In another step forward, India to host Chinese vice minister for talks
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/in-another-step-forward-india-to-host-chinese-vice-minister-for-talks/articleshow/121762420.cms

Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong is expected to visit India this week, marking the second high-level bilateral exchange this year. Discussions will likely encompass the normalization of relations following the Ladakh standoff, including the resumption of air services and people-to-people exchanges.

After 13-day pause, monsoon set to resume northward march
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/after-13-day-pause-monsoon-set-to-resume-northward-march/articleshow/121762500.cms

India Meteorological Department and Skymet Weather Services predict monsoon revival. Monsoon's northward movement is expected to resume around June 14. Weather systems over Bay of Bengal will drive this progress. Rainfall is expected in central and eastern India. Heatwave conditions in northern India will likely ease. Strengthening monsoon winds will bring relief to South Maharashtra, Kerala and Karnataka.

In Delhi, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, educated middle-class put off childbirth
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/in-delhi-kerala-tamil-nadu-educated-middle-class-put-off-childbirth/articleshow/121762535.cms

A UN report reveals India's declining fertility rate alongside barriers to reproductive freedom, creating a "high-low duality." While some states grapple with unintended pregnancies due to limited access and gender norms, others face below-replacement fertility driven by financial constraints and work-life conflicts. The focus should shift to fulfilling reproductive goals by empowering individuals to make informed choices.

Delhi lawyer jailed: SC rejects mercy plea; told to surrender in two weeks
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/lawyer-jailed-for-abusing-judicial-officer/articleshow/121762573.cms

The Supreme Court has sentenced an advocate, Sanjay Rathod, to 18 months in jail for using abusive language to insult a female judicial officer in a Delhi courtroom back in 2015.

Students raise serious concerns over errors in NEET-UG papers
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/students-raise-serious-concerns-over-errors-in-neet-ug-papers/articleshow/121762602.cms

NEET-UG 2025 faced scrutiny after the May 4 exam. Candidates reported faulty booklets with jumbled pages in Sikar and Gujarat. Some students marked wrong answers due to the incorrect sequence. Guardians filed complaints with the Gujarat government and NTA. NTA declined to comment on the Sikar case. Concerns also arose about out-of-syllabus questions.

Proud of how MPs advocated India's voice, says PM Modi
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/proud-of-how-mps-advocated-indias-voice-says-pm-modi/articleshow/121762608.cms

PM Narendra Modi praised the multi-party delegations. They represented India in global capitals after Operation Sindoor. This operation targeted terrorist hubs in Pakistan and PoK. The delegations conveyed India's commitment to peace. They also highlighted the need to eradicate terrorism. Shashi Tharoor noted the PM's positive reception. MPs suggested making such visits a regular practice.

ED locks Rs 100 crore properties in Muda scam, total now Rs 400 crore
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ed-locks-rs-100-crore-properties-in-muda-scam-total-now-rs-400-crore/articleshow/121762829.cms

The Enforcement Directorate has attached 92 properties worth ₹100 crore in Mysuru, linked to an alleged urban development authority site scam. This follows an earlier seizure of ₹300 crore worth of sites, bringing the total value to ₹400 crore.

One year to World Cup, are Tuchel's England regressing after Southgate era?
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cx27z1l5pdzo

No discernible plan. No identity. No improvement. With one year until the World Cup, how far off are Thomas Tuchel's England?

CCTV, eyewitnesses unable to explain Mumbra deaths, CR sets up probe panel
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/cctv-eyewitnesses-unable-to-explain-mumbra-deaths-cr-sets-up-probe-panel/articleshow/121761177.cms

Central Railway is investigating the Mumbra tragedy, where four commuters died and ten were injured after falling from or inside local trains. The cause remains undetermined due to lack of clear CCTV footage and conflicting eyewitness accounts. A five-member committee is exploring possibilities like overcrowding, bag interference, and loss of balance.

Pitbull: Seeing fans dressed as me is priceless
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq85j7324lzo

The 44-year-old American singer says he loves the trend of fans dressing up as him on tour.

Weather still a factor: Last call on Shubhanshu Shukla's Axiom-4 launch early today
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/weather-still-a-factor-last-call-on-shubhanshu-shuklas-axiom-4-launch-early-today/articleshow/121762860.cms

The Axiom-4 mission, piloted by Shubhanshu Shukla, is still scheduled for launch on Wednesday at 5.30pm IST, pending a final weather assessment. While wind conditions are expected to improve, the possibility of showers remains a concern. SpaceX engineers discovered and addressed a liquid oxygen leak and a thrust vector control issue during Falcon-9 testing, reinforcing the company's commitment to safety.

Sting says governments have neglected the North East for decades
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr58j9g5233o

The musician is says he is donating an undisclosed amount to the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

Ban on 'no ball games' signs suggested to get kids off screens
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c39xegx41xko

Experts say outdoor play in England has declined by 50% and are calling for urgent change.

Twix ad banned for encouraging unsafe driving
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y5ez8189lo

The video advert shows a car chase that ends with two caramel-coloured cars on top of each other.

Austrians hold vigil to mourn 10 victims of school shooting
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ced27g4e6xwo

Number of victims rises after injured female dies in hospital as police say shooter was former student.

Scrap Chagos Islands deal and agree new one, UN panel urges UK
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cyvmz0q0335o

A UN human rights panel says the deal "fails to guarantee" the rights of Chagossians.

Fireworks and bottles thrown at police as Ballymena violence flares for second night
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0k3le25r8ro

Police say a number of homes and businesses were attacked as violence erupted again on Tuesday night.

French Open champ Coco Gauff 'surprised' by Aryna Sabalenka's comments after loss in final
https://www.foxnews.com/sports/french-open-champ-coco-gauff-surprised-aryna-sabalenkas-comments-after-finals-loss

U.S. tennis star Coco Gauff said she was "surprised" after hearing Aryna Sabalenka's remarks after Gauff defeated Sabalenka in the French Open final.

Elizabeth Hurley poses nude to celebrate her 60th birthday
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/elizabeth-hurley-poses-nude-celebrate-her-60th-birthday

Elizabeth Hurley posted nude photos of herself sitting in a field to celebrate her 60th birthday. On this milestone birthday, the actress reflected on her many career accomplishments.

US Attorney Alina Habba announces Rep. McIver hit with federal charges over Newark ICE clash
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/us-attorney-alina-habba-announces-rep-mciver-hit-federal-charges-over-newark-ice-clash

Rep. LaMonica McIver indicted for allegedly obstructing federal agents during a Newark ICE facility clash; her team calls it political retaliation.

New Hampshire enacts universal school choice, joining other states across the US
https://www.foxnews.com/media/new-hampshire-enacts-universal-school-choice-joining-other-states-across-us

Gov. Kelly Ayotte on Tuesday signed into law an expansion of New Hampshire’s school voucher program, removing the income eligibility restrictions that had defined the program.