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A British F-35B jet made an emergency landing in Kerala on June 14 due to weather and hydraulic issues. UK engineers arrived with equipment to assess repairs at Thiruvananthapuram Airport. The UK accepted India’s MRO facility offer. The $110 million jet, from HMS Prince of Wales, awaits possible repair or transport.
Burundi gained independence from Belgian colonial rule on July 1, 1962, marking a significant step toward self-governance after decades of foreign control. Independence Day is celebrated to honor national pride, the struggle for freedom, and the resilience of its people. It also holds deep historical and cultural significance.
➢International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, ➢Independence Day of Madagascar, ➢1838: Birth of Bankinchandra Chatterjee, the writer of Vande Mataram, ➢1874: Birth of Chhatrapati Sahu Maharaj, the father of reservations, ➢1980: Birth of Tollywood late actor Uday Kiran, and ➢1993: Birth of Team India cricketer Shivam Dubey.
Kennedy Space Center in Florida is a preferred launch site due to its proximity to the equator, allowing rockets to gain extra velocity from Earth’s rotation, saving fuel. Its coastal location also ensures safe over-ocean flight paths. With advanced infrastructure, it remains a hub for both govt and private space missions.
Over 1600 crore email-password combos have leaked online, affecting major platforms like Google, Facebook, and Apple. Google urges users to change passwords, enable 2FA, use passkeys, and avoid phishing links. Both old and recent passwords were exposed, increasing security risks. Use strong passwords and a password manager immediately to stay protected.
International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on June 21, and the first celebration took place in 2015. This date was chosen because it marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, symbolizing light. It is believed that on this day, Lord Shiva imparted the sacred knowledge of yoga […]
Dozens were injured as Iranian strikes hit Israeli cities, including a hospital and apartment building. Israel retaliated, targeting Iran’s Arak nuclear reactor. Amid warnings from Iraq’s top cleric and global evacuation efforts, tensions surged. China urged de-escalation. A human rights group reports 639 deaths in Iran from Israeli strikes.
Father’s Day 2025, celebrated on June 15, honors the love and sacrifices of fathers and father figures. Originating in the early 20th century in US, it gained national recognition in 1972 when President Nixon made it an official holiday. The day serves as a heartfelt reminder to express gratitude and strengthen bonds with paternal figures.
The cockpit voice recorder (CVR) is a flight recorder that captures audio from the cockpit, including pilot conversations and background sounds. It plays a vital role in aviation accident probes, helping experts reconstruct the final moments before a crash. It is essential for enhancing flight safety and preventing future incidents.
India joins the Axiom-4 mission, sending astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to the ISS for 14 days. Strengthened NASA-ISRO ties, India’s Artemis Accords signing, and past space successes led to Axiom Space’s invitation. This marks India’s second spaceflight and boosts future missions like Gaganyaan and Bhartiya Antriksh Station.
A viral video supposedly shows Trump announcing a ban on Tesla production, calling Elon Musk a “snake”. Video also shows trump calling Tesla as Junk cars. However, fact-checkers confirmed that it’s AI-generated with a 99.8% likelihood on Hive Moderation. The video’s audio issues stem from advanced voice cloning, and Contrails.ai also verified AI usage.
In a bold and unexpected move, tech giant Apple has skipped iOS 19 and directly launched iOS 26, marking the biggest overhaul of iPhone software. For the first time since the iOS redesign in 2013, Apple has introduced an all-new visual design language called ‘Liquid Glass,’ ushering in a new era of sleek, futuristic experience.
➢World Bicycle Day, ➢1726: Birth of Scottish geologist and philosopher James Hutton, ➢1924: Birth of Karunanidhi, Former CM of Tamil Nadu, ➢1930: Birth of Indian politician George Fernandes, ➢1956: Birth of former Indian Surinder Khanna, ➢1966: Birth of film actress Radha, and ➢2016: Death of world-famous boxing champion Muhammad Ali.
GHMC officials have decided to deploy robotic technology in drainage areas that are unsafe or inaccessible for manual workers in the Greater Hyderabad region. The advanced machines feature a cutting section that uses air pressure to dislodge waste inside the drains. The robots capture images and detect structural defects.
Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will embark on the fourth Axiom astronaut mission on June 8. His father, Shambhu Daya, said that they are happy because Shubhanshu began his adventure in 2019 and is successful now. In addition to thanking PM Modi and the government, his mother, Asha Shukla, acknowledged Subhanshu’s wife for her assistance.