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The Morning Midas, a 600-foot cargo ship, sank in the North Pacific Ocean after a fire that started a few weeks ago. The ship was carrying 3,000 vehicles, including 800 electric vehicles, en route from China to Mexico. The crew was forced to abandon ship near the Aleutian Islands in Alaska. The ship sank to a depth of over 16,000 feet. The US Coast Guard has stated there’s no immediate pollution threat. Salvage vessels are on the scene to mitigate any environmental concerns. The fire’s damage, combined with rough seas, caused the ship to sink. All 22 crew members were…

AIIMS Bhubaneswar will be designated a Centre of Excellence for Sickle Cell Disease. This was revealed by Union Minister Shri Jual Oram during the World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. The minister recognized AIIMS Bhubaneswar’s commitment to providing thorough care to sickle cell patients. The facility cares for more than 700 registered Sickle Cell Disease patients, with a significant number in the 0–19 age group. The institute offers diagnostic services, treatment, and carrier screening. Prenatal diagnosis is also provided. The Indian government has a goal to eliminate Sickle Cell Anaemia by 2047, having screened millions of people. The minister took part…

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed two districts of Odisha under a red alert, effective until 3 PM Wednesday, due to anticipated severe weather conditions. The forecast includes moderate thunderstorms, lightning, and the potential for squally winds reaching 30 to 40 kmph. Moderate to intense rainfall is expected to impact parts of Mayurbhanj and Balasore districts within the next few hours. The IMD has cautioned about potential damage, including harm to thatched structures, disruption to power and communication, damage to crops and fruit trees, and the possibility of waterlogging in low-lying areas. People are advised to take shelter in…

Prithvi Shaw’s career has taken a turn, leading to his decision to depart Mumbai cricket. Concerns about his form and fitness resulted in his exclusion from key tournaments. Now, he seeks a new chapter in domestic cricket, requesting an NOC to join a different state team. Vidarbha presents a viable option for Shaw. With key players leaving, Shaw could fill the gaps in the team and contribute with his experience and attacking approach. His previous experience playing for Maharashtra and the success of former players like Karun Nair and Wasim Jaffer in Vidarbha could lead to a decision. Kerala and…

The Poco F7 5G has been introduced in India, grabbing attention with its substantial 7,550 mAh battery. Powering the device is a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset, a feature normally seen in high-end phones. It will be available in two variants: 12GB RAM with 256GB storage, and 12GB RAM with 512GB storage. The price points are Rs 31,999 and Rs 33,999 respectively. The sale of the phone begins on Flipkart on July 1. Key specs include the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and the capability to expand RAM up to 24 GB with the Turbo feature. It uses UFS 4.1…

Major Moiz Abbas, a Pakistani officer involved in the capture of Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman in 2019, has been killed in an encounter in South Waziristan. The confrontation involved a gunfight with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). Major Abbas, a 37-year-old from Chakwal, died alongside Lance Naik Jibranullah. The Pakistan Army reported that the incident resulted in the deaths of 11 TTP members. The TTP’s emergence as a threat is highlighted by this event. The officer’s role in capturing Abhinandan Varthaman during the 2019 Balakot strike is now remembered. The military standoff in 2019 arose after the Pulwama…

The Axiom-4 mission is poised to launch, carrying a crew of four to the International Space Station. Launch preparations are complete, with the Dragon spacecraft’s hatch secured and all pre-flight checks finished. The launch is scheduled for June 25 at 2:31 am EDT (Noon IST) from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, utilizing a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft. The docking is planned for June 26. The crew includes Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, Polish astronaut Slawosz Uznanski, Hungarian astronaut Tibor Kapu, and veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson as commander. The mission is particularly significant as it…

The MPV segment in India is seeing significant activity with several new launches planned. Kia is set to introduce the Clavis EV, an electric version of the Carens, which will boast both interior and exterior design updates. It may share its powertrain with the Creta Electric, resulting in a range of over 450 kilometers and the implementation of advanced safety measures. MG is also gearing up to release the all-electric M9 luxury MPV. The M9 will be available in three color options and will be sold through selected MG outlets, offering a stylish alternative. The M9 will be equipped with…

Pawan Singh, the ‘Power Star’ of Bhojpuri cinema, has been targeted in a robbery at his residence in Ara, Bihar. The burglars entered his house located in New Maruti Nagar by removing a window. They stole items estimated to be worth around 15 lakh rupees, including jewelry, along with 15,000 rupees in cash, and 30 bullets for a licensed rifle. Furthermore, the thieves made off with some costly electronic gadgets. At the time of the incident, Pawan Singh’s elder brother Ranu Singh’s in-laws were present in the house. They came to know about the theft on Tuesday morning and reported…

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai had a courtesy meeting with Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in New Delhi earlier today. Discussions were held.