Security & Internal Affairs
- NIA Raids 10 J&K Locations: Searches across Srinagar, Kupwara, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam unearth cross-border conspiracy involving Pakistan-based LeT handlers and local overground network.
- India-Israel Condemn Cross-Border Terrorism: 10th Joint Working Group meeting issues strong statement against terrorism in all forms and manifestations.
- Delhi Swine Flu Cases Surge to 1,777: Hospitals report spurt in illnesses across all age groups over past two weeks.
- Territorial Army Launches Terrier Cyber Quest 3.0: Collaboration with CyberPeace strengthens India’s cyber defense capabilities.
Economy & Finance
- Q1 GDP Growth Projected at 7.3%: CareEdge raises FY27 forecast to 7% from 6.7% citing better IIP, credit, auto sales, exports performance. Gross FDI inflows jump 25% YoY April-May FY27.
- Gross FDI Hits Record $95 Billion FY26: Net inflows only $7.7 billion despite record gross figure.
- 29 FDI Proposals Worth ₹4,895.65 Crore Approved: Revised framework allows firms with up to 10% Chinese ownership to use automatic route.
- RBI Data on Forex Inflows Released: FCNR(B) and ECB figures show continued foreign investment confidence despite global tensions.
- Bengaluru Airport Fees Cut 33%: AERA tariff order effective September 1, 2026 through March 2031 applies new formula. Travelers pay only for commissioned infrastructure at ₹300.
- Polysilicon Manufacturing Support Scheme: Government targets 30 GW domestic capacity by 2030 with ₹25,000 crore investment strengthening solar value chain.
- Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme Notified: MeitY announces MPMS with ₹62,500 crore budgetary outlay.
- Gold Prices Rise: 24K gold at ₹16,309/gram, 22K at ₹14,950, 18K at ₹12,2
General Trendings
Industrial Relations Code “Industry” Definition: Nine-judge Bench holds 1978 judgment definition won’t apply to newly implemented code, alarming left-leaning trade unions.