A Saudia Airlines Airbus A330 (flight SV 3112) carrying 250 Hajj pilgrims from Jeddah landed at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport early on June 15. Moments after touchdown at about 6:30 am IST, sparks and smoke erupted from the left landing gear due to a suspected hydraulic leak. The pilot immediately halted, alerted ATC, and fire & rescue teams swiftly contained the situation with foam and water within 20 minutes. All passengers and crew deboarded safely with no injuries. The aircraft was towed, operations resumed unhindered, and a mechanical investigation is underway. (PC: Lokmat Times)

A 14‑member central health team including ICMR, NCDC, WHO and FSSAI officials has arrived in Jajpur, Odisha, to respond to a cholera outbreak linked to a community feast attended by over 2,500 people. Fourteen deaths and around 1,500 hospitalisations have been confirmed, with Vibrio cholerae detected in eight of 41 stool samples. Severe dehydration and acute diarrhoea are being managed with ORS, IV fluids, and extra medical staff deployed from Cuttack’s SCB Medical College. Authorities have sealed an illegal water bottling plant, are disinfecting wells and tubewells, fixing pipelines, and advising boiled‑water use. The situation is stabilising, but officials urge prompt treatment to avoid further escalation. (PC: Times of India & Scientific American)

Iran has opened all land borders for the evacuation of Indian nationals as airspace remains shut amid escalating strikes with Israel. Over 1,500 Indian students, many from Jammu and Kashmir, are stranded in Iranian cities. Iran’s Foreign Ministry has requested names, passports, vehicle details, and exit points from India for safe passage. The Indian Embassy in Tehran is relocating students to safer areas and examining evacuation options. Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary movement and register via Google Form and Telegram. Israel’s “Operation Rising Lion” continues, prompting fears of further escalation. Iran warns it will “open the gates of hell.” (PC: NDTV)

At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned IPL 2025 with a record-breaking 101 off 38 balls for Rajasthan Royals. Born in Bihar, he’s the youngest to debut in both IPL and Indian List A cricket. Despite comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar, former selector Venkatapathy Raju urged BCCI to wait, stressing the need for domestic consistency. “Sachin hit centuries in Ranji, Duleep, and Irani Trophies,” Raju said, urging patience. Suryavanshi is currently with the India U-19 squad in England after a 190-run blitz in a warm-up game. Fans are excited, but experts call for grooming before a senior India team debut. (PC: X)

After three days of Israeli airstrikes on Iran, Tehran residents say “nowhere feels safe.” Panic has gripped the capital, with long petrol queues and failed attempts to flee due to traffic. Many recall the Iran-Iraq war, but now there are no sirens—just sudden explosions. Over 128 people have died in Iran, while 10 Israelis were killed in Iranian missile retaliation. Locals express fear, stress, and uncertainty. “This is not our war,” said one woman. Israel's call for Iranians to rise for freedom hasn’t resonated, as most focus on survival amid destroyed homes, unstable internet, and fear of more bombings. (PC: Reuters, Getty Images)

Filmmaker Mahesh Kalawadia has gone missing after last week’s Air India crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241 on board and 29 on the ground. Mahesh, a Naroda resident, was near the airport before the crash. His wife Hetal said his phone was last located 700 meters from the crash site and switched off one minute after takeoff. His scooter and mobile are still missing. Authorities are using DNA tests to identify charred victims. Hetal has submitted her DNA for matching. So far, only 47 victims have been identified, and 24 bodies handed over to families. (PC: India Today)

Iranian IRGC general Mohsen Rezaei told state television on June 15 that Pakistan had assured Iran it would retaliate with a nuclear strike on Israel if Israel nuked Tehran. Rezaei said Islamabad “would also attack it with nuclear weapons”. He reiterated that Iran has undisclosed tactics and capabilities. Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khwaja Asif, speaking June 14, urged collective Muslim action and said Pakistan “stands behind Iran” at international forums. So far, no official Pakistani spokesperson has confirmed the nuclear threat. The statement follows Israel’s recent missile and drone strikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program, intensifying regional tensions .

Ukraine’s foreign minister has appealed to India to uphold international law and the UN Charter by clearly supporting Ukraine amid Russia’s aggression. He emphasized that India’s stance rooted in respect for sovereignty and global norms carries weight, urging New Delhi to leverage its global influence responsibly. The appeal highlights that adherence to universal principles isn’t just symbolic, but a practical imperative in conflicts like Ukraine, where the rules‑based order is under strain. It signifies a call for India to align its diplomatic posture with foundational global treaties reflecting both moral conviction and strategic interest. (PC: NDTV)

A Lufthansa flight en route from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return to its origin following a bomb threat. The flight, LH 752, took off from Frankfurt on June 14 but turned back mid-air after German authorities received a threat, prompting immediate security measures. On its return, the aircraft was isolated and thoroughly inspected. Lufthansa stated that all passengers were safe and were rebooked on alternative flights. Indian authorities, including the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), have been informed and are coordinating with their German counterparts. The investigation into the source of the threat is ongoing, as security protocols were stringently followed to ensure passenger safety. (PC: AP & Thrilllist)

Tehran confirms its airspace remains closed amid Israeli bombing but has opened all land borders to facilitate evacuation of Indian students stranded in multiple Iranian cities following intensified military exchanges. In response to India’s request, the Indian Embassy in Tehran issued emergency helpline numbers, formed a Telegram group, and urged students to register with travel documents so authorities can coordinate safe passage. Thousands of Indian nationals, many from Jammu & Kashmir, are demanding a temporary cessation of hostilities by both Tehran and Jerusalem to allow airport evacuations. The government is monitoring the situation and assisting relocations to safer areas. (PC: Deccan Herald & NPR)