A crowd in Pimpri's Premlok Park worshipped a gulmohar tree, mistaking water flowing from it as a miracle. The phenomenon, which drew garlands and offerings, was quickly debunked by PCMC officials. An underground water pipeline burst, causing the water to emerge through the tree's trunk, leading to repairs and discussions about awareness.
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India's first bullet train project, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is progressing with 300 km of viaducts completed as of June 2025. Despite delays, the first phase is expected to begin by 2028, cutting travel time significantly. Domestically designed high-speed trains are also in development, promising modern amenities and environmental benefits.
Once allies, Iran and Israel's relationship deteriorated after Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution, with Ayatollah Khomeini severing ties and criticising Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories. Despite some Iranians questioning this hostility, the current leadership, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, maintains an antagonistic stance, even denying the Holocaust. Some supporters of the Islamic Republic criticise Iran's reluctance to directly confront Israel.
Adriyan Karmakar, once losing interest in shooting, found renewed passion through his father's guidance. He secured a silver medal in the 50m rifle prone event at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Suhl, Germany. He became the first Indian to achieve this feat. Overcoming equipment issues, he utilised his father's old rifle.
Central Railway is investigating the Mumbra tragedy, where four commuters died and ten were injured after falling from or inside local trains. The cause remains undetermined due to lack of clear CCTV footage and conflicting eyewitness accounts. A five-member committee is exploring possibilities like overcrowding, bag interference, and loss of balance.
Faf du Plessis showcased incredible athleticism with a stunning catch to dismiss Michael Bracewell during the Texas Super Kings and MI New York match. Despite du Plessis' brilliance and TSK's score of 185/6, Nicholas Pooran's MI New York ultimately chased down the target, overcoming an early setback and securing a victory, fueled by Pollard's explosive hitting.
The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the APPSC Group 1 Mains Result 2025 on its official website, shortlisting 182 candidates for the interview round scheduled from June 23 to 30 in Vijayawada. The exam included seven papers, of which five were merit-based. Candidates can download the result PDF from psc.ap.gov.in.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with Cyprus' highest civilian award, the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, which he dedicated to the 1.4 billion people of India. This visit marks the first by an Indian PM since 2002 and gains importance due to Cyprus' ongoing conflict with Turkey.
The Telangana High Court suspended the conviction and sentence of Gali Janardhan Reddy in an illegal mining case, granting him bail and potentially saving his MLA position. The court also extended bail to three others involved and stayed the conviction of OMC.
During an official inspection at Bijnor district hospital, a kidney patient died mid-dialysis due to a power cut and a non-functional generator lacking fuel. The private firm responsible for the dialysis unit is under scrutiny for negligence, with authorities seizing records and initiating legal action due to mismanagement and lack of cleanliness.