Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked the people for their support in the Lok Sabha polls and asked them to remove the 'Modi Ka Parivar' slogan from their social media profiles. In a post on X, he expressed gratitude for the affection shown during the campaign. Modi noted the NDA's third consecutive majority and emphasized the continued bond as one family striving for India's progress. He introduced the slogan in Telangana earlier this year, which many, including top BJP leaders, adopted. Modi assured that while display names may change, the unity and commitment to India’s development remain strong.

Mohan Charan Majhi, 52, has been named the next Chief Minister of Odisha by the BJP. Majhi is the third tribal to hold this position. He will be supported by two deputy CMs: Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and Pravati Parida. Majhi, who represents Keonjhar Sadar, was chosen unanimously at a BJP meeting. Known for his role in exposing a major mining scam, Majhi has been a key figure in Odisha politics. The BJP celebrated his appointment with slogans praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the new CM. Majhi will take the oath on Wednesday.

Chandrababu Naidu, leader of the Telugu Desam Party, will take the oath as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh on June 12. The event promises to be a star-studded affair, with renowned actors like Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, Rajinikanth, and Allu Arjun expected to attend. Naidu’s allies, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, will also be present. This high-profile ceremony follows Naidu’s TDP securing a decisive victory in the state elections, with 135 out of 175 seats, ousting Jagan Mohan Reddy's YSRCP.

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, was convicted on June 11 of lying about his drug use to purchase a gun in 2018. A federal jury in Wilmington, Delaware, found him guilty on all three counts. This makes Hunter Biden the first child of a sitting U.S. president convicted of a crime. Sentencing is expected within 120 days, with guidelines suggesting a possible 15 to 21 months in prison. This verdict is significant amidst claims of politicized justice by former President Trump, convicted last month on unrelated charges.

A new study reveals a significant decline in ozone-depleting hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), with levels peaking in 2021—five years earlier than expected. The Montreal Protocol, signed in 1987, has been credited with this success, highlighting effective global action against HCFCs found in refrigeration and aerosols. Lead author Luke Western from the University of Bristol attributes the decline to stricter regulations and industry shifts. The study, published in Nature Climate Change, underscores the protocol's role in protecting the ozone layer and combating global warming.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, facing a crucial election on July 4, acknowledged public frustration with the Conservative Party. Sunak, aiming for a second term, launched the party's manifesto emphasizing financial security and tax reductions. Despite these pledges, the Conservatives trail Labour by 20 points in polls. Sunak admitted, "I'm not blind to the fact that people are frustrated with our party." The campaign faces additional challenges, including criticisms over Sunak's conduct and economic policies. With just weeks left, the election appears contentious as Conservatives strive to regain voter trust.

Six newly-elected MPs from the INDIA bloc in Uttar Pradesh are facing serious criminal charges, potentially jeopardizing their parliamentary seats. Among them is Ghazipur MP Afzal Ansari, who is appealing a four-year conviction under the Gangster Act. Other MPs include Dharmendra Yadav of Azamgarh with multiple charges, Babu Singh Kushwaha of Jaunpur linked to the NRHM scam, and Rambhual Nishad of Sultanpur with eight cases. If convicted, these MPs could lose their membership, altering the balance of power in the state, which saw INDIA bloc win 43 of the 80 seats in the recent Lok Sabha elections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Italy for the G7 Summit in Borgo Egnazia from June 13-15, marking his first foreign visit since starting his third term. Accompanied by a high-level delegation including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Modi will engage in bilateral meetings, notably with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The summit will focus on the Ukraine conflict and Middle East tensions, bringing together leaders like US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron. This visit underscores India’s commitment to addressing global challenges alongside advanced economies.

The BJP has chosen Mohan Charan Majhi, a four-time MLA from Keonjhar, as Odisha's new Chief Minister. Majhi, the party's tribal face, will be joined by deputies KV Singh Deo and Pravati Parida. This decision follows the induction of senior state leaders Dharmendra Pradhan and Jual Oram into the Union government. The oath ceremony, attended by PM Modi and former CM Naveen Patnaik, will be held at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar on June 12. Majhi’s appointment marks the BJP's first formation of government in Odisha after 24 years of BJD rule.

A British Airways flight en route to Delhi made an unexpected return to London on Tuesday due to a technical issue. The ICAG.L Boeing BA.N 787 Dreamliner landed safely at Heathrow Airport, with all passengers disembarking normally. The airline reported the problem as minor and assured that passenger safety was not compromised. British Airways is currently arranging alternative travel plans for the affected passengers and investigating the cause of the issue.