Just hours after Narendra Modi denied claims of American mediation in halting hostilities between India and Pakistan, US President Donald Trump insisted he had ... Show more
Key FactsIndia-Pakistan Ceasefire Marks Rare Shift in Trump’s Claims
1h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
- President Trump acknowledged the leaders of India and Pakistan for choosing to end a potential nuclear conflict.
- The military ceasefire was arranged directly by the armed forces of both nations following Pakistan’s request.
- India firmly rejects third-party mediation and continues its Operation Sindoor against terrorism.
- Trump emphasized upcoming trade deals with both countries despite Modi’s inability to visit the US due to scheduling conflicts.
I want to thank him for not going into the war, ending the war.— US President Donald Trump speaks about Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir and the resolution of conflict between India and Pakistan.
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Key FactsTamil Nadu Faces Deadlock Over New University Bill
Jun 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thewire.in
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thewire.in
- The state assembly passed a bill to create a university named after M. Karunanidhi, but the governor has not given assent.
- Chief Minister M.K. Stalin condemned Governor R.N. Ravi for delaying approval despite the Supreme Court's April 2025 verdict.
- The court ruled that governors cannot indefinitely block legislation supported by elected legislatures.
- Stalin indicated that the state government might compel the governor to approve the bill if delays persist.
If the Governor is one obstacle, the Union Government creates another by withholding funds and troubling us... the Governor hasn’t learnt any lessons even after the SC judgement.— M.K. Stalin made this statement at an event in Thanjavur, criticizing the delay in the governor's approval of a bill.
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The Communist Party of India (Marxist) – CPI(M) – in a solidarity meeting held in Jammu and Kashmir’s capital Srinagar today (June 17) urged the Union ... Show more
Israel’s attack on Iran and its nuclear facilities, seen against the backdrop of Tel Aviv and US President Donald Trump’s ‘unwarranted’ suspicions that Tehran ... Show more
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Key FactsAir India Cancels 66 Boeing 787 Flights Post-Crash
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: travelradar.aero
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: travelradar.aero
- Air India cancelled 66 Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights after the fatal crash of flight AI171 on June 12.
- The DGCA conducted safety inspections across the Boeing 787 fleet and found no major safety issues.
- Safety checks have been completed on 24 out of 33 aircraft, with remaining inspections scheduled soon.
- The regulator advised improved coordination and real-time defect reporting to reduce operational disruptions.
The airline was advised to strengthen internal coordination across engineering, operations, ground handling units and ensure availability of adequate spares to mitigate passenger delays resulting from such issues and strictly adhere to regulations.— DGCA addressing operational issues with Air India.
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Key FactsDeadly Bridge Collapse Strikes Pune Tourist Spot
Jun 15 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ndtv.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: ndtv.com
- A bridge over the Indrayani river near Pune collapsed, causing four tourist fatalities and several missing individuals.
- Rescue operations have saved 39 people so far, with the National Disaster Response Force actively searching for those swept away.
- The deteriorating condition of the bridge and overcrowding, including two-wheelers, contributed to the failure of the structure.
- Compensation has been announced for the families of the deceased, and medical costs for the injured will be covered by the government.
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Key FactsEscalating Conflict Between Iran and Israel
Jun 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The Israel-Iran conflict has persisted for five consecutive days with ongoing mutual attacks.
- President Trump called for Tehran residents to evacuate, condemning Iran’s refusal to accept a nuclear weapons agreement.
- G7 leaders pushed for de-escalation, insisting Iran must never obtain nuclear arms while upholding Israel’s defense rights.
- Iran reported over 220 deaths, mostly civilians, while Israel confirmed 24 civilian fatalities and nearly 3,000 evacuations.
Iran should have signed the 'deal' I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!— Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social media platform.
Key FactsIndia's Cautious Stance on SCO Israel-Iran Condemnation
Jun 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: scroll.in
- India refrained from participating in discussions on the SCO statement condemning Israel’s military actions against Iran.
- The Ministry of External Affairs reiterated India’s consistent position from June 13, 2025, advocating dialogue to reduce tensions.
- External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed international concern and urged against further escalation of hostilities.
- India maintains close relations with both Iran and Israel, advising its nationals in the area to remain cautious.
We are deeply concerned about the developments between Iran and Israel.— India expresses its concern over the situation between Iran and Israel.
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Key FactsHelicopter Crash Near Kedarnath Kills Six
Jun 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
- A helicopter accident occurred on June 15 near Gaurikund in the Kedarnath Dham area.
- The aircraft belonged to Aryan Company and was traveling from Kedarnath Dham to Phata.
- Six out of seven passengers are reported dead or missing, with adverse weather conditions blamed for the crash.
- Rescue teams including SDRF and local authorities are actively engaged in relief and recovery efforts.
Very sad news has been received about a helicopter crash in Rudraprayag district.— Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated this in a post on X while rescue operations are ongoing.
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Key FactsBlack Box Key to Air India Crash Investigation
Jun 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hindustantimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hindustantimes.com
- The nearly undamaged black box from Air India flight 171 allows data extraction to likely occur domestically.
- Advanced scans and canine units detected no explosive traces at the crash site during thorough security sweeps.
- Efforts persist to retrieve the aircraft’s tail section, housing the second black box, for comprehensive analysis.
- All debris is preserved onsite until investigators decide on relocating the wreckage to a controlled facility.
The NSG teams did not find any trace of explosives or IEDs across any debris of the Air India plane.— A police officer who requested anonymity commented on the findings of the security sweep.
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