Times of India

An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe turbulence on Tuesday morning. The aircraft briefly lost altitude, causing injuries to 17 passengers and crew members. One cabin crew member sustained severe injuries, while others had minor wounds. Passengers described the terrifying ordeal, with some being thrown from their seats. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has launched a thorough investigation into the incident.

India stated it will protect national interests after Pakistan deployed Chinese artillery guns. Pakistan has reportedly deployed around 250 Chinese-made SH-15 artillery systems. India criticized Pakistan's recent elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir as a farce. The spokesperson noted civilian deaths during a crackdown in the region. Both nations continue to modernize their respective artillery capabilities.

Greek police have arrested champion boxer Sharif Ahmadzai over the death of Scottish charity worker Elisabeth-Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens. Investigators say CCTV footage, ATM withdrawals using Ross's bank cards and witness testimony linked the 26-year-old to the case. Authorities are continuing forensic tests to determine Ross's cause of death while the homicide investigation proceeds.

The Primary School, a tuition-free institution, will close in June after a decade of operation. This school provided education, healthcare, and family support to low-income children. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative will not continue funding beyond the upcoming academic year. Academic results remained below state averages, prompting the board's decision. The initiative pledged fifty million dollars to aid the transition for affected students.

The US government plans to expand an additional visa fee. This fee currently applies to certain large employers filing H-1B and L-1 petitions. The planned change will extend this charge to visa extension requests. Qualifying employers with over fifty employees and a majority in H-1B or L-1 status will be affected. This expansion aims to fund biometric entry-exit system improvements and other government programs.

The surge in India's higher education landscape is driving a notable increase in demand for student accommodation. With international universities thriving and overseas education expenses rising, a remarkable demographic shift is anticipated, projecting over 70 million students by 2035. This educational migration will generate massive housing needs, prompting a significant boost in institutional investments aimed at nationwide accommodation development.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren addressed recruitment row concerns seriously. Protesting job aspirants demand an independent probe into examination irregularities. The state CID investigation is gathering pace with several arrests made. Former CM Raghubar Das urged dialogue and a CBI inquiry for justice. The indefinite sit-in continues, with protesters vowing to escalate their agitation.

In a firm address, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar cautioned discontented Congress MLAs about the implications of resigning, promising quick acceptance of any such moves. He emphasized the importance of loyalty and patience, drawing from his personal political experiences to underline perseverance. After being sidelined in the recent ministry expansion, two MLAs opted to resign. Shivakumar pledged to create opportunities in state-run boards for those omitted.

During an episode of Alliance, Salman Khan candidly spoke about his brother Sohail Khan's tumultuous marriage to Seema Sajdeh. He expressed admiration for Sohail's attempts to keep their bond intact, emphasizing the emotional toll it took on him. Salman reflected on his initial apprehensions about being on the same platform while addressing Seema's recent comments labeling their marriage as toxic. Still, he found solace in their newfound amicable co-parenting dynamic.

Addressing reporters, CM Yogi said said the initial SIT report had not found any involvement of religious figures in the alleged theft of offerings made at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple. "No involvement of any sadhu-saint was found in the SIT's initial report in the case related to the alleged embezzlement of offerings (chadhava) at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple," he said.

Former England captain Ben Stokes desires to coach the national team in the future. He is currently pursuing his Level Three coaching qualification while still playing. Stokes confirmed his international playing career has concluded, dismissing Ashes return speculation. He expressed surprise at Joe Root's appointment as Test captain over Harry Brook. Stokes praised Stephen Fleming as the new Test coach and wished Root success.

France witnessed its first pyrocumulonimbus fire cloud event in July 2026. This phenomenon occurs when intense wildfires create their own thunderstorms. India's rising temperatures and dry spells increase forest fire frequency. While India has not reported fire clouds, its forests are becoming more flammable. The Himalayan pine belt presents the highest potential for such an event in India.

India currently defends nine trade disputes at the World Trade Organization. The government has spent approximately Rs 2.43 crore on legal services for these cases. Japan, China, the EU, Brazil, and Australia are among the challenging countries. Disputes involve steel imports, sugar support, and ICT tariffs. China also challenges India's production-linked incentive schemes and technology measures.

Amazon briefly surpassed three trillion dollars in market value. Founder Jeff Bezos plans to sell fifteen million shares valued at over four billion dollars. This sale follows a strong second-quarter earnings report for the e-commerce giant. Bezos has previously sold significant amounts of Amazon stock since 2002. His remaining stake in the company remains substantial despite these transactions.

Congress MP Deepender Hooda proposed Haryana as host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. He highlighted Haryana's significant contribution to India's medal tally in sports. Hooda stated that Haryana has secured over fifty percent of India's medals. He urged the government to invest sports infrastructure in Haryana. The MP also criticized the concentration of projects in Gujarat.

For the first time, Brazil faces a significant challenge as bacteria previously exclusive to Asia and the USA have been identified within its borders. These bacteria, known to cause columnaris disease, pose an acute risk to the thriving aquaculture sector. Researchers have isolated four species from the Flavobacterium genus, which can infect both Nile tilapia and indigenous fish species.

India's World Test Championship final hopes depend on the Sri Lanka series. A 2-0 loss would significantly hinder qualification prospects for the Indian team. Winning the series 2-0 improves India's standing but not dramatically. Upcoming away series in New Zealand and Australia present further challenges. India faces a tough schedule with little room for error ahead.

The demonstrators demanded immediate release of all students still in jail and the withdrawal of criminal cases registered against those arrested during the statewide agitation. "We want a verified list of those who have been released from jail and those who are still behind bars after being arrested during the protests," one of the protesters said. A student activist from Siwan also alleged excessive use of force during earlier protests.