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Narco-Terrorism and Internal Security Challenges

The NIA attached a residential property in Amritsar as "proceeds of terrorism" under UAPA on 16 June 2026. The property is registered in the name of the father...

 June 16, 2026

Sanctions on Russia’s Shadow Fleet and Global Trade

The UK announced 70 new sanctions at the G7 Summit targeting Russia’s shadow fleet, military procurement networks and illicit finance, including over 20 tankers, several LNG vessels linked...

 June 16, 2026

Energy Infrastructure as a Strategic Target in the Russia–Ukraine Conflict

On 16 June 2026 Ukrainian drones struck the Moscow Oil Refinery in Kapotnya, causing a fire and damaging the ELOU-AVT-6 unit. The attack forms part of an intensified...

 June 16, 2026

Consumer Protection and Insurance Mis-Selling in India

Reserve Bank of India issued the "Responsible Business Conduct Directions, 2026" recently; the framework defines mis‑selling, bans compulsory bundling of third‑party products, mandates explicit verifiable consent, and makes...

 June 16, 2026

Expanding 5G Connectivity and India’s Digital Transformation

On 16 June 2026 the Ericsson Mobility Report projected India’s 5G subscriptions to exceed 1.1 billion by 2031 (81% penetration). Rapid adoption follows affordable 5G handsets, near-national coverage...

 June 16, 2026

Green Deposits and Sustainable Finance in India

Indian PSU banks recorded a sharp rise in green deposit mobilisation in FY26, nearly doubling to ₹3,733.11 crore from ₹1,831.79 crore in FY25. The RBI Green Deposit Framework,...

 June 16, 2026

India’s Bioeconomy Growth and BioE3 Framework

As of mid‑June 2026 India’s bioeconomy exceeds $190 billion, up from about $10 billion in 2014, and contributes nearly 5% of GDP. The government targets a $300 billion...

 June 16, 2026

Protection of Indian Seafarers amid Gulf Maritime Conflict

On 10 June 2026 the Palau‑flagged tanker MT Settebello was struck in the Gulf of Oman. Three Indian seafarers died. India has lodged a strong protest with the...

 June 16, 2026

India Ethanol Fuel Transition Challenges and Brazil Lessons

Recent policy action has accelerated India’s move beyond E20. The government authorised E100 use and launched E85 at 48 PSU retail outlets, with plans for 500 stations by...

 June 16, 2026

IAF AN-32 Crashes and Medium Transport Aircraft Replacement

On 13 June 2026 an IAF Antonov An‑32 crashed while landing at Jorhat AFS, Assam. Five airmen died; one co‑pilot survived. The IAF has ordered a court of...

 June 16, 2026

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