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The family of Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, pilot of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), will meet with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. The meeting will be attended by Shukla’s parents and sister. Shukla is the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS) since 1984. The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying Shukla and other astronauts successfully docked at the ISS. The mission involves scientific research, including joint experiments between NASA and ISRO. Shukla, in a live interaction from orbit, expressed his excitement about the launch and the experience of being in space.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that India is in contact with China regarding economic and trade matters, specifically addressing supply chain challenges related to rare earth materials. During a weekly briefing, the MEA spokesperson, Jaiswal, stated that discussions are ongoing with Chinese officials in Delhi and Beijing to streamline the rare earth supply chain. Additionally, the MEA is engaged with China on multiple economic and trade issues. The Commerce Secretary also emphasized India’s commitment to addressing the issue of rare earth minerals, engaging with China commercially and diplomatically to secure essential imports. The government is collaborating with…

Priyanka Chopra has denied making a statement about choosing a wife, which was widely shared on social media. The quote, which promoted manners over virginity, was falsely attributed to her. Chopra emphasized the problem of misinformation and the ease with which it spreads online. She stated the quote was not hers and cautioned against believing everything seen online. Chopra’s upcoming film ‘Heads of State’ is set to be released soon.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced sweeping rule changes across all formats of the game. While some changes are already in effect, white-ball cricket will see the official introduction of these changes on July 2nd. A key highlight is the introduction of the stop clock in Test cricket, mirroring its use in white-ball formats. Fielding teams will now have to begin a new over within 60 seconds. Penalties will be applied for delays. Umpires now have exclusive authority to determine ball changes. DRS protocols see adjustments regarding scenarios of caught behind. The order of appeals are assessed chronologically. Fairness…

AIIMS Bhubaneswar has achieved a notable position in the India Today-MDRA Best Medical Colleges Survey 2025, securing the 12th rank among the leading medical colleges in India. The institute has also been ranked 2nd among the top emerging medical colleges, demonstrating its rising prominence in healthcare and education. The survey, conducted by India Today in partnership with MDRA, assessed institutions based on several factors including intake quality, academic excellence, infrastructure, personal and leadership development, and career advancement opportunities. Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, acknowledged the achievement as a result of the institute’s commitment to excellence and its…

The political dynamics in Jharkhand are shifting, with the focus increasingly centered on Santhal Pargana. Recent statements from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) suggest a conditional relationship with the Congress party, primarily regarding its influence in the Santhal Pargana region. JMM leader Suprio Bhattacharya stated that Congress’s political presence in Santhal Pargana is dependent on JMM’s support. He emphasized the strong support JMM enjoys among the people of Santhal. This statement suggests that the Congress’s success in the region is inextricably linked to the JMM’s influence. In response, the Congress highlighted its own electoral victories in Santhal Pargana and called…

The Chhattisgarh High Court has sided with the authorities in the ongoing probe into the multi-crore liquor scam, dealing a blow to businessman Vijay Bhatia. The court rejected the criminal writ petition filed by Bhatia. A division bench, led by Chief Justice Ramesh Kumar Sinha, heard the case on Thursday. Representing Bhatia, senior advocate Meenakshi Arora argued that the ACB had arrested Bhatia without first issuing a summons. The ACB’s counsel, Saurabh Pandey, countered, stating that the agency had interrogated nearly 300 witnesses and amassed substantial evidence. He also noted that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) had handed over Bhatia to…

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, serving as mission pilot on the Ax-4 mission, shared his initial experiences in space during a live update from the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. Shukla described the launch as an exceptional experience, focusing on the sensation of weightlessness. He said he was thrilled to be with his fellow astronauts. Recounting the moment of launch, Shukla said it was something else entirely. Shukla also expressed his gratitude towards the mission team, highlighting the achievement as a collective effort. The team is composed of astronauts from multiple countries and will be docking with the ISS for up to 14…

Maaman, the Tamil film starring Soori and Rajkiran, is set to make its digital debut. The Prasanth Pandiyaraj-directed family drama, which premiered in theaters on May 16, 2025, won over viewers with its mix of comedy and touching moments. The film’s success resulted in a box office collection of 40 crores. The OTT release date for Maaman has been set for June 27, 2025, on Zee5. The film will be available in multiple languages, including Tamil and Telugu. The cast also includes Aishwarya Lekshmi, Rajkiran, Swasika, Bala Saravanan, Baba Bhaskar, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, and Geetha Kailasam. K. Kumar produced…

Reliance Jio has introduced a ₹1028 recharge plan, designed to provide significant value to its prepaid customers. The plan’s key feature is a ₹50 cashback. The plan offers a daily allowance of 2GB of data, along with unlimited calling and 100 SMS per day. In addition to these core benefits, subscribers will also receive access to Jio’s Unlimited offers, which include Jio Hotstar access for 90 days and 50GB of free AI cloud storage. The validity of this plan is 84 days, totaling 168GB of high-speed data. Furthermore, users will get a 3-month subscription to Swiggy One Lite, which includes…