Lukose, a Kerala native working in Kuwait for 18 years, tragically perished in a fire that claimed 49 lives and injured 50 others. He had recently purchased a mobile phone to celebrate his elder daughter's outstanding performance in her class 12 exams. Initially hopeful after a brief phone call during the fire, his fate was confirmed by friends and church members later that day. Survived by his elderly parents, wife, and two daughters, Lukose's planned visit home to Bengaluru for his daughter's nursing course admission now ends in mourning for his family and community in Kollam, Kerala.

India's victory over the USA in the T20 World Cup led to a flood of memes online, especially focusing on Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's reactions during the match. The game, which featured a diverse US team with many players of Indian origin, ended with India qualifying for the top 8 teams. Despite the USA's spirited performance, they couldn't overcome India at New York's Nassau County International Cricket Stadium. Off the field, social media buzzed with humorous memes about immigration topics like Green Cards and Aadhar cards, capturing the playful rivalry between Indian and American cricket fans.

Dr. Brendan Ferrao of Malad, Mumbai, discovered a human finger inside a Yummo butterscotch ice cream cone ordered online. Initially mistaking it for a "big nut," Ferrao found a nail attached to the piece. He reported the incident to Malad police, who sent the finger for forensic examination. Yummo Ice Creams halted production at the third-party facility and isolated the product. They are cooperating fully with the investigation, emphasizing their commitment to product safety. The incident has raised serious concerns about food safety and contamination.

The Centre informed the Supreme Court that the grace marks awarded to 1,563 NEET-UG 2024 candidates have been nullified, necessitating a re-exam on June 23. This follows concerns over irregularities, including suspected paper leaks. Candidates can either retake the exam or accept their original scores without compensatory marks. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized accountability, while Physics Wallah's Alakh Pandey highlighted trust issues with the National Testing Agency (NTA). The NTA aims to release re-exam results by June 30 to maintain the July 6 counselling schedule.

In the aftermath of the tragic fire in Mangaf, Kuwait, Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh met with injured Indian workers at Jaber Hospital on Thursday. The blaze, which erupted in a housing facility for migrant laborers, claimed 49 lives, including 41 Indians. Singh assured that the injured are receiving proper treatment and emphasized India's cooperation with Kuwaiti authorities to expedite the identification and repatriation of the deceased. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced ₹2 lakh in ex-gratia relief for each victim's family, while Congress urged for a higher compensation of ₹25 lakh. Investigations into the fire's cause continue.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday to address the recent surge in terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, targeting Reasi, Kathua, and Doda districts. Joined by NSA Ajit Doval, PM Modi directed the deployment of all counter-terror resources to restore peace. Following discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha, Modi emphasized enhancing security and counter-terror operations. In response, security forces launched extensive searches in the affected districts. J&K Police have released sketches of suspects and announced a ₹20 lakh reward for information leading to their arrest.

Pakistan's chances of advancing to the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup are in jeopardy due to flash floods in Florida. A state of emergency has been declared in Fort Lauderdale, grounding hundreds of flights and leaving the Sri Lankan cricket team stranded. The floods have already caused the washout of one match, and upcoming games involving India, Pakistan, and USA are at risk. Pakistan must beat Ireland by a narrow margin and rely on USA losing to Ireland to qualify. The situation is precarious, and the fate of Pakistan's campaign hangs in the balance.

Following a devastating fire in Kuwait that claimed 49 lives, including 41 Indians, opposition leaders in India have criticized the government's response. Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai argued that the ₹2 lakh compensation announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is insufficient. He emphasized that in the face of inflation and economic difficulties, each bereaved family deserves at least ₹25 lakhs in compensation. Rai also called for job opportunities for one family member of each victim to help sustain their households. The tragedy has prompted broader discussions about the living conditions of foreign laborers in Kuwait and the adequacy of support provided to their families back in India.

An explosion at Chamundi Explosive Pvt Ltd in Nagpur's Dhamna village has resulted in five fatalities and five injuries. The incident occurred during the packing of explosives around 1 pm. Among the deceased are four women. Police commissioner Ravinder Singhal confirmed the ongoing investigation, with the presence of crime branch and senior officers at the scene. The bodies of the victims have been taken to a hospital for postmortem examination. The factory is situated approximately 25 km from Nagpur city, falling within the Hingna police station limits.

Four shops owned by members of the Hmar-Kuki-Zomi tribes were set on fire in Jiribam, sparking fresh tension in the region. The Indigenous Tribes Advocacy Committee (ITAC) alleged that the Meitei armed group Arambai Tenggol was responsible for the attack. The committee demanded immediate arrest and punishment of the perpetrators. The burned shops were located in Hmar Veng and Kalinagar areas, and the ITAC urged authorities to provide 24-hour protection to areas inhabited by tribal communities, fearing further destruction and theft. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between tribal groups in the region.