Delhi faces a severe water crisis, worsened by extreme summer heat. BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva accused the AAP government of mismanaging resources, claiming the Delhi Jal Board went from a ₹600 crore profit to a ₹73,000 crore loss. BJP leaders, including MP Bansuri Swaraj, protested across the city. Many Delhi residents struggle to get water, relying on tankers and borewells. AAP blames Haryana for not releasing Delhi’s share of water. Water Minister Atishi has written to PM Modi for help and plans to start an indefinite fast if the issue isn't resolved.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's jail stay has been extended until July 3. He was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Delhi excise policy case on March 21. The court heard his bail plea on June 19 but extended his custody. The ED says the case centers on Kejriwal’s role. His lawyer argues that chargesheets do not accuse him. The judge also set a hearing for Kejriwal's request to allow his wife to join medical board proceedings via video conference. Kejriwal's interim bail was denied on June 5, with the court ordering his medical needs be met in custody.

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi has intensified his criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of silence over alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examination. This follows the Supreme Court's remarks, urging thorough investigation into any negligence in the exam process. Gandhi highlighted arrests in BJP-ruled states related to the exam scandal, emphasizing the impact on over 24 lakh students. Promising to advocate for stringent laws against paper leaks, Gandhi pledged opposition support in Parliament. NEET-UG, managed by NTA, is crucial for admissions to medical and related courses across India, underscoring concerns over fairness and integrity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Varanasi on Tuesday, marking his first trip since starting his third term in office. At the PM Kisan Samman Sammelan, he released Rs 20,000 crore under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, benefiting over 9.26 crore farmers. Modi emphasized the importance of promoting Indian agricultural products globally and announced steps to support three crore women as 'Lakhpati didis'. The visit included participation in Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat and a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Since its inception, the PM-KISAN scheme has transferred over Rs 3 lakh crore to farmers' accounts.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting on Monday to address the escalating ethnic conflict in Manipur. Shah emphasized the need for dialogue with both Meiteis and Kukis to foster unity and prevent further violence in the state. He directed strategic deployment of central forces and assured increased support if necessary. The meeting, attended by top officials including the Army Chief and Home Secretary, underscored the government's commitment to restore peace and ensure safety for all residents. The ongoing clashes have displaced thousands and claimed over 225 lives, prompting urgent humanitarian measures.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has opted to retain his Raebareli Lok Sabha seat and vacate Wayanad, where his sister Priyanka Gandhi will make her electoral debut. This decision follows Rahul's dual victories in the recent Lok Sabha elections. The announcement was made by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge after discussions in New Delhi. Rahul affirmed that both constituencies will benefit from dual representation. Priyanka Gandhi expressed readiness to serve Wayanad effectively and continue supporting Raebareli. This move could see three members of the Gandhi family simultaneously in Parliament if Priyanka wins the upcoming bypolls.

Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi condemned the Modi government for alleged mismanagement of the Railway Ministry following the Kanchanjunga Express accident in West Bengal. At least 15 people died and around 60 were injured when a goods train collided with the passenger train. Kharge accused the government of prioritizing self-promotion over safety, calling it "utter mismanagement." Gandhi echoed these sentiments, blaming the rise in railway accidents on government negligence. They demanded immediate compensation for victims and criticized what they termed as a pattern of neglect in railway safety over the past decade.

The Congress party's Kerala unit sparked controversy by posting a sarcastic message on social media mocking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Pope Francis at the G7 summit in Italy. The now-deleted post included a photo of Modi with the Pope, accompanied by the caption, "Finally, the Pope got a chance to meet God!" This comment alluded to Modi's previous statement about being "sent by God." The BJP reacted strongly, condemning the Congress for insulting both Modi and the Pope. Kerala BJP leaders, including K Surendran and George Kurian, criticized the post as offensive and accused the Congress of demeaning nationalistic figures and hurting religious sentiments, particularly among Christians in Kerala.

The Opposition parties may field a candidate for the Speaker's post in the 18th Lok Sabha if they are not given the Deputy Speaker's post, sources told India Today TV. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will begin on June 24, with the Speaker election process starting on June 26. In the last Lok Sabha, the Deputy Speaker's office remained vacant. The INDIA bloc, having won 233 seats, aims to secure the Deputy Speaker's post. The Speaker's role is crucial, presiding over the House and joint parliamentary sessions, and overseeing legislative processes.

The RSS has dismissed rumors of a split with the BJP following remarks by its chief, Mohan Bhagwat. Bhagwat emphasized that a true 'sevak' should be humble and dignified, which some speculated was aimed at the BJP. RSS sources clarified that Bhagwat’s comments were not directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi or BJP leaders. They stated that his speech was consistent with past statements and was misinterpreted. Additionally, RSS distanced itself from Indresh Kumar's comments about the BJP's election performance, noting they were his personal views and not the organization's stance.