UK political parties are allowed to accept unlimited donations from individuals and businesses, a controversial system that has led to scandals and concerns about corruption. Unlike many European countries, the UK has no cap on donations, with parties only required to declare donations over £11,180. The Conservative and Labour parties receive large donations from wealthy individuals and businesses, with Labour also funded by trade unions. The origins of these donations can be contentious, as seen in the recent scandal surrounding a businessman who donated £15 million to the Tories despite making offensive remarks about a Labour MP.

Elon Musk's tweet on the potential hackability of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) has revived concerns about their security in India. Musk's remark, in response to a post by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on election irregularities, has been shared by Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi called EVMs a "black box," and Akhilesh Yadav demanded a return to paper ballots, citing global concerns and expert warnings. The issue has intensified following reports that a relative of Shiv Sena MP Ravindra Waikar allegedly used a phone linked to an EVM. Opposition leaders are pressing the Election Commission for clarity and action on EVM security.

The water crisis in Delhi has led to protests and vandalism. On Sunday, the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) office in Chhatarpur was vandalized by unidentified individuals, with footage showing broken windows and pots, reported ANI. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) released a video alleging BJP involvement, showing a man wearing a BJP scarf. AAP accused the BJP of withholding Delhi's water and damaging property. BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri stated that public anger is understandable and praised BJP workers for controlling the situation, while stressing that damaging public property is unproductive.

Tragedy struck a Juneteenth festival in Round Rock, Texas, when a gunman opened fire, killing two and injuring six, including two children. The shooting occurred at Old Settlers Park around 11 PM, following a fight between two groups. The victims suffered potentially serious injuries and were transported to local trauma centers. Police are still searching for the suspect, with no one in custody yet. The festival, organized by a local nonprofit and the city government, was intended to be a celebration of freedom and unity. Instead, it ended in violence and tragedy. An investigation is ongoing.

In Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district, 58 children, including 39 boys and 19 girls, were rescued from Som Distillery. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and Bachpan Bachao Andolan (BBA) conducted the operation on Saturday. The children, who worked 12-14 hours daily, suffered burn wounds from exposure to chemicals and alcohol. They were transported to the distillery in a school bus. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and stated that strict action would be taken against those responsible. Som Distilleries & Breweries, an ISO-certified company, manufactures and supplies beer, India-made foreign liquor (IMFL), and ready-to-drink beverages.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar, former Indian minister and tech entrepreneur, rebuked Elon Musk's recent criticism of electronic voting machines (EVMs). Musk expressed concerns over the vulnerability of EVMs to hacking, suggesting they should be eliminated. Chandrasekhar countered Musk's statement, clarifying that Indian EVMs are specially designed to be secure and are not connected to any networks or media. He pointed out that unlike in the US and other countries where internet-connected voting machines are used, Indian EVMs operate on a different, secure model. Chandrasekhar highlighted the stringent security measures in place, such as factory-programmed controllers that cannot be altered, ensuring the integrity and reliability of India's electoral process.

Over 1,200 tourists, including 15 foreigners, have been stranded in Sikkim's Lachung town for a week due to heavy rains and landslides. The disaster has claimed six lives, damaged properties, and disrupted power, food, and mobile networks. Authorities plan to evacuate the tourists on Sunday, weather permitting, through airlift and roadways. The Sikkim government has announced an ex gratia of Rs 4 lakh to the families of the deceased. The evacuation efforts will be coordinated by the Tourism and Civil Aviation minister, Tshering Thendup Bhutia. The stranded tourists have been waiting for rescue for a week, with many facing hardships due to the disrupted essential services.

A mass shooting occurred at a Detroit water park, leaving at least 8 people injured, including 2 children. The gunman, who fired 28 shots and reloaded multiple times, was found dead at a nearby residence. Sheriff Mike Bouchard described the incident as a "gut punch" for the community. The victims, including an 8-year-old with a head wound, received immediate medical attention from responding deputies. The motive behind the shooting is still unknown. The community is reeling from this senseless act of violence, coming soon after a recent school shooting in Oxford.

Two Rajkot Municipal Corporation employees have been arrested for allegedly tampering with documents related to the TRP game zone, where a fire killed 27 people last month. Assistant town planning officer Rajesh Makwana and assistant engineer Jaideep Chaudhary were arrested for making changes to an official register and forging documents. This brings the total number of arrests to 12, including six government employees. The arrests were made by the city crime branch, which is investigating the incident. The tampered documents are believed to be related to the game zone's safety and construction permits.

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will meet India's NSA Ajit Doval on June 17-18 for the second Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET) initiative, following PM Modi's third term. They will review projects from January 2023, including technology transfer for Tejas Mark II jets. Despite media speculation about strained ties over a proscribed terrorist, PM Modi and President Biden affirmed strong India-US relations at the G-7 summit. Earlier concerns were dispelled as both leaders met cordially, reaffirming deep bilateral engagement.