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An earthquake was reported in the Jammu and Kashmir region with a magnitude of 3.6 Richter scale and a depth of 9 kilometres. There had been no report of life loss or property damage. The earthquake reportedly hit in the evening at 7:36 pm at a latitude of 32.96 degrees north and a longitude of 74.71 degrees east.&nbsp;

An earthquake was reported in the Jammu and Kashmir region with a magnitude of 3.6 Richter and a depth of 9 kilometres.

An earthquake was reported in the Jammu and Kashmir region with a magnitude of 3.6 Richter scale and a depth of 9 kilometres. There had been no report of life loss or property damage. The earthquake reportedly hit in the evening at 7:36 pm at a latitude of 32.96 degrees north and a longitude of 74.71 degrees east.

An earthquake was reported in the Jammu and Kashmir region with a magnitude of 3.6 Richter and a depth of 9 kilometres.

No casualties, Jammu and Kashmir hit by earthquake of 3.6 Richter

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a video interaction with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, marking a historic moment as the Indian Air Force officer became the first Indian astronaut to board the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla, serving as mission pilot on Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on June 25 aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. The Prime Minister also shared a video of the exchange on social media platform X, calling it a ‘wonderful conversation’ and praising Shukla for his milestone achievement in India’s space journey. Highlighting the symbolic value of Shukla's name, the Prime Minister remarked that the word 'Shubh' (auspicious) in his name marks a ‘shubh-aarambh’, an auspicious beginning for a new era of space exploration and scientific aspiration for India’s youth. The conversation also included a light-hearted moment about ‘gajar ka halwa’, a traditional Indian dessert. PM Modi asked, “Did you and the other astronauts eat the gajar ka halwa there?” to which Shukla responded that they enjoyed the sweet, along with other Indian treats he had carried aboard the ISS.

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&nbsp;When asked about his well-being and how it felt to be in space, Shukla replied: “This journey isn’t just mine, it belongs to the entire nation. As a child, I couldn’t have imagined becoming an astronaut.”&nbsp;The Prime Minister offered heartfelt congratulations, saying, “My voice carries the collective enthusiasm of all Indians. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you for raising India’s presence in space."&nbsp;Earlier, pictures of the interaction were shared by the Prime Minister's Office on its official X handle.&nbsp;The post read: “PM @narendramodi interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station."&nbsp;During their 14-day stay on the ISS, Shukla and his Ax-4 crewmates, mission commander Peggy Whitson (USA), and specialists Slawosz Uznanski-Wisniewski (Poland) and Tibor Kapu (Hungary)—will conduct more than 60 scientific and outreach experiments. These include studies in cancer research, DNA repair, and advanced manufacturing. Shukla will lead seven of the projects, contributing to what Axiom describes as its most ambitious research agenda yet.&nbsp;The mission also highlights growing international partnerships in space. The Ax-4 mission was made possible through collaboration between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), following a commitment by US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Modi to deepen cooperation in human spaceflight. It marks a key step in commercial space engagement and India’s expanding space diplomacy.

Highlighting the symbolic value of Shukla's name, the Prime Minister remarked that the word 'Shubh' (auspicious) in his name marks a ‘shubh-aarambh’, an auspicious beginning for a new era of space exploration and scientific aspiration for India’s youth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a video interaction with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, marking a historic moment as the Indian Air Force officer became the first Indian astronaut to board the International Space Station (ISS). Shukla, serving as mission pilot on Axiom Space’s Ax-4 mission, launched from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on June 25 aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft. The Prime Minister also shared a video of the exchange on social media platform X, calling it a ‘wonderful conversation’ and praising Shukla for his milestone achievement in India’s space journey. Highlighting the symbolic value of Shukla's name, the Prime Minister remarked that the word 'Shubh' (auspicious) in his name marks a ‘shubh-aarambh’, an auspicious beginning for a new era of space exploration and scientific aspiration for India’s youth. The conversation also included a light-hearted moment about ‘gajar ka halwa’, a traditional Indian dessert. PM Modi asked, “Did you and the other astronauts eat the gajar ka halwa there?” to which Shukla responded that they enjoyed the sweet, along with other Indian treats he had carried aboard the ISS.

Highlighting the symbolic value of Shukla's name, the Prime Minister remarked that the word 'Shubh' (auspicious) in his name marks a ‘shubh-aarambh’, an auspicious beginning for a new era of space exploration and scientific aspiration for India’s youth.

'All well up there?': PM Modi speaks to Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla aboard the International Space Station

The police on Saturday (Jun 28) arrested a security guard of South Kolkata law college in Kasba, where a 24-year-old student was allegedly gang-raped on Wednesday (Jun 25) evening. The arrest is the fourth in the case after earlier arrests of a staffer, Monojit Mishra (31), and two students – Zaib Ahmed (19) and Pramit Mukherjee (20) – on Thursday (Jun 26). According to the police, the incident took place between 7:30 pm and 10:50 pm on Wednesday.&nbsp;A five-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed by Kolkata police to investigate the case, PTI reported, citing a senior officer.&nbsp;The woman, who was reportedly the TMCP’s women’s wing secretary in the college, had gone to the college to fill out forms for an upcoming examination. In her complaint, she stated that the accused, Mishra, asked her to stay back for some discussions. Mishra allegedly proposed marriage to the student, which she declined, saying that she had a boyfriend. However, the accused then tried to force himself on her.&nbsp;A medical examination confirmed the allegations of gang-rape made by the woman. According to the report, doctors found evidence of “forceful penetration, bite marks, and nail scratches” on her body. The survivor said in her complaint that the main accused ignored her requests to let her go.&nbsp;“I touched his feet, but he did not let me go, but he did not listen,” she said in her statement. “He asked the other two to take me inside the guard’s room and make the guard sit outside. They did so.”&nbsp;According to the CCTV footage from the scene, the security was loitering outside, but did not attempt to help the victim, inform the college authorities or report the crime.&nbsp;The incident has caused massive outrage across West Bengal. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that the key accused, Mishra, was a key office-bearer of the student wing of the ruling party, Trinamool Congress (TMC). However, the party said he never held any important position and that “justice will be served” in the case.

Mishra allegedly proposed marriage to the student, which she declined, saying that she had a boyfriend. However, the accused then tried to force himself on her.

The police on Saturday (Jun 28) arrested a security guard of South Kolkata law college in Kasba, where a 24-year-old student was allegedly gang-raped on Wednesday (Jun 25) evening. The arrest is the fourth in the case after earlier arrests of a staffer, Monojit Mishra (31), and two students – Zaib Ahmed (19) and Pramit Mukherjee (20) – on Thursday (Jun 26). According to the police, the incident took place between 7:30 pm and 10:50 pm on Wednesday. A five-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed by Kolkata police to investigate the case, PTI reported, citing a senior officer. The woman, who was reportedly the TMCP’s women’s wing secretary in the college, had gone to the college to fill out forms for an upcoming examination. In her complaint, she stated that the accused, Mishra, asked her to stay back for some discussions. Mishra allegedly proposed marriage to the student, which she declined, saying that she had a boyfriend. However, the accused then tried to force himself on her. A medical examination confirmed the allegations of gang-rape made by the woman. According to the report, doctors found evidence of “forceful penetration, bite marks, and nail scratches” on her body. The survivor said in her complaint that the main accused ignored her requests to let her go. “I touched his feet, but he did not let me go, but he did not listen,” she said in her statement. “He asked the other two to take me inside the guard’s room and make the guard sit outside. They did so.” According to the CCTV footage from the scene, the security was loitering outside, but did not attempt to help the victim, inform the college authorities or report the crime. The incident has caused massive outrage across West Bengal. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has claimed that the key accused, Mishra, was a key office-bearer of the student wing of the ruling party, Trinamool Congress (TMC). However, the party said he never held any important position and that “justice will be served” in the case.

Mishra allegedly proposed marriage to the student, which she declined, saying that she had a boyfriend. However, the accused then tried to force himself on her.

Kolkata gang-rape case: College security guard arrested, 5-member SIT formed

The Centre on Saturday (Jun 28) appointed Parag Jain as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&amp;AW). Jain, who is a 1989-batch IPS officer of Punjab cadre, will serve a two-year term and will succeed Ravi Sinha, whose tenure will end on June 30. Currently the head of the Aviation Research Centre, Jain played a vital role in gathering intelligence on Pakistani armed forces and locations of terror sites during Operation Sindoor. His leadership during the operation paved the way for intelligence-led targeting with years of groundwork and secretive network development.&nbsp;<h2>Who is Parag Jain?</h2>&nbsp;Parag Jain has worked in several key operations related to Pakistan and terrorism. In past, he has served an operational role during terrorism days in Punjab, serving in Bhatinda, Mansa, and Hoshiarpur. He has also served as SSP Chandigarh and DIG Ludhiana. Within R&amp;AW, Jain handled sensitive Pakistan desks and had on-ground roles in Jammu and Kashmir during the abrogation of Article 370 and the Balakot air strikes.&nbsp;He has also held positions in Canada and Sri Lanka, where he served as India’s intelligence representative. He is said to be among the first ones to raise concerns over surge of Khalistani activities in Canada and warned Delhi of its implications.&nbsp;Jain is assuming the role during a time when India’s external intelligence is under scrutiny for handling diplomatic issues in Bangladesh and the Maldives. The agency’s role also becomes very important given the fact that Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has now been promoted to Field Marshal amid heightened cross-border terrorism against India.&nbsp;&nbsp;The failure to anticipate the deadly April 22 Pahalgam attack was also noted with concern. In response to the terror attack, the Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor, targeting strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). &nbsp;

Currently the head of the Aviation Research Centre, Jain played a vital role in gathering intelligence on Pakistani armed forces and locations of terror sites during Operation Sindoor. 

The Centre on Saturday (Jun 28) appointed Parag Jain as the new chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW). Jain, who is a 1989-batch IPS officer of Punjab cadre, will serve a two-year term and will succeed Ravi Sinha, whose tenure will end on June 30. Currently the head of the Aviation Research Centre, Jain played a vital role in gathering intelligence on Pakistani armed forces and locations of terror sites during Operation Sindoor. His leadership during the operation paved the way for intelligence-led targeting with years of groundwork and secretive network development. Who is Parag Jain? Parag Jain has worked in several key operations related to Pakistan and terrorism. In past, he has served an operational role during terrorism days in Punjab, serving in Bhatinda, Mansa, and Hoshiarpur. He has also served as SSP Chandigarh and DIG Ludhiana. Within R&AW, Jain handled sensitive Pakistan desks and had on-ground roles in Jammu and Kashmir during the abrogation of Article 370 and the Balakot air strikes. He has also held positions in Canada and Sri Lanka, where he served as India’s intelligence representative. He is said to be among the first ones to raise concerns over surge of Khalistani activities in Canada and warned Delhi of its implications. Jain is assuming the role during a time when India’s external intelligence is under scrutiny for handling diplomatic issues in Bangladesh and the Maldives. The agency’s role also becomes very important given the fact that Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has now been promoted to Field Marshal amid heightened cross-border terrorism against India. The failure to anticipate the deadly April 22 Pahalgam attack was also noted with concern. In response to the terror attack, the Indian armed forces launched Operation Sindoor, targeting strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

Currently the head of the Aviation Research Centre, Jain played a vital role in gathering intelligence on Pakistani armed forces and locations of terror sites during Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;

Who is Parag Jain? New R&AW chief who played key role during Operation Sindoor

In a shameful incident, two teenage boys in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich district killed a 19-year-old to steal his iPhone to make high-quality reels for social media. According to Police reports, the victim Shadab was lured in the pretext of making videos, and then brutally slit his throat and smashed his head before running away with his phone.&nbsp;The victim, Shadab, was from Bengaluru. he returned to his ancestral village for the wedding of his maternal uncle, where two youth of 14 and 16 years old were plotting to kill him. His body was recovered near a rundown tube well in a guava orchard on the outskirts of the village."During questioning, the two teenagers confessed to the crime, saying that they needed a high-quality mobile phone to make better reels. They admitted to planning the murder four days earlier, specifically targeting Shadab's iPhone," said the Police to PTI.&nbsp;The accused were sent to a juvenile reform home in Gonda. &nbsp;The police have recovered the murder weapon, the iPhone and the bloodstained brick.According to the Police, the murder happened on June 20, and Shadab was reported missing on June 21. A case has been registered against the two minors and their relatives under sections 103(1) (murder) and 238 (concealment of evidence) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). One relative was also arrested on June 27 for helping the teenagers hide the murder weapon and other evidence, while another one is still on the run. This incident becomes a tragic reflection of our society and the craze for digital and consumer culture.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In a brutal incident in UP's  Bahraich district, two minors of 14 and 16 years old, slit throat of a 19-year-old to steal his iPhone to make high-quality reels for social media.

