India celebrates the successful launch of the Axiom-4 mission, marking its return to human spaceflight after 41 years. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, carries the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians to the International Space Station. Prime Minister Modi and former cricketer Yuvraj Singh expressed national pride.
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Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant's on-field camaraderie shone through during India's dominant batting display at Headingley. Gill's witty comment on Pant's elegant leave was caught on the stump mic, delighting fans. Pant, in turn, cautioned Gill about a risky shot, showcasing their mutual understanding and contributing to a defining 200-plus run partnership.
Bajirao, a five-year-old tiger, was captured after allegedly killing a tribal man in Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. This incident, coupled with a previous fatal attack last November, triggered protests from villagers. Forest officials confirmed Bajirao's involvement through camera trap evidence and reported multiple encounters where the tiger charged at people.
The Indian leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, scheduled for September in New Delhi, has been cancelled due to a lack of sponsors. This is a disappointment for fans hoping to see Magnus Carlsen compete in India. CEO Jan Henric Buettner confirmed the move and will step down in July. The next event is in Las Vegas this July.
GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke emphasizes the importance of developers retaining hands-on coding skills alongside AI tools. He warns against over-reliance on AI-generated code, advocating for a flexible workflow where developers can seamlessly switch between AI assistance and direct coding.
A dispute has erupted among northern states over the central government's plan to divert surplus water from the Indus system. Jammu and Kashmir's chief minister Omar Abdullah opposes redirecting water to Punjab, citing drought-like conditions in his region. This stance has drawn criticism from Punjab's Congress MP, who emphasised Punjab's patriotism and contributions to national security.
Air India has initiated interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each for the families of the deceased and survivors of the Ahmedabad plane crash on June 12. Payments have been made to three families, with others being processed. This is in addition to the Rs 1 crore compensation from Tata Sons.
Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student from Delhi pursuing a Master’s in Food Safety and Quality at the University of Calgary, died suddenly under mysterious circumstances on June 19, 2025. The Indian Consulate in Vancouver is coordinating with Canadian authorities to assist her bereaved family. While an unverified social media post cited a heart attack as the cause, official details remain unclear. The family has appealed to the Indian government for help in repatriating her body.
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Emma Raducanu has denied rumors of a romantic relationship with Carlos Alcaraz, confirming their upcoming mixed doubles partnership at the US Open. The pair recently practiced together, with Alcaraz initiating the collaboration earlier this year. Raducanu expressed her excitement about teaming up with Alcaraz, while also focusing on her singles career after a recent loss at the Eastbourne Open.