Stock market recommendations: Motilal Oswal Financial Services recommends Federal Bank and Prince Pipes as top stock picks for the week starting June 30, 2025. Federal Bank is expected to sustain strong loan and deposit growth, driven by strategic portfolio rebalancing and a focus on CASA.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are preparing for the Amarnath Yatra. A mock drill was conducted at Yatri Niwas. This drill tested emergency response for potential disasters. The first pilgrim batch will leave Jammu on July 2. Authorities are ensuring all facilities are ready. Security measures include increased surveillance and highway patrols.
The investigation into the Air India AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 is exploring all possibilities, including sabotage, according to Junior Civil Aviation Minister Murlidhar Mohol. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is analyzing the black box data, recovered CVR and FDR, to determine the cause of the accident.
The Union environment ministry has introduced model rules for tree felling on agricultural land, aiming to simplify regulations and promote agroforestry across states and UTs. This initiative encourages farmers to integrate trees into their farming systems, boosting agroforestry practices and supporting industries like pulp and paper.
In northern Idaho, a suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain, tragically killing two people. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office reported ongoing sniper fire, prompting a police operation to locate the shooter, who remains at large. Residents are urged to avoid the area as the fire continues to burn.
Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai has launched a weekly clinic to assist patients and families in creating living wills, following a 2018 Supreme Court judgment recognizing them. The clinic aims to improve public awareness and facilitate the process, especially after the 2023 simplified version.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, recalling it as a dark chapter and urging vigilance to protect the Constitution. He highlighted the unified opposition against the Emergency, citing former Prime Ministers Morarji Desai and Atal Bihari Vajpayee, along with Jagjivan Ram, who spoke against the atrocities and the importance of safeguarding democracy.
India has made substantial strides in social protection, expanding coverage from 22% in 2016 to 64.3% in 2025. Poverty has declined significantly, with a notable reduction in extreme poverty rates.
