Tigress Arrowhead (T‑84), granddaughter of legendary Machhli and daughter of Krishna, died at 14 from bone cancer in Ranthambore. Her passing occurred just hours after her daughter, Kankati (T‑2507), was relocated to Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve, a move prompted by the cub’s involvement in fatal human‑wildlife conflicts. Known as the “Queen of Ranthambore” and “Lady of the Lake,” Arrowhead was famed for her rare crocodile hunts most recently downing one near Padam Talab just days before her death. She leaves behind a significant legacy: four litters and ten cubs, with at least six surviving. Forest officials honored her cremation under NTCA protocol, and her last moments were memorialized by wildlife photographers, guides and the park community. (PC: BCCI & X)

Tata-owned Air India announced a 15% reduction in international wide-body flights from June 21 to July 15, cutting 38 weekly services across North America, Europe, Australia, the Far East and more, to “restore schedule stability” and complete enhanced safety inspections after the June 12 Ahmedabad Dreamliner crash, which killed 241 people . Additionally, three routes—Delhi–Nairobi, Amritsar–London (Gatwick), and Goa–London (Gatwick)—will be fully suspended until mid‑July . The airline cited airspace disruptions from Middle East tensions and stricter inspections of Boeing 787 and 777 fleets. Affected passengers will be offered rebooking, refunds, or schedule adjustments. (PC: India Today)

On June 20, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Siwan, Bihar, unveiling ₹5,736 crore worth of development projects. Key highlights include inaugurating 22 initiatives covering rail, water, power, sanitation, housing, and battery energy storage . He also flagged off the Patliputra–Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express via Muzaffarpur and Bettiah and launched the Vaishali–Deoria railway line (₹400 crore) . A historic moment came as he graced the dispatch of India’s first ‘Made‑in‑India’ diesel locomotive built in Bihar to Guinea—part of a ₹3,000 crore export deal for 150 units . The visit reinforces Bihar’s development trajectory ahead of upcoming state elections. (PTI)

Two ex-Air India crew members allege they were terminated for flagging safety lapses involving Boeing 787 Dreamliners, including issues linked to the June 12 Ahmedabad crash. In a June 19 letter, they claimed the airline ignored warnings and pressured them to alter statements. Another former pilot, Capt. Deven Kanani, raised concerns over oxygen shortages on Delta 777 flights to India. Air India denies all allegations, citing a DGCA review that found “no wrongdoing.” The airline maintains safety is its top priority. Kanani says lives were endangered; Air India claims his termination was justified and not linked to his safety concerns. (PC: News18)

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said oil prices are “not alarmingly high” at $76 per barrel, easing fears over the Israel-Iran conflict’s impact on energy markets. In an interview with India Today TV, he assured that there’s no global shortage and India is well-prepared. “We buy oil from 41 countries. We can manage if supply routes are choked,” he said, referring to the Strait of Hormuz. With no merchant ships targeted yet, Puri stated the situation was manageable. India consumes 5.5 million barrels daily and can scale up imports if required. “We are monitoring closely,” he added. (PC: India Today)

Air India has cut flights on 16 international routes and fully suspended three overseas services until July 15. This comes after the June 12 crash in Ahmedabad that killed 270 people. The airline said it is doing extra safety checks on Boeing 787 and 777 planes. From June 12 to 18, 83 flights were cancelled. More cuts will happen until mid-July. Routes like Delhi–Nairobi and Amritsar–London are among those suspended. Passengers can reschedule at no extra cost or get full refunds. Air India said the step is to ensure safety, reduce disruptions, and avoid last-minute trouble for passengers. (PC: News18)

The government said it will decide the location for decoding the black box from the crashed Air India flight after full assessment. Reports said it may be sent to the US, but officials said the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will decide. The London-bound plane crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, killing 270 people. The black box was found 28 hours later. The AAIB said it has finished collecting evidence and is now analysing it. The plane's cockpit voice and flight data recorders were recovered. Experts say decoding the black box is key to knowing what caused the deadly crash. (PC: Reuters)

Shillong court has extended the police custody of Sonam Raghuvanshi and her alleged boyfriend Raj Kushwaha by two more days. They are accused in the murder of Sonam’s husband, Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon in Meghalaya. Three other men — Vishal Chauhan, Anand Kurmi, and Akash Thakur — have been sent to jail for 14 days. Police said the plan to kill Raja was made in Indore before the wedding. On May 23, the three men attacked Raja with machetes near Weisawdong Falls. Sonam was present. Police say she admitted to helping plan the murder with Raj months earlier. (PC: PTI)

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12 was in good condition. “The plane was well-maintained,” he said, adding its last major check was in June 2023. The crash killed 270 people, including passengers, crew, and locals, after the flight hit a medical hostel. “Both engines were inspected in 2025 and showed no issues before takeoff,” Wilson said. To ensure safety, Air India will now carry out extra checks on all Boeing 787 and 777 planes. “We’re also cutting 15% of international flights until mid-July,” he said, apologising for the inconvenience. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Following the recovery of both black boxes from the ill-fated Air India Express flight IX1344 crash, the Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a formal clarification amid rising speculation over whether the data recorders would be sent abroad for decoding. The ministry emphasized that only the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has the authority to decide the location for decoding the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) and Flight Data Recorder (FDR). The decision will be based on technical feasibility, safety, and equipment capability. The first black box was retrieved on June 13, and the second on June 16. (PC: Reuters)