Daily Bulletin

Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan released the book 'When Audit Matters: CAG Interventions That Made a Difference', edited by former CAG Shri Vinod Rai. At the launch, the Vice-President remarked that audit is a vital instrument for strengthening democracy and public accountability, as it reinforces trust between the state and its citizens.

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has initiated the recruitment process for two Members of the newly established National Sports Tribunal (NST). Constituted under the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, the New Delhi-headquartered statutory body will serve as a specialized mechanism for adjudicating sports-related disputes.

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has launched ‘Navachar Mantra’, a national initiative to support grassroots innovators from Tier-2 and Tier-3 towns. Implemented by NIESBUD with IIT Delhi as a technical partner, the programme will provide mentorship and growth opportunities in sectors such as Agritech and HealthTech.

The Election Commission of India is hosting a two-day international conference in New Delhi on June 3-4, 2026, focusing on global best practices for media in electoral processes. The conference, held under India’s Chairship of International IDEA, addresses critical issues such as misinformation, AI-generated deepfakes, and non-transparent digital political advertising.

In a major political realignment in West Bengal, a faction of 58 rebel Trinamool Congress (TMC) legislators has been recognised as the principal opposition party. Following an internal crisis that led the TMC to dissolve all its committees, the rebel group, led by expelled leader Shri Ritabrata Banerjee, staked its claim. The Assembly Speaker has formally approved the new legislative composition, with Shri Banerjee appointed as the Leader of the Opposition and Shri Sandipan Saha as his deputy.

Shri D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 18th Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, with Dalit leader Shri G. Parameshwara taking oath as the Deputy Chief Minister. The new state cabinet, comprising thirteen ministers including Shri Priyank Kharge and Shri Yathindra Siddaramaiah, was also formed. In its first meeting, the new government announced key welfare measures, including free bus passes for students in non-luxury government buses and the establishment of a private employment exchange.

A major fire at the Flourish Stay Guest House in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, on June 3, 2026, claimed the lives of 21 people, including 18 foreign nationals from countries such as Nigeria, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Delhi Chief Minister Smt. Rekha Gupta has sought a detailed report from the District Magistrate, while Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of ?2 lakh for the kin of the deceased. Investigations are underway to determine if the establishment possessed a valid fire safety certificate.

A Delhi court has framed charges against Sukesh Chandrashekar and actor Jacqueline Fernandez in the ?200 crore money laundering and extortion case. The court's decision, a significant step in the legal proceedings, was based on 36 pieces of evidence presented by the prosecution, including witness statements and digital records.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Trinamool Congress leader Shri Abhishek Banerjee for questioning in connection with the Bengal recruitment case. He has been directed to appear at the agency's Kolkata office on June 15, 2026.

The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) deactivated 3.03 crore suspicious user IDs during the 2025-26 financial year as part of a crackdown on illegal ticketing by touts. The measure aims to ensure fair access to online booking services for genuine passengers.

Trinamool Congress MLA Shri Firhad Hakim has resigned from his position as the Mayor of Kolkata. According to party sources, the resignation was tendered after receiving approval from former Chief Minister Smt. Mamata Banerjee, amidst a period of significant political turmoil within the party.

The Meghalaya government has intensified measures to contain an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) by declaring 'infected zones' and 'surveillance zones' in several districts under the Prevention and Control of Infectious and Contagious Diseases in Animals Act, 2009. A complete ban on the transportation of pigs and pork products has been imposed in the affected areas to curb the spread of the disease.

A task force led by Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad K. Sangma will present a roadmap to position the eight northeastern states as a single tourism destination at the upcoming North Eastern Council (NEC) plenary. The plan focuses on collective branding and regional cooperation to boost the sector. The plenary, to be chaired by Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, will review reports from various sectoral task forces.

On June 10, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is set to become India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, surpassing the tenure of Jawaharlal Nehru. Having first assumed office on May 26, 2014, Mr. Modi will have completed a continuous term of 4,399 days, marking a significant political milestone.

Union Minister for MSME, Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi, chaired a high-level meeting on June 2, 2026, to assess the potential impact of the West Asia crisis on the sector. The review focused on mitigating challenges such as supply chain disruptions and raw material availability. Shri Manjhi directed officials to formulate pre-emptive strategies to protect the interests of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.

