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People gather on paddleboards in shallow water as cargo and service vessels are anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Monday, June 1, 2026. (Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP)

US-Iran war LIVE: CENTCOM says it shot down two Iranian drones over Strait of Hormuz, Pakistan urges end of war

CENTCOM said U.S. forces shot down two Iranian attack drones over the Strait of Hormuz, while Pakistan reiterated calls for restraint, dialogue and diplomacy amid the conflict.

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Indian central bank keeps key policy rate on hold, despite falling currency

The Reserve Bank of India left its repo rate unchanged at 5.25% and maintained a neutral stance, with policymakers weighing rupee weakness, inflation pressures and higher global energy costs.

NIFTY50, SENSEX: Asian markets, FII activity, crude oil prices, other key things to know before market opens on June 4

Sensex, Nifty set for cautious start as GIFT Nifty slips 17 points and Brent crude holds near $97

Indian equities were expected to open cautiously on June 4, 2026, after weak Asian cues, continued foreign selling and Brent crude near $97 pressured sentiment.

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Nifty holds 23,400 amid RBI policy caution; broader market ends firm

Indian shares held near the 23,400 level on June 4 as traders waited for the RBI’s June 5 policy decision, with broader markets ending firm and smaller stocks outperforming.

Watch: Massive dust storm engulfs Bikaner, sky turns deep orange amid strong winds

Watch: Massive dust storm engulfs Bikaner, sky turns deep orange amid strong winds

A dust storm swept through Bikaner and nearby parts of Rajasthan on May 30, 2026, turning skies deep orange and sharply reducing visibility. Major outlets later confirmed the event, while IMD forecasts had warned of duststorm and thunderstorm conditions in western Rajasthan.

Rahul Gandhi targeted the government over COEMPT company’s role in the digital evaluation, leading to the OSM controversy.

CBSE rejects Rahul Gandhi’s claim on Coempt Edu Teck contract

CBSE has rejected Rahul Gandhi’s allegation that its Class 12 on-screen marking contract was awarded to Coempt Edu Teck despite concerns over the firm’s record, calling the claim misleading and not based on facts.

Punjab Police SIT going beyond jurisdiction: SGPC on missing 'saroops' case

Missing Saroops Probe: SGPC withholding vital records, police tells HC after Dhami says SIT exceeded jurisdiction

Punjab Police told the Punjab and Haryana High Court that the SGPC is withholding records in the probe into 328 missing saroops, a day after SGPC chief Harjinder Singh Dhami accused the SIT of overreach.

Indian shares jump to two-week high as oil drops on Mideast peace talk hopes

Indian shares jump to two-week high as oil drops on Mideast peace talk hopes

Indian shares closed at a two-week high on May 25 after falling oil prices and renewed optimism over U.S.-Iran peace talks lifted risk appetite, with financials leading gains.

Rupee gains to two-week high, forward premiums dip as oil prices slump | MarketScreener

Rupee gains to two-week high, forward premiums dip as oil prices slump

The Indian rupee rose to a two-week high on May 25, 2026 as Brent crude slid more than 5% and dollar-rupee forward premiums eased, with optimism over a possible U.S.-Iran peace deal supporting sentiment.

People seen covering their head and face with cloth to protect themselves from heat wave on a hot summer day.

Delhi weather update: scorching heatwave, orange and yellow alert for 5 days

The India Meteorological Department has issued heatwave warnings for Delhi, with reports citing orange and yellow alerts as hot, dry conditions are expected to persist for several days.

Delhi traffic police has advised commuters to plan their travel in advance due to expected restrictions and diversions during the summit rehearsal at Bharat Mandapam

Delhi traffic police issues advisory ahead of summit rehearsal at Bharat Mandapam

Delhi Traffic Police has issued a public advisory for a summit rehearsal at Bharat Mandapam on May 19, warning of traffic restrictions and diversions in central Delhi from 12 noon to 3 pm.

