Friday, June 12, 2026

Top US diplomat summoned again as anger mounts over vessel attacks; govt says use of lethal force against civilian shipping unacceptable

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June 12, 2026

The summoning, again as opposed to the last time, took place in full public glare with the media allowed to film his arrival at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Deputy chief of mission Meeks is officiating as charge d’affaires in the absence of ambassador Sergio Gor, who is on a visit to Central Asia.

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Standard helmets & seat belts could have saved thousands of lives on roads in 2024

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June 12, 2026

As per a UN Motorcycle Helmet Study, motorcyclists are 26 times more likely to die in road crashes than drivers of cars and wearing an appropriate helmet “improves their chances of survival by 42% and helps avoid 69% of injuries to riders.” Similarly, as per World Health Organisation, seat-belts are approximately 50% effective in preventing fatalities in crashes in which motorists would otherwise die.

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Planning of cities must be people-centric, says Manohar Lal as Brics forum adopts urban pact

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June 12, 2026

Cities must prioritize people and their needs, according to Housing Minister Manohar Lal, as BRICS nations adopted a declaration for inclusive urban development. The 'Cities for People' forum stressed equitable access to housing and services, with India facing significant future urbanization. Strengthening local governments and embracing digital solutions were also key takeaways for creating sustainable, liveable urban centers.

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Amarnath Yatra: Amit Shah orders multi-layered security, pushes tech-driven pilgrim safety

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June 12, 2026

Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered a robust, multi-layered security grid for the Amarnath Yatra, utilizing advanced technology like drones and CCTV. He stressed securing tourist spots for safe pilgrimage and tourism. The 57-day yatra, starting July 3, will see strict regulation of pilgrim movement and enhanced essential services, with QR code IDs for local support staff and animals.

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Thursday, June 11, 2026

Navy removes unexploded warhead from struck ship

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June 11, 2026

The Navy responded when the Marshall Islands-flagged MT Olympic Life reported an explosion on its port side aft at 09.45 UTC (3.15pm IST) on May 26 while sailing around 60 nautical miles east of Oman, as per UK Maritime Trade Operations data. It is still not known who fired the missile.

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PM Modi meets CMs of various states on sidelines of NITI Aayog governing council meet: Key points discussed

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June 11, 2026

Prime Minister Modi convened with chief ministers from Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Jammu and Kashmir on the sidelines of the Niti Aayog meet. Discussions covered state affairs and development, with leaders extending congratulations on his 12 years in office. Gifts were exchanged, and key state issues were discussed.

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Amit Shah announces potential AFSPA rollback next year; groundbreaking MoU paves way for energy self-reliance

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June 11, 2026

Home Minister Amit Shah announced that most of the Northeast may be free from the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act by next year, citing an 80% reduction in violent incidents and AFSPA-covered areas. This progress coincides with a historic oil and mineral exploration pact between Assam and Nagaland, boosting regional development and energy self-reliance.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Mirwaiz describes situation in PoK as deeply disturbing, calls for sensitive handling of protests

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'A great one he is': Trump wishes Modi on record tenure; PM pitches stronger India-US ties

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June 10, 2026

US President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister. Trump described Modi as a "strong, healthy, and wise man" and predicted many years of "greatness and success" for him.

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Tuesday, June 9, 2026

4 hurt as BSF convoy bus hits 2 vehicles after brake failure in Ramban

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Crackdown on sanction tankers: India’s ship certifier says it will not take-in any Iran, Russia-linked vessels - Report

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June 09, 2026

India's ship safety certifier, IRClass, will no longer certify vessels owned by Iranian or Russian entities due to Western sanctions. The organization has de-classed 235 ships since 2023 and removed 13 million gross tons of sanctioned tonnage. However, IRClass acknowledges limited control over cargo movements after certification.

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Monday, June 8, 2026