Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu, in an exclusive India Today interview on June 8, 2025, urged the abolition of all high-denomination currency including ₹500 notes to curb corruption. He advocated keeping only ₹100 and ₹200 notes, stating that ending larger notes is essential to reduce illicit wealth. He also backed simultaneous caste, skills, and economic censuses, emphasizing data-driven public policy. Addressing concerns of Hindi imposition, Naidu endorsed preserving regional languages like Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, while supporting Hindi as a national link. He defended the Amaravati city project, projecting it (alongside Hyderabad) as India’s future global metropolises. (PC: PTI)

Kannan Singh, a former head-constable dismissed earlier this year and commander of the radical Meitei group Arambai Tenggol, was arrested by the CBI on charges including the abduction of a senior police officer. His detention triggered violent protests across Imphal Valley: mobs torched a bus, set fires, and some protesters even threatened self-immolation by dousing themselves in petrol. In response, authorities imposed curfews and suspended internet services in five districts. Security forces used tear gas to disperse crowds, eventually bringing the situation under control amid heightened tensions in Manipur’s fragile ethnic landscape. (PC: PTI)

Fresh violence broke out in Manipur after the arrest of a leader from the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol. Angry protesters set fire to tyres, furniture, and a bus. Some even tried to set themselves on fire. Clashes with police were reported in many areas. A curfew was imposed in Bishnupur, and internet was cut off in five districts. Protesters blocked roads and the Imphal airport, fearing the leader would be taken out of the state. One person died during a police lathi charge. The group has called for a 10-day shutdown. Security has been tightened and peace talks are ongoing. (PC: India Today)

Fresh unrest engulfed Manipur on June 7–8, 2025, after security forces arrested a leader of the Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol, reportedly Kanan Singh. Protesters torched tyres, buses, and furniture in Imphal and gheraoed the airport, with gunfire heard during clashes with security personnel . Authorities imposed a total curfew in Bishnupur and prohibitory orders in Imphal East, West, Thoubal, and Kakching. Internet and mobile data services—including VSAT and VPN—were suspended across these five districts for five days to prevent inflammatory content circulation . Tensions remain high amid symbolic self-immolation threats, central force deployments, and mounting fears of further escalation. (PC: NDTV)

Fresh unrest erupted in Manipur following the arrest of a key leader of the Meitei group Arambai Tenggol. Protests intensified across Imphal West, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Thoubal, and Kakching, with incidents of arson, road blockades, and gunfire. A bus was torched in Khurai Lamlong, prompting security forces to use tear gas. In response, authorities enforced total curfew in Bishnupur and imposed Section 144 in surrounding districts. To curb misinformation, the Manipur government suspended mobile internet, broadband, VSAT, and VPN services for five days starting June 7, deploying additional forces to restore calm. (PC: India Today)  

Violent protests broke out in Manipur on Saturday evening, leading to internet suspension and curfew in Bishnupur district. Prohibitory orders were also issued in Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, and Kakching. The government said internet will be shut for 5 days from June 7 to stop the spread of rumours and hate messages. The protests began after five Arambai Tenggol members were arrested. Angry crowds stormed a police post in Imphal West. Police fired shots to control them. Three people, including two journalists, were hurt. In Moreh town, protests also took place, but no violence was reported. The state remains tense. (PC: PTI)

A video of a grieving father, BT Lakshma, mourning at his son’s grave has gone viral. His 21-year-old son, Bhumik, died in the Bengaluru stampede during RCB’s IPL victory parade. The father lay beside the grave and said, “I want to stay here too.” The tragedy killed 11 people and injured 47. The Karnataka government has suspended five police officers and taken action against top officials. The BJP blamed the Congress-led government, calling the event poorly planned. Lakshma had earlier pleaded with officials not to cut open his son’s body. His words reflect the deep pain of many families. (PC: Image/X)

A kidney transplant patient from Jalgaon, Sheetal Borde, was flown to Mumbai on Deputy CM Eknath Shinde’s chartered plane late Friday night after missing her flight. Borde had received an urgent call for a transplant but risked losing the organ if not in Mumbai by midnight. Upon learning of the situation, Shinde, present in Jalgaon for the Ashadhi Wari event, intervened. With help from WRD Minister Girish Mahajan, necessary aviation protocols were cleared, including medical checks for pilots. The flight departed at 9:50 PM, ensuring Borde reached on time. Authorities confirmed the transplant was not missed. (PC: TOI)

A private helicopter en route to Kedarnath with six passengers made an emergency landing on a highway near Guptkashi, Uttarakhand, on Saturday due to a technical snag. The AW119 chopper, operated by Kestrel Aviation, took off from Badasu (Sersi) helipad at 12:52 PM and faced suspected collective control issues shortly after. Pilot Captain RPS Sodhi safely executed a hard landing near the Bharasu helipad. All passengers are unharmed, but the pilot reported back pain and is under medical care. DGCA has dispatched an air safety team to investigate. Other Kedarnath helicopter operations continue uninterrupted, according to UCADA officials. (PC: News18)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar praised two multi-party delegations that returned from outreach visits to African and Gulf nations, saying they “did well” in presenting India’s narrative on terrorism. The teams, led by Supriya Sule and Shrikant Shinde, visited over a dozen countries including South Africa, UAE, and Liberia. Officials in Sierra Leone and Liberia held moments of silence for Pahalgam attack victims. Some nations urged India to improve communication and engage more deeply beyond trade. Jaishankar stressed these "non-prominent" countries could play future roles and acknowledged their appreciation for India’s COVID-19 aid and peacekeeping efforts. (PC: News18)