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Accidents, injuries, and deaths among gig workers, particularly those employed by delivery platforms, have increased, with many families not receiving insurance benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY). The Union government claims gig workers are covered under the Code of Social Security, but data shows gaps in benefit distribution.

The Union Government plans to reduce GST on tobacco exports from 40% to 28%. They assured the A.P. delegation that alternative incentive mechanisms will be explored to protect farmers' interests.

Families of seafarers killed in Hormuz attacks are demanding UN intervention, compensation, and government jobs. Forward Seamen’s Union of India general secretary Manoj Yadav criticizes the Union Government for not strongly opposing the killings or ensuring justice for the affected families.

The Dalit Sangharsha Samiti (DSS) has demanded the Union Government disclose the names of the committee responsible for preparing the NEET question paper to address an alleged paper leak. The group claims this transparency would help identify those involved in the incident.

The Union government has reiterated that the release of Samagra Shiksha funds for Tamil Nadu is conditional on the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP). It stated that the RTE (Entitlements) component will be released in due time, responding to a question from DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran in the Lok Sabha.

Tamil Nadu has scaled up ABHA creation under the Union government's Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, covering 2.54 crore people. ABHA is a 14-digit health identifier for digital health records.

CPI(M) urges TDP and YSRCP MPs to prioritize state interests in Parliament, emphasizing the need to address crises in tobacco, maize, mango, and aquaculture farming sectors by seeking solutions from the Union government.

CPI(M) protesters in Kalaburagi demonstrated against the detention of Sonam Wangchuk and demanded the resignation of the Education Minister. They burned effigies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr. Pradhan and symbolically broke an earthen pot to protest the Union Government’s 'communal and fascist policies'.

IT employees are protesting CorroHealth's layoffs and demanding stronger regulations for the sector. They argue that the Union government's labour codes lack effective penalties for companies violating labor laws.

The Supreme Court has stated that the state must preserve the life of a person on an indefinite fast without infringing on the right to dissent. Activist Sonam Wanghuk has been fasting for 19 days at Jantar Mantar, with the Union government remaining silent, while the Delhi High Court emphasized the preciousness of life on July 16.

Kerala CPI has chartered an entire train to transport party workers to Delhi for a national protest against the Union government's policies. The protest, under the slogan 'Delhi Chalo, Badlaav Zaroori Hai', will involve cadres from across the country.

Annamalai has urged Union and State governments to assist in transporting bodies of 10 Tamil Nadu victims from a Vietnam boat accident back to Tamil Nadu. The incident resulted in multiple fatalities, with the deceased requiring repatriation.

Rajeev Gowda accuses PM Modi of responsibility for alleged misappropriation by the Ram Temple Trust, stating that all trust activities and appointments were conducted through the Union Government with Amit Shah's central role.

CPI questions Prime Minister Modi's silence regarding the Ram Temple case, accusing the Union government of betraying public trust. Party general secretary Raja states that resignations alone would not suffice.

Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy stated that Karnataka should fight for a fair share of water from the Godavari-Krishna-Cauvery river linking project, as the state will receive a meagre amount under the current plan.

Kerala's Forests Minister Shibu Baby John met Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav to seek greater Central support for addressing human-wildlife conflict. While the Centre approved some proposals, it rejected Kerala's demand to classify wild boar as vermin.

Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre accused the Union government of illegally selling HMT forest land for real estate businesses, responding to Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's comments on the issue.

The Union government issued a notice to WhatsApp regarding its username feature due to concerns about impersonation. The feature was scheduled to be rolled out in the coming months.

The implementation of the ₹12,642-crore VB-G RAM G project in Tamil Nadu is set for July 1. The funding arrangement splits costs 60:40 between the Union and State governments, with the Union contributing ₹7,585 crore and the State ₹5,057 crore.

The Karnataka High Court has issued a notice to the Union and State governments regarding a petition opposing the relocation of BTC’s racecourse to Kunigal Stud Farm. The petitioner argues that the farm is a mature, self-sustaining ecosystem, not just vacant land.

Edappadi Palaniswami urged the TVK-led government to follow Jayalalithaa's approach regarding NLC disinvestment. He stated his party would organize protests against privatizing NLC and pledged support for any related agitation.

The Union government has set a $21 billion textile export target for Tamil Nadu by 2030. The goal focuses on boosting the state's textile industry to achieve significant export growth.

The Union government has eased Quality Control Order rules for several sectors over a five-year period. The change allows selected domestic companies to procure supplies from manufacturers holding Scheme II licenses under BIS regulations, instead of the stricter Scheme I.

India’s envoy to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi has assumed office and announced the resumption of travel visa applications starting June 28. Trivedi presented his credentials to Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, and the Union government granted him the status of a Union Minister for ceremonial functions.

The Union Government plans to implement a major desilting initiative for dams nationwide, as announced by Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil. The minister highlighted the collaboration between Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana on the Tungabhadra water resource, noting the participation of their chief ministers as a sign of cooperation.

The CAG has flagged a variation of ₹12,669 crore in Kerala’s KIIFB and KSSPL off-Budget borrowings for 2024-25. It recommends the Kerala government disclose these borrowings in the Budget and to the Union government.

The Union government has launched a new scheme requiring local bodies to secure at least 50% of urban development project costs through market-based financing such as bonds, bank loans, and public-private partnerships, with the government providing a 25% grant.

Mahesh Tenginakai, an MLA, stated that the Pradhan Mantri Vikasit Bharat Rojgar Yojna (PM-VBRY) aims to encourage first-time employees and employers to promote formal job creation.

CWC Member Gidugu Rudra Raju urged the Union government to convene a meeting with all State Chief Ministers to gather suggestions for ensuring secure arrangements for national-level examinations in 2027, including NEET.

Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan stated that only the Union government can withdraw from the PM SHRI agreement after providing a one-month notice, and there is no provision in the agreement to suspend the scheme's implementation. The Kerala government has no right to withdraw or pause the scheme under the current terms.

The Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a resolution opposing the Karnataka government's Mekedatu dam proposal. The resolution urged the Union government to withhold all approvals, including technical and environmental clearances, for the project.

The government ratified an 8.25% interest rate for the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) for the financial year 2025-26, marking the third consecutive year this rate has been maintained. The Central Board of Trustees (CBT), chaired by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, had earlier decided on this rate.

Bengaluru has proposed Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) links to Mysuru, Tumakuru, and Kolar, seeking approval from the Union government. The proposal is part of key metro and transport infrastructure projects for which Mr. Shivakumar requested early approval.

The domestic LPG price has increased by ₹29 per cylinder, the second hike in three months, attributed to elevated global energy costs. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated that an LPG price hike is inevitable due to a global crisis.