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RBI pegs real GDP growth at 6.6 pc for FY27, inflation at 5.1 pc amid global disruptions

IANS | June 5, 2026 10:48 AM

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday projected real GDP growth for 2026-27 at 6.6 per cent -- with Q1 at 6.6 per cent; Q2 at 6.3 per cent; Q3 at 6.5 per cent; and Q4 at 6.8 per cent -- saying that prolonged global supply chain disruptions, volatility in global financial markets, and weather-related shocks continue to pose downside risks to the domestic growth outlook.

Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR: Thunderstorms, rain likely; pleasant weather expected tomorrow

IANS | June 5, 2026 10:35 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has once again issued a yellow alert for the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) for Friday. According to the department, thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and light to moderate rainfall are likely throughout the day.

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25 pc, maintains ‘Neutral’ stance

IANS | June 5, 2026 10:34 AM

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Friday unanimously decided to keep the policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent, in line with the expectations from economists.

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to CM Yogi, hails his contribution to UP’s development

IANS | June 5, 2026 10:16 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended birthday greetings to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and appreciated his efforts towards the development and progress of the state.

Woman stabbed to death by ex-partner in office in Mohali; attacker critical after suicide bid

IANS | June 5, 2026 10:04 AM

Mohali, June 5 (IANS) A shocking case involving the brutal murder of a young woman working at a private company in Mohali, Punjab, has come to light. The accused has been identified as her colleague. Following the fatal stabbing, the assailant attempted to commit suicide, but was unsuccessful.

RBI set to announce repo rate decision today; here’s what to expect

IANS | June 5, 2026 9:18 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) The Reserve Bank of India is set to announce its monetary policy decision on Friday after the three-day Monetary Policy Committee meeting -- chaired by Governor Sanjay Malhotra -- with experts widely expecting the repo rate to remain unchanged amid geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices.

World Environment Day: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to build cleaner, greener, sustainable planet

IANS | June 5, 2026 8:54 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day reaffirmed India's commitment to building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future, guided by the principle of “One Earth, One Family and One Future” and inspired by the spirit of Mission LiFE.

'We're going to make a deal': Trump on India-US trade agreement

IANS | June 5, 2026 8:17 AM

Washington, June 5 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said the United States and India are moving towards a trade agreement, while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “good friend” and signalling confidence that the two countries will reach a deal.

NIA court convicts, sentences three in Punjab terror conspiracy case

IANS | June 5, 2026 2:07 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court has convicted and sentenced three accused in a 2018 terror conspiracy case linked with the banned Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH) terrorist organisation, involving the seizure of weapons and explosive materials from an educational institute hostel room in Punjab's Jalandhar, central agency officials said.

India, Zimbabwe agree to enhance bilateral defence ties

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:47 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India and Zimbabwe agreed to enhance bilateral defence ties by expanding existing cooperation in areas such as training, support and maintenance of common air assets, the Ministry of Defence said.

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RBI pegs real GDP growth at 6.6 pc for FY27, inflation at 5.1 pc amid global disruptions

Yellow alert in Delhi-NCR: Thunderstorms, rain likely; pleasant weather expected tomorrow

RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.25 pc, maintains ‘Neutral’ stance

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to CM Yogi, hails his contribution to UP’s development

Woman stabbed to death by ex-partner in office in Mohali; attacker critical after suicide bid

RBI set to announce repo rate decision today; here’s what to expect

World Environment Day: PM Modi reaffirms commitment to build cleaner, greener, sustainable planet

'We're going to make a deal': Trump on India-US trade agreement

NIA court convicts, sentences three in Punjab terror conspiracy case

India, Zimbabwe agree to enhance bilateral defence ties

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