U.S.-Iran Agree to Stand Down, Hold Talks in Doha; Indian Army in Seychelles

U.S., Iran agree to halt strikes, meet in Doha on June 30

The United States and Iran have agreed to stop strikes against each other, a senior U.S. official said, according to a report by Axios. The two sides anticipate meeting on Tuesday (June 30, 2026) in Doha, Qatar’s capital, to work out their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, a key corridor for oil shipments from the region. The agreement follows escalating tensions that threatened maritime security.

Indian Army contingent to participate in Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day celebrations

An Indian Army marching contingent will participate in the 50th National Day celebrations of Seychelles on June 29, marking the Golden Jubilee of the island nation’s Independence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the event as the Guest of Honour, underscoring the close bilateral ties between the two countries. The contingent’s presence symbolizes the enduring friendship and defence cooperation between India and Seychelles.

Landslide dams river in rain-battered Arunachal, warning for Assam downstream

A massive landslide caused by heavy rainfall blocked the flow of the Siji river in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Siang district on Sunday (June 28, 2026), endangering lives and infrastructure downstream. District authorities have alerted residents of Likabali town and villages along the Siji river, which becomes the Gai river in Assam. Officials are monitoring the situation to prevent flash floods and damage.

IMD says wait for monsoon may be over in 5-6 days

Conditions are favourable for further advance of the southwest monsoon into several northern States over the next five to six days, the India Meteorological Department said on Sunday (June 28, 2026), even as the national capital recorded its warmest morning in two years amid the delayed seasonal rainfall. Farmers and urban residents alike await the rains to alleviate the prolonged heat.

Uddhav Thackeray seeks disqualification of rebel MPs, says defections part of bigger conspiracy

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday (June 28, 2026) demanded the immediate disqualification of the six party MPs who recently defected to the Eknath Shinde-led camp, alleging that their switch was part of a larger political conspiracy. Thackeray urged the Speaker to act as per the anti-defection law.

Pakistan says it carried out ground operation, strikes along Afghan border; 29 militants killed

Pakistan announced that its security forces have carried out an intelligence-based ground operation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, followed by “calibrated strikes” against terrorist hideouts and safe havens in the border region, killing 29 militants. The operation aims to dismantle cross-border militant networks.

Bangladesh’s fugitive ex-PM says will return to Dhaka ‘this year’

Bangladesh’s fugitive former leader Sheikh Hasina has vowed to return to her country “this year”, according to an interview published on Sunday (June 28, 2026), months after she was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity. Hasina, 78, fled to neighbouring India in August 2024 after a student-led uprising ended her 15-year rule.

Commerce Ministry convenes stakeholders’ meet on June 30 on SEZ issues

The Commerce Ministry has called a meeting of stakeholders on June 30 to discuss issues related to special economic zones (SEZs), an official said. The meeting will focus on the harmonisation of export promotion schemes and SEZ reforms, aiming to boost trade and investment.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada earns first knockout win on stoppage-time goal against South Africa

Stephen Eustaquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time to give Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa in a round of 32 match on Monday (June 29, 2026) in Inglewood, California. Canada advanced to the round of 16 in Houston on Saturday against the winner between Morocco and the Netherlands.

T20 World Cup: The Perry-Gardner show ends Women in Blue’s run

Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner played key roles as Australia chased down India’s 170 for four with six wickets and six deliveries to spare at Lord’s on Sunday (June 28, 2026), ending India’s T20 World Cup dream. Australia's performance underlined their dominance in women's cricket.