Ahmedabad: Teen whose crash video went viral questioned by cops
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/cops-question-teen-over-viral-ai-plane-crash-video/articleshow/121854850.cms
Aryan Asari, a 17-year-old from Aravalli, was questioned by Ahmedabad police regarding a viral video of the Air India flight 171 crash. The video, showing the plane's descent and explosion, quickly spread online. Aryan, residing near the runway, stated he didn't film it but screen-recorded it from a friend before sharing it with his father.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/cops-question-teen-over-viral-ai-plane-crash-video/articleshow/121854850.cms
Aryan Asari, a 17-year-old from Aravalli, was questioned by Ahmedabad police regarding a viral video of the Air India flight 171 crash. The video, showing the plane's descent and explosion, quickly spread online. Aryan, residing near the runway, stated he didn't film it but screen-recorded it from a friend before sharing it with his father.
Amid bid to rebuild China ties, Rajnath Singh to attend SCO meet
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/amid-bid-to-rebuild-china-ties-rajnath-singh-to-attend-sco-meet/articleshow/121854871.cms
Defence minister Rajnath Singh will visit China for the SCO defence ministers' meet amid ongoing efforts to stabilize bilateral ties, though de-escalation along the LAC remains elusive. He is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, marking his first visit to China as defence minister.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/amid-bid-to-rebuild-china-ties-rajnath-singh-to-attend-sco-meet/articleshow/121854871.cms
Defence minister Rajnath Singh will visit China for the SCO defence ministers' meet amid ongoing efforts to stabilize bilateral ties, though de-escalation along the LAC remains elusive. He is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, marking his first visit to China as defence minister.
Andhra Pradesh: Sweeper performs delivery on woman; baby dies
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/andhra-pradesh-sweeper-performs-delivery-on-woman-baby-dies/articleshow/121854999.cms
In Kakinada district, a newborn's death at a community health center sparked protests after allegations that a sanitary worker performed the delivery. Family members claimed negligence, while health officials denied the worker delivered the baby. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the circumstances surrounding the infant's death, attributed to meconium aspiration syndrome.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/andhra-pradesh-sweeper-performs-delivery-on-woman-baby-dies/articleshow/121854999.cms
In Kakinada district, a newborn's death at a community health center sparked protests after allegations that a sanitary worker performed the delivery. Family members claimed negligence, while health officials denied the worker delivered the baby. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the circumstances surrounding the infant's death, attributed to meconium aspiration syndrome.
Breach of privilege proceedings set to begin in Kunal Kamra case
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/breach-of-privilege-proceedings-set-to-begin-in-kunal-kamra-case/articleshow/121855048.cms
Maharashtra Legislative Council Chairperson Ram Shinde has admitted a breach of privilege motion against comedian Kunal Kamra for his parody song referencing Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. BJP MLC Pravin Darekar moved the motion, which has now been referred to the privilege committee. Ram Shinde stated the committee will decide on issuing a notice to Kamra.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/breach-of-privilege-proceedings-set-to-begin-in-kunal-kamra-case/articleshow/121855048.cms
Maharashtra Legislative Council Chairperson Ram Shinde has admitted a breach of privilege motion against comedian Kunal Kamra for his parody song referencing Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. BJP MLC Pravin Darekar moved the motion, which has now been referred to the privilege committee. Ram Shinde stated the committee will decide on issuing a notice to Kamra.
IED blast kills CRPF jawan near Jharkhand border in Odisha
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ied-blast-kills-crpf-jawan-near-jharkhand-border-in-odisha/articleshow/121855140.cms
A CRPF assistant sub-inspector, Satyaban Kumar Singh, lost his life in an IED explosion in Odisha's Sundargarh district during an area domination exercise near the Jharkhand border. The incident occurred in Saranda forest around 6 am, with suspicion falling on Maoists for planting the device. The operation was initiated following intelligence regarding Maoist activity in the region.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/ied-blast-kills-crpf-jawan-near-jharkhand-border-in-odisha/articleshow/121855140.cms
A CRPF assistant sub-inspector, Satyaban Kumar Singh, lost his life in an IED explosion in Odisha's Sundargarh district during an area domination exercise near the Jharkhand border. The incident occurred in Saranda forest around 6 am, with suspicion falling on Maoists for planting the device. The operation was initiated following intelligence regarding Maoist activity in the region.
