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)

The Ax-4 mission carrying Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to the International Space Station remains delayed due to Falcon-9’s liquid oxygen leak and ongoing ISS traffic coordination. Originally scheduled for May 29, the launch has faced multiple setbacks, including weather and technical issues. NASA has outlined available launch windows through June 30, with more opening mid-July. Shukla, a Gaganyaan astronaut, will become the first Indian to visit the ISS on this 10-day mission. Axiom Space and SpaceX are finalising preparations. The mission highlights India’s growing space role and international partnerships, contributing to research and India’s long-term human spaceflight ambitions. (PC: X)

Nike has launched its first global collaboration with an Indian design label, NorBlack NorWhite, blending heritage British bandhani tie‑dye with cutting‑edge sportswear. Unveiled June 10, the lineup features dynamic bras, shorts, tights, hoodies, four sneaker silhouettes—including Air Max Craze, Motiva, Pegasus 41, Calm Slide—and a stylish cross‑body bags . Founded by Mriga Kapadiya and Amrit Kumar, the New Delhi brand spent two years infusing traditional dye techniques into performance gear, aiming to empower women athletes and everyday wearers alike. The campaign features Indian sports icons such as Jemimah Rodrigues, Anshu Malik, and Priya Mohan, highlighting the vibrant fusion of culture and athleticism. Available globally from June 11 at Nike.com and select stores.

Govind Raghuvanshi, brother of Sonam Raghuvanshi, has publicly declared he is “100% sure” his sister murdered her husband Raja Raghuvanshi during their Meghalaya honeymoon. Speaking from Indore, he also revealed Sonam used to tie rakhi to co-accused Raj Kushwaha, with whom she allegedly had an affair. Govind apologized to Raja’s family and demanded the death penalty for Sonam if proven guilty. Raja's body was found in a gorge on June 2 after the couple went missing on May 23. Meanwhile, Raj’s mother insists her 20-year-old son is innocent, calling the allegations false and requesting a fair investigation. (PC: PTI)

Meghalaya’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) revealed that 24‑year‑old Sonam Raghuvanshi has admitted during interrogation to orchestrating the murder of her husband, 29‑year‑old Raja Raghuvanshi, during their honeymoon near Wei Sawdong Falls in Meghalaya . Investigators say she hired three assailants—Akash Rajput, Anand Kurmi, and Vishal Singh Chauhan—paying ₹50,000 through her alleged lover Raj Kushwaha, and shared live location updates to facilitate the crime . Raja’s body was discovered June 2; Sonam surrendered in Ghazipur on June 9, was transported under transit remand to Shillong, and now faces formal confession recording under CrPC Section 164. The case is under intense multi‑state investigation. (PC: MSN)

With Covid-19 cases rising to 7,121 in India, ministers meeting PM Modi must undergo RT-PCR tests. The directive applies to BJP functionaries attending meetings or rallies with the Prime Minister. Kerala leads with 2,223 cases, followed by Gujarat (1,223) and Delhi (757). Experts warn that senior citizens remain most vulnerable. ICMR has identified new sub-variants of Omicron—LF.7, XFG, JN.1, and NB.1.8.1—but officials say cases are mostly mild. A total of 74 Covid-related deaths have been recorded in 2025 so far. No lockdowns or curbs are planned yet, but states remain on high alert. (PC: 

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic Ax-4 mission to the International Space Station was delayed hours before liftoff due to a liquid-oxygen (LOX) leak in SpaceX’s Falcon-9 rocket. The leak was detected during a post-static fire test, forcing SpaceX to postpone the launch indefinitely. LOX, a supercooled oxidizer, is vital for combustion in spaceflight. Initial fixes failed, and the rocket may now be removed from the launch pad for deeper repairs. ISRO confirmed the leak in the propulsion bay and emphasized safety. A new date will be announced once repairs and validation are completed. (PC: India Today)

Thousands gathered in Graz, Austria, for a candlelight vigil after a school shooting left 10 dead and 12 injured. The gunman, a 21-year-old former student, took his own life after the attack at Dreierschützengasse secondary school. Police recovered a farewell note and non-functional pipe bomb at his home. Seven victims were students. Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker called it a “national tragedy” and declared three days of mourning. The shooter legally owned the weapons used. Vigils, blood donations, and city-wide grief gripped Graz, as flags flew half-mast nationwide. The school will remain closed while investigations continue under national security services. (PC: BBC)

The Karnataka government told the High Court that Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and BCCI are responsible for the Bengaluru stampede that killed 11 people outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The state alleged RCB invited fans without permissions or crowd management plans, calling the event “illegal.” Advocate General said social media posts misled lakhs to gather, though the stadium seats only 33,000. No government approvals were taken, and responsibilities under a BCCI-RCB security deal were ignored. RCB's marketing head allegedly tried to flee. CID now leads the probe. The state accuses RCB of seeking publicity at the cost of public safety. (PC: India Today)