Adani Enterprises Reaches $275 Million Settlement With Treasury

US Treasury, India’s Adani Enterprises settle alleged Iran sanctions violations

The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC has settled with Adani Enterprises for $275 million over 32 apparent Iran sanctions violations tied to LPG shipments, according to Reuters and corroborating reports.

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boAt teases Nirvana Eutopia 2 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound for India launch

boAt has teased Nirvana Eutopia 2 Pro with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound support, positioning the headphones as a premium India launch.

TBSE Result 2026 on May 8 - Check Tripura Board Madhyamik and 12th Result Here

tbse.tripura.gov.in, TBSE Tripura Board Madhyamik, HS Result 2026: How to check on official websites?

Tripura Board Madhyamik and Higher Secondary results are scheduled for May 8, 2026 at 12 noon, with scorecards expected on tbresults.tripura.gov.in.

Indian seafarers endured nightly blasts, lack of food in Iran war ordeal

‘No one could sleep’: Indian sailors recount nights of missile attacks near Strait of Hormuz

Indian sailors stranded near the Strait of Hormuz described nights of missile and drone attacks, food shortages and fear as shipping was disrupted by the regional conflict.

BMC BJP Corporators Biometric Attendance

After shock defeat in BMC House, BJP pushes biometric attendance for corporators

Mumbai BJP corporator Makarand Narwekar has written to Mayor Ritu Tawde seeking biometric attendance for corporators after a House defeat on April 30. Local reports say the party is also discussing attendance-linked discipline, funds and ticketing.

Top Vietnamese leader holds talks with Indian PM

PM Narendra Modi And Vietnamese President To Lam Hold Key Bilateral Talks At Hyderabad House

Narendra Modi and To Lam held bilateral talks at Hyderabad House as India and Vietnam upgraded ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Vietnam, India issue Joint Statement on Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

India, Vietnam Finalise Trade Roadmap, Target $25 Billion By 2030

India and Vietnam upgraded their ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and set a new $25 billion trade target by 2030.

IAF helicopter rescues 2 teens stranded on water tank in Siddharth Nagar; one dead in ladder collapse

UP water tank accident: 1 dead, 2 rescued after reel attempt

A social media reel attempt at an abandoned water tank in Siddharth Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, ended in tragedy when a staircase collapse killed one child and injured two others. Two stranded children were later rescued by an Indian Air Force helicopter.

Nasrapur rape-murder: CM Fadnavis vows fast-track trial, seeks death penalty for accused

Sanjay Raut attacks Maharashtra CM Fadnavis over Pune child rape-murder

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has attacked Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis over the rape and murder of a minor girl in Pune district, calling it a law-and-order failure. Fadnavis said the state will seek a fast-track trial and death penalty for the accused.

"प्रत्येकाला पक्ष वाढवण्याचा अधिकार, २०२९ मध्ये शिवसेना-भाजपा स्वबळावर लढू शकते"; संजय शिरसाट यांचे मोठे विधान Maharashtra Marathi News | "Everyone has the right to grow their party, Shiv Sena-BJP can fight on their own in 2029"; Sanjay Shirsat's big statement | Latest Maharashtra News at Lokmat.com

Maharashtra 2029 polls: Sanjay Shirsat says BJP, Sena free to fight separately

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Shirsat said the BJP and the Shinde-led Shiv Sena can contest the 2029 Maharashtra election separately if they choose to do so.

What is SACHET, the alert system that India will use from now in emergencies?

India has begun nationwide testing of SACHET, an indigenous cell broadcast alert system designed to send geo-targeted emergency warnings directly to mobile phones.

Police that the Gujarat registration number on the vehicle used by the accused appears to be fake.

‘Shot at SHO, fled into forest’ — Dehradun robbery accused killed in police ‘encounter’

Police in Dehradun say a robbery suspect was killed after firing at officers during a chase, with later reports identifying him as Akram Ali.

Delhi-NCR rain alert: National capital, Noida, Gurgaon, Ghaziabad to see rain, thunder and hail storm in next 3 hours

Rain, hail bring relief from heat to Delhi-NCR

Rain and hail hit Delhi-NCR on April 30, bringing temporary relief after a spell of intense heat.