A UN investigation has alleged that Israeli forces likely killed over a dozen of their own citizens during the October 7 attacks, invoking the controversial "Hannibal Directive" to prevent hostage-taking. The report, led by former UN human rights chief Navi Pillay, cited strong indications that Israeli military actions resulted in civilian casualties, including 12-year-old twins and a 68-year-old grandmother. The Hannibal Directive, which allowed lethal force to stop abductions, was officially revoked in 2016. The Israeli government has rejected the report's findings, calling it biased and ignoring Hamas’s use of human shields.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a security review in Jammu and Kashmir following multiple terrorist incidents within 90 hours. Shah, in his second term, assessed the situation and planned further actions, including monitoring the Amarnath Yatra preparations on June 16. Recent attacks include militants firing in Doda and an encounter in Kathua resulting in casualties. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting earlier, emphasizing comprehensive countermeasures deployment. The incidents, including attacks on security personnel and a bus tragedy in Reasi, highlight escalating tensions in the region amid heightened security concerns.

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the prosecution of author Arundhati Roy under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) for advocating the 'separation of Kashmir' at a 2010 conference. Roy, along with former Kashmir University professor Sheikh Showkat Hussain, faces charges under IPC sections 153A, 153B, and 505 for promoting enmity and public mischief. The case stems from a complaint by Kashmiri activist Sushil Pandit, leading to a court-ordered FIR. This move reignites a decade-old legal battle over freedom of expression and national security implications.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged a "high-level" delegation to attend an international summit in Switzerland focusing on Ukraine, following discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the G7 summit in Italy. Zelensky expressed gratitude for India's commitment, highlighting discussions on trade expansion and bilateral ties. The summit aims to gather representatives from approximately 100 nations and organizations. Modi's assurance underscores India's diplomatic support amid global efforts to address Ukraine's geopolitical challenges. Zelensky's statement on social media confirmed India's proactive role in the upcoming summit, strengthening bilateral cooperation amidst evolving international dynamics.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reports a sluggish progress of the monsoon since June 11, now extending from Navsari to Islampur. Heatwave conditions persist in northern India with temperatures soaring up to 44.8°C in Delhi, significantly above normal. IMD forecasts further monsoon advancement in Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and parts of Bengal within 4-5 days, expecting heavy rainfall in Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, and Northeast India. Heatwaves are predicted to persist for another 4-5 days in northern regions. Rainfall deficiencies vary across the country, with severe heatwaves expected in several states till mid-June.

Two Indian cricket stars, Shubman Gill and Avesh Khan, part of the reserve squad, may head back from the T20 World Cup after the USA leg concludes on June 15. Despite the team's unbeaten streak in the initial matches under Rohit Sharma's captaincy, the duo, along with traveling reserves Rinku Singh and Khaleel Ahmed, are part of strategic contingencies. With the Super 8 stage in the West Indies approaching, changes in India's bowling strategy are anticipated, with Yuzvendra Chahal likely to feature prominently as per former pacer Sreesanth's insights.

The Canadian government has announced stringent changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, affecting international students, particularly those from India. Effective September 1, 2024, students enrolled in private colleges will no longer qualify automatically for PGWP benefits, aiming to align eligibility with sectors facing labour shortages. This move, expected to reduce the number of PGWP holders, comes amidst a surge in Indian students utilizing PGWPs for job opportunities and eventual permanent residency. Concerns over the program's impact on Indian students, who constitute a significant portion of Canada's international student body, have surfaced amid these regulatory changes.

An Indian Air Force aircraft carrying the bodies of Indians who perished in a tragic fire in Kuwait has touched down at Delhi's Palam airbase. The flight transported 45 bodies from the mishap, which claimed at least 49 lives and injured 50 others in Mangaf. Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted the swift repatriation, coordinated with Kuwaiti authorities. Among the deceased, 23 hailed from Kerala, 7 from Tamil Nadu, and 1 from Karnataka. The tragic incident prompted a coordinated effort by Indian officials, ensuring quick medical assistance and repatriation for affected families.

Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and his wife Pavithra Gowda have been arrested in connection with the murder of Renukaswamy, a fan, whose body was found in a stormwater drain in Kamakshipalya. Newly surfaced CCTV footage from a Chitradurga toll plaza shows a white car allegedly used to transport Renukaswamy to Bengaluru. Initially taken in an auto rickshaw, Renukaswamy was later shifted to this car, rented by the accused. Police discovered the crime after a food delivery person alerted them to dogs eating the victim's body. A total of 16 arrests have been made, including Darshan and Pavithra.            

NASA announced that the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, carrying astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, will undock from the International Space Station (ISS) and return to Earth on June 22. Despite encountering challenges like helium leaks and thruster failures during its mission, Starliner's upcoming return marks a critical test for future crewed missions. The spacecraft's journey back is expected to take approximately six hours, aiming for landing in Utah or New Mexico, contingent on weather conditions.