Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Archived Pulse in India

In India, trending topics reflect a mix of concerns over public hygiene in IRCTC services, innovations in EPFO withdrawals, digital service disruptions at Zoho, government welfare initiatives like Annapurna Bhandar, and sports highlights such as Aryna Sabalenk

Sports29% (7)

Money21% (5)

Life17% (4)

World13% (3)

Weather8% (2)

Entertainment8% (2)

Culture4% (1)

Quick context

IRCTC in scrutiny over unhygienic catering practices: IRCTC faced criticism and regulatory notice after a video showed unhygienic utensil washing practices on a train, despite rising profits.

EPFO introduces instant PF withdrawal system: EPFO launched EPFO 3.0, enabling instant PF withdrawals via UPI and ATM while preserving pension benefits.

Zoho mail outage and AI technology caution: Zoho experienced a major service outage amid founder's warnings about AI bubble and exploration of AI software advances.

Launch and update on Annapurna Bhandar Scheme: West Bengal's Annapurna Bhandar Yojana expands with new eligibility and online application to aid food security.

Aryna Sabalenka progresses at French Open 2026: Aryna Sabalenka advanced to French Open quarterfinals defeating Naomi Osaka, sparking talks of women's night sessions at Roland-Garros.

Why people are curious

In IN, search intent is led by following (6), planning (5), buying (4). People are using the snapshot to track what is happening now, understand confusing topics, and decide what to do next.