Following the recovery of the black box from the Ahmedabad plane crash site, aviation investigators will now analyze the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR) to determine the cause of the crash. The information retrieved will be crucial in understanding the sequence of events leading up to the tragedy.
As an intense heatwave continues to grip several parts of Uttar Pradesh, the state govt has made a key decision to safeguard schoolchildren. The govt has announced summer holidays for students up to Class 8 in all schools across the state, effective until June 30. However, classes for students above Class 8 will continue as […]
UK PM Keir Starmer expressed “grave concerns” over Iran’s nuclear program and backed Israel’s right to self-defense following Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Speaking after talks with French and German leaders, Starmer warned of rising tensions in the Middle East and emphasized the urgent need for de-escalation to prevent further regional conflict.
Israel has shut its largest gas field, Leviathan, over security concerns, cutting supply to Egypt, which relies on Israeli gas. Energean also halted production. The disruption comes amid surging summer demand in Egypt and may accelerate its LNG imports, straining global markets. European gas prices spiked 6.6% following the supply cut announcement.
The southwest monsoon, advancing swiftly after a brief stall, is set to cover most of northwest India, including Delhi, by June 25, earlier than usual, says IMD. It began in Kerala on May 24, the earliest since 2009. Despite recent heatwaves, above-normal rainfall is forecast for most regions, barring parts of the northeast and east.
GMCH Chandigarh’s June 3 notification reallocating 50% of state quota PG medical seats to all-India quota under NEET-PG 2024 has triggered concern. Students and parents are urging the Union Health Ministry to intervene. The remaining 32 state quota seats will be shared equally between institutional preference and AIQ rank in the third counseling round.
Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion” to strike at Iran’s nuclear and military complex. The strikes left key military commanders and nuclear scientists dead. Israeli PM said it was a successful opening strike. He added that with God’s help, they are going to have many more achievements like this. He named Iranian nuclear programs an “existential […]
A technical fault occurred in an M-17 Army helicopter near Pathankot in Punjab. In this background, the alert pilots made an emergency landing of the helicopter in Pathankot. An investigation into the cause of the technical failure has begun. Officials congratulated the pilots for averting the accident and landing the helicopter safely.
PM Modi spoke with Tata Group Chairman Chandrasekaran on the tragic incident that claimed 241 lives. The discussion focused on ongoing rescue operations, support for victims’ families, and steps to ensure safety in aviation. Tata Group, the owner of Air India, has pledged full cooperation with authorities to those affected.
India has fallen to the 131st position out of 146 countries in the Global Gender Gap Index, with a score of just 64.1%. This places India among the lowest-ranked nations in South Asia. The index, published annually by the World Economic Forum, saw Iceland retain the top spot for the 16th consecutive year, followed by […]
The Karnataka High Court reserved its decision on pleas by four officials from RCSPL and DNA Networks. They challenged their arrest after a June 4 stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL win celebration. Justice S.R. Krishna Kumar will give the verdict today. RCSPL and DNA Networks officials are waiting for the judgement.
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala became the first Indian-origin President of the American Medical Association in its 178-yr history. Despite battling a brain tumor, he remains committed to healthcare equity. In his address, he stressed the need for stronger physician leadership and better access to care. The AMA also adopted a new policy promoting nutrition education.
President Donald Trump confirmed U.S. personnel were being relocated from the Middle East due to rising tensions with Iran and faltering nuclear talks. He reiterated Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, warned of potential military action, and revealed talks were stalling as Iran threatened to target U.S. bases if conflict erupts.
PM Modi paid tribute to 15th-century poet-saint Kabir Das on his birth anniversary, lauding his role in promoting social harmony and combating societal evils. Modi praised the emotional depth in Kabir’s simple couplets and shared a video montage highlighting his teachings, which continue to influence Indian society and inspire moral and spiritual values.
The NDA government in Andhra Pradesh will mark its first year in office on June 12 with a celebration titled “Suparipala Swarna Andhra.” The event in Amaravati will showcase achievements, outline a 4 year vision, and highlight the coalition’s transformative governance after a decisive 2024 election victory with 164 seats.