The India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into effect on June 1, 2026, granting immediate duty-free access to all 945 Indian textile and apparel tariff lines. This eliminates the previous 5% duty and is expected to significantly boost India's textile exports, which stood at USD 95.1 million in FY 2025-26, and increase its share in Oman's USD 598 million textile import market.

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship conducted an industry interaction in the Rajasthan cluster on June 3, 2026, to facilitate the implementation of the PM-SETU scheme. The scheme (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability through upgraded ITIs) aims to align training in Industrial Training Institutes with industry requirements, thereby creating sustainable employment for youth.

The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released the final "Guideline for Compilation of District Domestic Product (DDP) Estimates" with a new base year of 2022-23. This initiative establishes a uniform framework for all States and UTs to compile consistent and comparable district-level economic data, supporting decentralized planning and evidence-based policymaking.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued a comprehensive Master Circular for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) on June 3, 2026. The circular consolidates all previous guidelines and directives into a single document to enhance regulatory clarity, simplify compliance, and provide a unified framework for the AIF industry.

The Indian Rupee depreciated by 44 paise against the US Dollar on June 3, 2026, closing at 95.70. The significant single-day fall reflects prevailing pressures in the foreign exchange market and has potential implications for India's import costs and domestic inflation.

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport have arrested a passenger arriving from Sharjah for attempting to smuggle 2.75 kilograms of gold, valued at approximately ?3.8 crore. The individual, who arrived on Flight No. IX-136 on June 1, was intercepted and the contraband was seized.

India has surpassed the United States to become the world's second-largest solar growth market, according to an announcement by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The achievement highlights the nation's rapid expansion in the solar energy sector. India also ranks third globally in total installed renewable energy capacity, after China and the U.S.

The Central Government has established an Aviation Fuel Price Stabilisation Fund with an initial corpus of ?10,000 crore to protect domestic airlines from volatile Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices. The fund will be used to cap the price of ATF for domestic flights, though carriers will continue to pay Import Parity Prices for international operations.

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, is set to attend the final "breakthrough" blast for the Zojila tunnel on June 9, 2026. Located at an altitude of 11,578 feet, the tunnel will be India’s longest road tunnel and Asia’s longest bi-directional tunnel, providing crucial all-weather connectivity to Ladakh.

NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) has officially launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) services in Cambodia, the ninth country to adopt the system. In partnership with ACLEDA Bank Plc., the first phase enables Indian travellers to make payments at over 4.5 million Cambodian merchants by scanning the national KHQR code. A subsequent phase will establish a bi-directional payment corridor.

Scientists at Pune's Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) have developed a next-generation nanomedicine for breast cancer using a targeted gene-silencing strategy. Published in 'Advanced Healthcare Materials', the research details a system using biodegradable nanoparticles to deliver siRNA that targets the MUC1 receptor, leading to significant tumor growth inhibition in pre-clinical models.

The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL), New Delhi, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SGT University, Gurugram, to advance sports science education and anti-doping research. The collaboration aims to promote drug-free sports through joint research, student internships, and knowledge exchange in analytical testing and forensic sciences.

On World Bicycle Day, June 3, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, led a cycling event in New Delhi under the theme "Cycling for a Greener Future." The event aimed to promote cycling for health benefits and pollution reduction as part of the 'Fit, Healthy and Viksit Bharat' vision.

The Union Cabinet has approved a two-year scheme to curb air pollution by incentivising the replacement of old commercial vehicles, particularly in Delhi. The scheme offers a 5% interest subvention on loans for new vehicles for five years, monthly fuel vouchers up to ?4,800, and other benefits for purchasing Electric Vehicles (EVs). The National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB), under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, will manage the scheme's funding.

Chhattisgarh Governor Shri Ramen Deka has directed state officials to take immediate action against illegal sand mining, citing severe ecological damage to rivers and groundwater levels. The Governor called for a scientific approach to mining and suggested involving technical institutions like the IITs for resource assessment and management.

