Modi, Macron inaugurate innovation conference in Nice

Inaugurating the Bharat Innovates 2026 event in Nice, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pitched India as a destination for innovation and development. Both the Prime Minister and French President Emmanuel Macron focused on themes of trust and cooperation in technology. “I earnestly invite every investor, every university, every research institution, and every entrepreneur …come to India… design in India. Develop in India. And create solutions for the world,” he said.

All 14 crew rescued from Indian-flagged dhow which sunk off the coast of Oman

An Indian-flagged dhow sank off the Oman coast following a mechanical failure, and all 14 crew members were rescued on Sunday, officials said. The Indian Embassy in Oman said all 14 crew members rescued are “safe and in good health”, adding that they were moved to a vessel which is heading to Mumbai. The Mumbai-bound vessel, MV Jabal Ali, is learnt to be a cargo ship.

Dipke, Wangchuk join CJP protest in Bengaluru

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) held a peaceful protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru at 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 14, 2026, as part of its nationwide campaign demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak and irregularities in the CBSE’s on-screen marking system. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke and activist Sonam Wangchuk join the protesters.

TMC crisis deepens, rebel MPs meet at Bhupender Yadav’s residence

The crisis in the Trinamool Congress deepened on Sunday (June 14, 2026) with Mamata Banerjee's confidant Sudip Bandyopadhyay throwing his weight behind the rebel camp, as dissident MPs met Union Minister Bhupender Yadav at his house ahead of seeking recognition as the “real TMC” parliamentary group from the Lok Sabha speaker.

Indian Army unveils new uniform policy, phases out colonial-era practices

In a significant move aimed at modernising military traditions and reinforcing an indigenous identity, the Indian Army has introduced Army Uniforms–2026, a revised dress regulations pamphlet that progressively removes residual colonial-era practices, terminology and non-essential accoutrements. The new policy reflects the Army’s effort to align its dress regulations with contemporary Indian values while maintaining the service’s rich traditions and professional standards.

Rupee-dollar fluctuations driven by global, domestic factors: Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday (June 14, 2026) said fluctuations in the rupee against the U.S. dollar are driven by multiple global and domestic factors, including geopolitical uncertainties, foreign capital movements and India’s import dependence on crude oil, fertilisers and gold. She underlined that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervenes only to curb excessive volatility and not to maintain a fixed exchange rate.

Israeli military strikes Beirut suburbs in lead-up to anticipated U.S.-Iran deal

Israel ​said its military attacked Hezbollah targets in Beirut’s ‌southern suburbs on Sunday (June 14, 2026) after the Lebanese ​armed group fired into ⁠Israeli territory. The Israeli military said earlier that Hezbollah had launched three projectiles towards communities in northern Israel, ‌calling it a blatant ceasefire violation.

NDA inches towards two-thirds majority in Rajya Sabha; short in Lok Sabha despite TMC rebellion

Rebellion in Trinamool Congress is set to boost NDA numbers in Parliament as it strives for a two-thirds majority in both Houses to help pass crucial Constitutional Amendment Bills. While the current round of Rajya Sabha elections will help the NDA inch toward the two-thirds mark, in the Lok Sabha, it is still far from that magic figure of 263, despite the TMC switchover.

‘Obedient servant, complies with orders: Rahul slams PM over U.S. statements

Questioning the government’s “silence” over the death of three Indian mariners in a U.S. attack on a commercial vessel near the Gulf of Oman, and the “threatening” and “unacceptable” language allegedly used by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in his conversation with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in this context, the Congress accused the Narendra Modi government of failing to defend India’s sovereignty and dignity.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat backs dialogue with Pakistan, clarifies focus is on people

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has defended senior RSS functionary Dattatreya Hosabale’s remarks advocating for a dialogue window with Pakistan, saying he was talking about the people of the neighbouring country. Responding to a question about the RSS’ view on remarks made by Mr. Hosabale in a May interview with PTI, Mr. Bhagwat said that the organisation will follow the union government’s policy regarding the state of Pakistan.

Ukrainian drone strikes kill one, spark fire at oil facility in Russia

A Ukrainian drone attack killed one person in Russia’s southwestern Oryol region, local officials said on Sunday (June 14, 2026), while a separate strike hit an oil facility as part of Kyiv’s campaign of strikes on military and energy targets deep inside Russia.

Downtown Geneva boards up as drastic security tightens ahead of anti-G7 protests

Scores of shops and businesses in downtown Geneva boarded up their storefronts with wooden panels ahead of planned anti-G7 protests on Sunday (June 14, 2026). French and Swiss authorities have imposed extensive security measures as U.S. President Donald Trump and other leaders attend a G7 summit of leading industrialised nations starting on Monday (June 15, 2026). There are concerns the gathering could trigger violent unrest.