Several Indian states announced school closures and work-from-home advisories as the historic May 2026 heatwave intensified public health concerns.
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Supreme Court Bars Media Trial in Twisha Sharma Death Case During CBI Investigation
India’s highest court imposed strict media restrictions in the Twisha Sharma death case warning both sides against public commentary.
India’s Fiscal Position Remains Stable Despite Global Headwinds per Government Assessment
The finance ministry confirmed India’s fiscal deficit is on track within target despite geopolitical and trade disruptions from the Iran conflict.
Anthropic’s Sangeeta Bavi Appointment Reflects India’s Rising AI Economy Ambitions
The appointment of Anthropic’s first India startups head signals growing interest among top AI firms in India’s vast developer and startup ecosystem.
NEET-UG 2026 Cancellation May Force Rescheduling of Thousands of Medical College Admissions
The cancellation of NEET-UG 2026 has created uncertainty for hundreds of thousands of medical aspirants across India awaiting admission decisions.
India Heatwave: Banda in UP and Brahmpuri in Maharashtra Record 47.6°C as Season Peak Nears
Banda in Uttar Pradesh and Brahmpuri in Vidarbha Maharashtra both recorded India’s highest temperature of 47.6°C as the heatwave peaked.
India’s Power Grid Under Stress as Historic Heatwave Pushes Demand to New Records
The national power grid is experiencing repeated demand peaks day and night as the May 2026 heatwave drives unprecedented electricity consumption.
India’s Supreme Court on Aravalli Hills: Expert Panel Required for Boundary Demarcation
The Supreme Court ruled that any government committee charged with defining Aravalli Hills boundaries must include environmental and geological experts.
CBSE Categorically Dismisses Rahul Gandhi’s Claims of Board Results Tampering
The Central Board of Secondary Education issued a firm denial to Rahul Gandhi’s allegations stating there is absolutely no basis for the claims.
India Remittances Hit Record High in 2025 Reinforcing Economic Lifeline for Millions
India topped the World Migration Report 2026 global remittances table as diaspora transfers hit a new record in 2025.