A roof collapse at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1 early Friday has resulted in one fatality and five injuries. Heavy rainfall totaling 228.1 mm in 24 hours caused the incident, damaging cars and suspending flights. All Terminal 1 departures are redirected to Terminals 2 and 3. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirmed that the affected structure dates back to 2009 and announced a nationwide audit of airport facilities. The collapse coincides with widespread waterlogging across Delhi.

Vikram Misri, a 1989 batch Indian Foreign Service officer, has been appointed as India's new foreign secretary, succeeding Vinay Kwatra, effective from July 15. Misri, currently Deputy National Security Advisor, has previously served as private secretary to three prime ministers and as ambassador to China, Spain, and Myanmar. His appointment was approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. Misri played a key role in handling India-China relations post the Ladakh standoff. Meanwhile Vinay Kwatra is expected to be appointed as the next envoy to the US.

Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party (SBSP) MLA Bedi Ram, implicated in the recent NEET exam paper leak, has a history of involvement in eight other paper leak scandals. Cases against him have been registered in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh, including incidents involving railway and police recruitment exams. A viral video showing Bedi Ram claiming he helped candidates pass exams has intensified scrutiny. The Congress criticized the Uttar Pradesh government, suggesting potential complicity due to SBSP’s alliance with the NDA. Bedi Ram has previously served jail time for similar offenses.

A roof collapse at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 1 early Friday, following heavy rainfall, left one dead and six injured. The incident led to flight suspensions and travel disruptions. Videos of water pouring into the terminal sparked sarcastic memes comparing Delhi’s airport to Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport, known for its indoor waterfall. The collapse occurred just months after the terminal’s upgrade to handle increased passenger capacity. Social media mocked Delhi’s infrastructure failures amid the chaos.

The Jharkhand High Court has granted bail to former Chief Minister Hemant Soren in the alleged land scam case. Soren's advocate, Arunabh Chowdhury, stated that the court found no prima facie evidence of Soren's guilt and no likelihood of him committing an offence while on bail. Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in January after a prolonged search. The case involves the generation of crores through forgery and falsified documents to acquire large parcels of land. Soren, 48, is currently lodged in Birsa Munda jail.

The Indian Navy and Coast Guard jointly carried out a challenging medical evacuation operation in Lakshadweep, rescuing four critically-ill patients, including two infants, from Agatti Island. The operation was initiated by the Southern Naval Command and Coast Guard District HQ-4 amidst severe weather conditions due to the southwest monsoon. Navy and Coast Guard Dornier aircraft were deployed from INS Garuda and CG Air Enclave to Agatti, successfully evacuating the patients. The daring operation highlights the preparedness and expertise of the Navy and Coast Guard in conducting critical medical evacuations.

The canopy that collapsed at Delhi Airport's Terminal 1, killing one and injuring six, was inaugurated in 2009. The terminal was built by GMR Group, and the work was contracted out to private contractors. Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra pointed out that the terminal was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was not the Prime Minister at that time. The incident has raised questions about the airport's infrastructure and maintenance. The DGCA has launched an investigation into the incident, and the minister has promised a thorough probe. The incident has caused disruption to flights and concern among passengers.

The Amarnath Yatra commenced on Friday with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagging off the first batch of pilgrims from the base camp in Jammu. Before the flag-off, Sinha offered prayers at the temple. Addressing the media, he stated that extensive arrangements have been made for the yatra, including heightened security measures. This year's yatra has seen significant preparations, building on the efforts of the past three to four years. The LG ensured that all necessary arrangements are in place for a safe and successful pilgrimage.

On Thursday, NSUI members stormed the National Testing Agency (NTA) office in Delhi, locking it from inside to protest alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam. The protesters, chanting “Shut down NTA” and “Down with NTA,” were dispersed by police. This follows allegations of a paper leak in the NEET-UG, held on May 5, which saw 67 students achieve perfect scores. The CBI recently arrested two individuals in connection with the leak. The controversy has prompted demands for a deeper investigation into the examination process.

The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the National Testing Agency (NTA) regarding alleged inconsistencies in the NEET-UG 2024 exam. Following a petition from a learning app, the court raised concerns over reported malpractice and grace marks awarded to over 1,500 students, affecting exam fairness. The NTA must respond by July 8. Meanwhile, the CBI continues its investigation into the alleged paper leak, which has led to multiple arrests across states. President Droupadi Murmu affirmed the government's commitment to a thorough probe and fair conduct of examinations.