In a shameful incident, two teenage boys in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich district killed a 19-year-old to steal his iPhone to make high-quality reels for social media. According to Police reports, the victim Shadab was lured in the pretext of making videos, and then brutally slit his throat and smashed his head before running away with his phone. The victim, Shadab, was from Bengaluru. he returned to his ancestral village for the wedding of his maternal uncle, where two youth of 14 and 16 years old were plotting to kill him. His body was recovered near a rundown tube well in a guava orchard on the outskirts of the village. "During questioning, the two teenagers confessed to the crime, saying that they needed a high-quality mobile phone to make better reels. They admitted to planning the murder four days earlier, specifically targeting Shadab's iPhone," said the Police to PTI. The accused were sent to a juvenile reform home in Gonda. The police have recovered the murder weapon, the iPhone and the bloodstained brick. According to the Police, the murder happened on June 20, and Shadab was reported missing on June 21. A case has been registered against the two minors and their relatives under sections 103(1) (murder) and 238 (concealment of evidence) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS). One relative was also arrested on June 27 for helping the teenagers hide the murder weapon and other evidence, while another one is still on the run. This incident becomes a tragic reflection of our society and the craze for digital and consumer culture.

In a brutal incident in UP's &nbsp;Bahraich district, two minors of 14 and 16 years old, slit throat of a 19-year-old to steal his iPhone to make high-quality reels for social media.

Two minors kill youth in UP for iPhone to make better Instagram reels

A Mumbai-bound Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Addis Ababa was forced to make an emergency landing early Friday (Jun 27) after seven people onboard fell ill due to cabin depressurisation. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Mumbai at 1:42 am, according to a Times of India report. This comes amid increased scrutiny over safety concerns in Boeing aircraft after the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241 people.&nbsp;According to the TOI report citing sources, the Ethiopian Airlines flight ET640 experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air while it was flying over the Arabian Sea at an altitude of 33,000 feet. Following the issue, the pilots executed a rapid descent to a lower altitude, according to the data from Flightradar24.&nbsp;“On landing, seven passengers were attended to by the airport medical team for decompression-related symptoms, out of which one required hospitalisation,” a source told the media outlet.&nbsp;For human survival, it is essential that the aircraft cabins are sealed and pressurised with conditioned air and oxygen. This allows planes to fly at higher altitudes where oxygen levels are low. However, on rare occasions, the pressurisation system can face issues. This would result in the pressure and oxygen level in the cabin to drop, following which oxygen masks will be deployed from the overhead panel.&nbsp;In a similar incident on June 24, seven people onboard an Air India flight fell ill. The passengers on the flight AI 130, which was travelling from London to Mumbai, experienced food poisoning symptoms, including nausea and dizziness.&nbsp;The airlines confirmed the incident, saying that five passengers and two crew members had fallen ill. Two of the people, who continued feeling ill until the landing, received medical attention after the plane landed. The incident is under investigation. An airline official suggested that it could be due to a gradual decrease in cabin pressure or slow decompression.

The Ethiopian Airlines flight ET640 experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air while it was flying over the Arabian Sea at an altitude of 33,000 feet.

A Mumbai-bound Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner from Addis Ababa was forced to make an emergency landing early Friday (Jun 27) after seven people onboard fell ill due to cabin depressurisation. The aircraft made an emergency landing in Mumbai at 1:42 am, according to a Times of India report. This comes amid increased scrutiny over safety concerns in Boeing aircraft after the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241 people. According to the TOI report citing sources, the Ethiopian Airlines flight ET640 experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air while it was flying over the Arabian Sea at an altitude of 33,000 feet. Following the issue, the pilots executed a rapid descent to a lower altitude, according to the data from Flightradar24. “On landing, seven passengers were attended to by the airport medical team for decompression-related symptoms, out of which one required hospitalisation,” a source told the media outlet. For human survival, it is essential that the aircraft cabins are sealed and pressurised with conditioned air and oxygen. This allows planes to fly at higher altitudes where oxygen levels are low. However, on rare occasions, the pressurisation system can face issues. This would result in the pressure and oxygen level in the cabin to drop, following which oxygen masks will be deployed from the overhead panel. In a similar incident on June 24, seven people onboard an Air India flight fell ill. The passengers on the flight AI 130, which was travelling from London to Mumbai, experienced food poisoning symptoms, including nausea and dizziness. The airlines confirmed the incident, saying that five passengers and two crew members had fallen ill. Two of the people, who continued feeling ill until the landing, received medical attention after the plane landed. The incident is under investigation. An airline official suggested that it could be due to a gradual decrease in cabin pressure or slow decompression.

The Ethiopian Airlines flight ET640 experienced a depressurisation problem mid-air while it was flying over the Arabian Sea at an altitude of 33,000 feet.

Mumbai-bound Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner makes emergency landing after cabin depressurisation

The government has proposed to make it mandatory for the two-wheeler manufacturers to provide two helmets at the time of vehicle purchase. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed important changes to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 to make this new rule come into effect. According to an official notification by the government, this rule will become mandatory within three months after the final notification of the new amendment rules is published in the official gazette. As per the draft notification released by the government on June 23, 2025, the new rule aims to enhance road safety for both riders and pillion passengers. The notification said "At the time of purchase of the two wheeler, three months from the date of commencement of Central Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2025, the manufacturer of the two wheeler shall supply two protective headgears conforming to specifications prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards at the time of purchase of a two wheeler".&nbsp;The helmets provided must meet the quality standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). However, this requirement will not apply to individuals who are exempted under Section 129 of the Motor Vehicles Act.In addition to the helmet provision, the government has also proposed another safety measure. From January 1, 2026, all new L2 category two-wheelers, which include motorcycles and scooters with engine capacity above 50cc or top speeds exceeding 50 km/h--will need to be fitted with Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS).&nbsp;The ABS must comply with Indian Standard IS14664:2010, ensuring better control and reduced chances of skidding, especially during sudden braking. The proposed rules are currently open for public feedback. Citizens and stakeholders have been given 30 days from the date of publication to send in their suggestions or objections. Inputs can be shared with the Ministry by email at comments-morth@gov.in.&nbsp;These steps are part of the government's continuous effort to improve road safety across the country. By making helmets and ABS compulsory, the Ministry hopes to reduce fatalities and serious injuries caused by road accidents involving two-wheelers.&nbsp;

According to an official notification by the government, this rule will become mandatory within three months after the final notification of the new amendment rules is published in the official gazette. 

The government has proposed to make it mandatory for the two-wheeler manufacturers to provide two helmets at the time of vehicle purchase. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed important changes to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989 to make this new rule come into effect. According to an official notification by the government, this rule will become mandatory within three months after the final notification of the new amendment rules is published in the official gazette. As per the draft notification released by the government on June 23, 2025, the new rule aims to enhance road safety for both riders and pillion passengers. The notification said "At the time of purchase of the two wheeler, three months from the date of commencement of Central Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2025, the manufacturer of the two wheeler shall supply two protective headgears conforming to specifications prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards at the time of purchase of a two wheeler". The helmets provided must meet the quality standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). However, this requirement will not apply to individuals who are exempted under Section 129 of the Motor Vehicles Act. In addition to the helmet provision, the government has also proposed another safety measure. From January 1, 2026, all new L2 category two-wheelers, which include motorcycles and scooters with engine capacity above 50cc or top speeds exceeding 50 km/h--will need to be fitted with Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS). The ABS must comply with Indian Standard IS14664:2010, ensuring better control and reduced chances of skidding, especially during sudden braking. The proposed rules are currently open for public feedback. Citizens and stakeholders have been given 30 days from the date of publication to send in their suggestions or objections. Inputs can be shared with the Ministry by email at comments-morth@gov.in. These steps are part of the government's continuous effort to improve road safety across the country. By making helmets and ABS compulsory, the Ministry hopes to reduce fatalities and serious injuries caused by road accidents involving two-wheelers.

According to an official notification by the government, this rule will become mandatory within three months after the final notification of the new amendment rules is published in the official gazette.&nbsp;

2 helmets for one 2-wheeler: Indian government proposes new mandatory bill

India is projected to see 3,500 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) relocate overseas in 2025, according to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2025. Though this marks a decline from 4,300 in 2024 and 5,100 in 2023, the scale of financial outflow remains substantial, with an estimated Rs. 2.19 lakh crore (approximately $26.2 billion) in investable wealth set to move out of the country. The report defines HNWIs as individuals possessing at least $1 million in liquid assets. Despite the slowdown in migration, the number of millionaires in India has surged by 72 per cent between 2014 and 2024, indicating robust wealth creation amid selective outbound migration.&nbsp;<h2>Wealth Migration Slows, Outflows Remain Significant</h2>&nbsp;The gradual decline in millionaire migration suggests a shift in sentiment or improving domestic opportunities, yet India continues to remain among the top countries witnessing outbound wealth movement. The destinations attracting this mobile capital include the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the United States, Italy, Switzerland, and Saudi Arabia. The UAE, in particular, is expected to attract 9,800 new millionaires in 2025, which is the highest globally, aided by its favourable tax regime, long-term visa programmes, and policy stability. The US follows closely, with 7,500 HNWIs projected to arrive through channels like the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, while countries like Italy and Switzerland appeal to those seeking residency linked to lifestyle and taxation benefits.&nbsp;<h2>Global Trends Show Shifting Wealth Dynamics</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Globally, the millionaire migration is forecast to reach a record high of close to 1,42,000 individuals in 2025, rising to about 1,65,000 in 2026.The United Kingdom is expected to see the largest net loss. &nbsp;While India ranks among the top five countries with the highest millionaire outflows, 16,500 HNWIs expected to leave United Kingdom which ranks as the worst country to be hit. China, follows the UK with 7,800 projected departures. Conversely, the middle-east countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia are emerging as key magnets for wealth, with growing inflows driven by investment-friendly policies, infrastructure development, and relative geopolitical stability.&nbsp;The trend underlines a broader rebalancing of economic influence, where destination countries not only gain residents but also substantial capital inflows.&nbsp;

 The report defines HNWIs as individuals possessing at least $1 million in liquid assets. Despite the slowdown in migration, the number of millionaires in India has surged by 72 per cent between 2014 and 2024

India is projected to see 3,500 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) relocate overseas in 2025, according to the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2025. Though this marks a decline from 4,300 in 2024 and 5,100 in 2023, the scale of financial outflow remains substantial, with an estimated Rs. 2.19 lakh crore (approximately $26.2 billion) in investable wealth set to move out of the country. The report defines HNWIs as individuals possessing at least $1 million in liquid assets. Despite the slowdown in migration, the number of millionaires in India has surged by 72 per cent between 2014 and 2024, indicating robust wealth creation amid selective outbound migration. Wealth Migration Slows, Outflows Remain Significant The gradual decline in millionaire migration suggests a shift in sentiment or improving domestic opportunities, yet India continues to remain among the top countries witnessing outbound wealth movement. The destinations attracting this mobile capital include the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the United States, Italy, Switzerland, and Saudi Arabia. The UAE, in particular, is expected to attract 9,800 new millionaires in 2025, which is the highest globally, aided by its favourable tax regime, long-term visa programmes, and policy stability. The US follows closely, with 7,500 HNWIs projected to arrive through channels like the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, while countries like Italy and Switzerland appeal to those seeking residency linked to lifestyle and taxation benefits. Global Trends Show Shifting Wealth Dynamics Globally, the millionaire migration is forecast to reach a record high of close to 1,42,000 individuals in 2025, rising to about 1,65,000 in 2026.The United Kingdom is expected to see the largest net loss. While India ranks among the top five countries with the highest millionaire outflows, 16,500 HNWIs expected to leave United Kingdom which ranks as the worst country to be hit. China, follows the UK with 7,800 projected departures. Conversely, the middle-east countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia are emerging as key magnets for wealth, with growing inflows driven by investment-friendly policies, infrastructure development, and relative geopolitical stability. The trend underlines a broader rebalancing of economic influence, where destination countries not only gain residents but also substantial capital inflows.

&nbsp;The report defines HNWIs as individuals possessing at least $1 million in liquid assets. Despite the slowdown in migration, the number of millionaires in India has surged by 72 per cent between 2014 and 2024

3,500 Indians to move overseas in 2025 with $ 21.9 billion, where are these millionaires headed?

