The Kerala Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution on Monday to rename the state as 'Keralam'. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who moved the resolution, emphasized that the state's name is 'Keralam' in Malayalam, reflecting the linguistic and cultural identity of its people. The resolution, supported by both the ruling and opposition parties, urges the Centre to amend the name in the Constitution under Article 3. A similar resolution was adopted in August 2023 but required re-presentation due to technicalities. The name change aims to correct the official designation to match the state’s local nomenclature.

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams and her crewmate Butch Wilmore face an uncertain return from the International Space Station (ISS) due to glitches in Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Initially scheduled for June 26, their departure has been delayed after helium leaks and thruster issues were discovered. Allegations from whistleblowers claim Boeing and NASA knew of these faults but proceeded with the launch. The astronauts, who arrived at the ISS on June 5, have adequate supplies and are awaiting further instructions. Concerns also include a superbug on the ISS and fuel limitations for the Starliner’s return.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Tuesday that the ongoing heatwave in Bihar will soon subside, providing much-needed relief from high temperatures. Concurrently, heavy rainfall is forecasted for the Northeast and Western regions of India. Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim are on red alert for extremely heavy rains. Uttarakhand is expected to see heavy showers on June 28-29. Coastal regions, including Konkan, Goa, and Karnataka, are set to experience significant rainfall over the next few days due to advancing monsoons. Light to moderate rains are also expected in several other states, including Uttar Pradesh and Odisha.

Italy secured a dramatic 1-1 draw with Croatia in their final Euro 2024 Group B match, thanks to Mattia Zaccagni's stoppage-time goal. Luka Modrić had given Croatia the lead in the 55th minute, rebounding from a missed penalty. As the match neared its end, Italy's persistence paid off when Zaccagni scored in the 98th minute, breaking Croatian hearts and ensuring Italy's progression to the last 16. Croatia, left with just two points, faces a bleak chance of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams, casting uncertainty over Modrić's international future.

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi, leader of AIMIM, concluded his oath as a member of the 18th Lok Sabha with the slogan "Jai Palestine" on Tuesday. This marked his fifth term in office. Owaisi stated on X (formerly Twitter) his commitment to raising issues of India's marginalized. His oath, taken in Urdu, also included "Jai Bhim, Jai Meem, Jai Telangana." The gesture sparked chants of "Jai Shri Ram" from BJP MPs. Union Ministers G Kishan Reddy and Kiren Rijiju criticized the slogan as inappropriate. Owaisi defended his words, asserting no constitutional prohibition against his statement.

A Pune court has granted bail to a 17-year-old boy accused of causing a fatal crash while allegedly driving a Porsche under the influence on May 19. The high-speed collision with a motorcycle resulted in the deaths of engineers Aneesh Awadhiya and Ashwini Koshta. The boy’s parents, Vishal and Shivani Agrawal, were arrested for allegedly tampering with his blood samples to obstruct the investigation. Following the court’s decision, the teen, currently in an observation home, is set to reside with his aunt upon release. The police submitted a detailed report to the Juvenile Justice Board before the bail was granted.

The Conservative Party has withdrawn support for two candidates, Craig Williams and Laura Saunders, under investigation by the Gambling Commission for betting on the election timing. The party's campaign is in crisis, with two officials and a member of Rishi Sunak's protection team also being investigated. Despite initial resistance, the party has succumbed to pressure, announcing the candidates will no longer receive support. Although their names will remain on ballot papers, they cannot call themselves Conservatives and will not receive party backing for the remainder of the campaign. The outcome of the investigation will determine their future with the party.

The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up for the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizing the use of artificial intelligence-based technologies for crowd management. The event is expected to be unprecedented in scale, and the government aims to set a benchmark for security, cleanliness, and convenience. Professional agencies will be engaged to organize the event and promote it globally, showcasing "brand UP and brand India." The CM stressed the importance of ensuring safety, convenience, and cleanliness at the event, which will be an opportunity for pilgrims and tourists worldwide to be a part of history.

Gareth Jenkins, former chief IT architect for Fujitsu, is testifying at the Post Office inquiry. He designed the flawed Horizon system, which led to hundreds of wrongful prosecutions for theft. Jenkins confirmed he worked on Horizon from 2008-2015, starting with a team of 20-30 people that dwindled to six by his retirement. He was one of 100 employees dubbed "distinguished engineers," but claimed this title didn't impact his pay. Jenkins' testimony is crucial in understanding the development of the faulty system that caused widespread injustice. The inquiry aims to uncover the truth behind the Post Office scandal.

On Tuesday, the S&P BSE Sensex crossed the 78,000 mark for the first time, and the NSE Nifty50 achieved a record high of 23,710.45. The Sensex surged 659.99 points, trading at 78,001.07, driven by strong performances in financial services and banking stocks. Early trading saw positive momentum across major indices, reflecting investor confidence amid robust corporate earnings and favorable economic indicators. Analysts credit the rally to renewed optimism in the market and expect continued strength if macroeconomic conditions remain stable. Both indices closed the session with significant gains, underscoring a bullish outlook.