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 1.US President Donald Trump on Thursday hinted at a "very big" trade deal with India, weeks after a team of negotiators from the two countries held four-day closed-door talks on the agreement. Addressing the 'Big Beautiful Event' at the White House, Trump said he has a "great deal" with India. We are having some great deals. We have one coming up, maybe with India. Very big one," he said. https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/donald-trump-hints-at-great-trade-deal-with-india-very-big-one-us-india-trade-talks-us-india-trade-deal-8772329 2.It began with a thunderous roar from Cape Canaveral and ended, about 28 hours later, with a gentle, precise docking around 400km above Earth as Dragon capsule Grace latched onto the International Space Station (ISS) at 4.02pm Thursday.Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, aka Shux, quietly made history, entering ISS at 5.44pm, a minute after commander Peggy Whitson https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/axiom-4-mission-shubh...

 1.As night enveloped Cape Canaveral, India entered a new dawn when the Falcon-9 rocket lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 2.31am ET (12.01pm IST). In the pilot seat of 'Dragon', the Axiom-4 space capsule that would take a four-member crew to the International Space Station on Thursday, was India's Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/indias-time-in-space-axiom-4-finally-takes-off-shubhanshu-shukla-becomes-first-indian-to-cross-karman-line/articleshow/122078919.cms‘US  2.US carried too much burden’: NATO leaders agree to increase defence spending.-NATO leaders meeting in The Hague Wednesday agreed to raise defence spending to 5 per cent of their countries’ economic output by 2025.In a joint statement, they said they were united against “profound security threats and challenges, in particular the long-term threat posed by Russia to Euro-Atlantic security and the persistent threat of terrorism”. https://indianexpress.c...

 1.As the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran holds on Wednesday, the US has stated it will now move forward with the nuclear dela negotiations with Iran.   However, despite US President Donald Trump's warning to Iran and Israel regarding fresh attacks. https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/israel-iran-war-live-updates-trump-ceasefire-violation-qatar-us-base-khamenei-missile-strikes-news-doha-flights-tehran-101750764322662.html 2.National Security Adviser Ajit Doval on Tuesday emphasised the need to abandon double standards in combating terrorism and urged members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to hold accountable perpetrators and sponsors of cross-border terror, an apparent swipe at Pakistan. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/at-sco-meet-nsa-doval-s-pointed-call-to-abandon-double-standards-on-terror-101750769918014.html 3.The University of Mumbai last week announced the launch of three masterclasses under its innovation and incubation ar...

 1.Trump announces Iran-Israel ceasefire.:Tehran telegraphed its retaliatory attack to the Americans indicates that it wants to retain space for negotiations and recuperate. Hours later, Donald Trump announced the Iran and Israel have agreed to a complete ceasefire https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/why-iran-gave-early-notice-of-its-attack-on-us-base-in-qatar-10084302/ 2.Health warnings are an effective way to help people quit tobacco use and India is among the countries identified as having best-practice-level graphic health warning labels in 2024, showed a WHO report released on Monday.The World Health Organisation’s Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 report, which focusses on measures to warn people about the harms of tobacco, revealed that the most striking gains have been in graphic health warnings, one of the key measures under the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) https://indianexpress.com/article/india/india-scores-high-in-graphic-health...

 1.The United States has issued a sweeping global security alert for its citizens following its military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The State Department warned of potential reprisals against Americans, and ordered the departure of non-essential diplomatic staff from Lebanon, while also issuing specific advisories for Türkiye and Saudi Arabia.The US missile strikes which President Donald Trump claimed. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/us-iran-tensions-spike-washington-issues-worldwide-caution-tehran-says-response-to-american-strikes-will-be-proportionate/articleshow/122013293.cms 2.Oil prices surged: Benchmark Brent Crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) jumped over 3 per cent, reaching $81.40 and $78.40 per barrel respectively, both hitting five-month highs, after a US strike on three nuclear sites in Iran. In equity markets, S&P 500 futures dipped 0.5 per cent, while Nasdaq futures fell 0.6 per cent. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside ...