The British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala on June 14 and failed to take off from the airport, will be moved to the local maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility for repairs. Several attempts by the engineers of the aircraft have failed to fix the hydraulic problem due to which the jet is stranded.&nbsp;The plane parked in bay 4 of the airport will finally be moved to a hangar as the repair may take time. The fighter plane was not being moved from the bay as the Royal Navy did not want anybody to have a close look at the "protected technologies" of the fighter jet.&nbsp;The British High Commission spokesperson said, "A UK F-35B aircraft is awaiting repairs at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport after developing an engineering issue. The UK has accepted an offer to move the aircraft to the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facility at the airport."&nbsp;"The aircraft will be moved to the hangar once UK engineering teams arrive with specialist equipment, thereby ensuring there is minimal disruption to scheduled maintenance of other aircraft," they added.&nbsp;A team of engineers from the UK and the US will arrive soon to rectify the snag. If it is not successful, arrangements may have to be made to move the jet out using a freighter plane. A British High Commission spokesperson said: “We are working to repair the UK F-35B at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as quickly as possible. We thank the Indian authorities for their continued support.”&nbsp;Operating from the United Kingdom’s aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, the fighter jet was conducting a routine flying outside India’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) when it was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram, the designated emergency recovery airfield for the aircraft.&nbsp;Initially, the fighter jet was facing a problem of low fuel and the Indian Air Force provided all necessary help. But after it was readying for departure that the jet experienced problem with its hydraulics and therefore could not take off, said air force officials.&nbsp;This is the first time that the US-made fighter jet is stranded in a foreign country due to technical issues. &nbsp;

The fighter plane was not being moved from the bay as the Royal Navy did not want anybody to have a close look at the protected technologies of the fighter jet.

The British F-35 fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram airport in Kerala on June 14 and failed to take off from the airport, will be moved to the local maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility for repairs. Several attempts by the engineers of the aircraft have failed to fix the hydraulic problem due to which the jet is stranded. The plane parked in bay 4 of the airport will finally be moved to a hangar as the repair may take time. The fighter plane was not being moved from the bay as the Royal Navy did not want anybody to have a close look at the "protected technologies" of the fighter jet. The British High Commission spokesperson said, "A UK F-35B aircraft is awaiting repairs at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport after developing an engineering issue. The UK has accepted an offer to move the aircraft to the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul facility at the airport." "The aircraft will be moved to the hangar once UK engineering teams arrive with specialist equipment, thereby ensuring there is minimal disruption to scheduled maintenance of other aircraft," they added. A team of engineers from the UK and the US will arrive soon to rectify the snag. If it is not successful, arrangements may have to be made to move the jet out using a freighter plane. A British High Commission spokesperson said: “We are working to repair the UK F-35B at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as quickly as possible. We thank the Indian authorities for their continued support.” Operating from the United Kingdom’s aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales, the fighter jet was conducting a routine flying outside India’s Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) when it was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram, the designated emergency recovery airfield for the aircraft. Initially, the fighter jet was facing a problem of low fuel and the Indian Air Force provided all necessary help. But after it was readying for departure that the jet experienced problem with its hydraulics and therefore could not take off, said air force officials. This is the first time that the US-made fighter jet is stranded in a foreign country due to technical issues.

The fighter plane was not being moved from the bay as the Royal Navy did not want anybody to have a close look at the "protected technologies" of the fighter jet.&nbsp;

British F-35 jet stranded in Kerala will be moved to hangar, several attempts to fix problem fails

Senior Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee made a disgraceful remark on the rape case at the South Calcutta Law College. Banerjee was responding to queries about the case in which a 24-year-old student was gang-raped. "What can be done if a friend rapes his friend. Will the police be in schools? This was done by students to another student. Who will protect her (victim)?" Banerjee asked. He added, "Who does all this criminality and molestation? Some men do it. So, who should women fight against? Women should fight against these perverted men." His remarks have drawn extreme criticism from many, including the opposition BJP in West Bengal.&nbsp;The Sreerampur MP was accused of deflecting institutional accountability in the case. The MP refused the claims that the accused men had any relation with the Trinamool Congress's student wing. He said that the crime was not confined to any party or organisation.&nbsp;"I am saying the same thing again and again. Whoever has done it must be arrested immediately. But if a friend rapes a friend, how can that be corruption?" Banerjee asked. "The condition of safety and security is the same everywhere. &nbsp;As long as the mindset of men remains this way, these incidents will keep occurring. You (reporter) have a political agenda, that's why you have brought this mic to ask your question," he added&nbsp;

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What are the allegations by the survivor&nbsp;The TMC MP's comment came amid the investigation into the gang-rape case of a first-year law student inside the South Calcutta Law College premises on Wednesday (June 25). According to the rape survivor's complaint, three men: Monojit Mishra (31), Zaib Ahmed (19) and Pramit Mukhopadhyay (20), lured her into a guard's room next to the student union office. She accused them of locking her in the room and sexually assaulting her. She accused in her complaint that they hit her in the head with a hockey stick, and she had a panic attack. She begged for an inhaler, but they did not listen to her. They also threatened her that they would kill her if she spoke out about them. Her medical examination report confirmed that she was physically assaulted and her body had bite marks, scratches, and evidence of forced penetration.&nbsp;The RG Kar rape case&nbsp; The horrifying case came just a a year after the RG Medical College rape case where a student was brutally raped and murdered. And the BJP, pointing out the main accused - Manojit Mishra - is linked to the Trinamool's youth wing, has added fuel to the fire. As in the RG Kar case, the BJP also said the Trinamool is "protecting" him. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Sreerampur MP was accused of deflecting institutional accountability in the case. The MP refused the claims that the accused men had any relation with the Trinamool Congress student wing. 

Senior Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee made a disgraceful remark on the rape case at the South Calcutta Law College. Banerjee was responding to queries about the case in which a 24-year-old student was gang-raped. "What can be done if a friend rapes his friend. Will the police be in schools? This was done by students to another student. Who will protect her (victim)?" Banerjee asked. He added, "Who does all this criminality and molestation? Some men do it. So, who should women fight against? Women should fight against these perverted men." His remarks have drawn extreme criticism from many, including the opposition BJP in West Bengal. The Sreerampur MP was accused of deflecting institutional accountability in the case. The MP refused the claims that the accused men had any relation with the Trinamool Congress's student wing. He said that the crime was not confined to any party or organisation. "I am saying the same thing again and again. Whoever has done it must be arrested immediately. But if a friend rapes a friend, how can that be corruption?" Banerjee asked. "The condition of safety and security is the same everywhere. As long as the mindset of men remains this way, these incidents will keep occurring. You (reporter) have a political agenda, that's why you have brought this mic to ask your question," he added

The Sreerampur MP was accused of deflecting institutional accountability in the case. The MP refused the claims that the accused men had any relation with the Trinamool Congress's student wing.&nbsp;

'If a friend rapes friend, how can that be corruption?': TMC MP's disgraceful remark on Kolkata rape case

Controversy surrounding Air India just does not seem to end. This time a video showing senior officials from Air India's services management firm Air India SATS Services (AISATS) dancing at a staff party has gone viral and caused widespread displeasure. The celebrations at the company office was allegedly after the fatal Air India AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad on June 12.&nbsp;Air India has taken disciplinary action and dismissed four senior executives responsible for organising the party.&nbsp;In the viral clip that was widely circulated on social media and severely criticised as tone-deaf and deeply insensitive, a senior executive and other staff members can be seen dancing to loud music.&nbsp;After the clip went viral, Air India in a statement said the footage was "completely out of context”.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-was-built-on-rail-land-bangladesh-ministry-defends-hindu-temple-demolition-1751047307734">'It was built on rail land': Bangladesh ministry defends Hindu temple demolition</a>&nbsp;"At AISATS, we stand in solidarity with the families affected by the tragic loss of AI 171 and deeply regret the lapse in judgment reflected in a recent internal video. The behaviour does not align with our values, and firm disciplinary action has been taken against those responsible as we reaffirm our commitment to empathy, professionalism, and accountability," AISATS spokesperson said in a statement.

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The &nbsp;AISATS, however, did not specify when the party occurred, but it is believed to have been shot days after the June 12 tragedy.&nbsp;AISATS is a joint venture between Air India, now owned by the Tata Group, and Singapore Airport Terminal Services (SATS Ltd), a global leader in airport services.&nbsp;Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London Gatwick Airport, crashed into a hostel for medical students soon after taking off from the Ahmedabad international airport. There was only one survivor among the 260 people on board the flight.

In the viral clip that was widely circulated on social media and severely criticised as tone-deaf and deeply insensitive, a senior executive and other staff members can be seen dancing to loud music.

Controversy surrounding Air India just does not seem to end. This time a video showing senior officials from Air India's services management firm Air India SATS Services (AISATS) dancing at a staff party has gone viral and caused widespread displeasure. The celebrations at the company office was allegedly after the fatal Air India AI 171 crash in Ahmedabad on June 12. Air India has taken disciplinary action and dismissed four senior executives responsible for organising the party. In the viral clip that was widely circulated on social media and severely criticised as tone-deaf and deeply insensitive, a senior executive and other staff members can be seen dancing to loud music. After the clip went viral, Air India in a statement said the footage was "completely out of context”. ALSO READ: 'It was built on rail land': Bangladesh ministry defends Hindu temple demolition "At AISATS, we stand in solidarity with the families affected by the tragic loss of AI 171 and deeply regret the lapse in judgment reflected in a recent internal video. The behaviour does not align with our values, and firm disciplinary action has been taken against those responsible as we reaffirm our commitment to empathy, professionalism, and accountability," AISATS spokesperson said in a statement.

In the viral clip that was widely circulated on social media and severely criticised as tone-deaf and deeply insensitive, a senior executive and other staff members can be seen dancing to loud music.

Air India venture condemns viral office party by staff days after plane crash, sacks four seniors: WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour beginning July 2 to participate in the BRICS Summit in Brazil and expand India's ties with several key nations of the Global South. Besides Brazil, PM Modi will visit Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia during the eight-day trip, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). In the first leg of the visit, the PM will undertake a visit to Ghana from July 2 to 3. This will be the prime minister's first-ever bilateral visit to Ghana. It will be the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in three decades. During the visit, Modi will hold talks with the president of Ghana to review the strong bilateral partnership and discuss further avenues to enhance it through economic, energy, and defence collaboration, the MEA said. &nbsp;From Ghana, Modi will travel to Trinidad and Tobago on a two-day visit from July 3 to 4. It will be the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country since 1999. &nbsp;During the visit, Modi will hold talks with the President of Trinidad and Tobago Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. He is also expected to address a joint session of the parliament of the island nation. The visit of the prime minister to Trinidad and Tobago will impart fresh impetus to the deep-rooted and historical ties between the two countries, the MEA said. In the third leg of his visit, Modi will visit Argentina from July 4 to 5. The prime minister will hold wide-ranging talks with President Javier Milei to further enhance India-Argentina partnership in key areas including defence, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, trade and investment, according to the MEA. "The bilateral visit of the prime minister will further deepen the multifaceted strategic partnership between India and Argentina," it said in a statement. In the fourth leg of his visit, Modi will travel to Brazil at the invitation of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The prime minister will visit Brazil from July 5 to 8, 2025 to attend the 17th BRICS Summit, followed by a state visit. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This will be Modi's fourth visit to Brazil as the prime minister. The 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit will be held in Rio de Janeiro. "During the summit, the prime minister will exchange views on key global issues including reform of global governance, peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, responsible use of artificial intelligence, climate action, global health, economic and financial matters," the MEA said. Modi is also likely to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit.For the state visit to Brazil, Modi will travel to Brasilia where he will hold bilateral discussions with President Lula on the broadening of the strategic partnership between the two countries in areas of mutual interest, including trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health and people to people linkages, the MEA said. &nbsp;In the final leg of his visit, Modi will travel to Namibia. This will be the third ever prime ministerial visit from India to Namibia. During his visit, Modi will hold bilateral talks with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He is also expected to deliver an address at the Parliament of Namibia. "The visit of the prime minister is a reiteration of India's multi-faceted and deep-rooted historical ties with Namibia," the MEA said.

