Indian squash players Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar are set to defend their title at the 3rd Asian Doubles Squash Championships in Sarawak, Malaysia. Other Indian pairs, including Joshna Chinappa with Rathika Seelan and Joshna with Senthilkumar in mixed doubles, are also strong contenders.
Latur police have arrested a woman for allegedly stealing gold ornaments worth Rs 15 lakh and recovered most of the stolen jewellery. In a separate incident, they also successfully rescued three bulls that were stolen from Sarola village, returning them to their owner.
Indian golfer Diksha Dagar is positioned at Tied-5th after two rounds of the Dutch Ladies Open, carding a 2-under 70 to be 5-under overall. Fellow Indian Avani Prashanth is T-15, while Pranavi Urs moved up to T-25. Charlotte Heath leads the tournament at 8-under par.
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Sateesh Seth and Gautam Doshi, former directors of Reliance Telecom Ltd, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Mumbai. They are being taken to Delhi for a case registered in the national capital.
An Assistant Sub-Inspector of the Border Security Force (BSF), ASI Lal Singh, allegedly committed suicide using his service rifle at a camp in Paloura, Jammu. Officials have initiated an inquest to determine the circumstances and motive behind the incident. Singh had recently rejoined his unit after a month-long leave.
Former England coach Paul Revington has been appointed as the head coach of Hyderabad Toofans for the upcoming Hockey India League season. Revington aims to build a championship-winning culture and develop Indian talent, leveraging the team's past success as bronze and silver medallists.
The 5th Bonus Asia Cup Bridge Championships are set to begin in Goa, featuring nearly 300 players from 16 countries. Defending champions India will compete across various categories, facing strong contenders like Hong Kong and Indonesia. The event, described as the "Asian Games of bridge," highlights India's growing role in the sport.
Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Pa has won the Masters category of the Global Chess Festival, dominating the tournament from start to finish. The 24-year-old national champion secured the title in his debut appearance, earning a prize purse of Rs 8 lakh. Nithin Babu and Madhvendra Pratap Sharma also triumphed in the Challenger and Junior Master categories, respectively, qualifying for next year's Masters event.
India secured a 3-1 victory over Germany in the FIH Hockey Pro League, a match where Manpreet Singh became the most capped player for India. Goals from Mandeep Singh, Shilanand Lakra, and Nilakanta Sharma, coupled with a strong defensive performance, ensured the win, with Hardik Singh named Player of the Match.
Police in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, have arrested a 40-year-old man for allegedly raping his 15-year-old daughter. The arrest followed a complaint lodged by the victim's mother, leading to a case registered under the stringent POCSO Act.
The Vadodara Municipal Corporation has valued a 978-square metre plot of land illegally occupied by Trinamool Congress MP Yusuf Pathan at Rs 2.10 lakh per square metre. Pathan has been occupying the land since 2012 despite the state government rejecting his proposal for allotment, and the Gujarat High Court has also ruled against him, criticising his continued possession.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya led the FIT India Cyclothon in Mumbai, advocating for cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation. The event, attended by Narsingh Yadav and Jackie Shroff, highlighted the importance of cycling for personal health, environmental sustainability, and energy conservation, especially amidst global fuel supply concerns.
Beauty and lifestyle retailer Nykaa has announced a multi-year collaboration with OpenAI to integrate AI-driven shopping experiences through ChatGPT. This partnership will allow users to receive conversational recommendations for beauty and fashion products, with Nykaa fulfilling these queries. Additionally, OpenAI's technologies will be deployed across Nykaa's internal operations to boost productivity.
Four individuals, including two Manipur police constables, were arrested in Kangpokpi district for allegedly transporting 6.1 kg of Yaba tablets, a synthetic drug. The arrests followed a police interception on National Highway-2.
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Sateesh Seth and Gautam Doshi, former executives of the Reliance Anil Ambani Group, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Mumbai. The arrests are linked to a case registered in New Delhi, and the duo will be transported there on transit remand.
Police in Samba district, Jammu and Kashmir, arrested Balwinder Singh alias "Goru", a habitual offender, after intercepting him on a motorcycle. A country-made pistol and a mobile phone were recovered from him. Singh has a history of at least 10 criminal cases under the Arms Act and NDPS Act.
Indian boxers Nikhil, Deepak, and Saneh secured victories in their respective weight categories at the Boxing World Cup Stage 2 in Guiyang, China, advancing to the next round. Two other Indian boxers faced defeats, while two more are scheduled to compete on the following day.
One person has been arrested in Balrampur for allegedly posting objectionable remarks about Dr B R Ambedkar on social media. The arrest followed a complaint by the Bhim Army district president, leading to a case registered under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and IT Act against three individuals. Police are continuing their investigation to apprehend the other accused.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has unanimously approved its revised Constitution, aligning with the National Sports Governance Act (NSGA), 2025. This significant overhaul, decided at a virtual Special General Body Meeting, introduces a new election panel, mandates national anthems before matches, modifies foreign player rules in ISL, and updates the disciplinary code, aiming to enhance governance, transparency, and player development in Indian football.
