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The Chhattisgarh government is advocating for an extension to the deadline for ration distribution, offering a reprieve for a vast number of ration cardholders. The current cut-off date of June 30th might be moved to July 20th, 2025, encompassing the distribution period from June through August 2025. The Food Department, under the direction of Food Minister Dayal Das Baghel, has formally requested this extension from the central government. The request cited the high volume of biometric transactions and the ongoing upgrades to the e-POS machines as contributing factors to delays in ration distribution. The state provides rations to roughly 8.1…

India’s Operation Sindhu successfully brought back over 2,500 Indian nationals from conflict-affected Iran. The evacuees have expressed their gratitude for the government’s rescue operation and safe return. Saiyada Jeniffer Rizvi described the situation in Iran as challenging, highlighting the support received from the Indian Embassy. Kasim, another evacuee, expressed his joy at returning home, complimenting the arrangements made for the evacuation. Syed Mehboob, from Ladakh, also voiced his gratitude to the embassy for their aid. A recent flight brought back 281 Indian nationals, along with three Sri Lankan and two Nepalese citizens, which takes the total number of evacuees under…

A tragic car accident in Balasore, Odisha, has resulted in the death of a man, Harekrushna Mahalik, a day before his scheduled wedding. The collision occurred on State Highway-19 near Baligohiri, involving a car and a dumper truck. Harekrushna died at the scene while on his way to pick up his sister for the upcoming wedding. His uncle, who was with him in the car, was critically injured and taken to a hospital. The wedding, which was supposed to be a joyous occasion, has been cancelled due to the untimely demise. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident…

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…