  The White House on Thursday said that President Donald Trump will make a decision within the next two weeks on whether to launch a military strike against Iran. The announcement comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran over  the Israel-Iran conflict . https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/trump-will-make-decision-on-whether-to-attack-iran-within-two-weeks-says-white-house-2743364-2025-06-19

 1.As the Israel-Iran conflict entered its seventh day on Thursday, US President Donald Trump declined to reveal whether the United States would join Israel’s military campaign targeting Iranian nuclear sites. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump said, “I may do it. I may not do it. I mean, nobody knows what I'm going to do.” https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/nobody-knows-what-donald-trump-s-cryptic-threat-amid-escalating-israel-iran-conflict-101750292877082.html 2.Indian students studying in Iran have thanked the Indian government for evacuating them from the conflict-torn country, but expressed displeasure over the buses that the Jammu and Kashmir government provided to them to travel back home from Delhi.The office of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said it has "taken note" of the request of the students and is coordinating with the Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation to ensure "proper deluxe buses" for them. https:...

 1.India and Canada have agreed to designate new High Commissioners for the first time since 2023 — when Canada accused the Indian government of orchestrating killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar — with a view to returning to regular services to citizens and businesses in both countries. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-canada-agree-to-designate-new-high-commissioners/article69707286.ece 2.Air India Plane Crash: On 17 June 2025, Air India announced the cancellation of several key international flights, affecting passengers across various routes. Affected routes include Ahmedabad to London, Delhi to Paris, London to Amritsar, Mumbai-San Francisco, and more https://www.livemint.com/news/air-india-787-dreamliner-cancels-seven-international-flights-within-24-hours-days-after-ahmedabad-plane-crash-11750166761065.html 3.The government has formally announced that the 16th Census of India will take place in two phases, with the reference dates set as March 1, 202...

 1.US President Donald Trump will cut short his visit to the Group of Seven summit in Canada and leave on Monday night due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, the White House announced."Because of what's going on in the Middle East, President Trump will be leaving tonight after dinner with Heads of State," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote on X. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/middle-east-crisis-donald-trump-to-leave-g7-summit-early-over-iran-israel-conflict-warns-tehran-to-evacuate-immediately/articleshow/121896046.cms 2.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday arrived in Canada's Kananaskis to attend the G7 Summit. This marks his first visit to Canada in a decade.Prime Minister Narendra Modi.(DPR PMO)Discussions with world leaders at the G-7 Summit will be focused on crucial global issues, including energy security, technology and innovation. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/g7-summit-canada-pm-narendra-modi-indi...

 1.Leaders of some of the world's biggest economic powers arrive in the Canadian Rockies on Sunday (June 15, 2025) for a Group of Seven summit, overshadowed by an escalating conflict between Israel and Iran and U.S. President Donald Trump's unresolved trade war with allies and rivals alike. https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/g7-leaders-gather-in-canada-for-summit-overshadowed-by-israel-iran-crisis-trade-wars/article69698224.ece 2.Becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Cyprus in 23 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the Mediterranean island country Sunday where he was greeted at the airport by President Nikos Christodoulides.Touched by this “special gesture” of welcoming him at the airport, Modi said, “This visit will add significant momentum to India-Cyprus relations, especially in areas like trade, investment and more.” https://indianexpress.com/article/india/pm-modi-reaches-cyprus-turkeys-rival-eu-chair-next-year-to-deepen-ties-10068963/ 3.A heavy...

 241 Dead In Air India Crash, PM Modi Visits Site In Ahmedabad- 1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ahmedabad on Friday and visited the site of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash that killed 241 people a day earlier, one of the worst air disasters in recent times. The Prime Minister arrived at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport and drove straight to the crash site in the Meghaninagar area, officials said. He was accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ahmedabad-air-india-crash-pm-modi-reaches-ahmedabad-visits-air-india-crash-site-8656262 2.President Donald Trump on Wednesday said a trade agreement was reached between the US and China, pending final approval from him and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The announcement follows weeks of escalated tensions between the two countries and two days of intense trade negotiations. Central to the deal is China’s commitment to supply essential magnets and any necessary rare earth m...

 1.The Donald Trump administration has revised the green card applications, whereby a renewed medical examination form will be required for every permanent residency application. This change will be effective immediately.The US Citizenship and Immigration Services in a notification on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 informed regarding the latest revision, where the Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record or Form I-693 is only valid when the application is submitted. https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/green-card-rule-change-trump-admin-makes-this-form-effective-immediately-heres-everything-applicants-must-know-11749689001869.html 2.As India works to expand its footprint in Europe, PM Narendra Modi will visit Cyprus on his way to Canada for the G7 summit and Croatia while returning home.Both Cyprus and Croatia are members of the EU and the former will hold the rotating presidency of the EU Council for the first half of the next year. https://timesofindia.indiatim...

