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)

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met European Parliament President Roberta Metsola in Brussels on June 11, 2025, to deepen India‑EU collaboration . Their discussions focused on enhancing parliamentary engagement, trade, technology, and security cooperation . Jaishankar emphasized India’s zero‑tolerance policy toward terrorism, highlighting solidarity following the April 22 Pahalgam attack and citing EU support for India’s right to self‑defense . Metsola expressed eagerness to convert ongoing free trade talks into actionable commitments, aiming to reinforce the strategic partnership between India and Europe. (PC: ANI)

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Delhi-NCR as temperatures surged past 45°C on Wednesday. Ayanagar recorded 45.5°C, while Safdarjung hit 43.8°C. The alert, in effect for June 11 and 12, warns of a severe heatwave across Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan. “Heatwave conditions are likely at many places across Delhi-NCR,” said IMD. Relief may arrive by June 13 as a western disturbance could bring light rain and thunderstorms. IMD predicts the red alert will shift to orange by Friday. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun. (PC: PTI)

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.” 

President Trump announced on June 11, 2025, a landmark trade deal with China: Beijing will resume exports of critical rare earth minerals and magnets to the U.S., while American tariffs on Chinese goods will surge to 55%, compared to China's planned 10% on U.S. imports . In return, the U.S. will continue allowing Chinese students to enroll in its universities . The agreement builds upon a 90‑day tariff truce brokered in Geneva and is now pending final approval by Presidents Trump and Xi . Analysts caution that enforcement details, export‑control relaxations, and geopolitical guards remain to be negotiated in follow‑up talks. (PC: NDTV)

Sonam Raghuvanshi has confessed to plotting the murder of her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their honeymoon in Meghalaya, police sources said. Presented with CCTV footage, call logs, and bloodied clothing linked to the crime, she broke down before the Shillong SIT. Her alleged lover, Raj Kushwaha, confessed earlier, admitting he hired three contract killers. Raja’s body was found in a 200-foot gorge 10 days after their stay in Nongriat. Sonam initially claimed a robbery but later admitted she watched her husband die. Her brother confirmed cutting ties, saying, “I am 100% sure she planned this.” All accused are in custody. (PC: India Today)

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).

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the east coast of Taiwan on Wednesday evening, according to Taiwan's Central Weather Administration. The tremor, occurring at 7:01 pm local time, had a depth of 30.9 km. The US Geological Survey reported it as a 5.9 magnitude quake, 71 km south of Hualien City. Buildings in Taipei shook for about a minute, but no major damage or casualties were reported. Taiwan, situated on the seismically active Pacific Ring of Fire, regularly experiences quakes. The nation’s emergency preparedness and alert systems helped minimize panic during the event, with phone alarms sounding seconds before impact.  (PC: Times Now)

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has criticised the BCCI’s team selection for the England Test series, expressing disappointment over Shreyas Iyer's exclusion. Ganguly said Iyer, who was the top scorer for Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, has had a “fantastic” year and deserved a place in the squad, especially in the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. “He is not the player who got left out,” Ganguly told RevSportz. Meanwhile, 19-year-old England pacer Eddie Jack, who dismissed KL Rahul in a warm-up match, has been invited to practice with England’s senior squad ahead of the June 20 Headingley Test. (PC: NDTV)