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The Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) has announced that all pilgrimage routes to the Holy Cave Shrine, including the Pahalgam and Baltal axes, will remain under No-Fly Zone restrictions during the 2026 Amarnath Yatra. As a result, helicopter services for pilgrims have been suspended for the second consecutive year.

The Sensex fell over 400 points, while the Nifty declined more than 100 points in early trade. Realty, IT, pharma, and healthcare stocks led losses, whereas consumer durables, oil & gas, cement, and chemical stocks showed resilience.

Trump linked the diplomatic progress to recent US military strikes on Iranian facilities and expressed optimism about broader regional de-escalation, including a reported understanding involving Hezbollah and Israel. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz would be significant for global energy markets

The agreement aims to prevent the return of armed non-state groups, improve regional stability, and pave the way for a broader peace and security framework. The United States pledged continued support for Lebanon's military and will facilitate further talks scheduled for late June

A US trade delegation led by Assistant US Trade Representative Brendan Lynch is currently in India holding discussions with officials from the Commerce and External Affairs ministries. The delegation is also scheduled to meet Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal as talks enter their final phase.

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Wednesday took oath as Karnataka Chief Minister at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, holding a copy of the Constitution during the ceremony. Dr G Parameshwar was sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister, while several MLAs joined the Cabinet.

A day-long off-site review and strategy meeting of NC legislators, ministers, and MPs at Dachigam National Park triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties in J&K. BJP leader Sunil Sharma described the gathering as a picnic and an eyewash, while People's Conference chief Sajad Gani Lone mocked the choice of venue, calling it symbolic of an isolated government.

One person was killed after Iranian drones and missiles struck Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, June 3, causing extensive damage to Terminal 1 and forcing authorities to suspend commercial flight operations.

The Sensex fell 303.67 points (0.41%) to close at 74,346.17, while the Nifty declined 77.95 points (0.33%) to settle at 23,405.60.

Ahead of Cocktail 2's release, Kriti Sanon visited the Tirumala Temple in Andhra Pradesh. Dressed in a simple white suit, Kriti offered prayers, took part in temple rituals and greeted paparazzi with folded hands during the visit.

According to official RBI figures, gold accounted for 13.92% of forex reserves in September 2025, rising to 16.70% by March 31, 2026, and further to 16.85% as of May 22, 2026. The RBI's physical gold holdings remained largely unchanged at around 880 metric tonnes, contradicting claims of any major sale.

An initiative by PDP president Mehbooba Mufti to unite political parties and civil society groups in Jammu and Kashmir for a joint outreach to Centre encountered obstacle after CM Omar Abdullah publicly challenged her claim on securing an appointment with him.

The wedding is scheduled for June 20, with a reception in Pune on July 5. The development has attracted political interest because it brings together families associated with rival political camps, as Arun Lakhani is currently contesting the Maharashtra Legislative Council (MLC) election on a BJP ticket.

Developed by Indian developer Bijoy Thangaraj, the app provides spoken guidance on guitar tuning, chords, pitch, finger placement and other essential skills for both beginners and experienced musicians.

The supporter said he had got the tattoo months ago in anticipation of Shivakumar's elevation to the top post. Shivakumar greeted enthusiastic supporters and waved to cheering crowds ahead of the oath-taking ceremony.

For India, the development highlights the vulnerability of agricultural supply chains to geopolitical disruptions. Rising global fertiliser prices could increase India's subsidy burden and farming costs, while higher wheat prices may add to food inflation pressures.

The Nifty rose 100.95 points to close at 23,483.55, while the Sensex gained 382.50 points to settle at 74,649.84. TCS, Infosys and HCL Tech led the rally, helping offset weakness in stocks such as NTPC and Axis Bank.

The ED raided 20 locations across Mumbai and Gujarat in a money laundering probe linked to an alleged international drug syndicate run by Salim Ismail Dola, an associate of fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim.

During the hearing, Giribala Singh alleged that her son was assaulted by a lawyer representing Twisha Sharma's family inside court premises and claimed he faced a threat to his life. She also objected to what she described as a media trial.

The couple reached Premanand Maharaj's Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan and sought his blessings. Several pictures from their visit have surfaced online, showing Virat and Anushka stepping out of the ashram after meeting with the spiritual guru.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the Immigration and Foreigners (Amendment) Rules, 2026, revising registration timelines for foreign nationals, tightening delayed-registration norms, and introducing a fully digital appeals mechanism.

According to the Delhi Fire Services, a fire broke out on the second floor of the SPA building at Indraprastha Estate, prompting the deployment of eight fire tenders. The building was evacuated immediately, and firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control.

A Delhi court has remanded three accused, including a Latur-based doctor and a Pune coaching institute faculty member, to judicial custody till June 15 in connection with the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case being investigated by the CBI.

Following the news of Suman Kalyanpur's demise, several political leaders and admirers paid tribute to the legendary singer. NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar also remembered the singer and called her passing a significant loss to Indian music

The Sensex declined 508.40 points, or 0.68 per cent, to close at 74,267.34, while the Nifty fell 165.15 points, or 0.7 per cent, to settle at 23,382.60.

A 22-year-old youth from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) was apprehended by the Army after he crossed the Line of Control (LoC) into Uri sector of north Kashmir to meet a woman he befriended on social media.

Iran escalated tensions in the Middle East by launching retaliatory missile attacks following recent US military actions, triggering air raid sirens across Kuwait and raising fears of a wider regional conflict.

Budgam Police on Tuesday claimed to have solved the sensational murder case of a 12-year-old girl from Galwanpora village within 36 hours of the crime, arresting a local resident allegedly involved in the offence. The breakthrough came after a scientific and evidence-based investigation conducted by a Special Investigation Team.