Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic journey to the International Space Station was halted hours before liftoff after a liquid oxygen (LOx) leak was discovered in the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The Axiom-4 mission, already delayed once due to weather, was scheduled for June 11 but now awaits urgent repairs. ISRO confirmed the leak was detected during post-static fire tests, and SpaceX will conduct validation tests before rescheduling. Shukla, an Indian Air Force officer, was to become the first Indian to reach the ISS on a commercial spaceflight. A new launch date will be declared after safety clearance.

General Michael Kurilla, head of US Central Command, praised Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism during his testimony to the US House Armed Services Committee. He credited Islamabad with capturing key ISIS-K operatives, including those linked to the 2021 Kabul airport bombing. Kurilla urged the US to maintain strategic relations with both India and Pakistan, warning against a zero-sum policy. His comments come after India launched airstrikes following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, blaming Pakistan-based groups. India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has warned of direct retaliation if attacks persist and reaffirmed India’s global campaign to expose Pakistan’s extremism links.

Meghalaya Police confirmed Sonam Raghuvanshi’s active involvement in the murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Sohra. She and four others, including her alleged lover Raj Kushwaha and three hired killers, have been remanded in police custody for 8 days by a Shillong court. Raja was killed on May 23, just two days after arriving in Meghalaya. Investigators will now interrogate the accused and recreate the crime scene. Police say they have “enough evidence” but need more questioning to uncover the full extent of Sonam’s role. All five were brought from UP and MP to Shillong this week. (PC: HT)

Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was allegedly abused by Israeli authorities after her humanitarian aid boat to Gaza was intercepted. French doctor Baptiste André, also onboard, claimed passengers were mocked, deprived of sleep, and denied basic needs. “There were acts of mistreatment,” he said. The boat, Madleen, part of the pro-Palestinian Freedom Flotilla Coalition, had 12 passengers and was stopped 200 km from Gaza. Thunberg and three others signed deportation papers; eight remain in custody. Upon return to France, Thunberg said, “Israel kidnapped us in international waters.” Israel dismissed the protest as a “publicity stunt” and called the vessel a “selfie yacht.” (PC: NDTV)

Rough sleeping will no longer be a criminal offence in England and Wales as the government moves to scrap the 1824 Vagrancy Act. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner called the law "cruel and outdated" and pledged to end nearly two centuries of injustice. New legislation will focus on crimes like organised begging and criminal trespass, ensuring police can still protect communities. Homeless charities, including Crisis, hailed the move as a “landmark moment” for vulnerable individuals. The act had seen prosecutions decline from 1,050 in 2011 to 79 in 2023. Amendments will be made through the Crime and Policing Bill in 2026. (PC: X)

Italian-Senegalese TikTok star Khaby Lame, with 162M followers, has left the US after being briefly detained by immigration agents in Las Vegas for allegedly overstaying his visa. Lame, 25, was granted voluntary departure, avoiding a deportation order that could have barred him from the US for 10 years. His detention marks one of the highest-profile cases in Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration crackdown. Bo Loudon, a self-described pro-Trump influencer, claimed he flagged Lame’s status. The UNICEF ambassador rose to fame during the pandemic with his viral silent videos. He has not commented publicly since the incident or responded to media requests. (PC: X)

Elon Musk took to X on June 11, 2025, to express regret over several scathing posts about President Donald Trump, acknowledging that they “went too far.” The apology follows a public spat sparked by Musk’s denunciation of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and unproven implication in the Epstein files—all since deleted . The feud escalated tensions: Trump threatened to revoke SpaceX and Tesla contracts, while Tesla shares plunged ~14% on fears of political backlash . With both men now softening tone—Trump wishing Musk well and Musk deleting inflammatory content—signs point to a possible reconciliation, easing market fears and protecting Musk’s federal business interests. (PC: AP)

British singer Ed Sheeran shared a heartfelt story of collaborating with Indian music icon Arijit Singh for his new track “Sapphire.” Sheeran revealed he first heard Arijit’s voice in Aashiqui 2 and reached out to him. Their friendship blossomed, leading to a special visit to Arijit’s hometown in West Bengal. Alongside his father, Ed took a river barge ride, visited Arijit’s studio, and rode a scooter through the village at sunset. They completed the track together and even recorded a Punjabi version. Ed called the collaboration a “core memory” and praised Arijit as “one of the most talented humans ever.” 

Los Angeles police enforced a downtown curfew after mass arrests during protests over Trump’s immigration raids. Mayor Karen Bass cited looting and vandalism as reasons for the curfew, which covers a one-square-mile area. Trump deployed 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines, vowing to "liberate" LA, sparking backlash from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who called it a "brazen abuse of power." ICE raids in Latino areas triggered unrest, with over 200 arrests reported. The Pentagon says the military deployment will cost $134 million. Protesters clashed with police in cities including Atlanta, New York, and San Antonio as tensions rise nationwide. (PC: BBC)

Passengers aboard an IndiGo flight gave a standing ovation after the captain delivered a heartfelt in-flight tribute to BSF’s Assistant Sub Inspector General DUT Rajapak B.T. The officer, injured during India’s Operation Sindoor against Pakistan on May 7–8, was lauded for bravery under fire. The captain acknowledged his courage in saving fellow soldiers and repelling the enemy. Rajapak, visibly moved, thanked passengers for the warm gesture. The incident, captured on video, has gone viral, earning praise online. Operation Sindoor was launched in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).