India and France reviewed defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cyber and AI cooperation, and global issues ahead of President Emmanuel Macron’s February 2026 visit.

Wang Yi tells Ishaq Dar the priority is preventing a US-Iran conflict resurgence in West Asia, backing ceasefire momentum and Pakistan-China diplomacy.

Some US water utilities report fluoride supply disruptions linked to the Middle East war, complicating efforts to maintain recommended drinking water levels.

Life Insurance Corporation of India approves a 1:1 bonus share issue, capitalising Rs 6,325 crore from reserves, supporting future LIC share sale plans.

Sloan has bought a controlling stake in Essel Bath Fittings to grow in India’s premium and mid-segment bath fittings market, strengthening local manufacturing.

NABARD projects Delhi’s 2026–27 priority sector credit potential at INR 2.62 lakh crore, led by MSME lending, plus housing, exports, and renewables.

The US Justice Department says it will prosecute anyone buying or selling sanctioned Iranian oil, as CENTCOM begins a blockade of Iranian ports.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says efforts continue to ease the US-Iran conflict after talks in Pakistan, with the ceasefire still in place.

India Meteorological Department forecasts 92% of average monsoon rain, with El Nino likely from June affecting June–September rainfall and farming.

GE Aerospace and the Indian Air Force will set up an India-based F404-IN20 engine maintenance depot for Tejas, reducing overseas repairs and delays.

US-Iran tensions escalate as the Strait of Hormuz blockade prompts a USD 104 per barrel crude rally and potential supply disruptions for India and global markets.

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Miguel Díaz-Canel says the US has no valid reason for military action or regime change in Cuba, warning an invasion would be costly and risk regional security.

Juno Joule starts its Siddipet, Telangana CBG project: 10 plants totalling 100 TPD, INR 700 crore investment, under Indias CBG–CGD scheme.

Donald Trump says his civilisation will die remark brought Iran to talks after the Strait of Hormuz warning, and predicts Tehran will return to negotiations.

Jammu and Kashmir opens a vacuum bag-based wool collection centre in Rajouri to improve storage, transport, and prices for Bakerwal sheep breeders.

Donald Trump says the US Navy will interdict vessels linked to payments to Iran in international waters after nuclear talks collapse, raising Hormuz oil risks.

Himachal Pradesh will set a Rs 100 per kg MSP for reservoir fish, add DBT subsidy up to Rs 20 per kg if auction prices fall, and cut royalties.

Haryana ministers inspected grain markets in Barwala and Gohana, reviewed crop procurement, heard farmer concerns, and ordered action over a complaint.

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Rajnath Singh calls for further agriculture reforms, citing PM-Kisan and crop insurance schemes, and says funding shortages will not block support for farmers.

Punjab Pollution Control Board allows sale deeds and electricity connections for homebuyers in projects breaching norms, while action continues against developers.