In the first leg of the visit, the PM will undertake a visit to Ghana from July 2 to 3. This will be the prime minister's first ever bilateral visit to Ghana. It will be the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in three decades.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a five-nation tour beginning July 2 to participate in the BRICS Summit in Brazil and expand India's ties with several key nations of the Global South. Besides Brazil, PM Modi will visit Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia during the eight-day trip, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). In the first leg of the visit, the PM will undertake a visit to Ghana from July 2 to 3. This will be the prime minister's first-ever bilateral visit to Ghana. It will be the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in three decades. During the visit, Modi will hold talks with the president of Ghana to review the strong bilateral partnership and discuss further avenues to enhance it through economic, energy, and defence collaboration, the MEA said. From Ghana, Modi will travel to Trinidad and Tobago on a two-day visit from July 3 to 4. It will be the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country since 1999. During the visit, Modi will hold talks with the President of Trinidad and Tobago Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. He is also expected to address a joint session of the parliament of the island nation. The visit of the prime minister to Trinidad and Tobago will impart fresh impetus to the deep-rooted and historical ties between the two countries, the MEA said. In the third leg of his visit, Modi will visit Argentina from July 4 to 5. The prime minister will hold wide-ranging talks with President Javier Milei to further enhance India-Argentina partnership in key areas including defence, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, trade and investment, according to the MEA. "The bilateral visit of the prime minister will further deepen the multifaceted strategic partnership between India and Argentina," it said in a statement. In the fourth leg of his visit, Modi will travel to Brazil at the invitation of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The prime minister will visit Brazil from July 5 to 8, 2025 to attend the 17th BRICS Summit, followed by a state visit. This will be Modi's fourth visit to Brazil as the prime minister. The 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit will be held in Rio de Janeiro. "During the summit, the prime minister will exchange views on key global issues including reform of global governance, peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, responsible use of artificial intelligence, climate action, global health, economic and financial matters," the MEA said. Modi is also likely to hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit. For the state visit to Brazil, Modi will travel to Brasilia where he will hold bilateral discussions with President Lula on the broadening of the strategic partnership between the two countries in areas of mutual interest, including trade, defence, energy, space, technology, agriculture, health and people to people linkages, the MEA said. In the final leg of his visit, Modi will travel to Namibia. This will be the third ever prime ministerial visit from India to Namibia. During his visit, Modi will hold bilateral talks with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He is also expected to deliver an address at the Parliament of Namibia. "The visit of the prime minister is a reiteration of India's multi-faceted and deep-rooted historical ties with Namibia," the MEA said.

In the first leg of the visit, the PM will undertake a visit to Ghana from July 2 to 3. This will be the prime minister's first-ever bilateral visit to Ghana. It will be the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in three decades.

PM Modi to undertake 5-nation visit from July 2-9

A day after India condemned the demolition of a Durga temple in Dhaka, the Bangladesh government on Friday (June 27) said that the shrine was razed along with numerous other unauthorised structures erected alongside railway tracks, but only after the idol was dismantled and submerged in a river nearby. Against the backdrop of a sharp deterioration in bilateral relations since the appointment of a caretaker government headed by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus last August, the external affairs ministry berated Bangladeshi authorities on Thursday for the razing of the Durga temple in the Khilkhet sector of Dhaka.&nbsp;Bangladesh's foreign ministry, in a press release, said that last year, the local Hindu community installed a temporary "puja mandap" on a plot of land belonging to Bangladesh Railways without taking permission beforehand. The railways had allowed it with the promise that the organisers would dismantle the mandap once the puja festival was complete.&nbsp;“Regrettably, after the Puja was over in October 2024, the organisers declined to remove the makeshift Mandap violating the mutual agreement. Rather they established a ‘Maha Kali’ (Kali Murti) there,” the statement said. In December 2024, the railway authorities held consultations with local community representatives and organisers of the mandap and issued a notification asking for the removal of all unauthorised installations, including vendors, hundreds of shops and offices of political party “illegally built” on either side of the rail tracks, the statement said.&nbsp;After repeated reminders to those who illegally occupied the land, Bangladesh Railways asked for the removal of all unauthorised installations during June 24-25. “Finally, on 26th June, following due process, Bangladesh Railways proceeded to peaceful eviction of all unauthorised structures along the rail track in Khilkhet area,” the statement said.&nbsp;“In the course of the eviction process, the idol of the makeshift Mandap was immersed in the nearby Balu River, in due reverence, with the participation of the members of the local Hindu community,” the statement said. The removal of unauthorised structures to recover government land is a “regular and lawful administrative activity”.&nbsp;The statement added, “While the laws of the land ensure full protection to all places of worship without discriminating against any built in conformity with law, it is not permissible for any to build any religious structure encroaching public land under any circumstances.”&nbsp;On Friday, minority groups in Bangladesh held protests in Dhaka on Friday (June 27) after a makeshift temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Durga was demolished by the South Asian nation's rail authorities. India has condemned the demolition, saying extremist groups were clamouring for its destruction, and slamming the interim government of Muhammad Yunus.&nbsp;The Durga temple located in Khilkhet, Dhaka was demolished by Bangladesh Railway authorities on Thursday. According to reports, the authorities claimed that the temple was built illegally on railway land. The temple committee secretary, Arjun Roy, said there was no prior notice, adding "We are very disheartened over the incident."&nbsp;According to reports, more than 500 people, carrying sticks, surrounded the temple before its demolition. The mob demanded the temple's removal. Bulldozers arrived at the scene and the Durga temple was demolished amid a large police presence, said the reports. The temple destruction led to widespread anger among Bangladeshi Hindus.&nbsp;On Friday, a human chain protest was held in Dhaka by minority organisations such as the Bangladesh Sanatani Group and Sanatani Andolan in Shahbagh. Calling the demolition a 'brutal scene that hurt our sentiments’, Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council's Manindra Kumar Nath said, "We condemned such acts of destructive and violent religious frenzy. In protest of this, the Sanatani society has woken up today."Nath said the government was "instigating a particular community."

It was built on rail land Bangladesh ministry defends Hindu temple demolition

A day after India condemned the demolition of a Durga temple in Dhaka, the Bangladesh government on Friday (June 27) said that the shrine was razed along with numerous other unauthorised structures erected alongside railway tracks, but only after the idol was dismantled and submerged in a river nearby. Against the backdrop of a sharp deterioration in bilateral relations since the appointment of a caretaker government headed by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus last August, the external affairs ministry berated Bangladeshi authorities on Thursday for the razing of the Durga temple in the Khilkhet sector of Dhaka. Bangladesh's foreign ministry, in a press release, said that last year, the local Hindu community installed a temporary "puja mandap" on a plot of land belonging to Bangladesh Railways without taking permission beforehand. The railways had allowed it with the promise that the organisers would dismantle the mandap once the puja festival was complete. “Regrettably, after the Puja was over in October 2024, the organisers declined to remove the makeshift Mandap violating the mutual agreement. Rather they established a ‘Maha Kali’ (Kali Murti) there,” the statement said. In December 2024, the railway authorities held consultations with local community representatives and organisers of the mandap and issued a notification asking for the removal of all unauthorised installations, including vendors, hundreds of shops and offices of political party “illegally built” on either side of the rail tracks, the statement said. After repeated reminders to those who illegally occupied the land, Bangladesh Railways asked for the removal of all unauthorised installations during June 24-25. “Finally, on 26th June, following due process, Bangladesh Railways proceeded to peaceful eviction of all unauthorised structures along the rail track in Khilkhet area,” the statement said. “In the course of the eviction process, the idol of the makeshift Mandap was immersed in the nearby Balu River, in due reverence, with the participation of the members of the local Hindu community,” the statement said. The removal of unauthorised structures to recover government land is a “regular and lawful administrative activity”. The statement added, “While the laws of the land ensure full protection to all places of worship without discriminating against any built in conformity with law, it is not permissible for any to build any religious structure encroaching public land under any circumstances.” On Friday, minority groups in Bangladesh held protests in Dhaka on Friday (June 27) after a makeshift temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Durga was demolished by the South Asian nation's rail authorities. India has condemned the demolition, saying extremist groups were clamouring for its destruction, and slamming the interim government of Muhammad Yunus. The Durga temple located in Khilkhet, Dhaka was demolished by Bangladesh Railway authorities on Thursday. According to reports, the authorities claimed that the temple was built illegally on railway land. The temple committee secretary, Arjun Roy, said there was no prior notice, adding "We are very disheartened over the incident." According to reports, more than 500 people, carrying sticks, surrounded the temple before its demolition. The mob demanded the temple's removal. Bulldozers arrived at the scene and the Durga temple was demolished amid a large police presence, said the reports. The temple destruction led to widespread anger among Bangladeshi Hindus. On Friday, a human chain protest was held in Dhaka by minority organisations such as the Bangladesh Sanatani Group and Sanatani Andolan in Shahbagh. Calling the demolition a 'brutal scene that hurt our sentiments’, Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council's Manindra Kumar Nath said, "We condemned such acts of destructive and violent religious frenzy. In protest of this, the Sanatani society has woken up today." Nath said the government was "instigating a particular community."

Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council condemned such acts of destructive and violent religious frenzy even as India slammed the Bangladeshi government

'It was built on rail land': Bangladesh ministry defends Hindu temple demolition

The first-year student of South Calcutta Law College's medical checkup has confirmed her gangrape accusation as authorities found signs of "forceful penetration, biting marks and fingernail scratches" on her body. Following last year's rape case of a postgraduate medical intern at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata is again overshadowed by a shocking crime.&nbsp;A female student was allegedly gang-raped inside a law college in Kolkata's Kasba on Wednesday evening (June 26). The police have arrested all three accused within 24 hours, news agency ANI reported. The three accused, named as Monojit Mishra, Zaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukhopadhyay, were former students or staff members of the same law college. Monojit Mishra is also a Trinamool Congress student leader. According to the police, the accused named in the FIR will be produced before the A.C.J.M. of Alipore, South 24 Parganas, with a prayer to remand them to Police Custody for the purpose of a proper investigation into the case. The alleged sexual assault took place between 7:30 pm and 10:50 pm on Wednesday within the law college premises. According to the official, one of the accused allegedly committed sexual assault, while the others were involved in the crime. The victim's family filed a police complaint against the accused, and the police have taken swift action in the matter. Two of the accused, Monojit Mishra and Zaib Ahmed, were arrested on Thursday, near Siddhartha Shankar Roy Sishu Udyan, close to Talbagan Crossing in Kolkata. Pramit Mukhopadhyay was arrested later the same night at his residence.&nbsp;The police have seized the mobile phones of all three accused. The official had visited the site and kept it under protection till they had done a forensic examination. They requested custody remand for further investigation. Preliminary medical examination of the victim was conducted at CNMC Hospital, Kolkata, and statements of key witnesses were recorded. According to the complaint, the victim initially sat inside the college union room. Later, the primary accused directed the main college gate to be locked. As per the complaint, the woman was raped inside the security guard's room on the campus.

Kolkata rape case Forceful penetration bite marks Medical report confirms gangrape allegation by law student

The first-year student of South Calcutta Law College's medical checkup has confirmed her gangrape accusation as authorities found signs of "forceful penetration, biting marks and fingernail scratches" on her body. Following last year's rape case of a postgraduate medical intern at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata is again overshadowed by a shocking crime. A female student was allegedly gang-raped inside a law college in Kolkata's Kasba on Wednesday evening (June 26). The police have arrested all three accused within 24 hours, news agency ANI reported. The three accused, named as Monojit Mishra, Zaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukhopadhyay, were former students or staff members of the same law college. Monojit Mishra is also a Trinamool Congress student leader. According to the police, the accused named in the FIR will be produced before the A.C.J.M. of Alipore, South 24 Parganas, with a prayer to remand them to Police Custody for the purpose of a proper investigation into the case. The alleged sexual assault took place between 7:30 pm and 10:50 pm on Wednesday within the law college premises. According to the official, one of the accused allegedly committed sexual assault, while the others were involved in the crime. The victim's family filed a police complaint against the accused, and the police have taken swift action in the matter. Two of the accused, Monojit Mishra and Zaib Ahmed, were arrested on Thursday, near Siddhartha Shankar Roy Sishu Udyan, close to Talbagan Crossing in Kolkata. Pramit Mukhopadhyay was arrested later the same night at his residence. The police have seized the mobile phones of all three accused. The official had visited the site and kept it under protection till they had done a forensic examination. They requested custody remand for further investigation. Preliminary medical examination of the victim was conducted at CNMC Hospital, Kolkata, and statements of key witnesses were recorded. According to the complaint, the victim initially sat inside the college union room. Later, the primary accused directed the main college gate to be locked. As per the complaint, the woman was raped inside the security guard's room on the campus.

