The Times of India

The Supreme Court on Friday chose not to comment on observations questioning its earlier bail denial to activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam. While hearing bail pleas for other riot accused, the bench indicated it might grant interim bail, but will consider Delhi Police's plea for a larger bench review on UAPA bail norms.

India is set to revolutionize its private space manufacturing landscape with new Common Technical Facilities launching in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. These innovative shared spaces will harness cutting-edge testing and integration infrastructure, paving the way for startups and companies to craft advanced spacecraft and launch vehicles more efficiently.

Founder of the satirical Cockroach Janta Party, Abhijeet Dipke, has reported receiving death threats on WhatsApp, urging him to shut down the viral social media outfit or join the BJP. His parents have also voiced concerns about his safety and potential arrest due to the party's rapid online popularity.

A jhalmuri vendor from Jhargram, who served Prime Minister Modi, claims to be receiving threatening calls from Pakistan and Bangladesh. The vendor, Vikram Sao, has informed the police, who have provided security. Sao, the sole breadwinner, fears for his safety while cycling and has appealed to the PM for protection after his interaction went viral.

Mount Everest, often a site of triumph, turned somber as two Indian climbers, Arun Kumar Tiwari and Sandeep Are, tragically lost their lives while descending from its peak. Reports confirmed their deaths on Friday, with experts suggesting extreme fatigue was to blame.

The Supreme Court has assured three academics that harsh remarks against them in a previous order will be deleted. These remarks stemmed from a Class 8 NCERT chapter on judicial corruption. The court clarified its concern was the chapter's content, not the individuals, emphasizing the need for balanced academic discussions on the judiciary while respecting constitutional frameworks.

Polling for the Rajya Sabha elections will take between 9 am and 4 pm, with counting scheduled to begin at 5 pm the same day. The Election Commission said the entire poll process will conclude by June 20. The Commission clarified that voters will be allowed to use only the integrated violet sketch pens supplied by the Returning Officer for marking preferences on ballot papers. Use of any other pen during voting will not be permitted.

India is grappling with a severe shortage of bitumen, threatening the pace of road construction and upkeep amid ongoing tensions in West Asia. Prices for key VG-40 bitumen have skyrocketed, nearly doubling, while available supplies have plummeted.

Parents of 'Cockroach Janta Party' founder Abhijeet Dipke express deep anxiety over his viral political satire platform, fearing legal trouble and arrest. Dipke, a Boston University student, launched the campaign a week ago, amassing millions of followers. His parents urge him to abandon politics for a safer career, citing his own expressed fears of detention upon returning to India.

Twisha Sharma's family questions husband Samarth Singh's anticipatory bail plea amid dowry harassment and suicide allegations. They accuse his mother, a retired judge, of intimidation and question the delay in FIR registration. Police have issued a Look Out Circular for Samarth, who claims the prosecution's case is based on 'imagination'.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet, inducting Vanni Arasu from VCK and AM Shahjahan from IUML. This move strengthens coalition representation, bringing the total number of ministers to 33. The expansion follows a recent reshuffle, with key portfolios like Finance and Revenue reassigned.

In a strategic move, the US is pushing to wrap up a trade deal with India that seeks to expand market access and lower trade obstacles, aiming for a remarkable $500 billion in trade by 2030. This agreement is set to bolster supply chain resiliency and attract foreign investments.

India's space regulator is offering full technology transfer for the reliable PSLV rocket to private firms, aiming to boost commercial launches. This follows a similar move for the SSLV. Despite delays in the first industry-built PSLV and SSLV, the government seeks an industry-driven launch ecosystem, signaling a major shift from ISRO's production model.

NTA chief Abhishek Singh told a parliamentary panel the NEET-UG 2026 paper didn't leak through their system, with the CBI now investigating. Officials presented reforms, noting 70% of Radhakrishnan Committee recommendations are implemented. Concerns over staff shortages and future computer-based testing were also raised during the meeting.