NEW Mint Tue 30 Jun 2026 08:39:06 PM

SIP inflows hits record high of ₹32,086 crore in FY26 despite market volatility: RBI FSR | Key takeaways

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Despite market volatility, SIP inflows remained resilient in FY26, with monthly contributions hitting a record high of ₹32,086 crore in March 2026, the Reserve Bank's Financial Stability Report (FSR) released on Tuesday. “The number of outstanding SIP accounts continued to grow steadily, reflecting sustained retail participation.” The report also noted, as of the end of May 2026, SIP assets under management (AUM) stood at ₹17.12 lakh crore.
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SIP inflows hits record high of ₹32,086 crore in FY26 despite market volatility: RBI FSR | Key takeaways

SIP inflows hits record high of ₹32,086 crore in FY26 despite market volatility: RBI FSR | Key takeaways

SIP inflows hits record high of ₹32,086 crore in FY26 despite market volatility: RBI FSR | Key takeaways

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NEW Firstpost Tue 30 Jun 2026 06:07:19 PM

'We're not part of Pakistan': PoK protests escalate amid food supply crisis

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Anti-government protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) intensified on Tuesday as demonstrators openly challenged Islamabad’s authority, declaring that the region “is not a part of Pakistan” and warned that they would seek “other roads” if the supply of essential food items continued to be disrupted. According to a News18 report, the remarks were made during a protest gathering at Eidgah Ground in Rawalakot.
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'We're not part of Pakistan': PoK protests escalate amid food supply crisis

'We're not part of Pakistan': PoK protests escalate amid food supply crisis

'We're not part of Pakistan': PoK protests escalate amid food supply crisis

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Tue 30 Jun 2026 04:41:34 PM

E20 Petrol पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट में सरकार का बयान, 20% एथेनॉल ब्लेंडिंग ‘एक एक्सपेरिमेंट’, अगले साल मिलेंगे नतीजे

SUMMARY
देशभर में E20 पेट्रोल को लेकर चल रही बहस के बीच केंद्र सरकार ने सुप्रीम कोर्ट में बड़ा बयान दिया है. सरकार ने कहा कि पेट्रोल में 20% एथेनॉल मिलाने (E20 Blending) का कार्यक्रम जारी रहेगा,हालांकि, अगले साल तक यह साफ हो जाएगा कि इस नीति का वास्तविक असर कितना पड़ा है. हालांकि सरकार ने यह भी साफ किया कि 20% एथेनॉल मिलने की नीति में फिलहाल कोई बदलाव नहीं होगा. यानी E20 पेट्रोल पर सरकार अपनी मौजूदा नीति जारी रखेगी.
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E20 Petrol पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट में सरकार का बयान, 20% एथेनॉल ब्लेंडिंग ‘एक एक्सपेरिमेंट’, अगले साल मिलेंगे नतीजे

E20 Petrol पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट में सरकार का बयान, 20% एथेनॉल ब्लेंडिंग ‘एक एक्सपेरिमेंट’, अगले साल मिलेंगे नतीजे

E20 Petrol पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट में सरकार का बयान, 20% एथेनॉल ब्लेंडिंग ‘एक एक्सपेरिमेंट’, अगले साल मिलेंगे नतीजे

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NEW The Times Of India Tue 30 Jun 2026 04:22:23 PM

India's Russian oil imports hit record high in June amid Hormuz disruptions

SUMMARY
The world's third-largest oil importer received around 2.70 million barrels per day (bpd) of Russian crude during June, up sharply from May levels. Kpler estimated India's Russian oil imports at 2.13 million bpd in May, while LSEG pegged them at 1.95 million bpd. Despite the surge in Russian purchases, India's overall crude imports remained broadly steady at around 4.9 million bpd, according to Kpler data.
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Focus Area Russian oil imports Russia Ukraine war
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India's Russian oil imports hit record high in June amid Hormuz disruptions

India's Russian oil imports hit record high in June amid Hormuz disruptions

India's Russian oil imports hit record high in June amid Hormuz disruptions

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NEW Hindustan Times Tue 30 Jun 2026 01:31:00 PM

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 437 Faculty and other posts at upsc.gov.in

