N. Ravi’s Media Freedom Call Puts Spotlight On Free Press Veteran journalist N. Ravi has said that this is the time to create an ideal environment for media freedom, bringing renewed attention to the importance of independent journalism in India. His statement has become significant at a time when public trust, editorial freedom and responsible reporting are central to the national media debate.

Rahul Singh, a 1996-batch IAS officer of the Bihar cadre, was removed as CBSE Chairman on June 2, 2026, following controversies around the Class 12 board exams. Singh, who assumed office in 2024, oversaw the implementation of several reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE). During his tenure, Singh introduced mother tongue instruction for pre-primary to Class 5 students, in line with NEP guidance that

South Africa’s Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile said India remains a reliable partner as he pushed for deeper India-South Africa trade ties during a working visit to New Delhi. Mashatile used the New Delhi leg of his six-day visit to invite Indian companies to expand investment in South Africa, especially in clean energy, pharmaceuticals, ICT, automotive components, infrastructure, agriculture and agro-processing. Mashatile seeks stronger India-South

India-Oman trade pact opens new route to Gulf beyond Hormuz 01-06-2026: The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has come into effect at a crucial time, giving India a stronger trade and energy link with the Gulf when shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is facing serious disruption. The pact, signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Muscat last year, gives Indian exporters wider duty-free access to the Omani market and streng

Commercial LPG cylinder price in Delhi has increased from June 1, adding fresh cost pressure on hotels, restaurants, caterers, cloud kitchens, bakeries and other businesses that use 19-kg cylinders for daily operations. According to reports citing industry sources and fuel retailer data, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has been raised by ₹42. The new rate is ₹3,113.50, compared with the earlier price of ₹3,071.50. The latest commercial LPG price hike come

May 30, 2026: Delhi Police Bust Alleged Cross-Border Terror Module Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected members of an alleged ISI-linked terror module. Investigators say the group was planning attacks in Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities. Major Terror Plot Suspected Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested nine suspected terrori

L K Atheeq Recalls Siddaramaiah’s Discipline During Personal Grief   Personal Loss And Public Duty Siddaramaiah’s political journey is often discussed through elections, welfare schemes, and budget decisions. But a recollection by bureaucrat L K Atheeq gives a more personal view of the Karnataka Chief Minister. After the death of his elder son, Rakesh Siddaramaiah, in 2

In May 2026, a digital protest movement called the Cockroach Janata Party, or CJP, emerged online in India. The movement was sparked by a controversial remark reportedly made by the Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, likening certain unemployed youth to “cockroaches.” While the comment was later clarified to refer only to fake degree holders, the youth quickly embraced the term, turning it into a symbol of their frustration with unemployment, inflation, and unfair recruitment practices.

Chola Heritage And India’s Recovery Efforts The return of the Leiden copper plates to India has once again brought attention to the extraordinary legacy of the Chola Empire. These plates, also known as the Anaimangalam copper plates, are among the most important written records of Chola history. They are not just inscriptions on metal, but valuable documents that reveal how the Cholas governed, recorded land grants and maint

Carney Calls For New Partnership Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for a new partnership with the United States during a speech in New York on Thursday, saying closer cooperation could help strengthen both countries. Carney said the global economy is going through a major rupture as the United States changes its commercial relationships, but argued that Canada and the US could still work together in key sectors such as aluminum, automobiles and critical minerals. His remarks came as trade tensions between the two neighbors continue to shape diplomatic and economic discussions. Trade Tensions Shape Message Carney has pledged to double Canadian exports to markets outside the United States over the next decade, while also signing more than 20 economic and security agreements in the past year. At the same time, US trade officials were in Mexico City for discussions on overhauling the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, though Canada was not part of the current round of talks. The exclusion adds pressure to Ottawa as it tries to protect its position in North American trade while reducing dependence on the US market. Canada Looks To Diversify The prime minister has previously described Canada’s close ties with the United States as vulnerabilities that must be corrected, especially after President Donald Trump threatened to annex Canada as the 51st state. Carney also criticized what he called American hegemony earlier this year, warning that deeper integration with major powers can create weaknesses that may be exploited. His government has moved to diversify partnerships, including a recent decision to buy military planes from Sweden instead of relying only on American manufacturers. In New York, however, Carney adopted a more conciliatory tone. He described the United States as dynamic, resilient and inventive, and said its founding values of liberty, democracy, justice and openness should continue to guide its future and the world. The message reflected a careful balancing act: Canada wants to reduce economic risk and expand global exports, but it also recognizes that cooperation with Washington on trade, security, autos, aluminum and critical minerals remains central to its long-term strategy.

