Shriti Sagar

The Allahabad High Court has allowed the UP government to merge primary schools with fewer than 50 students into nearby institutions. The move aims to optimise resources, but opposition parties, especially the Samajwadi Party, have called it a blow to rural education.

A police officer was stabbed during a Muharram procession in Darbhanga, Bihar, while separate incidents of violence were reported in Muzaffarpur and Vaishali. Clashes, stone-pelting, and even arson of a bus marked a tense day across the state.

India’s Competition Commission has asked UltraTech, Dalmia Bharat, and Shree Digvijay Cement to submit financial records over alleged cartelisation in ONGC tenders. The probe found the firms may have colluded to fix cement prices, harming fair competition.

Sukhbir Singh Badal has been declared tankhaiya by Takht Sri Patna Sahib for ignoring religious summons linked to his alleged support of those violating a Hukamnama. This is the second time the SAD leader has faced such a reprimand.

Teen pilot Ethan Guo, aiming to fly solo to all seven continents, was detained in Antarctica by Chilean authorities after landing without permission.

A deadly crash in Ahmedabad, killing 241 people, has intensified scrutiny on Air India. In recent weeks, the airline has also faced mid-air technical issues, delays, and rising passenger complaints, sparking questions about its safety, service, and management under the Tata Group.

India’s state-owned Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders is acquiring a majority stake in Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard PLC for approximately $53 million. This marks MDL’s first overseas acquisition, strengthening India’s shipbuilding capacity and maritime influence in the Indian Ocean amidst China’s growing presence.

The ceasefire between Iran and Israel, brokered by Donald Trump, is under strain as missile strikes continue. Iran denies recent attacks, but civilian deaths in Israel raise doubts. Trump’s Nobel ambitions face setbacks, while Pakistan controversially nominates him for the peace prize.

Rani Durgavati, the warrior queen of the Gond kingdom, is remembered every year on June 24 for her courage and sacrifice. She bravely fought Mughal forces and chose martyrdom over surrender. Her legacy continues through cultural events and historical preservation efforts.

Anaya Bangar's bid to join women's cricket as a trans woman sparks debate: Should biological males compete in female sports, or is it time for a separate transgender category?