1.The US Embassy in India has issued a strong advisory to Indians travelling to the United States. In a statement, the embassy noted that Washington "will not tolerate any abuse of visas or illegal entry" into the country. https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/wont-tolerate-visa-abuse-indian-students-viral-video-sparks-us-warning-8633499 2.The Indian government is planning a new rule that will limit how cool your air conditioner can go. If the regulation comes into effect, you won’t be able to set your AC below 20 degree Celsius, even during extreme heat. So, what triggered this decision? It’s all part of a larger effort to save electricity and manage India’s rising energy demand, power minister Manohar Lal Khattar said. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/new-ac-rule-in-india-why-you-may-not-be-able-to-cool-below-20-c-soon-101749615211088.html 3.India has continued to witness a rise in the Covid-19 cases, with the total climbing over 6,800 in the latest 24-hour cycle with Ka...

 1.A day after inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the upcoming G7 meeting in Alberta, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada said India is the fifth-largest market in the world and therefore had to be included in the summit, which will see the participation of the world’s leading economies. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/modi-accepts-canadian-pm-carneys-invitation-to-g-7-promises-renewed-vigour-in-ties/article69665291.ece 2.Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday said the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)’s plan for conducting Class 10 board exams twice a year from 2026 will de-stress students from exam pressure while adding that the Indian school education system is competent enough across the country to handle board examinations twice a year. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/indian-school-education-system-competent-enough-to-handle-board-examinations-twice-a-year-dharmendra-pradhan-101749497733402.html 3.Covid-19 Update, June 9: India'...

 1.The fate of the 10% baseline tariffs that the Trump administration invoked on imports from all countries on April 2 is among the issues now at the heart of negotiations between New Delhi and Washington as they attempt to hammer out an early tranche of the trade deal, people aware of the matter have said. https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/india-seeks-exemption-from-us-baseline-tariff-101749321885012.html 2.Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 leaders’ summit being hosted by Canada this month, several Indo-Canadians groups have supported the invitation and stressed that anti-India protesters may be loud but they comprise a fraction of the community. https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/indocanadian-groups-support-the-visit-of-indian-pm-to-the-g7-leaders-summit-101749445637719.html 3.India will prioritise protecting its farmers' interests while assessing potential gains and losses in the ongoing trade negotiations with the U.S. over agricultural market access, Union ...

 1.The day was established in 1938 by the Salvation Army to commemorate the ‘Doughnut Lassies’ women who served comfort and fried dough to soldiers in France during World War I.“National Donut Day is a time to remember the lasting impact of a unique piece of history and to honor the heroic men and women who have served our country,” said The Salvation Army's national commander, Merle Heatwole in an official statement. https://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/us-news/national-donut-day-2025-here-s-where-to-score-all-the-freebies-and-sweet-deals-101749178055790.html 2.Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr. P. K. Mishra, participated in the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Working Group Roundtable on the margins of the Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction (GPDRR) 2025 in Geneva today. During the discussions, he emphasized the G20’s pivotal role in advancing global disaster risk reduction efforts by leveraging economic capacity alongside development imperatives. He cal...

 1.US President Donald Trump issued a proclamation implementing a travel ban on nationals from 12 countries, citing national security risks, according to the White House."The Proclamation fully restricts and limits the entry of nationals from 12 countries found to be deficient with regard to screening and vetting and determined to pose a very high risk to the United States," the White House said in a statement.- http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/121635168.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst 2.The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoH&FW) data shows that seven people have lost their lives, and the nation's active COVID-19 cases now stand at 4,302 as of 5 June 2025.The daily updating database also highlighted that 276 new COVID-19 cases have been added to the official numbers as of Wednesday. The Ministry data sheds light on 44 people losing their lives to the global pandemic, which made a recent comeback in Indi...

US student visa pause makes no sense and does real harm.- This is a season of anxiety for international students in the US, who find themselves demonized by the Trump administration as it devises new ways to limit their numbers. The latest tactic came in a diplomatic cable from Secretary of State Marco Rubio to US embassies and consulates abroad, ordering a halt to the student visa interviews necessary to enter the country.- https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/nri/study/us-student-visa-pause-makes-no-sense-and-does-real-harm/articleshow/121561315.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Lee Jae-myung on his election as South Korean president, expressing eagerness to strengthen the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership. https://www.livemint.com/news/india/look-forward-to-working-together-pm-modi-congratulates-lee-jae-myung-on-being-elected-south-korean-president-11749006778741.html Amid demands...

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