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Sundarraj P Appointed NIA Inspector General: Bastar's Anti-Naxal Veteran Moves to Central Agency

Jun 17, 2026

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The Union government appointed Sundarraj P, a 2003-batch IPS officer, as Inspector General in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on 16 June 2026. He served for 12 years in Chhattisgarh's Bastar Range, supervising anti-Naxal operations. His experience will strengthen the NIA's counter-terrorism efforts.

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Ministry of Ayush Launches Yoga Park Portal to Promote Preventive Healthcare

Jun 17, 2026

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The Ministry of Ayush launched the Yoga Park Portal on 17 June 2026 to transform public parks into community wellness hubs. The initiative promotes yoga, meditation, and preventive healthcare through accessible public spaces, with support from local bodies, NGOs, and corporate CSR. The portal was launched during the International Day of Yoga 2026 countdown event in Khajuraho.

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UPI Goes Global: India Launches Digital Payments at Galeries Lafayette in Nice

Jun 17, 2026

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India launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) services at Galeries Lafayette Nice Massena in France on 16 June 2026. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal led the launch, partnering with NPCI International and Lyra Collect. Indian travellers can now make instant, secure payments at the iconic department store using their familiar UPI apps.

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Department of War Restores U.S. Pacific Command Designation, Honoring Historical Legacy

Jun 17, 2026

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The U.S. Department of War announced on June 16, 2026, that the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command will restore its name to the U.S. Pacific Command. Originally established on January 1, 1947, by President Harry S. Truman, the command was renamed in 2018. Its area of responsibility and mission remain unchanged.

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New Lynx Spider Species Hamataliwa mawlyngot Discovered in Meghalaya

Jun 17, 2026

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Researchers have discovered a new species of lynx spider named Hamataliwa mawlyngot in Meghalaya's East Khasi Hills. It was found on Molucca brambles on a hillside. This is the first record of the lynx spider genus Hamataliwa in Meghalaya. The spider is an active hunter and does not build webs.

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