The three accused, named as Monojit Mishra, Zaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukhopadhyay, were former students or staff members of the same law college

Kolkata rape case | 'Forceful penetration, bite marks': Medical report confirms gangrape allegation by law student

Ukraine was the largest importer of major arms in the world in the 2020-24 period, marking a nearly hundredfold rise in imports compared with the figures for 2015-19, due to its ongoing war with Russia since 2022. India was the second-largest arms importer, though its total trade figures decreased by 9.3% between 2015-19 and 2020-24, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). India was the biggest arms export destination for Russia and France, though the volume with Moscow has significantly reduced. China is out of the list of top 10 arms importers for the first time since 1990-94, highlighting its rising domestic arms manufacturing.The largest share of Indian arms imports (36%) came from Russia, considerably less than in 2015-19 (55%) and 2010-14 (72%).&nbsp;Among the top 10 nations following Ukraine (8.8%) and India (8.3%) were Qatar (6.8%), Saudi Arabia (6.8%), Pakistan (4.6%), Japan (3.9%), Australia (3.5%), Egypt (3.3%), the USA (3.1%), and Kuwait (2.9%).&nbsp;<h2>Pakistan imports grew by 61%</h2>&nbsp;“Arms imports by Pakistan grew by 61% between 2015–19 and 2020–24, and China became its dominant supplier, accounting for 81% of Pakistan’s arms imports in 2020–24, compared with 74% in 2015–19,” the SIPRI report said.European arms imports grew overall by 155% as the continent rearms itself, while the US increased its share of global arms exports to 43%.Russia’s exports fell by 64%, accounting for 7.8% of global arms exports, as it fell behind France (9.6%), which emerged as the second-largest arms exporter in 2020-24.&nbsp;Russia delivered major arms to 33 countries in 2020-24, of which two-thirds went to three countries: India (38%), China (17%), and Kazakhstan (11%).&nbsp;<h2>French arms exports register growth</h2>&nbsp;France exported arms to 65 countries, and its exports of major arms to other European countries almost tripled between 2015–19 and 2020–24 (+187%). “This was mainly due to deliveries of combat aircraft to Greece and Croatia and arms supplies to Ukraine after Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022,” the report said.India received the largest share of French arms exports (28%)—almost twice the share that went to all European recipients combined (15%).India inked contracts for 36 Rafale fighter jets and six Scorpene-class conventional submarines from France and has more mega deals lined up.&nbsp;&nbsp;Italy, with a 4.8% share of arms sales, jumped from 10th to sixth place on the exporters list.&nbsp;The report said that at least 35 countries have sent weapons to Ukraine since 2022, and substantial deliveries are in the pipeline. The country received 8.8% of global arms imports in 2020-24.“Most of the major arms supplied to Ukraine came from the USA (45%), followed by Germany (12%), and Poland (11%). Ukraine was the only European nation among the top 10 importers in 2020–24, although many other European countries significantly increased their arms imports in the period.”“The figures reflect the rearmament taking place in Europe in response to the threat from Russia,” said Mathew George, programme director at SIPRI.

India was the biggest arms export destination for Russia and France, though the volume with Moscow has significantly reduced. China is out of the list of top 10 arms importers for the first time since 1990-94, highlighting its rising domestic arms manufacturing.

Ukraine was the largest importer of major arms in the world in the 2020-24 period, marking a nearly hundredfold rise in imports compared with the figures for 2015-19, due to its ongoing war with Russia since 2022. India was the second-largest arms importer, though its total trade figures decreased by 9.3% between 2015-19 and 2020-24, according to data from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). India was the biggest arms export destination for Russia and France, though the volume with Moscow has significantly reduced. China is out of the list of top 10 arms importers for the first time since 1990-94, highlighting its rising domestic arms manufacturing. The largest share of Indian arms imports (36%) came from Russia, considerably less than in 2015-19 (55%) and 2010-14 (72%). Among the top 10 nations following Ukraine (8.8%) and India (8.3%) were Qatar (6.8%), Saudi Arabia (6.8%), Pakistan (4.6%), Japan (3.9%), Australia (3.5%), Egypt (3.3%), the USA (3.1%), and Kuwait (2.9%). Pakistan imports grew by 61% “Arms imports by Pakistan grew by 61% between 2015–19 and 2020–24, and China became its dominant supplier, accounting for 81% of Pakistan’s arms imports in 2020–24, compared with 74% in 2015–19,” the SIPRI report said. European arms imports grew overall by 155% as the continent rearms itself, while the US increased its share of global arms exports to 43%. Russia’s exports fell by 64%, accounting for 7.8% of global arms exports, as it fell behind France (9.6%), which emerged as the second-largest arms exporter in 2020-24. Russia delivered major arms to 33 countries in 2020-24, of which two-thirds went to three countries: India (38%), China (17%), and Kazakhstan (11%). French arms exports register growth France exported arms to 65 countries, and its exports of major arms to other European countries almost tripled between 2015–19 and 2020–24 (+187%). “This was mainly due to deliveries of combat aircraft to Greece and Croatia and arms supplies to Ukraine after Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022,” the report said. India received the largest share of French arms exports (28%)—almost twice the share that went to all European recipients combined (15%). India inked contracts for 36 Rafale fighter jets and six Scorpene-class conventional submarines from France and has more mega deals lined up. Italy, with a 4.8% share of arms sales, jumped from 10th to sixth place on the exporters list. The report said that at least 35 countries have sent weapons to Ukraine since 2022, and substantial deliveries are in the pipeline. The country received 8.8% of global arms imports in 2020-24. “Most of the major arms supplied to Ukraine came from the USA (45%), followed by Germany (12%), and Poland (11%). Ukraine was the only European nation among the top 10 importers in 2020–24, although many other European countries significantly increased their arms imports in the period.” “The figures reflect the rearmament taking place in Europe in response to the threat from Russia,” said Mathew George, programme director at SIPRI.

India was the biggest arms export destination for Russia and France, though the volume with Moscow has significantly reduced. China is out of the list of top 10 arms importers for the first time since 1990-94, highlighting its rising domestic arms manufacturing.

India second-largest arms importer after Ukraine. Check other nations in top 10

New Delhi: In a major strategic move, India’s public sector company, Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), has announced that it will be acquiring a majority stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC). In a stock exchange filing, the company said that the board of directors has “approved the proposal for acquisition of a controlling and substantial stake of Colombo Dockyard PLC by way of an investment not exceeding USD 52.96 million.”&nbsp;Mazagon Dock, along with Colombo Dockyard and Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard, signed a tripartite agreement on Friday (June 27) under which MDL will acquire the Japanese company’s controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Mumbai-headquartered Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders is a public sector shipyard under India’s Ministry of Defence and is also known as the ‘Shipyard of the Nation’. It specialises in the construction of warships, submarines, and commercial vessels.&nbsp;The Colombo Dockyard, which has been in a difficult position for some time, was on the verge of default. The Sri Lankan government has been requesting the Indian government to encourage Indian investors to invest in the dockyard. The Indian state-owned company was shortlisted in view of their record in shipbuilding as well as its financial strength. Both these aspects are key for the turnaround of the Colombo Dockyard.&nbsp;Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders’ net worth, represented by its market capitalisation, is approximately $15.12 billion USD as of June 25, 2025. The company is almost debt-free. It has reported a turnover of approximately $1.13 billion USD. Colombo Dockyard, which is currently under financial distress, can benefit from MDL’s strong financial capabilities and resource base which can help in expediting the turnaround process. All in all, they will now be able to secure contracts that they previously missed due to poor financial health.&nbsp;The acquisition shows appetite by Indian industry for global forays, including India’s state-owned companies. MDL is expected to bring an order pipeline for Colombo Dockyard from both domestic and international markets for repairs, refits, and new builds.&nbsp;&nbsp;There is a continuous revenue stream of ship repairs from the Indian subcontinent, and MDL acquiring the controlling stakes would only further this trend.&nbsp;Several orders for which potential clients are approaching MDL can also be diverted to Colombo Dockyard, which will ensure that there is a continuous revenue stream in the company.&nbsp;From sharing of expertise to sharing of resources to augmentation of operations, the development helps the dockyard and growing interlinkages between India and Sri Lanka.

Mazagon Dock, along with Colombo Dockyard and Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard, signed a tripartite agreement on Friday (June 27) under which MDL will acquire the Japanese company’s controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard. 

New Delhi: In a major strategic move, India’s public sector company, Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL), has announced that it will be acquiring a majority stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC). In a stock exchange filing, the company said that the board of directors has “approved the proposal for acquisition of a controlling and substantial stake of Colombo Dockyard PLC by way of an investment not exceeding USD 52.96 million.” Mazagon Dock, along with Colombo Dockyard and Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard, signed a tripartite agreement on Friday (June 27) under which MDL will acquire the Japanese company’s controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard. The Mumbai-headquartered Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders is a public sector shipyard under India’s Ministry of Defence and is also known as the ‘Shipyard of the Nation’. It specialises in the construction of warships, submarines, and commercial vessels. The Colombo Dockyard, which has been in a difficult position for some time, was on the verge of default. The Sri Lankan government has been requesting the Indian government to encourage Indian investors to invest in the dockyard. The Indian state-owned company was shortlisted in view of their record in shipbuilding as well as its financial strength. Both these aspects are key for the turnaround of the Colombo Dockyard. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders’ net worth, represented by its market capitalisation, is approximately $15.12 billion USD as of June 25, 2025. The company is almost debt-free. It has reported a turnover of approximately $1.13 billion USD. Colombo Dockyard, which is currently under financial distress, can benefit from MDL’s strong financial capabilities and resource base which can help in expediting the turnaround process. All in all, they will now be able to secure contracts that they previously missed due to poor financial health. The acquisition shows appetite by Indian industry for global forays, including India’s state-owned companies. MDL is expected to bring an order pipeline for Colombo Dockyard from both domestic and international markets for repairs, refits, and new builds. There is a continuous revenue stream of ship repairs from the Indian subcontinent, and MDL acquiring the controlling stakes would only further this trend. Several orders for which potential clients are approaching MDL can also be diverted to Colombo Dockyard, which will ensure that there is a continuous revenue stream in the company. From sharing of expertise to sharing of resources to augmentation of operations, the development helps the dockyard and growing interlinkages between India and Sri Lanka.

Mazagon Dock, along with Colombo Dockyard and Japan’s Onomichi Dockyard, signed a tripartite agreement on Friday (June 27) under which MDL will acquire the Japanese company’s controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard.&nbsp;

In a strategic move, India’s MDL to acquire majority stake in Colombo Dockyard

India has rejected a Court of Arbitration ruling that issued a “supplemental award” on its competence concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, and called it a flagrant violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960. The dams are being built on the Indus River system, and the development came after India had paused the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack in April.&nbsp; In a strongly worded statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said that the “illegal” Court of Arbitration, purportedly constituted under the Indus Waters Treaty 1960, albeit in brazen violation of it, has issued what it characterises as a “supplemental award” on its competence concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;The MEA said that India never recognised the existence of this so-called Court of Arbitration, and its constitution is in itself a serious breach of the Indus Waters Treaty, and consequently any proceedings before this forum and any award or decision taken by it are also illegal and per se void.&nbsp;The ministry said that India placed the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance after the Pahalgam terrorist attack until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. It added that this illegally constituted arbitral body has no jurisdiction to examine the legality of India’s actions in exercise of its rights as a sovereign state.“India categorically rejects this so-called supplemental award as it has rejected all prior pronouncements of this body,” it added.&nbsp;The MEA termed the development “the latest charade at Pakistan’s behest” and yet another desperate attempt by Islamabad to escape accountability for its role as the global epicentre of terrorism.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pakistan objects to the construction of the 330 MW Kishenganga hydroelectric project on the Jhelum river and the 850 MW Ratle dam project on the Chenab river due to the potential impact on its own water resources.Islamabad claims that the hydro projects are in violation of the Indus Waters Treaty. It fears that the dams will reduce the water flow and impact its agriculture, which relies heavily on these rivers.As per the agreement, India is permitted to build hydroelectric power projects on the Jhelum and Chenab rivers, but Pakistan has been trying to stop the construction.

The MEA said India never recognised the existence of this so-called Court of Arbitration, and its constitution is in itself a serious breach of the Indus Waters Treaty, and consequently any proceedings before this forum and any award or decision taken by it are also illegal and per se void.

