New Delhi is the capital of India and the seat of the central government, hosting the President, Parliament, and Supreme Court.
Energy disruptions caused by the Iran war are leading to increased use of charcoal and firewood in Africa and Asia. This shift is undermining efforts to promote cleaner fuels, damaging forests, increasing poaching, and threatening wildlife habitats. Rising fuel costs are also impacting food security and conservation funding.
India is expanding its ethanol-blend program amid war-induced fuel disruptions, with policymakers aiming to cut imports and emissions while acknowledging mileage and supply-chain challenges. Public transport is being emphasized as a key measure.
BRICS foreign ministers conference in New Delhi is ongoing as members push for reform of global governance while clashing over Israel-Gaza war, Iran-UAE tensions, and regional security. India chairs the group for 2026; no joint closing statement has emerged amid conflicting positions.
The White House has stated that Trump and Xi have held a productive meeting, agreeing that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open to ensure the free flow of energy. Xi has reportedly shown interest in increasing U.S. oil imports to reduce dependency on the strait, though Beijing's readout does not confirm this. Iran’s foreign minister has accused the UAE of direct involvement in military actions against Iran during a BRICS meeting, while Tehran calls for the UAE to reconsider its policy toward Iran.
BRICS foreign ministers have convened in New Delhi amid persistent divisions over the U.S.-Israel conflict in the Middle East. India’s chairmanship has highlighted calls for reform of global governance while specific language on Gaza and regional security has faced reservations from some members. Iran has urged condemnation of Western actions, while the UAE and Saudi Arabia are cited as key divisive players.
India has raised gasoline and diesel prices amid a global energy squeeze. Delhi is enforcing austerity measures while Modi’s government links higher prices to energy security. Blending ethanol and new oil deals with the UAE are part of the strategy.
The UAE has reaffirmed its sovereign-rights to respond to threats after Iran-linked strikes and at BRICS discussions in New Delhi. Officials say around 3,000 drone and missile attacks have targeted civilian sites since the Feb. 28 start of the US-Israel war on Iran, and the UAE is coordinating with partners while asserting it will deter aggression.
A series of extreme weather events across southern Asia has intensified, with heavy rainfall triggering floods in parts of China while India and Pakistan endure ongoing heatwaves. Authorities warn of continuing heat and flood risks in coming days as climate-linked patterns drive extreme conditions.
Severe rainfall has triggered floods and resettlement across southern and central China. Authorities warn of more downpours as rescue efforts continue and emergency responses are under way in Hunan, Hubei, Guangxi and other provinces.
U.S. officials have signalled a plan to reduce the pool of military capabilities available to NATO, cutting strategic bombers, some fighter deployments, naval assets and withholding certain drones, while senior U.S. diplomats are touring India to repair trade and energy ties and press Quad cooperation (as of 09 Jun 2026).
The India-Africa Forum Summit has been postponed due to the evolving Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Health authorities in DR Congo have confirmed cases and deaths, prompting officials to delay the event to ensure African leaders’ full participation in a safe setting.
The Cockroach Janta Party has risen from a satirical Instagram account to a mass youth movement with more than 22 million followers and has organised street protests in New Delhi demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign after repeated exam paper leaks and marking errors that have disrupted millions of students’ careers.
The United States has told reporters diplomacy is giving every chance to succeed before considering alternatives with Iran. Doha-hosted talks among Iran, the U.S. and allied mediators focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with discussions also touching on Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium and potential release of frozen funds as part of a final deal.
The government has ordered the Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its premises, citing public interest and security needs. The club, a historic hub for India’s elite, faces eviction on a timeline that faces court challenges and wide public debate. The clash highlights Modi-era efforts to curb elite institutions linked to the colonial past.
Myanmar’s former junta chief Min Aung Hlaing is visiting India for five days to discuss strengthening relations across economic, religious, cultural and security areas. The trip marks a regional re-engagement five years after a coup and is seen as part of broader diplomatic realignments in South Asia.
