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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.

PSG's victory marked a historic milestone, making them the first French club to win the Champions League twice and only the second European club to retain the title. Under manager Luis Enrique, PSG also completed another dominant domestic season while continuing their impressive run in European football.

Mahi and Jay announced their separation in January 2026 after 14 years of marriage, stating that they chose peace and would continue to support each other.

A product of the Sports Authority of Gujarat's development programs, she has already won medals at national and international events, including a silver at the South Asian Senior Athletics Championships and a national-record-setting gold in the 60m sprint. Her latest achievement further establishes her as one of India's most promising young sprint talents.

Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya got married in December 2024 after announcing their engagement in August 2024. On the work front, Naga Chaitanya is gearing up for the release of his upcoming action thriller Vrushakarma, whose Rajasthan shooting schedule has been completed.

Inspectors also reported finding a live bird, bird droppings and unidentified black substances in storage areas. The regulator questioned the reliability of microbiological testing after observing contamination in samples that had reportedly passed safety checks.

As Royal Challengers Bengaluru took the field for the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad, one of the biggest attractions in the stands was Anushka Sharma. The actress was spotted cheering enthusiastically for her husband Virat Kohli and RCB,

The IAEA Director General described the incident as a serious threat to nuclear safety and reiterated that attacks on nuclear facilities are unacceptable. Russian officials, including Rosatom chief Alexey Likhachev, claimed the strike targeted critical infrastructure

The aircraft safely stopped on the runway, though six people were injured. Initial findings revealed extensive internal engine damage, including turbine blades, compressor blades, nozzle guide vanes, and seized shafts. Investigators also found broken bolts, spacers, and debris blocking bleed valves.

General NS Raja Subramani has taken charge as India's third Chief of Defence Staff, succeeding General Anil Chauhan. He has placed jointness, self-reliance and innovation at the centre of military reform.

Asad, the main accused in the murder of 17-year-old Surya Pratap Chauhan, was killed in a police encounter in Ghaziabad. Police said he opened fire while trying to evade arrest during a joint operation. Surya's mother welcomed the action, saying the family had received justice.

Adani said the group's key challenge is no longer raising capital but executing projects quickly to meet India's growing infrastructure and energy demands.

The BJP denied the allegations, claiming he faced public anger over the TMC's actions. The incident comes a day after Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked, heckled and pelted with eggs and stones during a visit to Sonarpur in South 24 Parganas district, escalating political tensions in the state.

During the week, the Sensex fell 639.61 points, or 0.84 per cent, while the Nifty slipped 171.55 points, or 0.72 per cent, as investors remained cautious amid market volatility.

The announcement comes amid growing defence cooperation between India and Vietnam, highlighted by recent high-level visits and the strengthening of their strategic partnership. The development reflects India's broader push to expand defence exports and deepen strategic influence across the Global South and Indo-Pacific region.

The issue affected some morning-shift candidates despite their biometric registration and presence at exam centres. IT services provider TCS, which is conducting the computer-based examination, acknowledged that a brief technical problem caused a delay of around two hours but said the issue was quickly resolved.

The Meteorological Department issued Red Alerts for multiple districts, warning of heavy rainfall and wind speeds of up to 80 kmph, while the Disaster Management Department cautioned that gusts could reach 90-100 kmph in some regions.

Domestic excise duty rates on petrol and diesel remain unchanged. The revision is based on international crude oil and fuel prices and is part of the windfall tax framework introduced in March 2026 to ensure domestic fuel availability amid the West Asia crisis and volatile global oil markets.

The agency clarified that India Post has no connection to any such reward program, lucky draw, or gift offer, and urged people not to click suspicious links or share personal information. PIB also warned against a fraudulent Quantum AI investment scheme falsely using the name of Nirmala Sitharaman.

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.