Amitabh Kant, a retired IAS officer, concludes his 45-year public service career, stepping down as India's G20 Sherpa. He expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the opportunity to contribute to India's development through initiatives like Make in India and Startup India. Kant now aims to support India's progress by working with startups and academic institutions.
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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.
Congress leader Pawan Khera has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting his tenure is nearing its end and highlighting perceived failures in governance and international relations. Khera pointed to Pakistan's continued diplomatic and military gains, despite recent terror attacks, citing Chinese arms deals, investments from Azerbaijan, and financial support from the World Bank and IMF.
A major incident occurred in Ahmedabad. An Air India flight AI171, bound for London, crashed after takeoff. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner went down in the Meghaninagar area. Airport operations are suspended. Emergency services responded quickly. Many casualties are feared. Injured passengers are receiving treatment at the city civil hospital. Air India is gathering more information about the incident.
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying over 400 drones and 40 missiles, resulting in casualties and widespread damage across six regions. The attack, which killed at least six and injured around 80, targeted residential areas and critical infrastructure, prompting condemnation from President Zelenskyy.
Following Supreme Court approval, Mathura authorities initiated a land survey for the Banke Bihari corridor amidst local protests. The project aims to improve pilgrim experience with better facilities and crowd management after a 2022 stampede.
S. Jaishankar addressed global issues, emphasizing India's pragmatic approach to international relations, including its stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and potential shifts in US leadership. He advocated for stronger EU-India ties, highlighting India's reliability and raised concerns about the EU's Green Deal, while also noting the increasing preference for India as a secure alternative to China for global supply chains.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticized the Union government's "callousness" regarding the Pahalgam terror attack, accusing the BJP of politicizing the armed forces' valor. She questioned the absence of security personnel at the attack site while praising the forces' bravery during Operation Sindoor.
YouTuber Jasbir Singh, accused of spying for Pakistan, was remanded to two-day police custody by a Mohali court. The Punjab Police's SSOC sought further remand to seize his laptop and investigate alleged links to a spy network involving YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra and a Pakistani official. Singh's lawyer claims he was falsely implicated after cooperating with the police.
President Trump threatened federal intervention in Los Angeles due to protests against immigration raids, criticizing Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass. Clashes escalated in Paramount as agents deployed tear gas, leading to arrests, including union leader David Huerta. Senator Schumer condemned Huerta's arrest, alleging suppression of free speech, while Homeland Security vowed prosecution for obstructing law enforcement.