A 40-year-old Mumbai school teacher has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting her 16-year-old student for over a year. The married teacher reportedly groomed the boy after developing an attraction during school activities. She then took him to five-star hotels, made him consume alcohol, and gave him anti-anxiety pills before assaulting him. The boy's female friend, who convinced him that such relationships were common, has also been booked. The abuse came to light when the family noticed behavioral changes. The teacher was arrested after she attempted to contact the student post his graduation. (PC: HT)

A British Royal Navy F‑35B stealth fighter jet made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on June 14, forced by adverse weather and low fuel . A hydraulic issue emerged during routine pre-departure checks, grounding the jet and preventing its return to the HMS Prince of Wales . Initial repairs by carrier-based engineers fell short, prompting dispatch of a 40‑member UK technical team and equipment, with plans to transfer the jet to an MRO hangar . Kerala authorities are considering unusual parking fees and supported the crew, with full backing from Indian military and airport staff . The incident highlights deep UK‑India defence cooperation and logistical complexities of advanced aircraft deployment. (PC: India Today)  

US President Donald Trump launched a fierce attack on New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, calling him a "communist lunatic" and threatening to arrest him if he interferes with federal immigration operations. Trump vowed to cut federal funds to NYC if Mamdani "doesn’t do the right thing," accusing him of planning to "destroy New York." Mamdani, who could become NYC's first South Asian Muslim mayor, responded defiantly, saying Trump aims to "terrorise" those resisting ICE raids. Born in Uganda and a US citizen since 2018, Mamdani dismissed Trump’s threats as intimidation against outspoken immigrant communities. (PC: News18)

A 40-year-old female teacher from a reputed Mumbai school has been arrested for allegedly engaging in inappropriate and unlawful behavior with a 16-year-old male student. The incident reportedly occurred over a period of several months, during which the teacher developed a personal relationship with the student and crossed professional boundaries. Authorities allege she used emotional influence and gave the student substances that affected his decision-making. Another woman, said to be a friend of the teacher, is also under investigation for encouraging the conduct. Both have been booked under relevant sections of child protection and criminal laws. (PC: The Indian astronaut)  

The 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, announced he will have a successor, affirming the continuation of the 600‑year‑old Dalai Lama institution. He entrusted his Gaden Phodrang Trust—established in 2015—with sole authority to identify and recognize his reincarnation, in consultation with senior lamas and Dharma protectors . Making the announcement ahead of his 90th birthday, he stated the next Dalai Lama may be born outside China, countering Beijing’s claim over the process . China responded by asserting that any recommenced reincarnation must follow its traditional “golden urn” lottery and gain central government approval. (PC: NDTV)

Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has been sentenced in absentia to six months in jail by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) for contempt of court. The verdict stems from a leaked audio recording in which Hasina allegedly claimed she held a “license to kill” and made derogatory remarks about the tribunal’s authority. The ICT deemed her comments as a direct challenge to judicial integrity. This marks Hasina’s first conviction since being ousted amid mass protests in 2024. Co-accused Bulbul Shakil Akand was also sentenced to two months in jail. (PC: Reuters)

India reached 98/2 at lunch on Day 1 of the 2nd Test against England at Edgbaston, with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring an aggressive 62* off 59 balls. His knock came after a fiery on-field exchange with England captain Ben Stokes during the 17th over. KL Rahul was dismissed early for 2, but an 80-run stand between Jaiswal and Karun Nair (31) steadied the innings. Brydon Carse struck just before the break to remove Nair, giving England a slight edge. Earlier, Stokes won the toss and opted to bowl first. India will resume with Jaiswal and Shubman Gill at the crease. (PC: BCCI)

Squid Game Season 3 has become a global phenomenon, breaking Netflix’s record with 60.1 million views in just three days. Despite mixed reviews, the final season topped charts in 93 countries after its June 27 release. Picking up from Season 2’s cliffhanger, the show sees Gi-hun face deadlier games and moral dilemmas. Netflix’s Tudum confirmed it’s the only series to enter the Most Popular List in its debut week. Over 38,000 fans joined a major fan event in Seoul. Created by Hwang Dong-hyuk, the Korean thriller continues to captivate with high-stakes storytelling and immersive global promotions. (PC: HT)

Pilots have recreated the final moments of flight AI-171 in a simulator to find out what went wrong. The Air India flight crashed shortly after takeoff, raising questions about a possible technical fault. In the simulation, pilots tested scenarios involving electrical failures. They found that a dual engine flame-out due to a power loss could explain why the aircraft could not climb. This points to a serious fault that may have led to the crash. Investigators are now focusing on these findings to confirm the cause. The final report will be crucial for future flight safety. (PC: Reuters)

The UK Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for northeast England and southeast Scotland. The alert is in effect from 11am to 6pm on Wednesday. Heavy rain could bring 15-20mm in under an hour, causing flooding. Lightning may damage buildings, and strong winds could lead to power cuts. Train and road delays are expected. The warning follows Tuesday’s heatwave, when London hit 34.7°C—the hottest day this year. Cooler air is moving in, but showers may linger in the north. Experts warn dry weather has raised wildfire risks. “Fires can destroy wildlife and habitats,” said the National Trust. (PC: iStock)