Nasa and Axiom Space delayed the Axiom-4 mission due to leaks in the ISS's Russian module, now deemed "small." Roscosmos is working on repairs, with a possible launch date of June 19. SpaceX has resolved Falcon-9 rocket LOX leak issues. The mission, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla, will proceed once ISS repairs are confirmed.
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National Testing Agency announced NEET UG 2025 results. Over 22 lakh students appeared. 12.3 lakh candidates qualified this year. Aspirants can check scorecards on neet.nta.nic.in. Category-wise and gender-wise details are available. Female candidates dominated the results. Qualified candidates are now eligible for Medical Counselling Committee counselling. Cut-off marks decreased slightly. Counselling schedule will be announced soon on mcc.nic.in.
A Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to cage-free and organic brown eggs from August Egg Company has sickened 79 people across seven states, leading to a recall of 1.7 million dozen eggs. The CDC issued a warning after cases emerged between February and May, with affected eggs distributed to various retailers, including Walmart, under specific plant codes and sell-by dates.
Election Commission officials are challenging Rahul Gandhi to formalize his claims of "rigging" in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections by writing to the poll panel. The EC insists it can only offer a formal rebuttal to his "baseless allegations" if he communicates his grievances directly. The commission also expressed disappointment that Gandhi hasn't responded despite being invited for consultations.
Indian investigators have identified Nasir, a former Pakistan Police sub-inspector turned YouTuber, as a key ISI handler in cross-border espionage. He and Naushaba Shehzad allegedly cultivated Indian influencers, offering visas and luxury accommodations in exchange for pro-Pakistan content. This operation aimed to create a favorable narrative and gather intelligence, with connections leading to expelled officials and arrested YouTubers.
In a significant development, Sonam Raghuvanshi, the prime suspect in her husband Raja's murder during their Meghalaya honeymoon, has surrendered to Uttar Pradesh police. Located near Ghazipur, she's now under protective custody awaiting transfer to Meghalaya for interrogation. Police have arrested three alleged hitmen, who confessed to being hired by Sonam.
Top stock market recommendations: Nuvama Professional Clients Group's Aakash K Hindocha recommends Tata Motors, Mphasis, and Hero Motocorp as top stock picks. Nifty is expected to reach 25400/25600, while Bank Nifty aims for 57200/57600.
Shubman Gill's appointment as India's Test captain and his bat sticker featuring "Prince" alongside "MRF Genius" have stirred conversations. This differs from legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, who endorsed MRF without personal nicknames on their bats. As Gill prepares for the England tour in June 2025, his leadership and MRF association mark a new chapter for Indian cricket.
Israel has confirmed conducting an airstrike on Mashhad airport in Iran, targeting a military refuelling aircraft in what it claims was its longest-range strike. Iranian media reported explosions and fires in Mashhad, activating air defenses. The Israeli Chief of Staff stated the Air Force is attacking Iran’s infrastructure extensively, aiming to remove an existential threat.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu describes his first year back in office as challenging, citing economic setbacks and distrust from international partners due to the previous administration. Despite these hurdles, he aims for a 15% growth rate by leveraging technology and developing Amaravati into a Quantum Valley.
Arjun Kapoor recently liked Malaika Arora's Instagram post featuring a quote about love, sparking curiosity among fans after their breakup last year. The gesture suggests an amicable relationship between the former couple, who were together for six years. Arjun subtly confirmed his single status earlier this year, while Malaika prefers to keep her personal life private.