The Papers: 'Best of Britain' and the country on a 'war footing'
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg7g5127jlo
The Trooping of the Colour captures the attention of the newspapers this Sunday.
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The Trooping of the Colour captures the attention of the newspapers this Sunday.
Rajasthan: Labourer's mud house turns village's hub of joy after NEET feat
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/labourers-mud-house-turns-villages-hub-of-joy-after-neet-feat/articleshow/121855199.cms
Shrawan Kumar, a 19-year-old from a humble background in Rajasthan, has cleared NEET, securing a commendable rank in the OBC category. Despite working in a factory and his parents washing dishes to make ends meet, he excelled in his studies. Access to electricity and a smartphone with internet, along with free NEET coaching, proved transformative in his journey.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/labourers-mud-house-turns-villages-hub-of-joy-after-neet-feat/articleshow/121855199.cms
Shrawan Kumar, a 19-year-old from a humble background in Rajasthan, has cleared NEET, securing a commendable rank in the OBC category. Despite working in a factory and his parents washing dishes to make ends meet, he excelled in his studies. Access to electricity and a smartphone with internet, along with free NEET coaching, proved transformative in his journey.
Gunmen kill at least 100 in north-central Nigeria village attack, says Amnesty
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/gunmen-kill-at-least-100-in-north-central-nigeria-village-attack-says-amnesty/articleshow/121855341.cms
Dozens missing, homes torched, and hundreds wounded in overnight massacre in Benue state; rights group and police confirm attack
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/rest-of-world/gunmen-kill-at-least-100-in-north-central-nigeria-village-attack-says-amnesty/articleshow/121855341.cms
Dozens missing, homes torched, and hundreds wounded in overnight massacre in Benue state; rights group and police confirm attack
Iran launches fresh missile barrage; Israel hits back; 14 injured in Tehran strikes
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/iran-launches-fresh-missile-barrage-on-israel-tel-aviv-hits-back-with-airstrikes-on-tehran-at-least-14-injured-as-israeli-residential-areas-targeted/articleshow/121855380.cms
Iran launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel, hitting residential areas and prompting retaliatory airstrikes on Tehran. Explosions and sirens echoed across Israel, with reports of injuries and damage to buildings. In response to the Israeli strikes, Iran activated its air defenses, escalating tensions between the two nations.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/iran-launches-fresh-missile-barrage-on-israel-tel-aviv-hits-back-with-airstrikes-on-tehran-at-least-14-injured-as-israeli-residential-areas-targeted/articleshow/121855380.cms
Iran launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israel, hitting residential areas and prompting retaliatory airstrikes on Tehran. Explosions and sirens echoed across Israel, with reports of injuries and damage to buildings. In response to the Israeli strikes, Iran activated its air defenses, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Air India crash: 'Thrust not achieved...falling... Mayday', AI pilot's last words
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/air-india-plane-crash-thrust-not-achieved-falling-mayday-ai-pilots-last-words/articleshow/121855487.cms
Air India Flight 171 crashed into a hostel in Ahmedabad after a failed take-off. The pilot's distress call indicated a lack of thrust moments before the crash. Investigators are analyzing the black box to determine the cause of the thrust failure, as initial assessments found no prior warnings or anomalies during the take-off roll.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/air-india-plane-crash-thrust-not-achieved-falling-mayday-ai-pilots-last-words/articleshow/121855487.cms
Air India Flight 171 crashed into a hostel in Ahmedabad after a failed take-off. The pilot's distress call indicated a lack of thrust moments before the crash. Investigators are analyzing the black box to determine the cause of the thrust failure, as initial assessments found no prior warnings or anomalies during the take-off roll.
