Daily Bulletin

Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, is scheduled to attend the concluding ceremony of the month-long nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' on June 30, 2026. The main event, to be held in Bawal, Haryana, will feature direct interactions between the Union Minister, farmers, and agricultural scientists to discuss the campaign's outcomes and future strategies for crop protection and scientific farming.

The Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced two key initiatives to support the Indian film industry on June 29, 2026. A high-level Study Group, chaired by Shri Prasoon Joshi, has been formed to recommend a comprehensive policy framework, with a report due in three months. Additionally, the Ministry has circulated a set of 'Model State Cinema Regulations' to all states to standardise rules and expedite the development of cinema infrastructure.

The Union Law Ministry launched a "Fresh Application Module" on the Notary Portal on June 29, 2026, enabling eligible legal practitioners to apply online for appointment as a Notary Public. Developed by the Department of Legal Affairs and the National Informatics Centre (NIC), the initiative digitises the application process under the Notaries Act, 1952, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency in line with the Digital India vision.

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) celebrated the 20th Statistics Day on June 29, 2026, commemorating the 133rd birth anniversary of Prof. P. C. Mahalanobis. During the event, Dr. Arup Bose, Professor (Retd.) from the Indian Statistical Institute, was conferred with the Sukhatme National Award in Statistics 2026 for his contributions to the field. MoSPI also released key publications, including the Sustainable Development Goals – National Indicator Framework Progress Report, 2026.

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, is scheduled to visit Andhra Pradesh from June 30 to July 1, 2026. She will attend the first convocation of the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh in Vizianagaram on June 30, followed by the first convocation of the Central University of Andhra Pradesh in Ananthapuramu on July 1.

The Union Health Ministry unveiled the Operational Guidelines on National Ambulance Services (NAS), 2026, a new framework to standardise emergency medical transport across the country. The guidelines mandate AIS-125 compliant ambulances, the establishment of Integrated Command and Dispatch Centres with GPS tracking, and the progressive integration of services with the unified emergency number '112'. This data-driven approach aims to reduce response times and improve patient outcomes.

A Parliamentary Standing Committee has initiated a review of the contentious Mullaperiyar dam issue, which, while located in Kerala, is operated by Tamil Nadu. The committee's engagement underscores the continued significance of this inter-state water dispute, primarily centred on the dam's structural safety and water-level management.

The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu, has directed officials to uphold the highest quality standards in the construction of the state's capital, Amaravati. This directive signals a renewed administrative focus on accelerating the development of the greenfield capital city project.

Dr. P.K. Mishra, the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, has stated that data-driven governance is essential for achieving the 'Viksit Bharat' vision, calling administrative data a "strategic national asset." He noted that significant reforms, including new surveys and updated macroeconomic indicators, have been introduced to modernise India's statistical ecosystem.

Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah has assured the central government's full support to the flood-affected states of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. In Assam, severe flooding has impacted 45,839 people across seven districts, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, with rescue and relief operations currently underway.

Following a directive from the Calcutta High Court, the West Bengal Legislative Assembly has passed amendment bills removing 77 Muslim communities from the state's Other Backward Classes (OBCs) list. Concurrently, the amendments have revised the reservation quota for OBCs, reducing it from 10% to 7%.

The case concerning the alleged abduction, rape, and murder of nurse Sarla Bhat in Srinagar has reached the courts after a delay of 36 years. The State Investigation Agency (SIA) has identified Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) chief Yasin Malik as a key accused in the 1990 killing.

Eight new members of the Rajya Sabha took their oath of office, following which Congress President Shri Mallikarjun Kharge was re-appointed as the Leader of Opposition. His recognition was granted under the Salary and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in Parliament Act, 1977, following his re-election to the house from Karnataka.

The West Bengal government has introduced a new bill aimed at curbing anti-social activities, which includes a provision for preventive detention for a period of up to 12 months. The proposed legislation is intended to serve as a tool to prevent riots and other forms of public disorder.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued new guidelines for implementing the three-language policy under the National Education Policy 2020. Students from Classes VI to X will study three languages, with at least two being native to India, with a phased rollout beginning for Class VI in 2026-27. However, the CBSE has granted a one-time exemption to current Class IX students, who will have their third language assessed only at the school level.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated several new healthcare projects in the Champawat district, with a total investment exceeding ₹40 crore. The key initiative was a new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) facility, part of the state's effort to strengthen public health infrastructure in remote areas.

The Akal Takht, the highest temporal authority of Sikhism, has summoned 78 Sikh Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) in Punjab in connection with the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026. The MLAs have been given a one-month deadline to appear, highlighting the institution's influence in state legislative matters.

