For the first time, Canada's intelligence agency has publicly acknowledged that Canada-based Khalistani extremists were responsible for the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka tragedy. The attack killed all 329 people on board and remains Canada's deadliest terrorist attack. In a statement marking the 41st anniversary of the bombing, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) said the attack shaped the agency's development and strengthened its efforts to counter terrorism. The statement is seen as a significant shift in Canada's official stance on an attack that has long affected India-Canada relations. (PC: India Today)

At least 164 people have died and nearly 1,000 have been injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, triggering more than 30 aftershocks that continue to threaten rescue efforts. Authorities fear the death toll could rise as thousands remain trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said emergency teams are working across the worst-hit areas while schools, courts and the country's main airport remain closed. International rescue teams and humanitarian aid are arriving from several countries, including the US, France and Germany. Experts warned that ongoing aftershocks have made search and rescue operations extremely dangerous. (PC: HT)

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing a major internal crisis after a rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee announced a new national working committee, removing Mamata Banerjee as party chairperson and Abhishek Banerjee as national general secretary. The rebels claimed the previous committee had expired under the party constitution and required reconstitution. However, the Mamata camp rejected the move as illegal, saying expelled leaders have no authority to change the party structure. TMC leaders accused the rebels of acting against the party's interests and indicated legal action could follow as the battle for organisational control intensifies. (PC: India Today)

Global oil prices have fallen to their lowest levels since before the Iran conflict, as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz gradually returns to normal. Brent crude briefly dropped below $72.50 a barrel after the US and Iran agreed to begin negotiations aimed at ending the conflict. More oil tankers and cargo ships are now passing through the key trade route following initial peace talks and partial easing of US sanctions on Iranian oil exports. Despite lower crude prices, fuel costs remain high in several countries, prompting calls for energy companies to pass on savings to consumers. (PC: BBC)

Brazil star Neymar praised Argentina captain Lionel Messi as a "great friend" after Brazil sealed a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage with a 3-0 win over Scotland. Speaking after the match, Neymar said his friendship with Messi goes beyond football and described the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner as a special person on and off the field. Brazil topped Group C with seven points, thanks to a Vinicius Junior brace and a goal from Matheus Cunha. The victory also saw Vinicius equal a 24-year-old Brazilian World Cup scoring record set by Ronaldo Nazario and Rivaldo. (PC: NDTV)

NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir will carry out a spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS) on June 30 to replace a faulty wrist joint on the Canadarm2 robotic arm. The mission is scheduled to begin at 8:35 a.m. EDT (6:05 p.m. IST) and is expected to last about six hours and 40 minutes. NASA and the Canadian Space Agency decided the damaged component must be replaced during a spacewalk after investigating the malfunction. A spare wrist joint already aboard the ISS will be installed to restore the robotic arm's full range of motion and support future station operations. (PC: HT)

At least 32 people have been killed and more than 700 injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela just one minute apart, authorities said. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said La Guaira state, north of Caracas, suffered the worst damage, with dozens of buildings collapsing. Rescue teams are searching through the rubble in Caracas as people trapped inside damaged structures call for help. The earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, hit during a national holiday when many residents were at home. Officials warned the death toll could rise as emergency crews continue rescue and recovery operations. (PC: BBC)

Nike has unveiled a special-edition Gold Mercurial Superfly RGN football boot to honour Cristiano Ronaldo after he became the first player to score in six different FIFA World Cup tournaments. The limited-edition boots celebrate the Portuguese star's remarkable 20-year career and were released shortly after his two-goal performance in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. Ronaldo is expected to wear the boots in Portugal's final Group Stage match against Colombia. After the victory, the 41-year-old said personal records are special but stressed that helping Portugal achieve success at the World Cup remains his biggest priority. (PC: NDTV)

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified that an Indian passport is primarily a travel document and not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship. The clarification has sparked questions about which documents establish citizenship. Officials said there is no single document that automatically proves citizenship for every Indian. While passports, Aadhaar cards, voter ID cards and driving licences are important identity documents, they do not by themselves establish citizenship. In certain cases, birth certificates, citizenship certificates, or documents supporting citizenship under the Citizenship Act may be required. The MEA said the clarification reflects existing legal provisions and is not a change in policy. (PC: India Today)

Amazon will invest a total of $48 billion in India by 2030, strengthening its long-term commitment to the country's digital economy. The announcement came after Amazon CEO Andy Jassy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. As part of the plan, the company will invest an additional $13 billion to expand artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud infrastructure through Amazon Web Services (AWS). The investment will boost data centre capacity in Mumbai and Hyderabad, providing advanced AI and cloud services for startups, businesses and government organisations. Amazon said its cumulative investments in India from 2010 to 2030 will exceed $88 billion, supporting innovation, jobs and economic growth. (PC: HT)