Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian astronaut to reach the ISS since 1984, aboard the Axiom-4 mission. Accompanying him is ‘Joy’, a white plush swan serving as the crew’s zero-gravity indicator and a symbolic tribute to Indian culture. Representing the vahana of Goddess Saraswati, Joy blends spirituality with space tradition. The mission highlights India’s growing role in global space exploration, backed by ISRO and SpaceX, and underscores the soft power of cultural symbolism in scientific frontiers.
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A devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad claimed the lives of resident doctors and others near BJ Medical College. The aircraft struck residential buildings and the doctors' mess, resulting in immediate fire and chaos.
Randhir Kapoor voiced his disapproval of Karisma Kapoor's marriage to Sunjay Kapur, emphasizing the Kapoor family's independence from Sunjay's wealth. The couple's 2003 marriage ended in a contentious 2016 divorce, with allegations of infidelity and financial disputes. Sunjay Kapur, who passed away in June 2025, amassed a $1.2 billion fortune through Sona Comstar.
DRDO has transferred technology for nine land systems and weapon platforms to both defence PSUs and private companies, boosting indigenous defence production. This includes tech for mounted artillery guns to Bharat Forge and CBRN reconnaissance vehicles to BEL.
India's robust economic growth faces threats from escalating tensions in West Asia, particularly the Iran-Israel conflict, which could spike oil prices and disrupt trade routes. While India possesses sufficient energy reserves, potential disruptions could elevate inflation and shipping expenses. Government officials are closely monitoring the situation, confident that India's strong macroeconomic indicators will help it weather the crisis.
The top spot, without contest, belongs to a former Royal Air Force pilot with an eye for detail and a knack for turning geopolitical chaos into page-turning precision: Frederick Forsyth, who departed for Elysium on June 9.
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Raigad, Pune, and Satara districts, warning of extremely heavy rainfall. Mumbai is under an orange alert as persistent showers caused waterlogging and disrupted transportation. Since June 1st, rain-related incidents have tragically claimed 18 lives in Maharashtra, with 65 others injured.
Israeli jets launched air strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites. This happened after President Trump urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to wait. Netanyahu called the operation 'Rising Lion'. The strikes strained US-Israel relations. Iran promised retaliation. Gulf states are worried about the fallout. Trump convened the National Security Council. Oil prices increased due to fears of disruption.
South Africa legend AB de Villiers revealed a temporary fallout with Virat Kohli after prematurely disclosing information about Kohli's personal life in early 2024. De Villiers shared that Kohli ceased communication for months following the blunder, which involved publicly announcing Anushka Sharma's pregnancy. He expressed relief when Kohli eventually resumed contact.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in over two decades. He aims to strengthen ties in trade, investment, and security. Following Cyprus, Modi will attend the G7 Summit in Canada, focusing on global economic stability and climate change, before concluding his tour in Croatia to discuss strategic cooperation.