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UPSC has released a notification for 437 vacancies under Advertisement No. 07/2026 for various Group A and Group B posts in different government departments. The posts include medical officers, engineers, assistant professors, legal and scientific officers. Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC portal. Selection will be based on shortlisting, and for some posts, written tests or interviews may be conducted. The jobs come under the 7th Pay Commission with different pay levels and government reservation rules.
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UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 437 Faculty and other posts at upsc.gov.in

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 437 Faculty and other posts at upsc.gov.in

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 437 Faculty and other posts at upsc.gov.in

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NEW The Hindu Tue 30 Jun 2026 12:33:10 PM

Mayawati says embezzlement of donations ‘serious’, cautions against politicising issue

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BSP chief **Mayawati** termed the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple a serious issue and urged that it should not be politicised. She called for a fair investigation, strict action against those found guilty, and greater transparency in managing temple donations. Mayawati also appealed to political parties to avoid mixing religion with politics and to uphold constitutional values.
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Focus Area politics current affairs
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Mayawati says embezzlement of donations ‘serious’, cautions against politicising issue

Mayawati says embezzlement of donations ‘serious’, cautions against politicising issue

Mayawati says embezzlement of donations ‘serious’, cautions against politicising issue

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NEW News 18 Hindi Tue 30 Jun 2026 05:56:36 AM

India Likely To Push FATF To Put Pakistan Back On Grey List Over Terror Financing: Report

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Pakistan was removed from the FATF Grey List in October 2022 after satisfying the watchdog that it had implemented a 34-point action plan.
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India Likely To Push FATF To Put Pakistan Back On Grey List Over Terror Financing: Report

India Likely To Push FATF To Put Pakistan Back On Grey List Over Terror Financing: Report

India Likely To Push FATF To Put Pakistan Back On Grey List Over Terror Financing: Report

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NEW Markets-Economic Times Tue 30 Jun 2026 05:44:04 AM

India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

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India has surged back to the fifth spot globally in market capitalization, surpassing Taiwan. This marks India's second ascent in recent weeks, having previously overtaken South Korea. The shift comes as Taiwan's AI-driven rally cooled, trimming its market value. Investors are now reassessing...
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India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

India tops Taiwan to reclaim fifth spot in global market capitalisation

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NEW Forbes India Mon 29 Jun 2026 10:52:45 PM

Electricity generation lifts India’s Industrial Growth to 5.1 percent in May

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India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) expanded 5.1 percent year-on-year in May 2026, driven by robust momentum in manufacturing, water supply and a surge in electricity generation, according to government data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI).The headline figure marks a pickup from the 4.9 percent growth recorded in April. The May figure is also higher than the 3.4 percent growth recorded in the same month last year.
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Focus Area Core Industries IIP
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Electricity generation lifts India’s Industrial Growth to 5.1 percent in May

Electricity generation lifts India’s Industrial Growth to 5.1 percent in May

Electricity generation lifts India’s Industrial Growth to 5.1 percent in May

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NEW Moneycontrol Mon 29 Jun 2026 08:33:06 PM

Yamuna Water Pact Explained: राजस्थान का हरियाणा संग खत्म हुआ 30 साल पुराना झगड़ा, यमुना का पानी कैसे और कितना मिलेगा सब जानिए

SUMMARY
राजस्थान और हरियाणा ने सोमवार को यमुना जल परियोजना को लागू करने के लिए एक अहम समझौते पर हस्ताक्षर किए। इस समझौते के साथ यमुना नदी के पानी के बंटवारे को लेकर करीब 30 साल से चला आ रहा विवाद खत्म हो गया। राजधानी दिल्ली में हुए इस समझौते पर केंद्रीय गृह एवं सहकारिता मंत्री अमित शाह, केंद्रीय जल शक्ति मंत्री सी.आर. पाटिल, राजस्थान के मुख्यमंत्री भजन लाल शर्मा और हरियाणा के मुख्यमंत्री नायब सिंह सैनी की मौजूदगी में हस्ताक्षर किए गए।
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Yamuna Water Pact Explained: राजस्थान का हरियाणा संग खत्म हुआ 30 साल पुराना झगड़ा, यमुना का पानी कैसे और कितना मिलेगा सब जानिए

Yamuna Water Pact Explained: राजस्थान का हरियाणा संग खत्म हुआ 30 साल पुराना झगड़ा, यमुना का पानी कैसे और कितना मिलेगा सब जानिए

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NEW The Times Of India Mon 29 Jun 2026 08:26:16 PM

'Russia might launch limited war against Nato within ... ': Dutch intel sounds alarm

