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India and Malaysia have reviewed their military cooperation, noting steady progress in defense engagements. Discussions covered exchanges, exercises, training, and emerging domains. Both nations agreed to boost collaboration in defense industry, cybersecurity, and disaster relief. They also reaffirmed commitment to regional security and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific, strengthening their strategic partnership.

Travis Kelce has spent years praising Taylor Swift across interviews, podcasts, and magazine profiles, and each one reveals a little more about their bond. He has talked about supporting her career, the moment he fell for her, his favorite songs of hers, and how much he has learned from watching her handle fame up close. As the couple reportedly prepares to marry around the Fourth of July, these comments offer a genuine look at what actually holds them together.

A daring stunt saw two individuals scale the Empire State Building without safety gear, unfurling a peace banner and reportedly getting engaged at the summit. Ivan Kuznetsov and Angelina Nikolau, known for such climbs, were apprehended after accessing the spire via a maintenance hatch. They face multiple charges including burglary and reckless endangerment for their audacious act.

Shreyas Iyer achieved a significant milestone, surpassing 5,000 international runs with a captain's knock of 68. He anchored India's innings after a shaky start, guiding them to 189/7. Abhishek Sharma also impressed with a rapid half-century and a T20I sixes record. Despite rain interruptions, India set a competitive target for England.

The government has issued an eviction notice to the Delhi Gymkhana Club, citing its "unauthorised occupation of public premises" after the land lease expired on May 22. The Land and Development Office is seeking an explanation for why eviction proceedings shouldn't commence, invoking the Public Premises Act. The 27.3-acre land is deemed critically needed for defence, public security, and other public-interest projects.

Following the NEET-UG controversy, the Prime Minister's Office is now overseeing significant exam reforms. The Education Ministry is fast-tracking changes for board exams and entrance tests like NEET and JEE, aiming to reduce the pressure of single-attempt exams. Proposals include incorporating board marks, aligning entrance tests with school syllabi, and exploring multiple attempts and computer-based testing to enhance integrity and minimize risks.

Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has mandated a 12% PF contribution on wages up to Rs 15,000 monthly for its eight crore members. Contributions beyond this statutory limit are now voluntary. Employees can choose to contribute more for retirement savings, with employers having the option, but not the obligation, to match these additional amounts. These voluntary contributions can be adjusted or stopped anytime.

Security personnel allegedly recovered forged Aadhaar cards and other doubtful documents from the duo

A high-level committee, formed just a month ago, has swiftly developed a comprehensive questionnaire to investigate demographic shifts across India, including those influenced by illegal immigration. Led by Justice (Retd) Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar, the panel informed Home Minister Amit Shah about its plans to visit states and UTs for on-the-ground insights. The committee will also consult various ministries and aims to submit its recommendations promptly.

Under this Bill, a woman farmer will be issued a ‘Woman Farmer Certificate’. It will be her official identity document for access to government schemes, subsidies, institutional finance and market support

Commercial LPG and aviation fuel prices have seen a significant drop, with state-run companies cutting prices by Rs 183.5 and Rs 5 respectively. This easing follows a decline in global crude prices and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, domestic LPG and petrol/diesel prices remain unchanged, as oil companies continue to absorb losses from earlier elevated crude bookings. Airfare relief is also unlikely due to ongoing airspace issues.

The PBKMS agricultural workers’ union, has pointed out that the allocation for VB-G RAM G scheme is less than half of what is required for the State

Vincent Trocheck is set to join the Utah Mammoth in a deal that will send Sean Durzi, prospect Cole Beaudoin, and a 2027 third-round pick to the Rangers. The move is part of New York's ongoing roster retool under GM Chris Drury. Trocheck leaves after several successful seasons, while the Rangers add both immediate defensive help and future talent.

The government had come under fire from within the Congress and also the Communist Party of India (Marxist) for nominating an alleged “Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) fellow traveller” to the post

The submissions recommend that prison records must identify every person with disability individually to make reasonable adjustments for them, while respecting their confidentiality

Sex ratio at birth is improving in some places, but progress remains uneven across States and Union Territories; Kerala, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands among top performers

Enumerators begin boundary mapping and building numbering; household data collection to begin in the next phase; personal information collected to remain strictly confidential