India has rejected a Court of Arbitration ruling that issued a “supplemental award” on its competence concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir, and called it a flagrant violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) of 1960. The dams are being built on the Indus River system, and the development came after India had paused the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack in April. In a strongly worded statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said that the “illegal” Court of Arbitration, purportedly constituted under the Indus Waters Treaty 1960, albeit in brazen violation of it, has issued what it characterises as a “supplemental award” on its competence concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The MEA said that India never recognised the existence of this so-called Court of Arbitration, and its constitution is in itself a serious breach of the Indus Waters Treaty, and consequently any proceedings before this forum and any award or decision taken by it are also illegal and per se void. The ministry said that India placed the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance after the Pahalgam terrorist attack until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism. It added that this illegally constituted arbitral body has no jurisdiction to examine the legality of India’s actions in exercise of its rights as a sovereign state. “India categorically rejects this so-called supplemental award as it has rejected all prior pronouncements of this body,” it added. The MEA termed the development “the latest charade at Pakistan’s behest” and yet another desperate attempt by Islamabad to escape accountability for its role as the global epicentre of terrorism. Pakistan objects to the construction of the 330 MW Kishenganga hydroelectric project on the Jhelum river and the 850 MW Ratle dam project on the Chenab river due to the potential impact on its own water resources. Islamabad claims that the hydro projects are in violation of the Indus Waters Treaty. It fears that the dams will reduce the water flow and impact its agriculture, which relies heavily on these rivers. As per the agreement, India is permitted to build hydroelectric power projects on the Jhelum and Chenab rivers, but Pakistan has been trying to stop the construction.

The MEA said India never recognised the existence of this so-called Court of Arbitration, and its constitution is in itself a serious breach of the Indus Waters Treaty, and consequently any proceedings before this forum and any award or decision taken by it are also illegal and per se void.

‘Charade at Pak’s behest’: India says Indus Treaty arbitration court is itself illegal, rejects ‘ruling’ on J&K dams

In a major boost to India’s naval power, the Indian Navy will add the advanced stealth warship INS Tamal to its fleet on July 1, 2025. This ship was built in Russia’s Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad under an India-Russia agreement signed in 2016, worth Rs 21,000 crore ($2.5 Billons, taking $1= 80 INR). The move highlights India growing efforts to modernise its Navy especially with rising security concerns in the Indian Ocean. Senior naval officers, including Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh will be present at the induction ceremony.&nbsp;INS Tamal is the second of four stealth frigates being delivered as part of the Indo-Russian deal. Its addition is a key step in India aim to keep up with China as China is expanding its naval presence.&nbsp;The global defence scenario has changed significantly due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the growing conflict between Israel, USA and Iran. Many countries are reviewing their military forces and India is also doing the same.&nbsp;China’s increasing activity in the Indian Ocean has pushed India to take firm steps to guard its maritime borders. INS Tamal is a part of that response.&nbsp;What is INS Tamal?&nbsp;INS Tamal is a stealth guided-missile frigate based on the upgraded Kirvak-class design. It follows INS Tushil, which joined the Indian Navy in December 2024.&nbsp;The ship is made to avoid enemy detection using advanced infrared stealth technology and also includes Indian-made radar and weapon systems.&nbsp;Key features of INS Tamal:<ul><li>Length: 125 metres</li><li>Weight: 3,900 tonnes</li><li>Top speed: 55 km/h</li><li>Missile system: Equipped with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile (range: 290–450 km)</li><li>Air support: Can carry Kamov-28 and Kamov-31 helicopters for anti-submarine</li><li>Combat capability: Built to tackle multiple threats like submarine, drones and fighter jets like F-16, F-35, Rafale, and China’s J-35A.</li></ul>After its induction INS Tamal will be deployed in the Arabian Sea under the Western Naval Command. This area is especially important as it borders Pakistan and is close to Karachi, a key city for Pakistan’s economy and navy.&nbsp;The Rs 21,000 crore deal includes four stealth frigates of the Kirvak-III class. INS Tushil and INS Tamal are being built in Russia at a cost of Rs 8,000 crore. The other two will be made in India at the Goa Shipyard with Russian support, costing Rs 13,000 crore.&nbsp;

The global defence scenario has changed significantly due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the growing conflict between Israel, USA and Iran. Many countries are reviewing their military forces and India is also doing the same.

In a major boost to India’s naval power, the Indian Navy will add the advanced stealth warship INS Tamal to its fleet on July 1, 2025. This ship was built in Russia’s Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad under an India-Russia agreement signed in 2016, worth Rs 21,000 crore ($2.5 Billons, taking $1= 80 INR). The move highlights India growing efforts to modernise its Navy especially with rising security concerns in the Indian Ocean. Senior naval officers, including Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh will be present at the induction ceremony. INS Tamal is the second of four stealth frigates being delivered as part of the Indo-Russian deal. Its addition is a key step in India aim to keep up with China as China is expanding its naval presence. The global defence scenario has changed significantly due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the growing conflict between Israel, USA and Iran. Many countries are reviewing their military forces and India is also doing the same. China’s increasing activity in the Indian Ocean has pushed India to take firm steps to guard its maritime borders. INS Tamal is a part of that response. What is INS Tamal? INS Tamal is a stealth guided-missile frigate based on the upgraded Kirvak-class design. It follows INS Tushil, which joined the Indian Navy in December 2024. The ship is made to avoid enemy detection using advanced infrared stealth technology and also includes Indian-made radar and weapon systems. Key features of INS Tamal: Length: 125 metres Weight: 3,900 tonnes Top speed: 55 km/h Missile system: Equipped with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile (range: 290–450 km) Air support: Can carry Kamov-28 and Kamov-31 helicopters for anti-submarine Combat capability: Built to tackle multiple threats like submarine, drones and fighter jets like F-16, F-35, Rafale, and China’s J-35A. After its induction INS Tamal will be deployed in the Arabian Sea under the Western Naval Command. This area is especially important as it borders Pakistan and is close to Karachi, a key city for Pakistan’s economy and navy. The Rs 21,000 crore deal includes four stealth frigates of the Kirvak-III class. INS Tushil and INS Tamal are being built in Russia at a cost of Rs 8,000 crore. The other two will be made in India at the Goa Shipyard with Russian support, costing Rs 13,000 crore.

The global defence scenario has changed significantly due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and the growing conflict between Israel, USA and Iran. Many countries are reviewing their military forces and India is also doing the same.

More than a warship: Why INS Tamal could be the most lethal battleship in the region

In a strange and now-viral video from a Gujarat High Court virtual hearing, a man was found attending court while he was sitting on a toilet seat. The incident happened on Friday (June 20) during a hearing in front of Justice Nirzar S Desai. Legal news website Bar and Bench posted an audio recording of the proceeding that has since gone viral online.&nbsp;The man is seen logged in as "Samad Battery" in the video, with a Bluetooth earphone hanging around his neck. At first, he is seen close up, but then he sets his phone away, which shows him sitting on a toilet seat. The video continues to depict him cleaning himself and later exiting the washroom. Soon after, he appears in another room, appearing oblivious to, or unconcerned with, the location he had just exposed himself in.

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As per a report in Bar and Bench, according to court documents, the man appeared as a respondent in a case related to the quashing of a First Information Report (FIR). In fact, he was the original complainant in the case. The court went on to quash the FIR after an amicable settlement among the parties involved. The video sparked swift and sharp reactions on social media, especially from legal professionals and citizens stunned by the man’s casual misconduct.&nbsp;One of the user posted, “Only lawyers can conduct VC. If a client would like to join him, he should join from the lawyer's chamber. Such events will attract world shame. What audacity. Should be strictly punished.” Another user joked about the fellow's camera swagger, "How much trust he has on his camera placement." And in a sarcastic interpretation, one commenter said, "Contempt of court in the highest odour—I mean order."&nbsp;Notably, this is not the first time courtroom etiquette has been breached in online hearings. In April this year, the Gujarat High Court imposed a ₹50,000 fine on a litigant who had appeared through video smoking a cigarette, the report added further. A similar drama was enacted in March in a Delhi court when a litigant was called to court after being spotted smoking during a hearing.

‘Loo’dicrous behaviour: Man joins Gujarat HC virtual hearing from pot seat, video goes viral-WATCH

In a strange and now-viral video from a Gujarat High Court virtual hearing, a man was found attending court while he was sitting on a toilet seat. The incident happened on Friday (June 20) during a hearing in front of Justice Nirzar S Desai. Legal news website Bar and Bench posted an audio recording of the proceeding that has since gone viral online. The man is seen logged in as "Samad Battery" in the video, with a Bluetooth earphone hanging around his neck. At first, he is seen close up, but then he sets his phone away, which shows him sitting on a toilet seat. The video continues to depict him cleaning himself and later exiting the washroom. Soon after, he appears in another room, appearing oblivious to, or unconcerned with, the location he had just exposed himself in.

The video sparked swift and sharp reactions on social media, especially from legal professionals and citizens were left stunned by the man’s casual misconduct

The British High Commission on Friday (June 27) issued a statement regarding the UK F35-B aircraft that was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in India on June 14.&nbsp;&nbsp;The spokesperson said, “A UK F-35B aircraft is awaiting repairs at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport after developing an engineering issue. The UK has accepted an offer to move the aircraft to the Maintenance Repair and Overhaul facility at the airport. The aircraft will be moved to the hangar once UK engineering teams arrive with specialist equipment, thereby ensuring there is minimal disruption to scheduled maintenance of other aircraft."&nbsp;“The aircraft will return to active service once repairs and safety checks have been completed. Ground teams continue to work closely with Indian authorities to ensure safety and security precautions are observed. We thank the Indian authorities and Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for their continued support.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport will now calculate a parking fee for the British Royal Navy F-35 fighter jet as it continues to be grounded in Kerala. As per a report by the Indian Defence Research wing, for 12 days of parking, the total fee would be 3,685.22 USD (INR 26,261 × 12 = INR 315,132). The F-35B's prolonged stay at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is highly unusual, as it marks the first time this advanced fighter jet has been stranded abroad. Usually, the airport operator charges a parking fee based on the aircraft's weight. But the fighter jet is lightweight and it is not a scheduled flight. So the same yardstick may not be applicable in this case. There is no official confirmation on how the parking fee would be charged and who would pay the bill. Notably, in March, US President Donald Trump pitched the sale of F-35 jets to India. Meanwhile, a team of engineers from the UK and the US will arrive soon to rectify the snag. If it is not successful, arrangements may have to be made to move the jet out using a freighter plane. A British High Commission spokesperson said: “We are working to repair the UK F-35B at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as quickly as possible. We thank the Indian authorities for their continued support.” "Diversion of F-35 is normal. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is fully aware of and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. All assistance is given, and IAF is in coordination with all agencies," an IAF spokesperson said last week. The jet, believed to have taken off from a British aircraft carrier stationed approximately 100 nautical miles off Kerala's coast, landed in Thiruvananthapuram after reporting low fuel levels, reported news agency PTI. The British Royal Navy F-35B Lightning II fighter jet, which was part of the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group, landed in Thiruvananthapuram on June 14. The British jet, parked at Bay 4 of Thiruvananthapuram's airport, is guarded by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel.

Engineering issue British High Commission issues statement on F 35 fighter jet stuck in Kerala

The British High Commission on Friday (June 27) issued a statement regarding the UK F35-B aircraft that was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in India on June 14. The spokesperson said, “A UK F-35B aircraft is awaiting repairs at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport after developing an engineering issue. The UK has accepted an offer to move the aircraft to the Maintenance Repair and Overhaul facility at the airport. The aircraft will be moved to the hangar once UK engineering teams arrive with specialist equipment, thereby ensuring there is minimal disruption to scheduled maintenance of other aircraft." “The aircraft will return to active service once repairs and safety checks have been completed. Ground teams continue to work closely with Indian authorities to ensure safety and security precautions are observed. We thank the Indian authorities and Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for their continued support.” Meanwhile, the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport will now calculate a parking fee for the British Royal Navy F-35 fighter jet as it continues to be grounded in Kerala. As per a report by the Indian Defence Research wing, for 12 days of parking, the total fee would be 3,685.22 USD (INR 26,261 × 12 = INR 315,132). The F-35B's prolonged stay at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport is highly unusual, as it marks the first time this advanced fighter jet has been stranded abroad. Usually, the airport operator charges a parking fee based on the aircraft's weight. But the fighter jet is lightweight and it is not a scheduled flight. So the same yardstick may not be applicable in this case. There is no official confirmation on how the parking fee would be charged and who would pay the bill. Notably, in March, US President Donald Trump pitched the sale of F-35 jets to India. Meanwhile, a team of engineers from the UK and the US will arrive soon to rectify the snag. If it is not successful, arrangements may have to be made to move the jet out using a freighter plane. A British High Commission spokesperson said: “We are working to repair the UK F-35B at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport as quickly as possible. We thank the Indian authorities for their continued support.” "Diversion of F-35 is normal. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is fully aware of and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. All assistance is given, and IAF is in coordination with all agencies," an IAF spokesperson said last week. The jet, believed to have taken off from a British aircraft carrier stationed approximately 100 nautical miles off Kerala's coast, landed in Thiruvananthapuram after reporting low fuel levels, reported news agency PTI. The British Royal Navy F-35B Lightning II fighter jet, which was part of the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group, landed in Thiruvananthapuram on June 14. The British jet, parked at Bay 4 of Thiruvananthapuram's airport, is guarded by Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel.