No perfect scores in NEET-UG '25, cutoffs dip; Rajasthan boy is AIR 1
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/no-perfect-scores-in-neet-ug-25-cutoffs-dip-rajasthan-boy-is-air-1/articleshow/121855518.cms
NEET-UG 2025 results reveal a tougher exam as no candidate achieved a perfect score, with Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan topping at 686. Cut-offs have declined across categories, and Delhi's Avika Aggarwal is the highest-scoring woman. Out of 22.09 lakh test-takers, 12.36 lakh qualified, fewer than last year. Uttar Pradesh had the highest number of qualifiers, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/no-perfect-scores-in-neet-ug-25-cutoffs-dip-rajasthan-boy-is-air-1/articleshow/121855518.cms
NEET-UG 2025 results reveal a tougher exam as no candidate achieved a perfect score, with Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan topping at 686. Cut-offs have declined across categories, and Delhi's Avika Aggarwal is the highest-scoring woman. Out of 22.09 lakh test-takers, 12.36 lakh qualified, fewer than last year. Uttar Pradesh had the highest number of qualifiers, followed by Maharashtra and Rajasthan.
Man held for murder in Australia in 2003 got passport only in 2016, discharged
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/man-held-for-murder-in-australia-in-2003-got-passport-only-in-2016-discharged/articleshow/121855662.cms
Mohammed Basheeruddin, arrested in Delhi last month in connection with a 2003 murder in Redfern, Australia, has been discharged by a Delhi court due to mistaken identity. Forensic reports revealed that Basheeruddin's fingerprints did not match those of the actual murderer, Bashiruddin Mohd. His lawyer presented evidence that Basheeruddin had never traveled to Australia, further supporting his innocence.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/man-held-for-murder-in-australia-in-2003-got-passport-only-in-2016-discharged/articleshow/121855662.cms
Mohammed Basheeruddin, arrested in Delhi last month in connection with a 2003 murder in Redfern, Australia, has been discharged by a Delhi court due to mistaken identity. Forensic reports revealed that Basheeruddin's fingerprints did not match those of the actual murderer, Bashiruddin Mohd. His lawyer presented evidence that Basheeruddin had never traveled to Australia, further supporting his innocence.
Together since Class 6, six boys become Army officers
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/together-since-class-6-six-boys-become-army-officers/articleshow/121856015.cms
Six young men from Manipur, who have been together since Class 6 at Sainik School in Imphal, were commissioned as Army officers after training at NDA and IMA. These Lieutenants, from humble backgrounds, cleared the NDA exam together in 2021.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/together-since-class-6-six-boys-become-army-officers/articleshow/121856015.cms
Six young men from Manipur, who have been together since Class 6 at Sainik School in Imphal, were commissioned as Army officers after training at NDA and IMA. These Lieutenants, from humble backgrounds, cleared the NDA exam together in 2021.
Urgent checks on AI's 787 fleet: Aviation minister
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/urgent-checks-on-ais-787-fleet-aviation-minister/articleshow/121856260.cms
Following the recent Air India crash, the airline's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet is undergoing urgent safety checks as directed by the DGCA. The government has formed a high-level committee to investigate the crash and recommend aviation safety reforms, with a report due by September 13. Air India will provide interim compensation to the families of the deceased and the survivor.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/urgent-checks-on-ais-787-fleet-aviation-minister/articleshow/121856260.cms
Following the recent Air India crash, the airline's Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet is undergoing urgent safety checks as directed by the DGCA. The government has formed a high-level committee to investigate the crash and recommend aviation safety reforms, with a report due by September 13. Air India will provide interim compensation to the families of the deceased and the survivor.
PM Modi to begin 3-nation tour from Cyprus today
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pm-modi-to-begin-3-nation-tour-from-cyprus-today/articleshow/121856468.cms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a three-nation tour, starting with Cyprus, marking the first visit by an Indian PM since 2002. He will then attend the G7 Summit in Canada, engaging in bilateral meetings, including a potential encounter with US President Trump.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pm-modi-to-begin-3-nation-tour-from-cyprus-today/articleshow/121856468.cms
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a three-nation tour, starting with Cyprus, marking the first visit by an Indian PM since 2002. He will then attend the G7 Summit in Canada, engaging in bilateral meetings, including a potential encounter with US President Trump.
