Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani announced plans to develop 10 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2035, positioning the conglomerate among the earliest private players to enter India’s nuclear energy sector following the passage of the SHANTI Bill in 2025. The group has already identified land for the project and aims to support rising demand for clean, round-the-clock power. Adani also highlighted a ₹2 lakh crore expansion plan to reach 45 GW power capacity, a 5,000 MW hydropower partnership with Druk Green Power Corporation, and major investments in aerospace, defence, ports, data centres and digital infrastructure across India. (PC: Business Standard)

The QS World University Rankings 2027 reaffirmed the dominance of US and UK institutions in global higher education, with Massachusetts Institute of Technology retaining the top position with a perfect overall score of 100. Imperial College London and Stanford University shared second place, followed by University of Oxford in fourth and Harvard University in fifth. Rankings were based on indicators including academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, research impact, internationalisation, employability, and sustainability. The results highlight the continued strength of American and British universities in research, innovation, global collaboration, and graduate outcomes, with three of the top five institutions located in the United States. (PC: Wallpaper Cave)

A new book, Regime Change by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, reveals that US Vice President JD Vance proposed deploying Indian troops to monitor a Ukraine-Russia ceasefire. Seeking a non-NATO alternative, Vance floated India during a January 2025 Oval Office meeting. However, President Donald Trump instantly dismissed the proposal. The book claims Trump laughed and stated, “The Indians won't do that. They won't pay for something like that.” Despite noting his excellent relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump reportedly added that “the Indians do not ever pay for anything.” The account, which also details Trump’s criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, underscores India's growing centrality in Washington's strategic calculations regarding global conflict resolution. (PC: NY Times)

Oman has announced a temporary maritime corridor for vessels transiting the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz after coordinating with the International Maritime Organization. According to Oman's state news agency, ships wishing to use the corridor must coordinate with the IMO and follow navigation coordinates issued jointly by the organisation and Omani authorities. The initiative is designed to maintain safe passage and ensure uninterrupted freedom of navigation through one of the world's most important energy shipping routes. Oman said the measure aligns with international maritime law and the law of the sea, guaranteeing navigation rights while prohibiting the imposition of transit fees on vessels. (PC: The Hindu)

West Bengal is moving closer to merging tiger habitats in the South 24-Parganas forest division with the Sundarban Tiger Reserve, a proposal already cleared by the National Board for Wildlife and the National Tiger Conservation Authority. The merger awaits a state notification, pending for nearly a year. Forest Minister Manoj Oraon said efforts would be made to expedite the process. Once implemented, the reserve will expand from over 2,500 sq km to more than 3,600 sq km, becoming India’s second-largest tiger reserve after Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. Officials and conservationists believe unified administration, stronger protection, higher funding, better staff incentives, and reduced human interference will significantly strengthen tiger conservation across south Bengal. (PC: fra.animalia-life.club)

U.S. President Donald Trump sharply criticized the Senate after it passed a bipartisan resolution aimed at restricting further military action against Iran without congressional approval. Calling the vote “poorly timed and meaningless,” Trump argued that lawmakers had made his efforts on Iran more difficult, especially as his administration pursues negotiations and a broader agreement with Tehran. The resolution passed 50-48, with four Republican senators joining Democrats in support, marking a rare congressional rebuke of presidential war powers. While the measure is largely symbolic and may not have immediate legal impact, it reflects growing concern in Congress over executive authority in military conflicts and highlights divisions within the Republican Party over Trump’s Iran policy. (PC: AP)

England and Ghana played out a tense 0-0 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L encounter, with late drama dominating the closing stages. England thought they had secured victory when a stoppage-time goal found the net, but celebrations were cut short after the effort was ruled out for offside following a VAR review. Both teams created chances throughout the match, yet neither could break the deadlock. The result leaves Group L finely balanced heading into the final round of fixtures, with qualification hopes still alive for multiple teams. England and Ghana will now look to secure knockout-stage places in their decisive upcoming matches. (PC: AP)

The U.S. Senate voted 50-48 to approve a war powers resolution directing President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran without explicit congressional authorization. The measure, supported by four Republican senators alongside most Democrats, marks the first time both chambers of Congress have passed a resolution ordering a president to remove U.S. forces from ongoing hostilities under the 1973 War Powers Act. Although the resolution is largely symbolic and faces opposition from the White House, which calls it unconstitutional, it reflects growing bipartisan concern over executive war powers and the unpopular conflict that began in February 2026. (PC: X)

Mumbai's long-awaited southwest monsoon finally arrived on June 24, ending a 13-day delay from its usual onset date. While the rains brought relief from intense heat and humidity, they also caused severe waterlogging across several parts of the city. Flooded roads, stranded vehicles, and traffic disruptions were reported near Saki Naka, Andheri, and other low-lying areas. Authorities closed the Everard Nagar subway and restricted access to heavily inundated zones. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued weather alerts as heavy rainfall is expected to continue. Civic officials and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) remain on high alert to manage flooding and ensure commuter safety.

A shocking murder investigation in Pune has revealed that a businessman allegedly ignored several warning signs before his death at a historic fort. Police claim his fiancée first attempted to kill him during an earlier trip, but the effort failed. Days later, she allegedly lured him to a 400-foot cliff at a fort and pushed him to his death. Investigators say the accused carefully planned the crime and attempted to make it appear accidental. Authorities have arrested the woman and are examining motives, including possible financial and personal disputes. The case has sparked widespread public attention due to its dramatic and disturbing details.