Indian industries face supply chain disruptions as China tightens export controls on rare earth magnets, a crucial component for automobile manufacturing. The number of Indian firms seeking import permits has nearly doubled, including major players like Bosch and TVS Motor.
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Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall on June 16, 2025, with the city area receiving the highest intensity. Wadala recorded the highest rainfall at 161.4 mm, followed by Matunga at 147.55 mm. Bandra in the western suburbs saw 134.59 mm, while Chembur led the eastern suburbs with 111 mm.
Speculations surrounding the AI 171 crash intensify, with a focus on potential electrical system failure in the Boeing 787, which uses electrical systems instead of conventional ones. Pilots are exploring if this contributed after a possible engine failure. While dual engine failures are rare, the 787's reliance on electrical systems prompts scrutiny.
A recent government report suggests that numerous UFO sightings in the US may be attributed to military disinformation campaigns and covert operations rather than extraterrestrial encounters. The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) uncovered strategies used since the Cold War, including staged evidence and misleading briefings, to obscure classified aircraft programs.
Swiggy, the popular online food delivery app, experienced a widespread outage across India, starting around 2:46 pm. Downdetector reported that many users faced issues accessing the app, completing orders, and tracking deliveries. Impacted cities included Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Hyderabad. Frustrated users took to X (formerly Twitter) to report the problems, highlighting payment failures and inaccessible help sections.
A life-sized statue honoring cricket legend Wasim Akram in Hyderabad, Pakistan has sparked amusement online. Intended as a tribute, the statue, depicting Akram in his 1999 World Cup jersey, has been widely mocked for its unflattering resemblance. Fans humorously compared it to other statue mishaps, referencing Sachin Tendulkar's statue in Mumbai.
Prime Minister Modi urged decisive global action against terrorism during a meeting with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, who condemned the Pahalgam attack and affirmed UK's support against cross-border terrorism. Both leaders celebrated the India-UK Free Trade Agreement and Double Taxation Avoidance Convention.
In Tripura, a shocking murder case has unfolded with the arrest of six individuals, including a doctor and his parents. Sariful Islam, an electrician, was allegedly murdered in Agartala due to a love triangle involving Dr. Dibakar Saha and a woman.
Goa's health minister Vishwajit Rane initially ordered the suspension of Dr Rudresh Kurtikar at Goa Medical College and Hospital after a video went viral showing Rane confronting the doctor about patient care. However, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant intervened, assuring the public that Dr Kurtikar would not be suspended.
Brazil clinched their spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a narrow 1-0 victory against Paraguay, marking Carlo Ancelotti's debut win. Vinicius Jr.'s goal just before halftime secured the win, propelling Brazil to third place in the South American standings. Paraguay, despite the loss, remains in contention for qualification, needing only a point to secure their place.