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General Dhiraj Seth takes charge as new Army Chief

General Dhiraj Seth, an accomplished military officer with the rare distinction of heading two operational Army commands along the western front, took charge as the new Chief of the Army Staff on Tuesday (June 30, 2026), officials said. Gen Seth assumed the reins of the 1.3 million-strong force at a time when it is forging a path to become a self-reliant and future-ready Army while meeting challenges on the borders. The general officer succeeded General Upendra Dwivedi, who retired on Tuesday (June 30) after an illustrious career spanning over 40 years in the armed forces.

Finance Ministry panel to clear ₹1.25 lakh crore outlay for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0

The expenditure department under the Finance Ministry will clear a Budget proposal entailing an allocation of ₹1.25 lakh crore for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, as the country looks to advance global chip-making ambitions and cement its position as a semiconductor destination for the world, according to sources. he approval is significant as it is higher than the outlay of ₹76,000 crore earmarked for ISM 1.0. Sources said that the Expenditure Finance Committee will green light the ₹1.25 lakh crore outlay for ISM 2.0, and that the same will be placed before the Cabinet.

Monsoon session of Parliament likely from July 20

The Monsoon session of Parliament is likely to commence from July 20 and is expected to go on for three weeks, officials said on Tuesday (June 30, 2026). The Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA) is yet to take a final decision. The Monsoon session comes after the ruling BJP’s victories in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry.

U.S. Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits

The United States Supreme Court on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.

PM speaks to Iranian President ahead of state burial of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian as Iran plans to start a week-long period of mourning for the state burial of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. During the phone call, Mr. Modi welcomed the understanding reached between the United States and Iran on June 17 that has brought a fragile peace in the Gulf region.

Monthly average rainfall expected to be below normal in July, deficit now 40%: IMD

Rainfall in July – the most important of the monsoon months – will be “below normal” or less than 94% of what is usual for the month, Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director-General, India Meteorological Department (IMD), said on Tuesday (June 30, 2026). India’s current monsoon deficit is 40%.

Decks cleared for implementation of ₹12,642-crore VB-G RAM G in Tamil Nadu on July 1

The Tamil Nadu government has cleared the decks for the implementation of the ₹12,642-crore Vikshit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Gramin (VB-G RAM G) in the State on Wednesday (July 1, 2026), by notifying the scheme in its gazette. As part of the funding arrangement, which is 60:40 for the Union and State governments, the former’s contribution will be ₹ 7,585 crore and the latter’s ₹ 5,057 crore, an official said.

Indus Waters Treaty remains ‘valid, binding and operative’: Pakistan Deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday (June 20, 2026) said Pakistan rejects India’s decision to revoke the Indus Waters Treaty, adding that it “remains valid, binding and operative”. He also claimed that any attempt to deprive Pakistan of the waters “rightfully allocated” to it would have “profound consequences” for regional peace and security.

Reasonable to believe targeted killing of children part of larger plan for genocide of the Palestinian people, Justice Muralidhar says

Justice S. Muralidhar, Chair of the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and Israel, discusses the United Nations panel’s report on crimes committed on Palestinian children by Israeli security forces resulting in the death of at least 20,179 and injury of 44,143 children since the October 7, 2023 armed incursions by Hamas. The former Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court and currently a senior advocate practising in the Supreme Court of India, in an interview with The Hindu, explains findings of systematic targeting of the most vulnerable Palestinian populations — women, children, and the elderly.

AIKS calls for nationwide farmers’ protests on August 10, opposes trade agreements

The Central Kisan Committee (CKC) of the All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) has called for intensifying farmers’ struggles across the country following its two-day meeting held at the YMCA Centre in Mumbai on Sunday (June 28, 2026) and Monday June 29, 2026). The meeting addressed multiple issues affecting agriculture and decided on a series of protest programmes. he CKC meeting discussed falling agricultural produce prices, rising input costs, crop insurance issues, land acquisition policies, fertiliser shortages, loan waiver schemes, and sugarcane pricing. The meeting also examined the functioning of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) and the impact of proposed trade agreements.

Sex workers collective hail Supreme Court verdict over consent for rehabilitation

Durbar Mahila Samanway Committee, one of the largest sex workers’ collectives in the country, has hailed the recent judgement by the Supreme Court that consent of adult sex workers must be the primary consideration in decisions relating to rehabilitation. DMSC, which has emerged from the Sonagachi Project, a community-led HIV intervention receiving international recognition for its success in reducing HIV transmission while promoting the collective empowerment of sex workers, emphasised that trafficking and consensual adult sex work are distinct realities.

Serena Williams beaten at Wimbledon in first singles match in four years

Serena Williams’ bid for a fairytale return to Wimbledon was shattered by Australia’s Maya Joint as the American legend’s first singles match in four years ended in a 6-3, 6-7 (6/8) 6-3 defeat on Tuesday (June 30, 2026). Her Wimbledon adventure isn’t over yet as she is also playing in the doubles with her sister Venus.

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Mbappe uncorks France as Sweden are swept aside in Champagne show

France uncorked a Champagne performance on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) to sweep Sweden aside 3-0 with a ‌display of attacking verve and precision and book their place in the World ​Cup last 16. The scoreline flattered Sweden. At the ‌heart of it all was French captain and talisman Kylian Mbappe. Mbappe’s two goals lifted his ‌World Cup finals tally to 18, one behind Lionel Messi on the all-time list.

Women’s T20 World Cup: Can West Indies stop the Australian juggernaut for a place in the final?

You don’t find, at the moment, people travelling with their small, portable fans, or even one of those hand fans that Jane Austen’s heroines from Regency England would carry to the balls. The form of the Australian team is only getting hotter at the T20 Women’s World Cup, though. After scoring a comfortable six-wicket win in their last league match against India, the Aussies are all ready for their next opponent.