In response to a recent terrorist attack, the Amarnath Yatra will see unprecedented security measures, including nearly 50,000 CRPF personnel, surveillance drones, and bomb disposal squads. The 38-day pilgrimage will have heightened protection with road opening duties, quick action teams, and convoy escorts equipped with satellite phones and jammers.
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USBRL, Chenab bridge, Vande Bharat Express inauguration: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a key section of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, connecting Kashmir to the rest of India via an all-weather railway line. The project includes the world's highest railway arch bridge, the Chenab Bridge, and India's first cable-stayed bridge, the Anji Khad Bridge.
Rajat Patidar, Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain, chose to bowl first after winning the toss against Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1. RCB replaced Nuwan Thushara with Josh Hazlewood, while Punjab Kings brought in Azmatullah Omarzai for Marco Jansen. Yuzvendra Chahal's absence from Punjab Kings' XI due to a minor niggle raised concerns despite earlier hopes for his recovery.
The Bombay High Court declared Hemang Shah's arrest illegal due to the police's failure to produce him before a magistrate within 24 hours. Justices Gauri Godse and Somasekhar Sundaresan ordered his immediate release from Arthur Road Jail, citing a violation of Article 22(2) of the Constitution.
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut criticized the Bengal government, cautioning against turning the state into "North Korea," following the arrest of social media influencer Sharmishta Panoli for a controversial video. Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan questioned the "selective outrage," emphasizing that secularism should apply equally.
Prime Minister Modi, addressing a rally in Bihar, asserted that he fulfilled his promise to retaliate against Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, referencing Operation Sindoor. He highlighted the destruction of terror launchpads and Pakistani airbases. Modi also credited Nitish Kumar for Bihar's progress, contrasting it with the previous 'Jungle Raj' era, and noted the reduction of Naxal-affected districts.
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NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Suman Bery stated that India's economy is $15 trillion in PPP terms, over half the size of the US economy. He emphasized improving labor productivity, diversifying supply sources, and leveraging FTAs for economic growth.
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced recruitment for 47 District Statistical Officer (DSO) and Assistant Director (AD) posts under Advt. No. 38/2025. Online applications will be accepted from June 3 to June 24, 2025. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Economics. The preliminary exam is scheduled for August 3, 2025. Detailed vacancy and reservation information, eligibility criteria, and application instructions are available on the official BPSC... Expand
In Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district, three villagers were severely injured by an IED blast, marking the first civilian attack since the death of Maoist leader Basavaraju. The victims, identified as Vivek Dhodi, Badde Sunil, and Gote Joga, sustained splinter injuries while walking near Bandepara village.