Fake Government Offices Drain Funds in Gujarat

Fraudsters have established counterfeit government offices across Gujarat and siphoned off substantial public funds through the scheme. Authorities are investigating the network of fake offices and tracing the diverted money.

RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady; GDP Growth Forecast at 6.9%

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting India's real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%, signalling confidence in economic momentum despite global uncertainties.

China-India Border Tensions Escalate Over Encroachment

Rising tensions between India and China over border encroachment claims signal renewed friction in the disputed region. Both nations continue to accuse each other of territorial violations.

Temple Stampede Kills At Least Seven

A stampede-like incident at an Indian temple resulted in at least seven deaths, highlighting ongoing safety concerns at crowded religious gatherings.

BJP Replaces Social Media Head After Youth Protests

Prime Minister Modi's BJP party replaced its social media head weeks after widespread youth-led protests, signalling a shift in the party's digital communication strategy.

Citizenship Amendment Rules 2026 Notified

The government has notified revised Citizenship Amendment Rules introducing new provisions related to Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders and citizenship applications.

Diageo Reformulates Whisky and Rum Products

Global spirits company Diageo has agreed to reformulate its India-sold whisky and rum drinks following a flavouring compliance breach, addressing regulatory concerns.

Indian Banks Accelerate Dollar Fundraising

Indian banks are fast-tracking dollar fundraising efforts after the RBI moved forward the foreign exchange swap window deadline, reflecting liquidity management adjustments.

'Cockroach' Movement Challenges Modi's Political Strategy

A grassroots 'Cockroach' movement is pressuring Modi's BJP to reconsider its political approach, reflecting growing discontent among certain voter segments.

PM Modi Calls for Economic Self-Reliance

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made seven appeals for economic self-reliance, emphasizing India's need to reduce dependency on imports and strengthen domestic industries.

India-Afghanistan Ties Deepen as Taliban Envoy Visits

India's diplomatic engagement with Afghanistan strengthened as a Taliban envoy marked Victory Day celebrations in Delhi, signalling continued bilateral relations despite global sensitivities.

India Signs ₹1,900-Crore Drone Lease Deal

India has signed a ₹1,900-crore agreement to lease two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones, bolstering the nation's surveillance and maritime security capabilities.

Census 2027 Household Questionnaire Notified

The Registrar General of India has notified the Household Questionnaire for Census 2027, marking the beginning of preparations for the nation's next decennial census.

BJP Leadership Reshuffled: Major Ins, Outs, and Replacements

The BJP has announced significant changes to its leadership structure, with multiple senior members being replaced or reassigned in a major organizational reshuffle.

Ramdev Warns Centre Over 'Scams'; Threatens Fresh Protests

Yoga guru Baba Ramdev has warned the government to address alleged scams or face renewed protests, escalating pressure on authorities to address his concerns.

UPI Digital Payments System Faces New Regulatory Scrutiny

India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI), hailed as a digital payments miracle, now faces regulatory and sustainability challenges as policymakers weigh the long-term costs of the system.