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Good news! Child malnutrition is down, with stunting falling to 29.3% and severe wasting to 5.2%. The survey also showed better immunisation and more babies born in hospitals. However, the report warned that "lifestyle diseases are hitting new highs," with obesity on the rise, meaning we need to focus more on healthy living.
US war secretary Hegseth said India is a "critical anchor" for regional balance. He stressed Delhi must act in its self-interest, especially with China's military buildup. Hegseth also urged allies to boost defence spending, noting the US is expanding its own. He mentioned co-production plans with India for weapons like Javelin missiles.
The Supreme Court is now saying "no more indefinite delays" for court verdicts! They've set a strict 3-month deadline for judges to deliver reserved judgments. If they miss it, the Chief Justice can give two more weeks, but then the case might be reassigned. This aims to speed up justice, especially for bail matters.
India is "powerful" and "modernising" its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on May 30, 2026. He noted India is building industrial capacity for "high-end military operations" and balancing power in the Indian Ocean. The U.S. is also committed to co-producing defence items with India.
India showed its strong support for UN peacekeeping on Friday, May 29, 2026. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni said, "Blue Helmets continue to be the face of the UN." India honored fallen peacekeepers, highlighting its long history of contributing troops and its continued dedication to global peace efforts.
Myanmar's leader, Min Aung Hlaing, is visiting India on Saturday, his first trip abroad as president. He's looking to boost ties and reduce China's influence. Analysts say "All issues that form part of the gamut of relations" will be discussed. This visit marks Myanmar's return to regional talks after years of isolation.
The US Ambassador said the India-US trade deal is "99% done" and should be signed soon. He mentioned that only a tiny bit is left to sort out, and both countries are working hard to finalize it. This deal is expected to boost prosperity for both India and the US.
India's new forensic law in 2022 is a big change from old colonial rules, says a law university head. He explained the 2022 law lets police collect more advanced evidence like DNA and voice, saying "these changes have brought India's investigative practices closer to internationally accepted scientific standards." This modernizes how crimes are solved.