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Ministry of Commerce & Industry Says India Engaged with U.S. Over Proposed Tariffs Under Section 301 Investigation

New Delhi, June 3: The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has said that India is actively engaging with the United States following the conclusion of investigations by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) under Section 301 of the U.S. Trade Act, which could lead to additional tariffs on imports from several countries, including India. According to…

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Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports Launches Viksit Vibrant Village Program 2026 to Boost Youth Participation in Border Areas

New Delhi, June 3: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, through its youth engagement platform MY Bharat, has launched the first phase of the Viksit Vibrant Village Program (VVVP) 2026, a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening youth participation, promoting national integration and supporting sustainable development in India’s border villages. The programme will see 500…

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Delhi Hotel Fire Tragedy: 21 Dead, Over 40 Rescued as Massive Blaze Engulfs Malviya Nagar Hotel

New Delhi, June 3: At least 21 people lost their lives and more than 40 others were rescued after a devastating fire broke out at a hotel in South Delhi’s Malviya Nagar area on Wednesday morning, triggering a massive emergency response and rescue operation. According to officials, the Delhi Fire Services received information about the…

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Stone Pelting, Vandalism and Firing Reported at Khan Sir’s Coaching Centre in Patna; Police Probe Rivalry Angle

Patna, June 3: A major security scare unfolded in Bihar’s capital after educator Faisal Khan, popularly known as Khan Sir, reported an attack on his coaching institute in Patna. The incident involved alleged stone pelting, vandalism and reports of firing outside the coaching centre, leaving a security guard injured and triggering protests by students. According…

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PM Modi Announces Ex-Gratia for Victims of Malviya Nagar Fire Tragedy

New Delhi, June 3, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating fire incident in Delhi’s Malviya Nagar that claimed 21 lives and left several others injured. The Prime Minister announced financial assistance from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the affected families and injured victims. According to the…

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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Announces WAVES OTT Crosses 1 Crore Registered Users

New Delhi, June 2: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has announced that WAVES OTT, the digital streaming platform of Prasar Bharati, has surpassed 1 crore registered users, marking a major milestone in the growth of India’s public service digital media ecosystem. The platform achieved the feat in less than two years since its launch…

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President Droupadi Murmu Urges Tribal Youth to Leverage Education and Technology for Nation-Building

New Delhi, June 2: President of India Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday encouraged young people from tribal communities to harness the power of education and technology while remaining connected to their cultural roots, stating that they have a crucial role to play in building a strong, prosperous and self-reliant India. The President made these remarks while…

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Ministry of Commerce & Industry Revises Wholesale Price Index Base Year to 2022–23, Introduces Producer Price Indices

New Delhi, June 2: The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has approved a major overhaul of India’s price measurement framework by revising the base year of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) from 2011–12 to 2022–23 and introducing a new set of Producer Price Indices (PPIs). The updated indices will be officially released on June 15,…

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Ministry of Railways Achieves Major Milestone as Third Mountain Tunnel Breakthrough Completed for Bullet Train Project

Mumbai, June 2: The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project has reached another significant construction milestone with the successful breakthrough of its third mountain tunnel in Maharashtra. The achievement marks continued progress in the development of India’s first high-speed rail corridor. The newly completed tunnel, designated MT-07, is located near Ambesari village in Dahanu taluka of Palghar…

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Ministry of Education Launches PM Research Chair Scheme 2026 to Attract Global Indian Talent

New Delhi, June 2: The Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education has opened applications for the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026, a major national initiative aimed at bringing distinguished Indian-origin researchers, scientists, technologists, and industry experts from across the world to contribute to India’s growing research and innovation ecosystem. The…

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