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A stark warning from Dutch defense intelligence suggests Russia might launch a limited military strike against a NATO member within a year of the Ukraine war's conclusion. This assessment, highlighting Russia's preparations for a prolonged European confrontation, echoes concerns from NATO's...
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'Russia might launch limited war against Nato within ... ': Dutch intel sounds alarm

'Russia might launch limited war against Nato within ... ': Dutch intel sounds alarm

'Russia might launch limited war against Nato within ... ': Dutch intel sounds alarm

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NEW Prabhat Khabar Mon 29 Jun 2026 07:54:33 PM

तीस्ता के बहाने चिकन-नेक के पास चीन की दस्तक, भारत की चिंता के बीच ड्रैगन का आया बयान

SUMMARY
बीजिंग में प्रेस कॉन्फ्रेंस के दौरान चीनी विदेश मंत्रालय के प्रवक्ता गुओ जियाकुन ने कहा- चीन बांग्लादेश की ‘तीस्ता नदी व्यापक उपचार और पुनर्वास परियोजना’ को अपना समर्थन देने के लिए पूरी तरह तैयार है. उन्होंने इसे आम जनता के आजीविका से जुड़ा एक बेहद महत्वपूर्ण प्रोजेक्ट बताया, जिसे ढाका (बांग्लादेश सरकार) बहुत अधिक महत्व देता है. चीनी प्रवक्ता ने कहा, चीन, बांग्लादेश के साथ अपनी विकास रणनीतियों में अधिक तालमेल बिठाने के लिए तैयार है.
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तीस्ता के बहाने चिकन-नेक के पास चीन की दस्तक, भारत की चिंता के बीच ड्रैगन का आया बयान

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NEW News 18 Hindi Mon 29 Jun 2026 07:44:06 PM

Why West Bengal’s New Law Is Called ‘Goonda Bill’: Is It Similar To UP Act? Explained

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Initial detention orders remain valid for 15 days unless ratified by the state government. Within three weeks, an Advisory Board chaired by a serving or retired High Court judge must review the grounds to determine if continued detention is justified. The bill extends the label of a habitual offender or “goonda" beyond violent criminals to include individuals who habitually commit, promote, or finance syndicate crimes.
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Why West Bengal’s New Law Is Called ‘Goonda Bill’: Is It Similar To UP Act? Explained

Why West Bengal’s New Law Is Called ‘Goonda Bill’: Is It Similar To UP Act? Explained

Why West Bengal’s New Law Is Called ‘Goonda Bill’: Is It Similar To UP Act? Explained

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NEW News 18 Hindi Mon 29 Jun 2026 06:32:50 PM

Delhi Approves New EV Policy: Only Electric Two-Wheelers From 2028, E-Autos Mandatory From 2027

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Transport Commissioner Niharika said buyers of electric vehicles will receive financial incentives of up to ₹30,000 for electric two-wheelers, ₹50,000 for electric autorickshaws and ₹1 lakh for N1 electric trucks. Additional incentives will also be offered to owners who scrap old vehicles while purchasing new electric ones. As part of the policy, Delhi plans to install 23,000 EV charging points across the city during the policy period.
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Delhi Approves New EV Policy: Only Electric Two-Wheelers From 2028, E-Autos Mandatory From 2027

Delhi Approves New EV Policy: Only Electric Two-Wheelers From 2028, E-Autos Mandatory From 2027

Delhi Approves New EV Policy: Only Electric Two-Wheelers From 2028, E-Autos Mandatory From 2027

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NEW Gadgets 360 Mon 29 Jun 2026 06:25:19 PM

Xiaomi, Apple, Google Reportedly Join Hands to Advance Qi 50W Wireless Charging Standard

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Xiaomi is said to have hosted a key industry meeting focused on the next generation of Qi wireless charging, bringing together Apple, Google, Huawei, and several other technology companies to advance the upcoming Qi 50W standard. The latest development could pave the way for future smartphones from multiple brands to support faster wireless charging through the same Qi-certified chargers and accessories.
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Xiaomi, Apple, Google Reportedly Join Hands to Advance Qi 50W Wireless Charging Standard

Xiaomi, Apple, Google Reportedly Join Hands to Advance Qi 50W Wireless Charging Standard

Xiaomi, Apple, Google Reportedly Join Hands to Advance Qi 50W Wireless Charging Standard

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