A leaked FSB document exposes Russia's deep-seated distrust of China, viewing it as a significant espionage threat despite public displays of unity. The memo details alleged Chinese efforts to steal technology, recruit experts, and gather intelligence on military operations, particularly concerning the war in Ukraine and Arctic development.
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A Delhi man died in Mussoorie due to a suspected heart attack, exacerbated by severe traffic and ambulance unavailability. His family struggled for over an hour to cover a short distance despite police escort. The incident highlights Mussoorie's traffic crisis and ambulance shortage, with only a few ambulances serving the Dehradun region.
PM Modi has reaffirmed India's commitment to finalize a free trade agreement with the European Union by the end of the year, highlighting the potential benefits for all stakeholders. Discussions have accelerated, with the next negotiation round scheduled for July 7. Furthermore, the India Middle-East Europe Economic Corridor, though delayed, is expected to foster regional peace and prosperity.
Following a massive fire on the Singapore-flagged MV Wan Hai 503 off the Kerala coast, China has expressed gratitude to India for its swift response in rescuing crew members, including Chinese nationals. The Indian Coast Guard deployed ships and aircraft for firefighting and rescue operations after the explosion on June 9.
The ICC has unveiled the schedule for the 2025-27 World Test Championship, featuring 71 matches among nine teams. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will kick off the cycle on June 17, while Australia is set to play the most Tests with 22 games.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Bharatiya Bhasha Anubhag, an Indian languages section, to reduce English's role in official communication. This initiative aims to facilitate seamless communication between the Centre and non-Hindi speaking states by enabling translation of official documents.
India's Covid-19 death toll has surpassed 100, with 11 deaths reported on Monday, the highest single-day increase in the current wave. Kerala accounts for the majority of fatalities, with victims having pre-existing conditions. While new sub-variants are suspected to be driving the surge, experts say symptoms remain mild, and most cases are managed at home with symptomatic treatment.
The fire, which had been raging for several days, prompted immediate action from forest authorities and emergency services as it threatened nearby villages and infrastructure, including the crucial national highway route.
Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong is expected to visit India this week, marking the second high-level bilateral exchange this year. Discussions will likely encompass the normalization of relations following the Ladakh standoff, including the resumption of air services and people-to-people exchanges.
India and the US are aiming to finalize an initial trade deal by July 9, but a comprehensive agreement may take longer due to the Trump administration's evolving trade policies. Key issues include tariff implementation, competitiveness for Indian exporters, and protecting sensitive sectors like agriculture.
Sonam Raghuvanshi, accused of murdering her husband Raja during their honeymoon in Sohra, underwent a mental health assessment and was deemed sound. Her brother has been summoned for questioning as the investigation continues. Authorities plan to recreate the crime scene with the five suspects, while Raja's family held a private 'tehrvi' ceremony, grappling with unanswered questions and demanding further investigation.