Meanwhile, a team of engineers from the UK and the US will arrive soon to rectify the snag. If it is not successful, arrangements may have to be made to move the jet out using a freighter plane

'Engineering issue': British High Commission issues statement on F-35 fighter jet stuck in Kerala

The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the international tourist hotspot city of Agra, is leaking at a time when good rainfall has been predicted in the monsoon. A water seepage point has been detected in the dome of the Taj Mahal at a height of 73 metres during thermal scanning conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The ASI ongoing inspection will take around 15 days, after which experts will start the repair work on the dome. Sources said that the ASI’s Light Detection and Ranging investigation revealed three key issues in the monument. It found that the mortar between the stones on the main dome had deteriorated, and the door and floor of the dome’s roof had weakened. Lastly, the iron rod that supports the finial has eroded due to rusting, leading to the expansion of the surrounding mortar and causing the water leakage.&nbsp;Scaffolding has been erected on the main dome of the Taj Mahal, and the ASI team will conduct a physical inspection. After 15 days, technicians and workers will go up and look for cracks, whether stones have come loose or mortar has fallen off.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Water leaked from dome in September 2024 also&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Last year, on September 12, water started dripping near the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz in the main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal when Agra received record rainfall.As per reports, water had leaked in the Taj Mahal for the first time 373 years ago in 1652, when Aurangzeb sent the report to Emperor Shah Jahan about water leakage from the dome, following which repairs were carried out.&nbsp;In 1872, Executive Engineer J.W. Alexander had carried out repairs when water was leaking from the main dome after the British set up a committee of experts.Repairs were done again in 1941, and the work continued for three years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Taj Mahal’s Senior Conservation Assistant, Prince Vajpayee, said that the light detection inspections have nearly been completed. “Now, physical inspection will be done. In view of the height of the main dome and pinnacle mounted on it at 73 metres, it will take around six months to complete the repair work.”

As per reports, water had leaked in the Taj Mahal for the first time 373 years ago in 1652, when Aurangzeb sent the report to Emperor Shah Jahan about water leakage from the dome, following which repairs were carried out. 

The Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the international tourist hotspot city of Agra, is leaking at a time when good rainfall has been predicted in the monsoon. A water seepage point has been detected in the dome of the Taj Mahal at a height of 73 metres during thermal scanning conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The ASI ongoing inspection will take around 15 days, after which experts will start the repair work on the dome. Sources said that the ASI’s Light Detection and Ranging investigation revealed three key issues in the monument. It found that the mortar between the stones on the main dome had deteriorated, and the door and floor of the dome’s roof had weakened. Lastly, the iron rod that supports the finial has eroded due to rusting, leading to the expansion of the surrounding mortar and causing the water leakage. Scaffolding has been erected on the main dome of the Taj Mahal, and the ASI team will conduct a physical inspection. After 15 days, technicians and workers will go up and look for cracks, whether stones have come loose or mortar has fallen off. Water leaked from dome in September 2024 also Last year, on September 12, water started dripping near the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz in the main mausoleum of the Taj Mahal when Agra received record rainfall. As per reports, water had leaked in the Taj Mahal for the first time 373 years ago in 1652, when Aurangzeb sent the report to Emperor Shah Jahan about water leakage from the dome, following which repairs were carried out. In 1872, Executive Engineer J.W. Alexander had carried out repairs when water was leaking from the main dome after the British set up a committee of experts. Repairs were done again in 1941, and the work continued for three years. Taj Mahal’s Senior Conservation Assistant, Prince Vajpayee, said that the light detection inspections have nearly been completed. “Now, physical inspection will be done. In view of the height of the main dome and pinnacle mounted on it at 73 metres, it will take around six months to complete the repair work.”

As per reports, water had leaked in the Taj Mahal for the first time 373 years ago in 1652, when Aurangzeb sent the report to Emperor Shah Jahan about water leakage from the dome, following which repairs were carried out.&nbsp;

Is the Taj leaking? ASI finds seepage in UNESCO World Heritage Site’s main dome

K-6 hypersonic missile of India: India is close to conducting sea trials of its ambitious K-6 hypersonic missile, according to media reports. Being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) , the missile can deploy from India's upcoming S-5 class nuclear submarines. The intercontinental ballistic missile is set to even surpass the Brahmos missile in speed and range. Here is what you should know about the K-6 missile, which when deployed, will help India fight adversaries like Pakistan and China more effectively.<h2>What is K-6 hypersonic missile being developed by India?</h2>K-6, the most advanced missile to date, is being developed by India at DRDO's Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad. The submarine-launched hypersonic ballistic missile will enhance India's strategic and nuclear deterrence capabilities. The S-5 class nuclear submarines from which the K-6 will be launched would be larger and more powerful than the existing Arihant-class submarines. S-5 class submarines can carry heavier warheads and multiple missiles.<h2>Hypersonic speed of K-6</h2>When developed, the K-6 will be capable of reaching hypersonic speeds, measured at Mach 7.5 or more than 9,200 kilometres per hour. The missile's operational range is 8,000 km, which means it can strike deep inside enemy territory in just minutes.&nbsp;The hypersonic speed is also significant as the missile can evade most missile defence systems, giving hardly any time for adversaries to react.<h2>Other features of India's hypersonic missile</h2>The K-6 missile features Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This will enable a single missile to strike multiple targets with precision, thus providing it with enhanced effectiveness in both offensive and deterrent capacities. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-brahmos-pak-s-nightmare-missile-1749749711444/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-brahmos-pak-s-nightmare-missile-1749749711444/embed</a>&nbsp;The missile is designed to carry both nuclear and conventional warheads. It can be used in a variety of combat scenarios.&nbsp;The K-6 is a significant upgrade from earlier Indian submarine-launched ballistic missiles or SLBMs such as the K-4 (range of 3,500 km) and K-5 (up to 6,000 km). It will surpass the BrahMos missile in both speed and destructive capability.&nbsp; It is designed to be &nbsp;over 12 metres in length with over 2 metres of diameter.<h2>India to join hypersonic missile club</h2>When K-6 missile becomes operational, India will be joining an elite list of countries that possess or are developing advanced hypersonic and MIRV-equipped missile systems. These countries are United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom.&nbsp;&nbsp;The missile will complement India’s land-based Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile and reinforce its nuclear triad.&nbsp;K-6 will be a valuable addition to India's strategic deterrence amid increasing regional tensions, particularly with Pakistan, and in the Indo-Pacific with China.&nbsp;

The intercontinental ballistic missile is set to even surpass the Brahmos missile. Here is what you should know about the K-6 missile

K-6 hypersonic missile of India: India is close to conducting sea trials of its ambitious K-6 hypersonic missile, according to media reports. Being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) , the missile can deploy from India's upcoming S-5 class nuclear submarines. The intercontinental ballistic missile is set to even surpass the Brahmos missile in speed and range. Here is what you should know about the K-6 missile, which when deployed, will help India fight adversaries like Pakistan and China more effectively. What is K-6 hypersonic missile being developed by India? K-6, the most advanced missile to date, is being developed by India at DRDO's Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad. The submarine-launched hypersonic ballistic missile will enhance India's strategic and nuclear deterrence capabilities. The S-5 class nuclear submarines from which the K-6 will be launched would be larger and more powerful than the existing Arihant-class submarines. S-5 class submarines can carry heavier warheads and multiple missiles. Hypersonic speed of K-6 When developed, the K-6 will be capable of reaching hypersonic speeds, measured at Mach 7.5 or more than 9,200 kilometres per hour. The missile's operational range is 8,000 km, which means it can strike deep inside enemy territory in just minutes. The hypersonic speed is also significant as the missile can evade most missile defence systems, giving hardly any time for adversaries to react. Other features of India's hypersonic missile The K-6 missile features Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) technology. This will enable a single missile to strike multiple targets with precision, thus providing it with enhanced effectiveness in both offensive and deterrent capacities. https://www.wionews.com/videos/24-years-of-brahmos-pak-s-nightmare-missile-1749749711444/embed The missile is designed to carry both nuclear and conventional warheads. It can be used in a variety of combat scenarios. The K-6 is a significant upgrade from earlier Indian submarine-launched ballistic missiles or SLBMs such as the K-4 (range of 3,500 km) and K-5 (up to 6,000 km). It will surpass the BrahMos missile in both speed and destructive capability. It is designed to be over 12 metres in length with over 2 metres of diameter. India to join hypersonic missile club When K-6 missile becomes operational, India will be joining an elite list of countries that possess or are developing advanced hypersonic and MIRV-equipped missile systems. These countries are United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom. The missile will complement India’s land-based Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile and reinforce its nuclear triad. K-6 will be a valuable addition to India's strategic deterrence amid increasing regional tensions, particularly with Pakistan, and in the Indo-Pacific with China.

The intercontinental ballistic missile is set to even surpass the Brahmos missile. Here is what you should know about the K-6 hypersonic missile

K-6 Hypersonic Missile for India: Gamechanger awaits sea trials as country set to join elite club of US, Russia, China, UK

A total of 19 cars from Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav's convoy had to be towed on Thursday (June 26) as water was filled in instead of diesel. The incident took place at a petrol pump in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district where the chief minister was supposed to visit an event on Friday (June 27), news agency PTI reported. The vehicles, which had traveled from Indore, broke down a short while after refueling in Ratlam, after which they were towed. The incident was captured on a video wherein the SUVs were towed by the drivers as well as petrol pump attendants.&nbsp;The petrol pump was subsequently sealed due to fuel contamination. One of the drivers of the convoy said that the vehicles were traveling from Indore to Ratlam and stopped at the petrol pump for refueling. Drivers of the SUVs were forced to push the vehicles on to the shoulder of the road, as the vehicles started jerking and stalling one after another.<h2>See the video here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">VIDEO | Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh: As many as 19 vehicles of CM Mohan Yadav&#39;s convoy had to be towed after water was reportedly filled instead of diesel in them. The petrol pump was later sealed over fuel contamination.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MPNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MPNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MadhyaPradeshNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MadhyaPradeshNews</a> (Full video available on PTI… <a href="https://t.co/IQV9aE2Jfc">pic.twitter.com/IQV9aE2Jfc</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1938490529693729199?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"We had filled the tank with diesel. Some cars left after refueling and had broken down after driving nearly 1 km, while the rest of them broke down here," said one of the driver. According to reports, more than 250 litres of adulterated diesel were filled in the cars from a local petrol pump. Although the staff at the petrol pump ruled out the possibility of supplying spurious diesel, the hunch of the officials intensified after a local resident showed them a bottle filled from the same petrol pump – whose layers of diesel and water were clearly visible.&nbsp;The employees of the food and civil supplies department promptly took samples and tested them, confirming the presence of water in the diesel being supplied by the in question pump. "Whole issue is being investigated, but the exact amount of water cannot be quantified right away. The inventory at the pump is being verified and results will be tallied in the comprehensive report to Ratlam district collector," a senior official of the food and civil supplies department Anand Gole was quoted saying to the media.