A fire at a Malviya Nagar hotel in New Delhi has killed at least 21 people and injured many more. Eight fire engines responded, with authorities investigating a possible link to a restaurant on the ground floor. Foreign nationals were among the victims and more than 40 people were rescued.
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez is visiting New Delhi with a ministerial delegation to discuss energy cooperation, trade and investment. Talks with Prime Minister Modi focus on upstream and downstream energy projects, with Venezuela’s oil increasingly routed to India as disruptions ripple through global supply routes.
India has been pushing Bengali-speaking Muslims into Bangladesh under a deportation drive that has drawn criticism from rights groups. Bangladesh and India have held border talks to manage crossings and disputes over due process. Tensions rise as both sides pledge coordinated patrols and stronger information sharing.
Peter Phillips has married pediatric nurse Harriet Sperling at All Saints Church in Kemble, Gloucestershire, in a ceremony attended by senior royals, including King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Sperling, a mother and NHS worker, was previously linked to a prior marriage; the couple began dating in 2024 and announced their engagement in 2025. The wedding followed heavy rain and local public interest.
Anthropic has said it has disabled access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models after the U.S. Commerce Department has ordered the company to suspend foreign‑national access on national security grounds. Anthropic is complying while disputing the governments evidence of a narrow "jailbreak" and is working to restore access; other Anthropic models remain available.
Meta has announced a 168-megawatt AI-enabled data center in Jamnagar, Gujarat, built by Reliance Industries with renewable energy and desalinated water cooling. The facility will be ready within two years and can be expanded, supporting Meta’s global AI infrastructure as part of a broader India-focused expansion.
The U.S. Central Command has said three Indian seafarers have died after a U.S. strike on the Settebello tanker off Oman, part of a broader blockade of Iran-related shipping that has seen multiple vessels disabled or redirected since April. Dozens of seafarers have been rescued, and India has protested formally while urging dialogue to restore regional stability.
One year after Air India Flight AI171 crashed near Ahmedabad, families of victims are seeking answers as interim findings are anticipated. Investigations remain ongoing, with questions around the engine fuel cut-off and pilot actions. Victims’ relatives gather for vigils and conferences, pressing for clarity and accountability.
Five Indian Air Force personnel have died after an An-32 transport aircraft crashed during a routine sortie in Assam; the co-pilot survived with serious injuries. Initial inquiries are ongoing as investigators assess the cause.
Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar has protested U.S. strikes on Indian-crewed vessels near Oman, prompting New Delhi to summon a U.S. diplomat. Three sailors have died in recent attacks; India warns vessels transiting conflict zones to exercise caution as tensions rise.
The latest clashes in the Gulf involve Indian crews on tankers attacked near Oman. India has summoned US diplomats as three Indian sailors are confirmed dead and others evacuated. Repatriation arrangements are being made for mortal remains, with ongoing diplomatic protests and questions about safety for seafarers.
Cred’s leadership shift and Meta’s $900 million investment strengthen WhatsApp’s push into payments and business services. Kunal Shah departs Cred to lead WhatsApp; Miten Sampat becomes interim WhatsApp chief strategy officer as Cred scales toward an IPO.
A tentative deal has reopened the Strait of Hormuz and allowed some vessels to leave the Persian Gulf, but global oil flows have not returned to normal. Producers and shipowners have cut output and delayed shipments; tankers stranded in the Gulf and shut-in fields will take weeks to months to restart full exports, keeping pressure on prices and inventories through summer.
Hundreds of students and supporters have been sleeping on streets in New Delhi and staging protests in multiple cities after India cancelled a national medical entrance exam over alleged paper leaks. The government has temporarily restricted Telegram and ordered platform limits ahead of a June 21 NEET re-test while investigators probe channels that sold or advertised leaked or fake papers.
Qualcomm has unveiled a data-center CPU, announced the acquisition of Modular to boost AI software capabilities, and detailed its broader data-center AI roadmap. The moves position Qualcomm to challenge Nvidia in enterprise AI and expand its reach into cars, robots, and connected devices, while continuing its growth in China amid export-control considerations.
