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The government wants new two-wheelers to be required to wear two helmets.

“At the time of purchase of the two-wheeler, three months from the date of commencement of the Central Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2025, the manufacturer of the two-wheeler shall supply two protective headgears conforming to specifications prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).”

“In a further push for two-wheeler safety, the ministry has also proposed that from January 1, 2026, all new L2 category vehicles, including motorcycles and scooters with engine capacities above 50cc or speeds exceeding 50 km/h, be equipped with Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS). The ABS must adhere to Indian Standard IS14664:2010 to ensure better braking control and reduce the risk of skidding.”

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Beginning in 2026, CBSE will implement two-phase Class 10 board exams.

Starting in 2026, CBSE will offer Class 10 students the chance to take board exams twice a year—a mandatory phase in February and an optional one in May—with the higher score counting as the final result. This change, aligned with the National Education Policy, allows students to improve their marks in up to three subjects and replaces the previous supplementary exam system. The new model is designed to reduce exam pressure and provide greater flexibility, especially for students from winter-bound schools or those involved in sports, while maintaining academic rigor and integrity. Internal assessments will be conducted only once per year. Students who miss at least three subjects in February will not be eligible for the May phase and must wait until the next year’s main exam.

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Indian Railways announces ticket increases and tatkal changes based on Aadhaar starting on July 1.

Indian Railways has announced a revised fare structure effective July 1, 2025, marking its first hike in several years to address rising costs and inflation. The increase will not affect suburban trains, monthly season tickets, or ordinary second-class travel up to 500 km. For longer journeys, ordinary second-class fares will rise by 0.5 paise per km, non-AC Mail/Express by 1 paise per km, and all AC classes by 2 paise per km.
Additionally, from July 1, Aadhaar authentication will be mandatory for Tatkal ticket bookings on IRCTC platforms, with Aadhaar-based OTP verification enforced from July 15. IRCTC agents will also be barred from booking Tatkal tickets during the first 30 minutes of the booking window, aiming to enhance transparency and curb misuse. These reforms aim to create a more secure and passenger-friendly railway system.

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 IndiGo aircraft Guwahati-Chennai is diverted to Bengaluru after the pilot initiates a “mayday” call.

An IndiGo flight from Guwahati to Chennai made an emergency landing at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport after the pilot issued a “mayday” call due to low fuel, following diversion from Chennai for bad weather and air traffic. The flight, with 168 passengers, landed safely; both pilots have been de-rostered. In a separate incident, another IndiGo flight to Madurai returned to Chennai after a mid-air snag, all 68 passengers safe. No connection exists with a recent Air India crash in Ahmedabad.

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Gujarat arrests more than 200 illegal Bangladeshi nationals

Gujarat Police have launched a sweeping crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi nationals, apprehending more than 200 individuals across the state in the past 100 hours. The detainees, many of whom were found working in industrial and semi-urban zones using forged documents, now face deportation as legal proceedings are underway. Authorities have identified hotspots such as Surat, Bharuch, Ankleshwar GIDC, and Ahmedabad’s Chandola area, where high labor demand and lax documentation checks have enabled illegal settlements. State officials emphasize that these operations are crucial for maintaining national security and public order, with ongoing efforts involving the Border Security Force and central agencies to ensure long-term tracking and repatriation of infiltrators.

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Amid increasing operational chaos, Air India cancels eight flights.

Air India has canceled eight flights—four domestic and four international—amid heightened maintenance demands and operational discrepancies, following the tragic Ahmedabad-London Gatwick crash that claimed 241 lives. The abrupt cancellations, announced without sufficient warning, have led to chaos at airports and frustration among passengers, despite the airline’s offer of full refunds or rebookings. These measures come after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered intensified inspections of Air India’s Boeing 787 fleet, resulting in further route suspensions and operational reductions across major international routes. The ongoing disruptions and recent technical incidents with other carriers have intensified concerns over aviation safety and oversight, highlighting long-standing challenges in India’s aviation infrastructure and the urgent need for transparency and reform.

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A technical issue causes the Delhi-Leh Indigo airplane to return in midair.

An IndiGo flight bound for Leh (6E 2006) was forced to return to Delhi early Thursday morning under unclear circumstances, raising concerns among passengers and aviation observers. The Airbus A320-251N, carrying around 180 passengers and crew, landed safely at IGI Airport after turning back mid-flight. While IndiGo clarified no emergency was declared, unconfirmed reports suggest a technical issue may have prompted the return. All passengers are safe, and further details from the airline are awaited. This incident highlights ongoing discussions about aviation safety and maintenance standards in India.

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  In Tripura, Himachal Pradesh, Odisha vigilance raids the residences of suspended IAS officer Dhiman Chakma

Odisha Vigilance teams recently searched the residences of suspended IAS officer Dhiman Chakma in Tripura and his relatives in Himachal Pradesh, following Chakma’s arrest on June 9, 2025. Chakma, a Sub-Collector in Kalahandi district, was caught accepting a ₹10 lakh bribe from a businessman. During a raid at his official residence in Dharmagarh, ₹47 lakh in unaccounted cash was seized. The investigation, ongoing under the Prevention of Corruption Act, includes scrutiny of bank deposits, investments, and assets. This high-profile case underscores efforts to tackle corruption within administrative structures, with multiple teams deployed for further verification.

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More than 50 lakh workers benefit from labour welfare programs: Government

Over 50 lakh unorganised workers and their families have benefited from welfare schemes under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the government announced on Tuesday. Implemented through the Directorate General of Labour Welfare, these initiatives focus on supporting workers in the beedi, cinema, and mining industries. Key programmes include annual scholarships for workers’ children, extensive healthcare support, and continued housing assistance, all aimed at improving the quality of life for marginalised communities and promoting inclusive growth across India.

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ASSAM RIFLES CELEBRATES BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF FREEDOM FIGHTER HAIPOU JADONANG AT KAMBIRON VILLAGE, MANIPUR

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The Election Commission decides on the electoral college and prepares for the vice presidential election.

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Commercial vehicles in Mizoram will not operate for a week in order to assist with NH-306 repairs.

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The centre approves Rs 69,342 cr rail projects in the Northeast and builds more than 16,000 km of roadways.

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Assam: With 148 tigers, Kaziranga is currently one of the densest tiger sanctuaries in the world.

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Assam: Aaranyak’s Wildlife Genetics Lab is the first in the Northeast to estimate the tiger population.

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In a significant Manipur hills operation, 155 guns and 1652 ammunition were found.

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More than 2,000 households would be forced to leave 10,000 bigha in the Rengma reserve forest in Golaghat by Assam.

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The government of Arunachal Pradesh authorizes the return of weekly markets with new rules.

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New curriculum modules featuring Shubhanshu Shukla and Operation Sindoor will be introduced by NCERT.

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In 2025, NF Railway arrested 126 peddlers and confiscated ganja valued at Rs 3.67 crore.

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ASSAM RIFLES ORGANISES A DAY WITH COMPANY COMMANDER IN BORO BEKERA, JIRIBAM

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Tripura: A delegation from Tipra Motha visits HM Amit Shah to examine the execution of the Tiprasa Accord.

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Tripura: A delegation from Tipra Motha visits HM Amit Shah to examine the execution of the Tiprasa Accord.

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In Mizoram, biometric enrolment for refugees from Bangladesh and Myanmar has begun.

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Farmers in Assam received compensation from Pobitora Sanctuary for crop losses brought on by wildlife infiltration.