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TUI Airways Flight Attendant Falls from Plane Before Takeoff; Investigation Launched
- A TUI Airways flight attendant fell from the aircraft as it was preparing for departure in December, 2024, leading to serious injuries.
- The unnamed flight attendant was attended to by emergency services and subsequently airlifted to Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham for treatment
- The fall took place at East Midlands Airport in the UK, where the flight was scheduled to depart shortly before the incident.
- The accident happened around 4:30 PM local time in December, 2024, prompting an immediate response from the East Midlands Ambulance Service.
- An investigation has been launched by the Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure safety protocols are followed
Mahindra Set to Launch Three New Models—Including EV and Facelift—Back-to-Back in 2025
- Mahindra BE 07 EV Launch: Brand’s flagship electric SUV, priced around ₹29 lakh, launches August 2025.
- Thar Facelift Debut: Updated Thar SUV with refreshed design set for January 2026.
- XUV700 Facelift Introduction: XUV700 facelift expected in January 2026, targeting premium SUV buyers.
- Electric and ICE Expansion: Mahindra to offer both electric and internal combustion vehicles in lineup.
- Aggressive Product Pipeline: Mahindra plans multiple launches, signaling strong push into EV and SUV segments.
Adani Green Energy Achieves New Milestone: Surpasses 15,000 MW in Renewable Capacity
- AGEL’s operational renewable energy capacity reached 15,539.9 MW, the highest in India.
- This milestone was achieved just 15 months after crossing the 10,000 MW mark.
- The portfolio includes 11,005.5 MW solar, 1,977.8 MW wind, and 2,556.6 MW hybrid.
- AGEL’s capacity can power 7.9 million households and offset 28.6 million tonnes CO₂ yearly.
- AGEL targets 50,000 MW by 2030 and is building the world’s largest 30,000 MW plant in Khavda.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Set to Break Afridi and Gavaskar Records in IND vs ENG 2nd Test
- Yashasvi Jaiswal is just 97 runs away from reaching 2,000 Test runs, aiming to be the fastest Indian to do so.
- He could break Sunil Gavaskar’s 49-year-old record for quickest Indian to 2,000 Test runs.
- Jaiswal is also close to breaking the world record for the fastest 50 sixes in Test cricket, currently held by Shahid Afridi.
- He scored a century (101 runs) in the first Test against England, showcasing excellent form.
- The second Test against England at Edgbaston starts July 2, where Jaiswal could surpass both Rohit Sharma and Afridi.
Agra Airport Targeted by Bomb Threat; Gunfire Reported Near Taj Mahal, Security Intensified
- Agra Airport received a bomb threat via email, claiming explosives were hidden in a backpack.
- The threatening email was sent from IDs ‘roadkill’ and ‘kyokill’, mentioning a planned attack.
- Security agencies immediately evacuated the airport and conducted a thorough search; no explosives found.
- Police registered a case and launched a cyber investigation to trace the origin of the threat.
- Separately, shots were fired near the Taj Mahal’s parking after a car tried to breach security; suspects fled.
Trump Warns Israel Over Netanyahu Corruption Trial, Ties U.S. Aid to Case Dismissal
- Trump publicly criticized Israeli prosecutors, calling Netanyahu's corruption trial a "witch hunt" and "insanity".
- He warned that the U.S., as Israel's largest military backer, "will not tolerate" the ongoing prosecution.
- Trump linked the trial to Netanyahu's ability to negotiate with Hamas and Iran, saying it hinders peace efforts.
- He suggested U.S. aid to Israel could be at risk if the trial continues, breaking with longstanding U.S. policy.
- Israeli opposition leaders condemned Trump's remarks, urging non-interference in Israel’s independent judicial process.