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National News
Official Visit to Kenya and Madagascar by Minister of State for Defence
- Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, will lead an Indian delegation on a four-day official visit to Kenya and Madagascar from June 23 to 26, with the objective of strengthening bilateral defence and diplomatic relations.
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International news
Three Major Nuclear Sites in Iran Destroyed
- The United States has claimed to have carried out strikes that destroyed three major nuclear sites in Iran — Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
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6th China–South Asia Cooperation Meeting
- Delegations from Bangladesh, China, and Pakistan held an informal trilateral meeting during the 9th China–South Asia Expo and the 6th China–South Asia Cooperation Meeting, held in Kunming, China.
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Economy and Banking
5th Edition of NTRS Released
- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman released the 5th edition of the National Time Release Study (NTRS) during the CBIC Conclave held in Delhi.
- NTRS is an annual national-level study that quantitatively measures the cargo release time for imports and exports at customs stations.
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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
- Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has secured a ₹511 crore Technology Transfer (ToT) deal from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the manufacturing and commercialization of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV).
- This deal was awarded to HAL following a competitive bidding process conducted by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe).
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL):
| Founded: October 1964 (Registered 16 August 1963) | Headquarters: Bengaluru |
Swiss National Bank Report
- According to the latest report by the Swiss National Bank (SNB), the funds deposited by Indian citizens in Swiss banks have tripled in 2024, reaching a new record high.
Sports News
Olympic Day Run Flagged Off
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya flagged off the Olympic Day Run from JLN Stadium in Delhi.
- The event was organized under the IOC’s ‘Let’s Move’ campaign, aimed at promoting fitness and inclusivity.
Women's Singles ITF J200 Gladbach Tennis Tournament
- Indian tennis player Maya Rajeswaran won the title of Women's Singles ITF J200 Gladbach Tennis Tournament held in Germany.
- The tournament was held in Gladbach from 17 June to 21 June 2025.
Grand Slams of Tennis:
| Tournament Name | Host Country (City) | Month | Court Surface | Features |
| Australian Open | Australia (Melbourne) | January | Hard Court (Plexicushion) | First Grand Slam of the year |
| French Open | France (Paris - Roland Garros) | May–June | Clay Court | Considered the most physically demanding |
| Wimbledon | United Kingdom (London) | June–July | Grass Court | Oldest and most traditional tournament |
| US Open | USA (New York) | August–September | Hard Court (Acrylic) | Extensive use of modern technologies |
FIH Hockey Pro League 2024–25
- In the FIH Hockey Pro League 2024–25, the Indian women's team suffered a 5–1 defeat against host Belgium in Antwerp.
U-23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2025
- The Under-23 Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 was held in Vung Tau, Vietnam from June 18 to 21.
- India achieved a historic finish at the continental event by securing the top spot in the men’s freestyle team rankings and winning the women’s freestyle team title.
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