Ramoji Rao, the visionary head of the ETV Network and Ramoji Film City, passed away at 87 while undergoing treatment in Hyderabad. He was admitted to Star Hospital on June 5 due to high blood pressure and breathlessness. His body has been moved to Ramoji Film City, with several prominent leaders and film personalities expected to pay their respects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his death, praising Rao's revolutionary contributions to Indian media and film. Born in 1936, Rao led the Ramoji Group, including the Eenadu newspaper, a major Telugu daily. He also won two Filmfare Awards for his work in the film industry.

The Reserve Bank of India has revised its GDP growth projection for the current fiscal year to 7.2% from 7%, citing rising private consumption and rural demand. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das noted that domestic economic activity has remained resilient, with manufacturing and services sectors showing strength. The central bank expects real GDP growth to reach 8.2% in 2023-24. Despite high growth rates, RBI Deputy Governor Michael Debabrata Patra ruled out concerns of an overheating economy, stating that output levels are still recovering from pandemic-era lows.

Five Naxalites were killed and three jawans injured in a gunfight in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Friday. The clash occurred in the Orchha area, involving a joint team from the District Reserve Guard and the 45th battalion of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police. Bodies of five Naxalites and some weapons were recovered. This year, 122 Naxalites have been killed in various encounters in the state. Recent operations saw seven Naxalites killed on May 23 and twelve on May 10. Further details of the encounter are awaited.

Kulwinder Kaur, a CISF constable, was suspended and arrested for allegedly slapping actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh Airport. The incident occurred during a security check when Kaur, upset over Ranaut’s past remarks about farmers, reportedly hit her. Kaur defended her actions, stating on X, “I am not afraid of losing this job... I am ready to lose thousands of such jobs for my mother’s respect.” The altercation stems from Ranaut’s controversial 2020 comment about farmers protesting against the government's farm laws. A video of the incident has gone viral, leading to widespread public and media attention.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has maintained the repo rate at 6.5%, as announced by Governor Shaktikanta Das. The decision, taken by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), reflects ongoing concerns over inflation, which remains above the target of 4%. Despite economic uncertainties, the RBI projects a GDP growth rate of 7.2% for FY2024-25, marking the fourth consecutive year of 7% or higher growth. The standing deposit facility (SDF) rate stays at 6.25%, while the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and bank rate are unchanged at 6.75%. The RBI aims to balance inflation control with growth.

After a tragic trekking incident in Uttarakhand, the bodies of nine trekkers from Karnataka are set to be airlifted to Bengaluru on Thursday. The trekkers lost their lives due to extreme weather conditions while on a trek organized by the Himalayan View Trekking Agency. Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda, coordinating with Uttarakhand authorities, ensured swift arrangements for transporting the bodies. Post-mortem is underway, and after embalming in Dehradun, the bodies will be flown to Bengaluru. Eight trekkers have been rescued, while five more are to be airlifted today, as efforts continue to ensure their safe return.

Nine members of a 22-member trekking group died during a trek in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district due to adverse weather conditions. The group, comprising 18 trekkers from Karnataka, one from Maharashtra, and three local guides, lost their way on the Sahastra Tal trek. A joint rescue operation involving the Indian Air Force and disaster response teams saved 13 trekkers, with eight airlifted to Dehradun. The deceased trekkers have been identified, all from Bengaluru. Rescue operations continue to retrieve the remaining bodies. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is closely monitoring the situation.

World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and French President Emmanuel Macron, congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the BJP-led NDA coalition's historic third-term victory. Biden praised the election's vast turnout and emphasized the growing friendship between the US and India. Sunak highlighted the strong UK-India ties, while Macron expressed a commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership with India. Leaders from Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan, China, and other nations also extended their congratulations, signaling robust global support for Modi's continued leadership.

Following the BJP-led NDA's historic third-term victory, over 50 world leaders, including Israel's Netanyahu and Ukraine's Zelenskyy, extended their congratulations to PM Narendra Modi. Leaders from neighboring countries like Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Maldives, as well as global figures from Italy, Japan, and the US, praised Modi's leadership and India's democratic process. The BJP secured 240 seats, emerging as the largest party in the 543-member Lok Sabha. With allies, the NDA reached the 272-majority mark. Modi's re-election signifies continued global recognition of India's growing influence and stable governance.

China congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his election victory, expressing readiness to work with India. Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning highlighted the importance of a "healthy and stable" China-India relationship for regional and global peace. This comes despite strained ties since the 2020 Ladakh border standoff. Modi's BJP-led NDA secured 272 seats with allies, ensuring a majority. Leaders from Israel, Ukraine, and several South Asian countries also extended congratulations. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni pledged to strengthen Italy-India cooperation. The BJP won 240 of the 543 Lok Sabha seats, emerging as the largest party.