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Tragedy struck in Santa Catarina, Brazil, as a hot-air balloon burst into flames and crashed, resulting in the deaths of eight people. The accident unfolded in Praia Grande, a region renowned for its hot-air balloon rides over stunning canyon vistas. The fire erupted mid-air, leading to the balloon’s descent, which took place shortly after 8 am local time. Of the 21 individuals onboard, 13 managed to survive and were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. Rescue teams, including firefighters and emergency personnel, responded promptly to the scene. The circumstances surrounding the crash are being investigated by authorities, with Governor Jorginho…

The Marathi film fraternity is reeling from the unexpected passing of actor Tushar Ghadigaonkar, who died by suicide at 32. The incident occurred on June 20, 2025, sending shockwaves across the industry. There are reports indicating that the actor had been facing professional challenges due to limited work opportunities. Actor Ankur Wadve shared the news on social media, reflecting on the loss and expressing his pain. His message highlighted the impact of Ghadigaonkar’s death on those who knew him. Ghadigaonkar made his mark in the Marathi entertainment landscape, with roles in films and shows including ‘Man Kasturi Re’, ‘Clove Mirchi’,…

The gaming world is buzzing with leaks of an Xbox-branded VR headset, developed in collaboration with Meta. Dubbed the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, the device appears to be a rebadged Meta Quest 3S, sporting an Xbox color scheme, an Xbox controller, an Elite strap and a three-month subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Set to retail at $399, the headset will offer 128GB of storage and could launch as early as June 24. This move signifies Microsoft’s focus on expanding its Xbox presence through partnerships, similar to the recently announced Asus ROG Xbox Ally. Designed as a more accessible…

India’s innings of 471 runs set a promising stage for victory in the Headingley Test. England’s innings started poorly after rain, with Zak Crawley dismissed early. The tide began to turn when Ravindra Jadeja, renowned for his fielding prowess, made a costly error by dropping a catch from Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling, which allowed Ben Duckett to continue his innings. The missed opportunity allowed England to build a crucial partnership. India’s fielding struggles were evident across the board, with Bumrah and captain Shubman Gill also making fielding errors. With England at 97/1, the focus is on India’s bowlers to break the…

An amusing and unfortunate incident occurred on a SpiceJet flight, where a passenger was confined to the lavatory throughout the journey from Mumbai to Bengaluru. The airline has issued an apology and reportedly offered compensation. The event has captured the public’s attention. The passenger was freed after the plane landed in Bengaluru. Ground staff and engineers were able to open the locked toilet door. The flight, originally scheduled to depart at 10:55 PM, took off from Mumbai at 2:10 AM. Shortly after takeoff, a passenger in seat 14D entered the restroom and found themselves locked inside due to a faulty…

The political and familial turmoil surrounding Lalu Prasad Yadav’s family continues to escalate. Tej Pratap Yadav, the former Chief Minister’s son, has signaled a potential move to the Supreme Court, suggesting he intends to take legal action. He posted a message on X, hinting that he would ‘end what they started.’ This follows his expulsion from the RJD by his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav, with reports indicating he was also ostracized from the family. The expulsion was attributed to Tej Pratap’s public actions. The post included a photograph of Tej Pratap looking at his father’s image. Tej Pratap’s translated message…

Several states are experiencing the monsoon season. Delhi has been issued a yellow alert for the next four days, with heavy rainfall and strong winds expected on Saturday. The maximum temperature for Saturday is forecast to be 35 degrees Celsius. The IMD has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across India. Madhya Pradesh will likely see heavy rain from June 21 to 25. West Bengal and Sikkim can expect thunderstorms and rain from June 21 to 22. Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand may see heavy rainfall today. Bihar is forecasted to receive heavy rainfall from June 24 to 26, and…

Mungeli district headquarters hosted a mass yoga session on International Yoga Day, with Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao leading the event. He participated in the yoga practice alongside MLA Punnu Lal Mohle and senior officials from the district administration. The event, themed “Yoga Sangam, Harit Yoga”, marked the 11th International Yoga Day and took place at the Adarsh Krishi Upaj Mandi complex in Mungeli. Yoga instructors Vivek Kesharwani and Purushottam Jaiswal guided participants through various yoga poses, including pranayama. Addressing the gathering, Deputy CM Arun Sao stressed the importance of yoga for a healthy body and mind in today’s fast-paced…

In the Meghalaya honeymoon murder case, Sonam Raghuvanshi and Raj Kushwaha have been remanded to 13 days of judicial custody by a district and sessions court in Shillong. The Superintendent of Police of East Khasi Hills district confirmed this development. The court granted the custody as the police did not seek an extension. The other accused, including Akash Rajput, Vishal Singh Chauhan, and Anand, were previously remanded to 14-day judicial custody. The arrests were made following the murder of Raja Raghuvanshi, who was on his honeymoon in Meghalaya. His body was discovered in a gorge near Sohra (Cherrapunji) on June…

The US Navy’s Pacific Fleet Commander, Admiral Stephen Koehler, has warned of the dangers posed by China’s actions in the Indo-Pacific, specifically its assertive behavior and unlawful claims, which he believes are destabilizing the region. Addressing the South China Sea Conference, Koehler stated that the US Navy’s goal is to deter aggression throughout the Western Pacific, focusing on areas like the South China Sea and Taiwan. He discussed China’s growing military presence and aggressive tactics, including drills simulating an invasion of Taiwan. Koehler described specific instances of aggressive actions, such as the use of water cannons and lasers and ship-to-ship…