Praveen Sood’s tenure as CBI chief has been extended by one year, marking his second extension in office. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet cleared the move beyond May 24, 2026. Sood had taken charge in May 2023 for a two-year term, with the latest decision following a selection committee meeting.
MobiKwik delivered a profitable Q4, posting ₹4.4 crore profit despite revenue contraction. Better payments margins—driven by lower gateway costs and higher-margin merchant activity—helped offset the drag from surging zero-MDR UPI volume. The company is also reshaping its mix with ZIP EMI lending and expanding merchant QR and POS investments. Separately, India’s CCTV shake-up is pushing AI camera and chip startups to fill the China gap.
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Ghaziabad police say two wanted men, Zubair and Sameer, were killed in an early-morning encounter in Wave City. The suspects were allegedly linked to an ATM cash van robbery, with police recovering Rs 9 lakh from them. Three officers were injured during the operation, officials confirmed as the case moves forward.
Investigators say accused Shubham Khairnar allegedly profited from the NEET-UG 2026 question paper leak by reselling it after obtaining the document. Officials report the paper’s transfer and delivery were carried out via an unknown encrypted messaging application, then Khairnar allegedly sold the leaked paper to secondary buyers for far more, targeting a ₹15 lakh return.
Railway pensioners and family pensioners are set to get a Dearness Relief hike, with DR rising from 58% to 60% of basic pension. The revised rates will take effect from January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to offset rising prices. Millions of retirees are expected to see higher monthly payouts after the change.
IndiGo has announced it will begin commercial operations from Noida International Airport in Jewar on June 15, 2026. The airline will run the inaugural flights on routes including Lucknow to Noida, Noida to Bengaluru, Bengaluru to Noida, and Noida to Lucknow. IndiGo is set to be the first carrier operating out of the newly built hub.
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President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday marked the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, launched after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. She praised the armed forces for their firm action against terrorism and said the operation exemplifies India’s commitment to national security. The remarks highlighted the link between the tragic attack and the military response that followed.
As India’s heatwaves intensify, gig delivery platforms including Amazon, Zomato, Blinkit, Swiggy, BigBasket and Flipkart are rolling out tech-driven and on-ground heat safety measures. Companies are expanding insurance coverage, adding SOS and weather alerts in apps, installing cooling infrastructure in dark stores, and offering cooling vests, doctor consultations and rest stops. A union is now pushing for enforceable legal protections.
An intense heatwave across India is forcing schools to adjust routines as temperatures cross 44°C. Multiple states have moved classes to early mornings, announced early summer vacations, or ordered temporary closures. Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and Maharashtra are among those changing school hours, while Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Tripura have preponed holidays or shut schools to protect students.
Industrialist Anant Ambani launched a comprehensive healthcare initiative for all 650 working horses in Matheran, Maharashtra, marking his birthday. The effort focuses on the animals that power local transportation in Asia’s only automobile free hill station. For many residents and visitors, these horses are essential to daily movement through the hill town.
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The Delhi High Court has sought a government response over long-standing vacancies in the Delhi State Minorities Commission, with chair and member posts left unfilled since 2023. The court warned that such crucial roles must not remain vacant, stressing urgency despite any timelines under the relevant legal framework.
Raghav Chadha’s sudden exit from AAP to join BJP along with six MPs has triggered instant chaos—first in political circles, then across social media. Memes, satire, and reactions poured in as users turned the dramatic switch into jokes, fueling a viral debate on loyalty, optics, and what happens next in Parliament.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed devotees as Kedarnath Temple opened for pilgrims, calling the moment auspicious. In a message shared on X, he framed the Chardham yatra as a celebration of faith and unity, thanked those involved in preparations, and urged pilgrims to have a blessed journey while enjoying the spiritual significance of the trek to Kedarnath.
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