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India’s farm sector faces potential challenges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a ‘below normal’ southwest monsoon. Amidst growing El Nino risks, rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long period average, with a higher probability of deficient rains.

India’s Navy is set to receive 18 advanced Kamewa waterjet propulsion systems from Norway’s Kongsberg Maritime for its new missile vessels. This significant contract, awarded in partnership with Cochin Shipyard, will equip six stealth corvettes with superior speed, maneuverability, and stealth capabilities, crucial for their role as primary strike platforms.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has streamlined its import clearance process for food items, allowing simultaneous inspection and testing to reduce delays at ports. This change significantly cuts clearance time while maintaining safety checks, with final clearance granted only after all fees are paid.

The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of political consultancy firm I-PAC, in connection with a money-laundering probe linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal. The agency is investigating past payments to I-PAC, with dealings involving former AAP communication advisor Vijay Nair also under scrutiny.

A tragic incident unfolded in North Dinajpur as an elderly woman died during a dispute over voting procedures. Family members of a blind voter clashed with election officials, demanding a disabled daughter’s presence. The ensuing commotion led to the woman’s collapse, with doctors suspecting a heart attack.