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A total of 19 cars from Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav's convoy had to be towed on Thursday (June 26) as water was filled in instead of diesel. The incident took place at a petrol pump in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district where the chief minister was supposed to visit an event on Friday (June 27), news agency PTI reported. The vehicles, which had traveled from Indore, broke down a short while after refueling in Ratlam, after which they were towed. The incident was captured on a video wherein the SUVs were towed by the drivers as well as petrol pump attendants. The petrol pump was subsequently sealed due to fuel contamination. One of the drivers of the convoy said that the vehicles were traveling from Indore to Ratlam and stopped at the petrol pump for refueling. Drivers of the SUVs were forced to push the vehicles on to the shoulder of the road, as the vehicles started jerking and stalling one after another. See the video here:

The petrol pump was later sealed over fuel contamination

Not diesel but water! 19 vehicles in MP chief minister's convoy towed after fuel fiasco-WATCH

A tigress and her four cubs were found dead in the Malai Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary in the Chamarajanagar district of India’s southern state of Karnataka on Thursday (June 26), with officials suspecting it to be a case of poisoning. The incident is believed to have happened on Wednesday (June 25) and came to light on Thursday. The five carcasses were found in the Hoogyam range of the wildlife sanctuary. There was also a carcass of a cow nearby, reinforcing the poison theory. The tigress was believed to be around 11 years and had been first camera-trapped in November 2014 when it was 6 to 8 months old. Officials suspect that the tigress had killed a cow and dragged it inside the forest. It partially consumed the kill and left when some miscreants poisoned the carcass. When the tigress returned with her cubs and consumed it, they all died.&nbsp;<h2>Conservationists raise questions</h2>&nbsp;Conservationists have raised questions over the death of five big cats in a day in Karnataka, which has the second-highest number of tigers after Madhya Pradesh. Karnataka currently has 563 tigers.&nbsp;They pointed out that the state government has been dragging its feet on declaring the 906 sq km sanctuary a tiger reserve, as it will help prevent the increasing commercialisation of the area, thereby bringing down wildlife conflict with humans.Villagers resort to poisoning amid the growing conflicts with wildlife, especially cattle thefts by the big cats.&nbsp;After the deaths, authorities have stepped up monitoring and commenced real-time surveillance with infrared cameras and intensified patrolling with GPS-based apps and software.&nbsp;The M.M. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over 906 sq km and is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, apart from a rich density of prey species.&nbsp;<h2>Centre sets up SIT to probe 5 tiger deaths in a day</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Centre has constituted a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the death of five tigers.&nbsp;The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change constituted a two-member SIT, comprising Harini V, Assistant Inspector General, National Tiger Conservation Authority’s regional bureau in Bengaluru, and Thenmozhi V, Aisstant Inspector General of Forests, South Region, Wildlife Crime Control Bureau.&nbsp;&nbsp;The SIT has been told to submit its report within two weeks, while the state government has been requested to provide all logistical support and assistance to the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre had also issued an order setting up a six-member investigation team, led by B P Ravi, principal chief conservator of forest (EWPRT&amp;CC) and comprising five others, including wildlife expert Sanjay Gubbi.&nbsp;&nbsp;“If negligence by forest staff is found or if the deaths were caused by electrocution, poisoning or any other reason, criminal cases would be filed,” Khandre said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Conservationists point out that the state government has been dragging its feet on declaring the 906 sq km sanctuary a tiger reserve, as it will help prevent the increasing commercialisation of the area, thereby bringing down wildlife conflict with humans.

A tigress and her four cubs were found dead in the Malai Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary in the Chamarajanagar district of India’s southern state of Karnataka on Thursday (June 26), with officials suspecting it to be a case of poisoning. The incident is believed to have happened on Wednesday (June 25) and came to light on Thursday. The five carcasses were found in the Hoogyam range of the wildlife sanctuary. There was also a carcass of a cow nearby, reinforcing the poison theory. The tigress was believed to be around 11 years and had been first camera-trapped in November 2014 when it was 6 to 8 months old. Officials suspect that the tigress had killed a cow and dragged it inside the forest. It partially consumed the kill and left when some miscreants poisoned the carcass. When the tigress returned with her cubs and consumed it, they all died. Conservationists raise questions Conservationists have raised questions over the death of five big cats in a day in Karnataka, which has the second-highest number of tigers after Madhya Pradesh. Karnataka currently has 563 tigers. They pointed out that the state government has been dragging its feet on declaring the 906 sq km sanctuary a tiger reserve, as it will help prevent the increasing commercialisation of the area, thereby bringing down wildlife conflict with humans. Villagers resort to poisoning amid the growing conflicts with wildlife, especially cattle thefts by the big cats. After the deaths, authorities have stepped up monitoring and commenced real-time surveillance with infrared cameras and intensified patrolling with GPS-based apps and software. The M.M. Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over 906 sq km and is home to tigers, leopards, elephants, apart from a rich density of prey species. Centre sets up SIT to probe 5 tiger deaths in a day Meanwhile, the Centre has constituted a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the death of five tigers. The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change constituted a two-member SIT, comprising Harini V, Assistant Inspector General, National Tiger Conservation Authority’s regional bureau in Bengaluru, and Thenmozhi V, Aisstant Inspector General of Forests, South Region, Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. The SIT has been told to submit its report within two weeks, while the state government has been requested to provide all logistical support and assistance to the team. Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre had also issued an order setting up a six-member investigation team, led by B P Ravi, principal chief conservator of forest (EWPRT&CC) and comprising five others, including wildlife expert Sanjay Gubbi. “If negligence by forest staff is found or if the deaths were caused by electrocution, poisoning or any other reason, criminal cases would be filed,” Khandre said.

Conservationists point out that the state government has been dragging its feet on declaring the 906 sq km sanctuary a tiger reserve, as it will help prevent the increasing commercialisation of the area, thereby bringing down wildlife conflict with humans.

Tigress and her four cubs found dead in Karnataka wildlife sanctuary, Centre sets up SIT to probe

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been lashed with heavy rains in the last 24 hours at multiple locations. The intense rainfall across various parts of Jammu division has led to the rise in the water levels of Chenab river. The authorities have advised people to stay away from the banks of Chenab river in certain areas including Doda district.&nbsp;The initial reports suggested that due to heavy rains and heavy flow in the river Chenab, some people might have lost their lives in the Doda district. The authorities are working on the full details of the incident. Due to the heavy rains across the region, the water level of the Chenab river has risen, causing the Baglihar and Salal dams to overflow. To control the rising water level, the gates of both the dams have been opened to release excess water.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-answer-to-china-s-jl-3-k-6-hypersonic-missile-faster-deadlier-and-stealthier-1750998943852">India's answer to China's JL 3: Know all about the faster, deadlier and stealthier K-6 hypersonic missile</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, in Ladakh region's Kargil district, a massive flash flood and landslide were reported from the Stakpa area. The authorities said that the flash flood caused no major damages, nor was any person injured during the landslide. &nbsp;The MeT department has predicted more rains for the next 24 hours in the Jammu division. People have been advised to stay away from the water bodies as they are flowing above normal levels at multiple places.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amid-concerns-over-china-s-support-to-pakistan-during-operation-sindoor-rajnath-singh-told-sco-india-has-right-to-defend-after-pahalgam-attack-1751017652909">Amid concerns over China's support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh told SCO India has right to defend after Pahalgam attack</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, in Soura area of Srinagar, due to heavy rainfall earlier on Friday (June 27), multiple houses were affected after rainwater seeped inside their houses causing damage to the ground floors and causing inconvenience to the residents.&nbsp;

Rains lash Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh; Chenab river flows above danger level

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been lashed with heavy rains in the last 24 hours at multiple locations. The intense rainfall across various parts of Jammu division has led to the rise in the water levels of Chenab river. The authorities have advised people to stay away from the banks of Chenab river in certain areas including Doda district. The initial reports suggested that due to heavy rains and heavy flow in the river Chenab, some people might have lost their lives in the Doda district. The authorities are working on the full details of the incident. Due to the heavy rains across the region, the water level of the Chenab river has risen, causing the Baglihar and Salal dams to overflow. To control the rising water level, the gates of both the dams have been opened to release excess water. Also Read: India's answer to China's JL 3: Know all about the faster, deadlier and stealthier K-6 hypersonic missile Meanwhile, in Ladakh region's Kargil district, a massive flash flood and landslide were reported from the Stakpa area. The authorities said that the flash flood caused no major damages, nor was any person injured during the landslide. The MeT department has predicted more rains for the next 24 hours in the Jammu division. People have been advised to stay away from the water bodies as they are flowing above normal levels at multiple places. Also Read: Amid concerns over China's support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, Rajnath Singh told SCO India has right to defend after Pahalgam attack Meanwhile, in Soura area of Srinagar, due to heavy rainfall earlier on Friday (June 27), multiple houses were affected after rainwater seeped inside their houses causing damage to the ground floors and causing inconvenience to the residents.

The MeT department has predicted more rains for the next 24 hours in the Jammu division

India is ramping up its efforts to counter China's growing naval presence and expansionist ambitions in the Indian Ocean Region. It is actively countering this by increasing its naval capability. At the centre of the effort is the K-6 nuclear-capable missile, which is designed to stand toe-to-toe with China's intercontinental-range submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) JL-3.&nbsp;<h2>K-6: India's deep-sea deterrent</h2>Being developed by India's premier R&amp;D institute, Defence Research and Development Organisation, &nbsp;K-6 is still under construction in its Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad, and information is classified. Some details are revealed through media leaks, which suggest that K-6 will have a range of &nbsp;8,000 km or more, it will be hypersonic, and multiple independent targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRV) capabled, which allows multiple nuclear warheads to be sent to their independent targets from the bus at different speeds and different trajectories. This is a major technological upgrade in the K-series. It is capable of carrying conventional as well as nuclear warheads and will be guided by advanced inertial and satellite-based systems. It will be launched with Arihant-class nuclear submarines, possibly future S5-class SSBNs, with a velocity going as high as Mach 7. India already has other K-series warheads, which are equipped in the Arihant-class nuclear submarine. However, K-6 significantly increases speed.&nbsp;<h2>How does it fare with JL-3?</h2>This is the dragon's long arm with a range of 12000 km, allowing it to reach currently as far as the United States, from within its continental waters. It has a payload capacity of up to 3 megatons. It is launched from the Type 096 and upgraded Type 094A SSBNs.Similar to the K-6, the JL-3 is MIRV-capable, nuclear-armed, and guided by advanced inertial and satellite-based systems. It has been in use since 2020. It is estimated to travel at a speed of over Mach 20, making it extremely difficult to intercept.In comparison to the K-6, JL3 outpaces it; however, the increased range of K-6 puts it well within the range of strategic targets of the patrol zones in the Bay of Bengal or the southern Indian Ocean. &nbsp;In terms of pure numbers, JL-3 is much superior to K-6. However, K-6 establishes some sort of deterrence for the Chinese navy, as it puts all of them within Indian range. However, both of them are working with their submarines to perfect their stealth technology, investing in deep-sea sonar-evading designs and endurance building using air-independent propulsion and possibly nuclear-powered upgrades.&nbsp;&nbsp;

India accelerates its effort to tackle Chinese dominance in the Indian Ocean region, by actively trying to develop K-6 missiles which will significantly increase the range of Indian submarines.

India is ramping up its efforts to counter China's growing naval presence and expansionist ambitions in the Indian Ocean Region. It is actively countering this by increasing its naval capability. At the centre of the effort is the K-6 nuclear-capable missile, which is designed to stand toe-to-toe with China's intercontinental-range submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) JL-3. K-6: India's deep-sea deterrent Being developed by India's premier R&D institute, Defence Research and Development Organisation, K-6 is still under construction in its Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad, and information is classified. Some details are revealed through media leaks, which suggest that K-6 will have a range of 8,000 km or more, it will be hypersonic, and multiple independent targetable re-entry vehicles (MIRV) capabled, which allows multiple nuclear warheads to be sent to their independent targets from the bus at different speeds and different trajectories. This is a major technological upgrade in the K-series. It is capable of carrying conventional as well as nuclear warheads and will be guided by advanced inertial and satellite-based systems. It will be launched with Arihant-class nuclear submarines, possibly future S5-class SSBNs, with a velocity going as high as Mach 7. India already has other K-series warheads, which are equipped in the Arihant-class nuclear submarine. However, K-6 significantly increases speed. How does it fare with JL-3? This is the dragon's long arm with a range of 12000 km, allowing it to reach currently as far as the United States, from within its continental waters. It has a payload capacity of up to 3 megatons. It is launched from the Type 096 and upgraded Type 094A SSBNs. Similar to the K-6, the JL-3 is MIRV-capable, nuclear-armed, and guided by advanced inertial and satellite-based systems. It has been in use since 2020. It is estimated to travel at a speed of over Mach 20, making it extremely difficult to intercept. In comparison to the K-6, JL3 outpaces it; however, the increased range of K-6 puts it well within the range of strategic targets of the patrol zones in the Bay of Bengal or the southern Indian Ocean. In terms of pure numbers, JL-3 is much superior to K-6. However, K-6 establishes some sort of deterrence for the Chinese navy, as it puts all of them within Indian range. However, both of them are working with their submarines to perfect their stealth technology, investing in deep-sea sonar-evading designs and endurance building using air-independent propulsion and possibly nuclear-powered upgrades.

India accelerates its effort to tackle Chinese dominance in the Indian Ocean region, by actively trying to develop K-6 missiles which will significantly increase the range of Indian submarines.

India's answer to China's JL 3: Know all about the faster, deadlier and stealthier K-6 hypersonic missile

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