Russia launched its largest aerial attack on Ukraine overnight, firing 477 drones and 60 missiles across the country, Ukraine’s air force said. At least 6 were injured, including a child, and one person died. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said critical infrastructure and homes were targeted and confirmed the loss of F-16 pilot Maksym Ustymenko, who downed 7 threats before dying. Explosions and fires were reported in Lviv, Mykolaiv, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Ukraine is demanding urgent air defense support from the US and EU. Poland scrambled jets to defend its airspace. Ukraine called it the “most massive” strike since the war began. (PC: NDTV)

At least 81 Palestinians were killed and over 400 injured in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza in 24 hours, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. Strikes hit tents sheltering displaced families near Gaza City’s Palestine Stadium and the Tuffah neighborhood, killing children and entire families. Israeli forces said they targeted a “suspicious individual” and were unaware of civilian injuries. Eyewitnesses described digging with bare hands for bodies under sand. US President Trump expressed hope for a ceasefire soon, while Qatari mediators push for renewed negotiations. Protests in Tel Aviv demand a hostage deal and an end to the war. (PC: Reuters)

Simran, a 24-year-old Indian woman, went missing in New Jersey just days after arriving in the US on June 20 for an arranged marriage. CCTV footage shows her calmly checking her phone and waiting before disappearing on June 25. Authorities said she spoke no English and had no relatives in the US. They suspect her motive for travel may have been unrelated to marriage. Simran was last seen in grey sweatpants, a white T-shirt, and black flip-flops. Despite efforts, her Indian relatives remain unreachable. Police continue their investigation, appealing for public help in tracing her whereabouts. (PC: India Today)

A stampede during Puri’s Jagannath Rath Yatra on Sunday morning killed 3 devotees and injured over 50 near the Gundicha Temple. Chaos erupted after trucks carrying sacred Charamala wood entered the Saradhabali area, leading to a crowd surge. Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi apologised and announced ₹25 lakh compensation per deceased family. DCP Bishnu Charan Pati and Commandant Ajay Padhi were suspended; two top officials transferred. The DGP has launched a probe. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Naveen Patnaik, blamed poor crowd control. Titular King Divyasingha Deb called for a thorough inquiry and expressed condolences to affected families. (PC: HT)

A powerful storm forced Delta Air Lines to inspect over 100 aircraft after severe thunderstorms battered Atlanta on Friday, disrupting operations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Lightning, hail, and strong winds led to a temporary evacuation and power loss at the air traffic control tower. The FAA issued a flash flood warning, and more than 380 Delta flights were cancelled on Saturday. Delta completed aircraft inspections by Saturday morning but warned of continued delays as crews reset operations. Delta’s Erik Snell apologized for the inconvenience, with teams working to restore reliability across the airline’s major US operations. (PC: NDTV)

The vice‑principal of South Calcutta Law College, Nayana Chatterjee, revealed the administration discovered the June 25 gang‑rape incident only through news reports. Police reportedly entered the campus a day later under the guise of confidentiality, sealing two rooms without informing the college or security guards . The victim, a 24‑year‑old law student, was allegedly assaulted by two senior students and a former student in the college guard’s room. A one‑and‑a‑half‑minute video of the attack was recovered from a suspect’s phone, and forensic analysis is underway . Four arrests have been made, including the main suspect and a security guard whose inconsistent statements triggered his detention . A five‑member SIT is investigating, taking confidential statements from the victim and family . The revelations have highlighted severe lapses in police communication and institutional transparency, sparking public outrage. (PC: AP)

Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol confirmed that sabotage is a key angle in the probe into the Air India crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, which killed 274 people. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is leading the investigation, examining black box data and CCTV footage. The crash of flight AI 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, followed simultaneous engine failure—called a “rare case” by the minister. Only one passenger survived. Mohol said the final report is expected within 3 months, and reassured the public that Air India’s Dreamliner fleet passed recent safety checks by DGCA. (PC: News18)

UN nuclear chief Rafael Grossi has warned that Iran could resume enriching uranium to weapons-grade levels within months, despite recent US-Israeli strikes on its nuclear sites. Grossi contradicted Donald Trump’s claim that Iran’s nuclear facilities were “totally obliterated,” stating that Tehran retains the industrial capacity to restart enrichment. Iran’s refusal to cooperate with the IAEA, suspending inspections and access to bombed sites, has raised further concern. A Pentagon leak suggests the strikes only delayed Iran’s program by months. While Iran and Israel observe a ceasefire, Tehran doubts its permanence, and Trump has vowed further strikes if Iran crosses nuclear thresholds. (PC: EPA)

Ukrainian Air Force pilot Lieutenant Colonel Maksym Ustymenko was killed during a massive overnight Russian air assault, the largest since the full-scale invasion began. Flying an F-16, he downed seven Russian aerial threats before his jet was hit. Steering it away from civilian areas, he died in the crash. Russia launched 537 projectiles, including 477 drones and 60 missiles, targeting multiple regions. Ukraine intercepted most, but infrastructure damage and civilian injuries occurred. President Zelenskiy praised the pilot’s heroism and urged the U.S. to provide more air-defense systems, stressing Ukraine’s urgent need amid escalating Russian attacks. (PC: Reuters)

On Elon Musk’s 54th birthday, his Indian-origin partner Shivon Zilis shared a nostalgic then-and-now collage featuring the Tesla CEO with clown-themed cakes. Zilis, Neuralink executive and mother of Musk’s four children—Strider, Azure, Arcadia, and Seldon Lycurgus—captioned it “Happy birthday rocket man.” While their children weren’t featured, they occasionally appear on her X account. Zilis, born to a Punjabi mother, reportedly holds a “special status” in Musk’s inner circle. Celebrations were contrasted by birthday protests across North America. Musk’s mother Maye also posted a birthday message, calling him her “genius boy.” Musk has children with multiple women and supports population growth. (PC: HT)