Under its 2026 Presidency, India hosted the first BRICS Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG) meeting virtually from June 2-3. Chaired by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), the meeting advanced discussions on international cooperation for asset recovery and tackling cross-border corruption. The next ACWG meeting is scheduled for August 4-5, 2026, in Hyderabad.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Lao PDR, H.E. Mr. Thongsavan Phomvihane, met with President Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on June 3, 2026, commemorating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors, including information technology, health, agriculture, and renewable energy.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Ms. Mette Frederiksen on her re-election for a third term as the Prime Minister of Denmark. Shri Modi reaffirmed the strong bilateral partnership and expressed his commitment to further strengthening the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership.

The United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary, Ms. Yvette Cooper, is in India for a meeting with External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to review bilateral relations. The visit, which follows Ms. Cooper's recent trip to China and a visit by the UK's Business and Trade Secretary, signifies sustained high-level engagement aimed at strengthening strategic and economic partnerships between the two nations.

The Government of India has condemned an attack on a Kuwaiti airport, attributed to Iran, which resulted in the death of an Indian national. In its official response, India called for an immediate cessation of strikes on civilian targets, highlighting the presence of over one million Indian expatriates in Kuwait.

In a notable diplomatic overture, Turkey's Foreign Minister has stated that its strong ties with Pakistan should not adversely affect its relationship with India. The minister emphasised that both nations are "mature enough" to manage compartmentalised foreign relations, signalling Turkey's intent to foster independent bilateral engagement with New Delhi.

A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment, chaired by Shri P.C. Mohan, reviewed the services of Mumbai's Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities (Divyangjan) on June 3, 2026. The committee inaugurated a renovated Audiological Wing and released two publications: 'Growing Together', an early intervention module, and a 'Communication Linguistic Assessment Protocol in Bangla for Right Hemisphere Disorders'.

India is set to host the World Yogasana Sport Championship 2026 in Ahmedabad from June 4 to 8. The event, organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, is expected to feature over 500 athletes from more than 70 countries, marking a significant step in promoting Yogasana as a global competitive sport.

Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, released a booklet titled “From Aspiration to Achievement,” documenting the success stories of entrepreneurs from Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. The entrepreneurs were supported under the Venture Capital Fund for SCs/BCs and the Ambedkar Social Innovation and Incubation Mission (ASIIM).

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognizance of the trafficking and sexual assault of a 17-year-old tribal girl from Dhenkanal, Odisha. The Commission has issued notices to the Director Generals of Police of Uttar Pradesh and Odisha, demanding a detailed report on the investigation and rehabilitation measures within two weeks.

The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has introduced three new Master of Arts programmes: Health Communication, Media and Communication Governance, and Corporate Communication and Brand Management. Admissions to its six MA and four PG Diploma programmes will be based on scores from the Common University Entrance Test for Postgraduate (CUET-PG).

The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated a series of tribal innovation initiatives at the national conclave of Integrated Tribal Development Agencies (ITDA). Emphasising the government's commitment to inclusive growth, President Murmu stated that tribal communities must be integral to India's development narrative. The new initiatives are designed to promote entrepreneurship and innovation within tribal populations.

The West Bengal government has launched the 'Annapurna Yojana', a direct benefit transfer scheme providing ?3,000 per month to eligible women. Inaugurated by Chief Minister Shri Suvendu Adhikari, the scheme has enrolled 28,25,769 verified beneficiaries in its initial phase.

The Delhi High Court has observed that the unnatural death of a young married woman necessitates prompt and diligent police investigation to prevent the destruction of evidence. The court made the remark while denying anticipatory bail in a dowry death case, criticising an eight-month delay in filing the FIR and urging magisterial courts to handle such applications with greater urgency.

Kuwait's armed forces announced the successful interception of 13 ballistic missiles and 17 drones that violated its airspace on June 3, 2026, amidst heightened regional tensions. Following comprehensive security assessments, operations at Kuwait's main airport terminal, which were temporarily affected, have since resumed.

In the Indonesia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament, Indian shuttlers P.V. Sindhu and Ayush Shetty advanced to the second round on June 3, 2026. Both players secured victories in their respective opening matches of the prestigious BWF World Tour event.

The Indian women's national football team is set to face Bhutan in the semi-final of the SAFF Women’s Championship on June 3, 2026, in Margao, Goa. A victory in the match will secure India's place in the final of the premier South Asian football tournament.