Security agencies in Jaisalmer have detained a man named Mushtaq Ali on suspicion of involvement in anti-national activities. He was apprehended from the Khariya border area based on intelligence inputs and is currently being questioned by intelligence agencies. Additional security has been deployed in the Nachna area as a precautionary measure.
Nepal police have arrested two Indian nationals from Bihar and one Nepalese citizen for allegedly possessing 30,000 capsules of Tramadol. The arrests followed a police firing incident when suspects failed to stop at a security check.
Two unidentified men allegedly shot and critically injured a man at a chemist shop in Chandigarh's Sector 11 before fleeing the scene. Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on CCTV footage in a busy market area.
A 23-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly murdering a 45-year-old nurse in the compound of a private hospital in Yavatmal, Maharashtra. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, is believed to be the result of an ongoing dispute between the victim and the accused's mother.
India's junior women's hockey team is set to embark on a tour of the United Kingdom from July 5 to 14, playing seven matches against various international U-21 teams and Scotland's senior side. This tour, led by new coach Tim White, is crucial for the team's preparation for future competitions and aims to provide valuable international exposure.
Tejas Shirse has broken his own national record in the men's 110m hurdles, clocking 13.27 seconds at the Indian Athletics Series 9. This performance also secured his qualification for the Commonwealth Games and ranks as the sixth best in Asia this season.
The Indian men's hockey team, currently in the Dutch leg of the FIH Pro League, aims to conclude their campaign on a high note against hosts Netherlands. This tournament serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming World Cup and Asian Games, with coach Craig Fulton focusing on testing resources and addressing issues like conceding late goals. The team also looks forward to significant matches against England and arch-rivals Pakistan in London.
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, has called upon India's engineering talent to spearhead Jio's ambitious artificial intelligence initiative. He emphasized India's role as a creator and global leader in AI, not just a consumer, outlining the execution phase of Reliance Intelligence with partnerships and a focus on developing affordable, language-fluent AI for all Indians.
IM Soham Kamotra secured a crucial draw against GM Iniyan Pa, ending his winning run in the Global Chess League. While Iniyan maintains a narrow lead, other Indian players like Abhijit Gupta, Viresh Sharnarthi, and Madhvendra Pratap Sharma also delivered significant performances.
Kunal Upreti, known as Spark, has become India's sole Trackmania representative at the Esports World Cup 2026 after excelling in the Asia and Oceania qualifiers. He will compete for a significant prize pool, representing both India and S8UL on the global stage.
Navi Mumbai Police have arrested a 21-year-old history-sheeter, Swapnil Khopde, in connection with multiple vehicle theft cases. The arrest led to the recovery of five stolen two-wheelers, with cases registered under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita.
A Head Constable at Manesar Women Police Station was caught accepting a Rs 50,000 bribe by the Anti-Corruption Bureau, leading to the immediate transfer of the station's SHO and a departmental inquiry for lack of supervision.
The first round of the US Open saw Indian-American golfer Akshay Bhatia finish 1-over with four holes remaining, despite a challenging start and fog delays. While Bhatia provisionally stood T-29, other Indian-origin players like Sahith Theegala, Sudarshan Yellamaraju, Manav Shah, and Aaron Rai experienced mixed results, with former champion Wyndham Clark leading the field before play was suspended due to darkness.
The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has invited Expressions of Interest (EOI) from various organisations to conceptualise, develop, and manage a new professional badminton league in India. The initiative aims to create a sustainable league structure focused on commercialisation, fan engagement, and long-term growth of the sport. Interested parties must demonstrate strong financial capability and experience in managing sports leagues, with proposals due by June 30.
Nine individuals from Manipur were arrested in Mizoram's Aizawl district with 740 gm of heroin, seized during a joint operation by the Excise and Narcotics Department, Assam Rifles, and CYMA. The drugs were found concealed in soap cases, and the accused have been booked under the NDPS Act.
NITI Aayog member Abhay Karandikar stated that the US government's new export controls, which led AI giant Anthropic to take its latest models offline, underscore the critical need for India to achieve self-reliance in technology development, particularly in AI infrastructure and hardware.
Olympic medallist Gagan Narang and weightlifting great N Kunjarani Devi have been appointed to a five-member search-cum-selection committee for the National Sports Board. Chaired by Cabinet Secretary T V Somanathan, the committee will recommend names for the Board's Chairperson and Members. The National Sports Board is tasked with recognising National Sports Bodies and ensuring compliance with governance, financial, and ethical standards under the new National Sports Governance Act.
Customs officials at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport arrested a passenger from Dubai for attempting to smuggle 899.50 grams of 24K gold, valued at Rs 1.37 crore, concealed in capsules.
Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is set to make his competitive return at the Doha Diamond League on June 19 after recovering from a back injury. He had previously achieved a 90m throw at the same venue last year and has been named in India's Commonwealth Games squad.
Aanchal Mamidwar, who controversially 'married' her slain lover Saksham Tate's corpse and moved in with his family, has now left their home, alleging harassment by a family member. She claims to have left with police permission and remains under police protection.
A school administrator, Meenakshi Mittal, was shot dead by unidentified assailants outside a private school in Shimla's Sanjauli area. Police have registered a murder case, launched an investigation, and formed special teams to apprehend the culprits, while also examining CCTV footage and technical evidence.