The State Bank of India (SBI) had reportedly alerted the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust about irregularities in its donation counting process three months before the issue became public. In a related development, the Faizabad bar association has warned its members against legally representing any of the accused in the embezzlement case.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has expanded its scheme for replacing old commercial vehicles in the Delhi-NCR by signing MoUs with three more manufacturers, bringing the total to nine. Participating OEMs will offer an 8% discount on eligible vehicles, supplemented by a 5% interest subvention from the Central Government and significant tax concessions from State Governments to incentivise the transition to cleaner transport.

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas announced the withdrawal of temporary regulatory measures on the sale of petrol and diesel, effective July 1, 2026. The restrictions, including a 200-litre per customer limit on diesel, were introduced on June 12, 2026, to curb hoarding amidst supply disruptions. The decision follows a review indicating that the supply situation for petroleum products has normalised across the country.

The Union Cabinet has approved an additional Government of India investment of ₹30,000 crore in the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), doubling the total government commitment to ₹60,000 crore. This capital infusion is intended to anchor NIIF’s second infrastructure-focused fund, which will have a target corpus of nearly ₹30,000 crore. The investment aims to accelerate development in key sectors and catalyse institutional capital to support the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

India's seafood exports reached a record high of USD 8.45 billion in the fiscal year 2025-26, with value-added products contributing approximately 10%. To boost this segment, the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) will host the second National Seafood Skill Olympiad from July 1-3, 2026. The event aims to enhance workforce skills and support the national target of increasing the share of value-added products in total seafood exports to 25% by 2030.

The Directorate General of Taxpayer Services (DGTS) and the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI) held a joint webinar on best appellate practices for the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). Officials highlighted that the operationalisation of GSTAT is a major milestone for providing an efficient appellate mechanism under the GST regime. The session also provided practical guidance to taxpayers on procedural requirements to avoid common errors and reduce litigation.

India's industrial output, measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), grew by 5.1% in May 2026, according to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). This figure is a key indicator of the performance of the nation's manufacturing, mining, and electricity sectors.

HDFC Bank has appointed Shri Rajiv Kumar, the former Chief Election Commissioner of India, as its part-time non-executive chairman. This key leadership appointment follows the departure of the previous chairman, Shri Atanu Chakraborty, in March 2026, who had cited internal issues inconsistent with his ethics.

The cultivation of urad (black gram) faces a potential setback this season, with the sown area declining by nearly 40% year-on-year as of June 19. According to government data, the sharp reduction is attributed to a delayed monsoon and increased competition from other crops, which could impact domestic supply and prices.

A Cessna 152 training aircraft crashed in a field in the Kasganj district of Uttar Pradesh, leaving the trainee pilot injured. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered a formal probe to ascertain the cause of the crash, which will examine potential technical failures and human error.

Following a directive from the Prime Minister, Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will undertake a two-day visit to the Northeast to assess the flood situation. He will chair a high-level review meeting in Guwahati, Assam, on June 30, 2026, to evaluate crop damage and relief operations, followed by aerial and ground surveys of flood-affected areas in Arunachal Pradesh on July 1, 2026.

The Delhi government has notified its new Electric Vehicle (EV) policy, which provides a 100% exemption on road tax and registration fees for select EV categories until 2030. The policy also aims to strategically phase out new registrations for petrol-powered two-wheelers and CNG-fuelled auto-rickshaws to curb vehicular pollution.

A recent incident in Gujarat, where a five-year-old boy was killed by a lioness, has highlighted the escalating human-lion conflict in the state. Reports suggest that factors such as increasing heat, encroachment on wildlife habitats, and the prevalence of illegal lion shows are contributing to the rise in such fatal encounters.

The Union government is set to overhaul the vehicular Pollution Under Control (PUC) system, introducing mandatory geo-tagging of testing centres and data encryption to prevent fraud. This reform is partly based on learnings from Real Driving Emissions (RDE) testing, which is also guiding the development of the forthcoming Bharat Stage-7 (BS-7) emission norms.

Mumbai's suburbs experienced intense overnight rainfall on June 29, 2026, with several areas receiving over 100 mm of precipitation. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the highest rainfall was recorded in Veena Nagar, Mulund, at 160.4 mm, leading to significant waterlogging and traffic disruptions.

Under India's BRICS Chairship, the Ministry of Women and Child Development convened the Third Preparatory Meeting of the BRICS Women Track on June 29, 2026. Chaired by Ministry Secretary Shri Anil Malik, the virtual meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming BRICS Women Working Group and Ministerial Meetings in Kochi, Kerala. Member countries reviewed key outcomes, including the Digital Repository of Best Practices and the BRICS Women’s Capacity Building Guidelines, under the theme 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.'

India marked its largest-ever participation at North America's Summer Fancy Food Show 2026, with an India Pavilion featuring over 70 exhibitors in New York. Jointly organised by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and the India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the pavilion showcased premium agricultural products, including six mango varieties. The initiative aims to tap into an estimated USD 30-50 billion market opportunity for Indian food products in North America over the next decade.

Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, met with a delegation from the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BRICS CCI) in New Delhi. The discussions focused on strategies for enhancing and strengthening industry-led global ecosystems and fostering greater collaboration in trade, technology, and commerce among the BRICS member countries.

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly condemned Pakistan's recent military attacks inside Afghanistan, describing them as a "direct threat to regional peace" and a "blatant act of aggression." The MEA stated that the strikes demonstrate Pakistan's "persistent pattern of reckless behaviour" in the region.

India's Foreign Secretary has formally clarified that the government does not officially support or recognise recent "Track 2" dialogues with Pakistan, stating that such informal engagements hold no value in the formal diplomatic process. This reaffirms India's established policy of engaging with Pakistan primarily through official channels and underscores that its "red lines," particularly concerning terrorism, remain unchanged by these private initiatives.

Minister of State Shri Pabitra Margherita and Bihar Governor Shri Syed Ata Hasnain are expected to represent India at the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader. The high-level delegation follows a formal invitation extended by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

Following Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's visit, India has reinforced its strategic partnership with Seychelles through key defence and technology initiatives. The agreements include the redeployment of four Indian military advisers, the provision of patrol vessels, and enhanced cooperation in Artificial Intelligence to strengthen India's security role in the Indian Ocean region.

The Union Health Ministry launched the SUMAN Roadmap 2030, a strategic framework to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of reducing the Maternal Mortality Ratio to below 70 per 100,000 live births. The initiative will implement time-bound interventions across 130 high-focus districts, featuring strategies such as tracking high-risk pregnancies, promoting community ownership through 'SUMAN Panchayats', and strengthening health infrastructure.

The Union Health Minister launched the Samagra Shishu Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SSBSK), a unified national programme for child health from birth to 36 months. The programme integrates existing home-based care schemes and introduces a risk-stratified approach for intensified follow-up of 'At-risk' children. It will also leverage digital platforms like the JANANI Portal and U-WIN Portal for child-wise tracking and integrated case management.

In Jharkhand's Palamu district, five members of a single family have died from a mysterious illness, prompting an urgent investigation by local health authorities. The probe aims to ascertain the cause of the deaths and implement measures to prevent a potential public health crisis in the area.

A special court in Pune has sentenced 65-year-old Bhimrao Kamble to death for the rape and murder of a three-year-old girl, classifying the crime as the "rarest of the rare." The judgment was based on an "unbroken chain of circumstantial and forensic evidence," with the judge stating that the convict's advanced age could not be a mitigating factor due to the heinous nature of the offence.

The Delhi High Court has cancelled the bail granted to a school staff member accused of raping a minor student, directing him to surrender before the designated Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POSCO) court. The High Court's intervention overturns a lower court's order, reinforcing legal safeguards for children under the Act.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) concluded the fifth edition of its Warfare & Aerospace Strategy Programme (WASP) with a Capstone Seminar in New Delhi on June 29, 2026. The six-month course, jointly conducted by the Centre for Aerospace Power and Strategic Studies (CAPSS) and the College of Air Warfare (CAW), is designed to embed a strategic thought process in mid-ranking officers from all three services. The inaugural WASP CAW Journal was also released during the event.

The Indian Army has formally refuted media reports of fresh encroachment by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Arunachal Pradesh, terming the claims "incorrect and without any basis." Meanwhile, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi described the situation at the Line of Actual Control as stable but sensitive.

Notorious dacoit Jagan Gurjar was found dead inside the high-security prison in Ajmer, Rajasthan, with police launching an investigation on suspicion of murder. Gurjar had gained national infamy in 2008 for allegedly threatening to blow up the ancestral property of former Chief Minister Smt. Vasundhara Raje.

Authorities have reportedly foiled a major terror plot in Mumbai with the arrest of an individual identified as Fayyaz Premji. The accused allegedly planned to poison people during Muharram processions, with investigations also probing a potential link to Iran.

Indian Army troops have apprehended a 31-year-old Pakistani national after he crossed the Line of Control (LoC) in the Balakote sector of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir. This incident marks the third time this month that an intruder from Pakistan has been captured in the Poonch sector.

Team India secured five medals, including three gold, at the Global Skills Challenge Australia 2026, a preparatory competition for the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai. The performance highlights India's growing competitiveness in advanced skills under the Skill India Mission. The gold medalists were Pavan Bhadravati Suresha (Additive Manufacturing), Mausam Kumar Giri (Cloud Computing), and Vishnupriya Sunil (Health and Social Care).

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, conferred 105 Distinguished Service Decorations and Gallantry Awards on personnel from the Defence Forces and the Indian Coast Guard at the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-II). The awards included 7 Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals, 30 Param Vishisht Seva Medals, and 56 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals. Key recipients of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal included Air Marshal Tarun Chaudhary and Lieutenant General Neeraj Varshney.