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    Monsoon Delayed Again: Kerala Onset Pushed to June 3 or Later; El Niño Raises Concerns for Below-Normal 2026 Rainfall

    If winds strengthen as anticipated in early June, the monsoon could progress northward rapidly after onset.

    Khet Bachao Abhiyan: Government Pushes Balanced Fertilizer Use to Save Farms, Soil, and Farmers’ Futures

    The “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” is more than an awareness drive – it is a clarion call to safeguard the foundation of India’s food security: its soils.

    India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train Poised for Launch: A Milestone in Green and Energy-Efficient Rail Mobility

    This development comes amid India’s push for energy independence and climate leadership. The country aims to produce 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030.

    CIC Ruling on BCCI Sparks Fresh Transparency Debate Over RTI Coverage

    The latest order is expected to intensify legal and political debate over whether India’s most powerful sporting body can continue to remain outside the country’s transparency regime.

    UN Slashes India’s 2026 GDP Forecast to 6.4% Amid West Asia Crisis, But Outlook Remains Robust

    Economists note that India’s large domestic market and diversified economy offer insulation compared to smaller, more open nations. Prudent management of fiscal buffers will be critical to navigating near-term volatility while sustaining the growth trajectory.

    Scorching Heatwave Engulfs Delhi and North-Central India: Temperatures Hit 45°C+ as IMD Warns of Prolonged Extreme Conditions

    As Delhi and much of India endure this punishing heat, the event serves as a stark reminder of the challenges posed by rising temperatures.

    India: Unemployment Rate Rises to 5.2% in April 2026: Rural Joblessness and Falling Labour Participation Raise Concerns

    This uptick from 5.1 per cent in March and 4.9 per cent in February underscores emerging pressures in the labour market, particularly in rural regions where job opportunities remain scarce.

    India: Expensive Fuel Pushes Wholesale Inflation to 8.3 per cent in April, Highest in 42 Months

    This development comes at a time when the economy is navigating multiple global headwinds.

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