Maritime & Energy Security: India escalated protests with the US after strikes on merchant vessels off Oman killed three Indian mariners; MEA said crew on MT Liaki Freedom are safe and reports of a fourth attack are false, while Jaishankar reiterated India’s stance on “unacceptable” actions. Defence & Strategic Industry: DRDO’s three consecutive flight-tests (June 10-11) validated India’s multi-layered ballistic missile defence and a maiden NASM-MR test, placing India in an elite BMD club. Power & Utilities: Delhi DERC approved monthly Power Purchase Adjustment Charges, with higher bills likely for users above 500 units; MCD plans barrier-less free-flow tolling at all entry plazas by Dec. Mining & Policy: Vedanta founder Anil Agarwal urged a simpler, self-certified exploration regime and a single policy for below-the-ground sectors. Manufacturing & Chemicals: Anupam Rasayan commercialised ETFA production via continuous flow chemistry—claimed as a global first. Power Deal: JSW Energy to acquire MCCPL (300 MW thermal) for ₹1,410 crore. Education & Mobility: JoSAA Round 1 cut-offs show IIT Bombay CSE closing at AIR 65; Bengaluru’s Jayadeva Metro Station (tallest interchange) targets August opening. Food & Consumer Watch: Nestle India rejected Maggi infestation allegations, citing FSSAI-notified lab tests. Economy Pulse: A report said India’s labour productivity gap with China widened by over $30,000 per worker since 2000.