US Pushes Tariffs Into Mexico Trade Talks The United States expects tariffs to be part of trade negotiations with Mexico this week as Washington prepares for talks tied to the future of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said President Donald Trump remains concerned about the trade deficit with Mexico and indicated that tariffs are likely to remain a tool in the administration’s broader trade strategy, even with close regional partners. Rules Of Origin Face Fresh Scrutiny Greer said officials are expected to discuss changes to USMCA rules of origin, including requirements that could increase the share of American-made content in goods produced across North America. The issue is especially important for manufacturing and supply chains, as the United States seeks to reduce dependence on Asia and bring more production closer to home. Greer said Mexico has benefited from American efforts to diversify away from China, but Washington wants a more balanced distribution of production. Mexico Talks Seen As Productive The United States views Mexico as a major part of its regional supply chain strategy because it competes with Asian economies for access to the US market. Greer said the administration wants supply chains sourced from the Western Hemisphere wherever possible, pointing to pandemic-era disruptions that limited access to goods from Asia. The goal, he said, is to strengthen North American manufacturing while reducing the deficit with Mexico. Canada Negotiations Look More Difficult Trade talks with Canada appear more complicated. Greer said the United States has significant trade challenges with Canada and noted that Ottawa’s response to tariffs has differed from that of many other partners. Canada has argued that USMCA remains a strong agreement and does not require major renegotiation. The disagreement sets up a difficult review process as Washington seeks tariff-related changes while Canada pushes to preserve the existing framework.

Tensions were reported in Mumbai’s Mira Road area ahead of Bakrid after a dispute broke out over goats allegedly being kept inside a residential housing complex for sacrifice. The incident took place at Srishti Complex in Poonam Cluster-1 near Mira Road, where some residents and members of Hindu organisations objected to a temporary shed reportedly built to house sacrificial goats within the society premises. Following objections during the day, the temporary structure w

India-US relations have become stronger and more important, but External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has made it clear that the partnership is not without challenges. His message is simple: India and America may have differences on trade, energy, diplomacy and global issues, but both countries must handle them maturely and keep the relationship moving forward. He sees the relationship as a serious strategic partnership based on shared interests, not as a one-sided friendship or dependence.

Marco Rubio’s India visit became more than a routine diplomatic tour. The US Secretary of State’s trip brought together serious India-US discussions, Quad cooperation, regional security concerns, critical minerals strategy and public attention around India’s extreme summer heat. Rubio visited India from May 23 to May 26, 2026, with his schedule covering Kolkata, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. His visit came at a time when Washington and New Delhi were trying to stren

Indian aviation investigators are preparing an interim report into last year’s deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash instead of a final report, as the investigation remains complex and incomplete ahead of the accident anniversary. The crash, which took place on June 12, 2025, involved an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating from Ahmedabad to London. The disaster killed 260 people, making it one of the deadliest aviation accidents

Old Delhi Redevelopment Plan Faces Delay Updated on May 26, 2026: The Old Delhi redevelopment plan has seen slow progress nearly four months after Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took charge as chairperson of the Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation on February 3, 2026. The move was presented as a major step to revive Shahjahanabad, the Walled City, and improve heritage conservation, tourism facilities and civic infrastructure around Chandni Chowk and Jama Masji

Bengaluru Police Suspensions After PM Modi Route Security Scare Six police personnel in Bengaluru have been suspended after two gelatin sticks were found near Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s movement route during his visit to the city on May 10, 2026. The suspensions were ordered by the Bengaluru South district police authorities pending a departmental inquiry into the incident. According to police, the material was discovered during routine route sanitisation and

CM Yogi Issues Bakrid Guidelines Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath issued fresh Bakrid guidelines ahead of Eid-ul-Adha 2026 on May 25, 2026, directing officials to ensure peaceful celebrations across the state with strict attention to law and order, traffic movement and public convenience. During a review meeting in Lucknow, he clearly stated that animal sacrifice

Petrol and diesel prices were increased again on Monday, May 25, 2026, marking the fourth fuel price hike in less than two weeks. Petrol has become costlier by Rs 2.61 per litre, while diesel has gone up by Rs 2.71 per litre. The new rates came into effect immediately across the country. According to current reports, Delhi’s petrol price has crossed Rs 100 per litre, while diesel prices in several major cities are now close to the Rs 100 mark. Reuters reported that India’s state-owned fue

Trump Praises PM Modi, Strengthens US-India Ties US President Donald Trump expressed strong admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him a personal friend and praising the deepening partnership between the United States and India. Speaking at an official event, Trump highlighted the robust economic performance of the US and reaffirmed India’s reliability as a strategic partner. “We’ve never been closer to