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India-UK Free Trade Agreement to Take Effect from 15 July 2026

Jun 18, 2026

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The India-UK Free Trade Agreement will come into force on 15 July 2026. Signed on 24 July 2025, the pact will slash tariffs on key goods: Indian whisky from 150% to 40% and automotive tariffs from 100% to 10%. Bilateral trade is expected to rise by £25.5 billion annually.

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Zero Poaching for Three Years: Manas National Park's Conservation Success Story

Jun 18, 2026

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Assam Chief Minister announced that Manas National Park has recorded zero rhino and tiger poaching cases for three consecutive years. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Manas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a Project Tiger reserve. It is home to endangered species like the pygmy hog and golden langur.

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Madhya Pradesh to Introduce Uniform Civil Code Bill in Monsoon Session

Jun 18, 2026

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Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on 17 June 2026 that a Uniform Civil Code Bill will be introduced in the Monsoon Session of the state Assembly from 20-24 July. A six-member committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prasad Desai is drafting the Bill after touring the state.

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US-Iran Truce: 14-Point Agreement Ends War, Reopens Strait of Hormuz

Jun 18, 2026

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The US and Iran signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iran agreed to dilute its enriched uranium stockpile, while the US will lift all sanctions and support a $300 billion reconstruction fund. A final deal must be struck within 60 days.

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Srihari Nataraj Breaks Own 50m Backstroke Record at National Aquatics Championships

Jun 18, 2026

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Asian medallist Srihari Nataraj broke his own seven-year-old 50m backstroke record at the National aquatics championships in Ahmedabad on 17 June 2026. He clocked 25.21 in the heats and 25.32 in the final to win gold. Saanvi Deshwal and the Karnataka mixed relay team also set new national records.

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