Communal unrest: 38 arrested in Assam's Dhubri
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/communal-unrest-38-arrested-in-assams-dhubri/articleshow/121856944.cms
In Assam's Dhubri, communal unrest erupted after cattle remains were found near temples during Eid. Authorities imposed shoot-on-sight orders at night and arrested 38 individuals. Chief Minister Sarma, after visiting Dhubri, reported the discovery of secessionist group posters advocating for merger with Bangladesh.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/communal-unrest-38-arrested-in-assams-dhubri/articleshow/121856944.cms
In Assam's Dhubri, communal unrest erupted after cattle remains were found near temples during Eid. Authorities imposed shoot-on-sight orders at night and arrested 38 individuals. Chief Minister Sarma, after visiting Dhubri, reported the discovery of secessionist group posters advocating for merger with Bangladesh.
Rajasthan boy overcomes self-doubt to script NEET success story
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rajasthan-boy-overcomes-self-doubt-to-script-neet-success-story/articleshow/121857032.cms
Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan, a Hindi-medium student, defied expectations by topping NEET-UG 2025 with a 99.9 percentile score. Initially hesitant to pursue science due to language concerns, Mahesh overcame self-doubt with hard work and determination. His family revealed his initial inclination towards humanities, but his sister's encouragement led him to medicine.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/rajasthan-boy-overcomes-self-doubt-to-script-neet-success-story/articleshow/121857032.cms
Mahesh Kumar from Rajasthan, a Hindi-medium student, defied expectations by topping NEET-UG 2025 with a 99.9 percentile score. Initially hesitant to pursue science due to language concerns, Mahesh overcame self-doubt with hard work and determination. His family revealed his initial inclination towards humanities, but his sister's encouragement led him to medicine.
After April 22 terror attack, 16 Jammu & Kashmir's tourist spots reopen
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/after-april-22-terror-attack-16-jammu-and-kashmirs-tourist-spots-reopen/articleshow/121857214.cms
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 16 tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir, out of the 48 closed after the Pahalgam terror attack. Eight destinations in the Valley and eight in Jammu will reopen from June 17, following appeals from political leaders and tourism stakeholders. The decision aims to restore normalcy, with further reopenings planned after security assessments.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/after-april-22-terror-attack-16-jammu-and-kashmirs-tourist-spots-reopen/articleshow/121857214.cms
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announced the reopening of 16 tourist destinations in Jammu and Kashmir, out of the 48 closed after the Pahalgam terror attack. Eight destinations in the Valley and eight in Jammu will reopen from June 17, following appeals from political leaders and tourism stakeholders. The decision aims to restore normalcy, with further reopenings planned after security assessments.
Khamenei 'not off limits': Israel ups the ante; Iran conflict enters new phase
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/khamenei-not-off-limits-israel-ups-the-ante-iran-conflict-enters-new-phase-as-strikes-continue/articleshow/121857172.cms
A senior Israeli official hinted that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could be targeted as Israel intensifies its campaign against Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. This marks a shift towards potentially dismantling Iran's leadership. Recent strikes, including at Natanz, have reportedly inflicted substantial damage, while Iran retaliates with missile attacks, escalating regional tensions and raising global concerns.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/khamenei-not-off-limits-israel-ups-the-ante-iran-conflict-enters-new-phase-as-strikes-continue/articleshow/121857172.cms
A senior Israeli official hinted that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could be targeted as Israel intensifies its campaign against Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. This marks a shift towards potentially dismantling Iran's leadership. Recent strikes, including at Natanz, have reportedly inflicted substantial damage, while Iran retaliates with missile attacks, escalating regional tensions and raising global concerns.
13 dead in 15 days as 'toxic drain' sparks health crisis in UP village
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/13-dead-in-15-days-as-toxic-drain-sparks-health-crisis-in-up-village/articleshow/121857462.cms
In Baghpat's Budhpur village, thirteen deaths in the last 15 days are raising concerns about water contamination from industrial waste. Locals attribute the fatalities, mainly from heart issues and kidney failure, to polluted groundwater. Officials have acknowledged the issue, prompting medical screenings and calls for accountability from pollution control bodies.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/13-dead-in-15-days-as-toxic-drain-sparks-health-crisis-in-up-village/articleshow/121857462.cms
In Baghpat's Budhpur village, thirteen deaths in the last 15 days are raising concerns about water contamination from industrial waste. Locals attribute the fatalities, mainly from heart issues and kidney failure, to polluted groundwater. Officials have acknowledged the issue, prompting medical screenings and calls for accountability from pollution control bodies.