sniffer dogs and metal detectors.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district launched a search operation near a forest following a tip about three suspected terrorists. The area was cordoned off, and a combing operation was initiated after a civilian reported seeing the trio in the Saladhi area of Hiranagar. This operation is part of increased security measures in the region after recent encounters.

Delhi is under a yellow alert for thunderstorms and gusty winds, experiencing a significant temperature drop. Simultaneously, Northeast India faces a tragic situation as heavy monsoon rains trigger landslides and floods, resulting in at least 30 deaths. Flight operations in Delhi were disrupted due to adverse weather, with numerous diversions and delays.

IRS officer Amit Kumar Singal and his associate Harsh Kotak were arrested by the CBI for allegedly accepting a 25 lakh bribe. Raids on Singal's properties uncovered 1 crore in cash, gold, and silver. The arrest followed a complaint by La Pino'z Pizza owner Sanam Kapoor, who accused Singal of demanding money to settle an income tax notice.

Piyush Goyal and Jumoke Oduwole Oon met in Paris to enhance trade relations between India and Nigeria, focusing on new cooperation areas. Both ministers aim to advance WTO reforms for mutual benefit during the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting. Goyal's visit to France and Italy underscores India's dedication to strengthening economic ties with key European partners.

The Army's Golden Arrow Division has opened the historic Ferozepur Fort to the public after two centuries, aiming to boost heritage tourism and reconnect locals with their military legacy. Major General R S Manral highlighted the fort's strategic importance and unique architecture. Brigadier Bikram Singh emphasized its role in Indias freedom movement.

Maharashtra's Deputy CM Ajit Pawar admitted the government erred in disbursing Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana funds without proper vetting due to pre-election time constraints. Thousands of ineligible recipients, including government employees, benefited. While funds already disbursed won't be recovered, future payouts will undergo stricter scrutiny.

Mumbai experienced heavy rains, marking the earliest monsoon arrival on record. The IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall for Central and South Peninsular India during the June-September 2025 season, while Northwest India expects normal rainfall. However, Northeast India is predicted to receive below-normal rainfall, with an east-southeastward cloud cluster causing the current rains.

During a parliamentary delegation visit to London, BJP MP Samik Bhattacharya highlighted India's historical wealth and colonial exploitation, questioning how much more would be taken. He emphasized India's resilience and global contributions during the pandemic, while also criticizing the hypocrisy of nations that profit from conflict.

Etihad Group CEO Antonoaldo Neves announced that airlines from Abu Dhabi and India have fully utilized their air service agreement rights, prompting discussions for revision. Indian carriers, led by IndiGo, rapidly increased their capacity utilization. Etihad aims to expand its India-US travel market share, leveraging pre-clearance facilities at Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport to enhance passenger convenience and reduce congestion.

Since Bihar's 2016 liquor ban, lightning fatalities have surged, possibly due to the felling of palm trees traditionally used for toddy. These trees acted as natural lightning rods, and their disappearance correlates with a dramatic increase in lightning strikes, disproportionately affecting rural populations.

Social media influencer Sharmishta Panoli's arrest for allegedly hurting religious sentiments has sparked controversy. Her advocate claims she's being denied basic rights and her health is deteriorating in custody. Despite deleting the video and apologizing, her arrest has drawn criticism from legal professionals and political figures, who deem it excessive and politically motivated, while police insist all procedures were followed.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed development projects in a virtual meeting with district magistrates. He inaugurated the Vatsalya Ganga Ashray in Haridwar with Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, praising Sadhvi Ritambhara's work for destitute daughters. Gupta lauded Dhami's developmental efforts as an inspiration for Delhi and pledged to clean the Yamuna River.

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has strongly opposed Emirates' request for increased flying rights to Dubai, emphasizing the need for mutual agreement in bilateral agreements. His statement follows Emirates' president Tim Clark's claim of being restricted to 65,000 seats for over a decade despite growing demand.

Aadhaar cardholders can update their identity and address documents online for free until June 14, 2025, as announced by UIDAI. After this date, updates will require a visit to an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre with a fee of Rs 50. Updating PoI and PoA documents every 10 years ensures accurate records and avoids potential service disruptions.

BJP leader Agnimitra Paul has criticized the West Bengal government following the arrest of Instagram influencer Sharmishtha Panoli for allegedly making communal comments. Paul alleges a lack of free speech and unequal treatment of communities, accusing the Mamata Banerjee government of bias against Hindus.

Bharatiya Janata Party criticized Goa Congress. The reason was the omission of Mallikarjun Kharge's photo. The photo was absent from a Statehood Day poster. The event occurred in Panaji on May 30. BJP called it a deliberate snub to the Dalit leader. Congress defended it as unintentional. They cited other posters with Kharge's image.

Union Minister Chirag Paswan is considering a return to Bihar state politics, driven by his commitment to the state's development. Despite securing a third term as Lok Sabha MP, Paswan feels he can better serve Bihar by focusing on state-level issues.

In London, Former Union Minister MJ Akbar likened Pakistan's support for terrorism to Hitler-era fascism, urging global recognition of this threat to honor terror victims. He highlighted Pakistan's violent origins and sustained use of terror as state policy.

Security forces recovered over 2.5 tonnes of explosives looted by Maoists in Odisha's Sundergarh district during a joint operation in the Odisha-Jharkhand border region. The explosives, stolen on May 27th from K Balang area, were found buried and hidden under rocks in the Saranda forest. The search operation continues after an earlier recovery of explosives following a gun battle.

Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin praised the Chennai Mahila court's verdict after it awarded the life sentence for a minimum period of 30 years without remission and a fine of Rs 90,000 to the accused Gnanasekaran, who has been convicted of sexually harassing a student on the Anna University campus in December last year.

Congress leaders are criticizing the Modi government's handling of the severe flood situation in northeastern states. Mallikarjun Kharge urged PM Modi to utilize the PM CARES Fund for relief efforts, alleging a lack of audit transparency. Rahul Gandhi expressed grief over the loss of life and called for swift rescue operations.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday refrained from commenting on actor-politician Kamal Haasan's recent remarks regarding the Kannada language, urging that the issue should not be politicised and emphasising the importance of harmonious ties between neighbouring states.

BJP MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri expressed confidence that his party will secure a majority in the MCD Standing Committee elections, anticipating victory in 10 out of 12 zones. AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj suggested the election would reveal the relationship between Congress and BJP. AAP has already begun preparations for the 2027 MCD elections, aiming for a significant majority.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has launched a scathing critique of Jawaharlal Nehru's handling of the 1962 Indo-China war, citing Nehru's appeals for help as evidence of flawed foreign policy. Dubey's remarks followed Congress party's criticism of S Jaishankar.

Shashi Tharoor, an Indian MP, voiced concern about the recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. Six elderly people were injured at a pro-Israel rally. The Indian delegation is in Brazil for global outreach after the Pahalgam attack. They will visit the US next. Mohamed Sabry Soliman is charged with the attack. He shouted Free Palestine before throwing incendiary devices.