The IMD has issues warning heavy to very heavy rainfall for Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra among other states while rainfall is likely in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and some parts of Northeast and eastern regions. IMD has also predicted thunderstorms for Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has denied being the person in a controversial sacrilege video, alleging it was created using a realistic face mask as part of a political conspiracy.

The Centre has introduced new prices in the Indian passport fee structure with effect from July 1. From now on, the new passport will cost Rs 2,500 while Tatkaal charges would be double, Rs 5000. As the new structure will come into force, the passport holders have been enjoying other facilities.