Tension in Thane After Severed Animal Head Found in Dustbin
Tension gripped a locality in Maharashtra's Thane city after a severed animal head, suspected to be of a buffalo, was discovered in a dustbin. The incident in the Hajuri locality, Wagle Estate area, on Sunday night drew a crowd and led to demands for police action. Police defused the situation and registered an FIR against an unidentified person under sections related to outraging religious feelings and animal cruelty. Samples were sent for examination.
Key Winners Announced at the 2025 Tony Awards
The 2025 Tony Awards celebrated excellence in Broadway theatre. Notable winners included Sarah Snook for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Play for "The Picture of Dorian Gray." "Maybe Happy Ending" secured awards for Original Score and Book of a Musical. Other recognitions went to Natalie Venetia Belcon for "Buena Vista Social Club" and Jak Malone for "Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical" in featured musical roles.
Cricketer Mohammed Siraj Hails "Champion" Cristiano Ronaldo After Nations League Win
Indian cricket team pacer Mohammed Siraj shared a one-word tribute, "Champion," for football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo on Instagram. This followed Portugal's victory over Spain in the UEFA Nations League final, where Ronaldo scored an equalizer in the 61st minute, contributing to a 5-3 penalty shootout win. Siraj's post featured an image of an emotional Ronaldo after clinching the title, highlighting the global appeal of the football icon.
Manipur Tense: Prohibitory Orders in 5 Districts, Internet Cut After Meitei Leader's Arrest
Tensions remain high in Manipur following the arrest of a Meitei outfit Arambai Tenggol leader. Prohibitory orders under BNSS Section 163, banning assembly of five or more people and carrying weapons, are imposed in five Imphal valley districts: Imphal West, Imphal East, Thoubal, Bishnupur, and Kakching. Internet services are suspended. Protests saw torched tyres, clashes with security, a bus set on fire, and gheraoing of Imphal airport. Security is enhanced around Raj Bhavan.
Colombian Presidential Hopeful Miguel Uribe Critically Wounded in Campaign Rally Shooting
Colombian Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay, a 39-year-old conservative presidential candidate for the 2026 election, was shot and critically wounded during a campaign rally in Bogota's Fontibon neighborhood. Assailants shot him from behind. He is undergoing neurosurgical procedures. A 15-year-old was arrested with a firearm. The attack, condemned internationally, prompted President Petro to cancel a trip. Uribe Turbay's mother was killed in 1991 by Pablo Escobar's cartel.
Trump Deploys National Guard to LA Over Immigration Protests, Clashes with Governor Newsom
President Donald Trump deployed 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles to quell protests against immigration enforcement, overriding Governor Gavin Newsom's objections. Clashes erupted between demonstrators and Border Patrol personnel in Paramount, involving tear gas and flash-bangs. The White House cited "lawlessness," while Newsom called the deployment "purposefully inflammatory." The protests followed ICE operations that resulted in 118 arrests, part of Trump's push for mass deportations.
PM Modi: NDA Redefined Women-Led Development in 11 Years, Cites Key Schemes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that the NDA government has redefined women-led development over its 11 years in power. He highlighted women's excellence in sectors like science, sports, and armed forces. Modi cited welfare schemes like Swachh Bharat, Jan Dhan, Ujjwala Yojana, MUDRA loans, PM Awas Yojana, and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao as empowering women, noting declines in maternal mortality and increased tap water connections and cooking gas access.
FPIs Pull Rs 8,749 Crore from Indian Equities in June Amid Global Tensions
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) turned net sellers, withdrawing Rs 8,749 crore from Indian equities in June's first week, contrasting with May's Rs 19,860 crore investment. This outflow, attributed to US-China trade tensions, rising US bond yields, and an Adani Group investigation, brings the 2025 total FPI withdrawal to Rs 1.01 lakh crore. FPIs also pulled Rs 6,709 crore from debt general limit and Rs 5,974 crore from debt voluntary retention.
Horror in Delhi: 9-Year-Old Girl Found Dead in Suitcase, Sexual Assault Suspected
A 9-year-old girl was found dead, her body stuffed in a suitcase, in North East Delhi's Nehru Vihar. The incident occurred Saturday; police suspect sexual assault based on initial medical observations and visible injuries. The girl, who went to visit a relative, was found naked in a locked flat by her father. A case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and POCSO Act is registered. Police are investigating CCTV footage and seeking the accused.
Top Indian Firms Add Rs 1 Lakh Crore in Market Value; Reliance, HDFC Bank Lead Gains
Nine of India's top-10 most valued firms collectively added Rs 1,00,850.96 crore to their market valuation last week, reflecting an optimistic equity market where the BSE Sensex rose 0.90%. Reliance Industries (Rs 30,786 crore gain) and HDFC Bank (Rs 26,668 crore gain) were top gainers. Other gainers included Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, and Infosys. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) was the sole laggard, losing Rs 28,510.53 crore.
Sikkim: Helicopter Evacuation Underway for Stranded in Landslide-Hit North
The Sikkim government arranged helicopter evacuations for stranded locals and taxi drivers from Chaten in landslide-hit North Sikkim, where road connectivity is severed due to heavy rain and landslides. Responding to distress calls, the helicopter sorties began from Pakyong Greenfield Airport. This follows earlier evacuations of around 2,000 tourists stranded in Lachen, Lachung, and Chungthang due to similar adverse weather conditions, disrupting road and telecommunication links in the region.
Telangana BRS MLA Maganti Gopinath Dies at 61 After Heart Attack
Maganti Gopinath, a 61-year-old Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA from Telangana, passed away early Sunday morning at AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad. He had been undergoing treatment for four days after being admitted on June 5 due to severe chest pain, diagnosed as a massive heart attack. Gopinath, son of Maganti Krishnamurthy, had a long association with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) since its inception and had previously served as a HUDA director.
WWE Shocker: R-Truth Returns at Money in the Bank, Costs John Cena Match
WWE legend R-Truth made a shocking return at the Money in the Bank 2025 event, attacking John Cena and helping Cody Rhodes secure a win. This surprise appearance came after R-Truth recently announced his WWE contract was not being renewed. His return, met with a thunderous crowd reaction, has sparked speculation whether his departure was a storyline, a response to fan demand, or for a final run possibly involving Cena.
US Reaffirms Strong Support for India in Counter-Terrorism Efforts
The US Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, assured an all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by MP Shashi Tharoor of America's unwavering support in combating terrorism. The Indian delegation briefed US officials on the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Discussions also covered strengthening the US-India strategic partnership, including expanding trade and commercial ties to foster mutual growth and prosperity. Both sides emphasized their firm resolve against cross-border terrorism.
World Bank: India Lifts 269 Million from Extreme Poverty in 11 Years
According to latest World Bank data, India has significantly reduced its extreme poverty rate from 27.1% in 2011-12 to 5.3% in 2022-23, lifting approximately 269 million people out of extreme poverty. The number of individuals in extreme poverty dropped from 344.47 million to 75.24 million. This decline was observed across rural and urban areas, with states like Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Bihar contributing significantly to this achievement.