A fire in a Lucknow building housing a pet shop, veterinary clinic, study center and animation studio has killed at least 14 people, most of them students. Rescue teams faced heavy smoke as they evacuated and searched for survivors. Authorities say the cause is under investigation.
The Indus Waters Treaty remains under strain as India suspends its participation after a Kashmir attack the Pakistan government denies involvement in. Pakistan warns any change to water flows could amount to war, while mediators push for dialogue and adherence to international law.
Indian textile workers in Surat face extreme heat, high noise, and crowded living and working conditions as factories struggle to cope with rising temperatures. A second report highlights worsening air pollution in Delhi, prompting employers to seek pollution leave for staff.
The US Department of Commerce has lifted export controls on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, and Anthropic has begun restoring access. Mythos 5 has been cleared for a vetted group of US organisations; Fable 5 — redesigned with stronger safeguards — is being redeployed more broadly after testing and coordination with government officials.
Cross-border drone and air strikes escalate hostility between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Pakistan reports four drones intercepted from Afghanistan and vows a measured but forceful response; Afghan authorities say air strikes have targeted militant hideouts. Civil casualties rise as both sides accuse each other of aggression amid ongoing tit-for-tat operations.
WhatsApp has begun reserving usernames to replace phone numbers for contact, a move the company frames as a privacy feature. Several countries are scrutinising the plan as regulators warn of potential rises in fraud and impersonation. The rollout is to be gradual this year, with high-profile handles reserved to prevent abuse.
Authorities say multiple mountaineering incidents are under way worldwide, with hikers requiring urgent assistance on high-altitude routes. A sequence of falls and injuries has prompted rescue efforts on Mount Shasta and Everest, while local authorities warn of dangerous conditions and advise climbers to reassess plans.
Meta is pursuing a cloud compute business, potentially selling access to excess AI compute power and/or hosted AI models. The move follows high AI infrastructure spending and could reshape the company’s revenue flow beyond advertising. Investors have reacted positively, while rivals and early pilots offer a benchmark for profitability.
CNBC reports show Shenzhen’s hardware ecosystem is attracting global investors and talent, challenging Silicon Valley in consumer electronics. Even Realities and other startups are racing to build the next Apple in China, leveraging deep local supply chains and manufacturing depth. Meanwhile, policy and global AI dynamics shape the competitive landscape.
The India-Japan summit in New Delhi has produced joint statements on economic security, AI, energy resilience and defence cooperation. Leaders have announced a three-pronged push: strengthening supply chains, expanding defence tech collaboration, and boosting private investment, with a long-term goal of greater Indo-Pacific stability.
Prison clashes in Negombo have left dozens dead and over a hundred injured as security forces tighten control. Authorities say fighting started on Sunday between convicted prisoners and detainees, with the cause still under investigation. The military is on standby and is aiding police as the situation unfolds.
Australia and India have signed an administrative agreement to export uranium for peaceful purposes, enabling longer-term supplies to help India expand its nuclear capacity. Details on volumes and timing remain undisclosed. The move is part of broader efforts to diversify trade and strengthen Indo-Pacific security ties during Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia.
Authorities report a wave of attacks in Balochistan with 42 police and soldiers killed and 54 militants killed in counter-operations. Pakistan blames cross-border groups and vows to intensify operations to restore security.
The death of a girl in Baruipur has sparked days of protests and a political row as authorities probe the rape and murder, while BJP and opposition accuse the state government of failing to protect women. Protests have turned violent, officials say, and the death has prompted a SIT to investigate.
Fifteen Indian tourists have died after a speedboat overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai island off Phu Quoc. The boat carried 32 Indians and four Vietnamese crew. The captain is under investigation for safety violations. Survivors have been hospitalised; 16 have been discharged and one remains in critical care. A flight carrying remains to Mumbai is scheduled for today, with home states coordinating onward travel.
Sonam Wangchuk has been on hunger strike at Jantar Mantar since June 28 to press for Education Minister Pradhan’s resignation; health has deteriorated with weight loss and dropping vitals, while supporters push for action and a march to Parliament.