📰 Daily News Digest – 18 June 2025
Your morning capsule of national and global headlines
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🇮🇳 Top Headlines from India
1. PM Modi to Address NITI Aayog Governing Council Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog in New Delhi. Key issues on the agenda include cooperative federalism, economic reforms, and progress on Viksit Bharat 2047 goals.
2. Monsoon Advances Across North India
The Indian Meteorological Department confirmed that the Southwest Monsoon has covered most parts of Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh. Rainfall expected to intensify over the next 48 hours, aiding Kharif sowing.
3. CBSE Results: Class 10 Re-evaluation Scores Released
CBSE has declared re-evaluation results for Class 10 students. Many students have witnessed a 2–3% increase in their marks. Parents urge further reforms in the rechecking process.
4. RBI Releases Financial Stability Report Preview
Ahead of its full release, RBI shared a snapshot of its Financial Stability Report, highlighting improving credit flows and lower NPA ratios but flagged concerns over global financial volatility.
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🌍 International Headlines
1. Iran’s Presidential Elections on June 28: Campaigning Intensifies
Following the untimely death of President Ebrahim Raisi, Iran gears up for elections. Reformist and conservative candidates are battling over nuclear policy and economic reforms.
2. Global Markets Volatile After Fed Rate Signal
US Federal Reserve signals delay in rate cuts due to persistent inflation. This has triggered short-term volatility in global equity and commodity markets.
3. UN Report Flags Water Stress in South Asia
A United Nations report released today warns of “severe freshwater shortages” in South Asia by 2035 if current patterns of extraction and climate change continue.
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📈 Business & Economy
1. Sensex Opens Flat; Focus on IT & Auto Stocks
The BSE Sensex opened flat this morning amid mixed global cues. All eyes are on Q1 earnings of major IT firms and automobile sales projections.
2. Government to Unveil New MSME Credit Framework
Union Finance Ministry is expected to announce a revamped credit guarantee scheme for MSMEs aimed at boosting formal sector employment and entrepreneurial activity.
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⚽ Sports Highlights
1. India Storm into T20 World Cup 2025 Final
India defeated Australia by 6 wickets in a thrilling semi-final match at Kingston, Jamaica. Virat Kohli’s 67* and Bumrah’s early breakthroughs powered India to the final.
2. Euro 2024 Round of 16 Line-Up Confirmed
The Euro 2024 group stage concluded yesterday. Spain, France, England, and Germany have all advanced to the Round of 16. Knockout matches begin June 22.
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🧠 Quick Bytes
NEET UG 2025 Counseling to begin from 20 June
Delhi Government Approves New EV Policy, targets 50% electric two-wheelers by 2030
Supreme Court hearing today on plea regarding delay in university results across India
NASA’s Artemis III Moon Mission now likely to be delayed until 2027, says official statement
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✍️ Quote of the Day
"The future depends on what you do today." — Mahatma Gandhi
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