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A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, forced to make an emergency landing at Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, is still grounded nearly three weeks later. With repair efforts failing, the UK is now preparing for a rare recovery — airlifting the fifth-generation fighter using a massive C-17 Globemaster aircraft. The jet, part of the Royal Navy fleet and stationed on HMS Prince of Wales in the Indo-Pacific, diverted mid-mission on June 15 after bad weather ruled out a carrier landing. Though the pilot landed safely, the aircraft later developed a technical snag, which UK officials have described as an “engineering issue.”…

Indian music icon Arijit Singh has become the most-followed artist on Spotify globally, overtaking international stars like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Billie Eilish, and The Weeknd. This is the third time Arijit has reached the No. 1 spot. As of July 1, 2025, he had 151 million followers, while Taylor Swift stood at 139 million. Indian Songs Leading Global StreamsArijit’s rise on Spotify has been backed by consistently high-performing tracks. Earlier hits like Tum Hi Ho, Kesariya, and Tum Kya Mile remain popular, while new songs such as Dhun from Saiyara and Jaane Tu from Chhaava have also become top-streamed tracks this year. Outpacing Western Music GiantsSingh now leads a list of…

Adani Airports CEO Arun Bansal announced that passengers can now access airport lounges directly through Adani Airports’ digital platform, eliminating the need for third-party aggregators. This new system removes the requirement for vouchers, membership cards, or external verification. Tech-Driven Integration for Seamless AccessThe lounge access service has been developed by Adani’s in-house digital lab. It integrates with airport systems and passenger data to enable real-time identity verification. This tech-driven solution allows flyers to walk into lounges with instant authentication, providing a smoother and more secure experience. aviio App Powers the Digital ShiftIn early 2024, Adani Airports Holdings Limited (AAHL) launched…

The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), based in Uran, Navi Mumbai, has become the first port in India to surpass 10 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in container handling capacity. This milestone follows recent infrastructure upgrades, bringing the port’s capacity to 10.4 million TEUs across five container terminals. Handles Over Half of India’s Container Traffic JNPA currently manages more than half of India’s total container traffic. In 2024, the port processed 7.05 million TEUs. During the first two months of the financial year 2025–26, it handled 15.39 million tonnes of containers and 16.64 million tonnes of overall cargo. Comparison with…

massive global drug trafficking network under Operation Med Max. The crackdown, led by the NCB with support from multiple national and international agencies, uncovered a pharma-smuggling cartel operating across four continents and over ten countries. Eight arrests were made, and 48 drug consignments were seized, triggering further action in the US and Australia. Breakthrough from a Routine Vehicle Check The operation began on May 25, when NCB officials conducted a routine check near Mandi House in Delhi. Two individuals carrying 3.7 kg of Tramadol tablets were arrested. Both were pharmacy graduates who admitted to running an online drug operation through…

Soham Parekh, an Indian software engineer, is facing serious allegations in Silicon Valley after Suhail Doshi, co-founder of Mixpanel and Playground AI, accused him of secretly working for multiple startups at the same time. Doshi made the accusations public on social media, stating that Parekh misled teams and founders by not disclosing his involvement in three to four early-stage companies simultaneously. Questionable Resume and Integrity Concerns Doshi questioned the authenticity of Parekh’s professional profile, claiming that 90% of his resume appeared fake and that many linked references were inactive. He also revealed that he had tried to guide Parekh towards…

While the princely era of India is often remembered for its opulence, with rulers like Mir Osman Ali Khan making global headlines for their enormous fortunes, another king quietly shaped history through progressive leadership. Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, ruler of Mysore, may not be as widely known, but his legacy in education, social reform, infrastructure, and culture remains deeply rooted in Indian history. His wealth, estimated at ₹57,901 crore in today’s value, was largely directed toward the betterment of society. Early Life and Education Born on June 4, 1884, in Mysore Palace, Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV ascended the throne at the…

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the RailOne mobile application on Tuesday, aiming to simplify the travel experience for passengers by offering a wide range of railway-related services in a single digital platform. The launch took place during the 40th Foundation Day celebrations of the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS). One App for Multiple Services RailOne serves as an all-in-one platform offering services such as ticket booking (reserved, unreserved, and platform tickets), PNR and train enquiries, journey planning, onboard meal booking, and rail help services. Additionally, the app includes enquiry options related to freight operations. According to the Railway Ministry,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Ghana’s national honour, the Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana, by President John Dramani Mahama. The award recognises Modi’s distinguished statesmanship and influential global leadership, according to a statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). During the ceremony at Kotoka International Airport in Accra, PM Modi accepted the award on behalf of 1.4 billion Indians. He dedicated the honour to the aspirations of India’s youth, the country’s cultural richness and diversity, and the enduring friendship between Ghana and India. Strengthening Bilateral Ties PM Modi emphasised that the award deepens the…

Fuselage Innovations, a deep-tech startup known for its advanced drone technologies, has been granted the prestigious 80-IAC Tax Exemption Certificate by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This certification is part of the Government of India’s Startup India initiative and places the company among an elite group of fewer than 200 startups nationwide to earn this recognition in 2025. The 80-IAC certificate offers a 100% income tax exemption on profits for any three consecutive financial years within the first ten years of a startup’s incorporation. This incentive is aimed at easing…