A key accused linked to the 2019 Pulwama attack was reportedly shot dead in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reviving focus on cross-border militancy.An Air India flight from Delhi to Bengaluru suffered a tailstrike during landing, prompting an aircraft inspection and flight disruptions.Satirical online group Cockroach Janta Party had its X account withheld in India, days after it gained traction over remarks linked to the CJI.The Calcutta HC has directed the CBI to form an SIT to investigate allegations that parts of the RG Kar rape and murder case were suppressed, intensifying scrutiny of the high-profile probe.A US congressional report said at least 42 American military aircraft were lost or damaged during operations against Iran, highlighting the rising cost of the conflict.Here are your top stories of the day
Pulwama attack mastermind killed in PoK
Hamza Burhan, an alleged mastermind linked to the 2019 Pulwama terror attack, was reportedly killed by unidentified gunmen in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Burhan had been designated a terrorist by the Indian government in 2022 and was associated with the banned outfit Al Badr. The development has renewed attention on individuals linked to one of the deadliest attacks on Indian security forces in recent years. Read full story
Air India flight suffers tailstrike during Bengaluru landing
An Air India flight from Delhi to Bengaluru experienced a tailstrike while landing at Kempegowda International Airport, though all passengers and crew disembarked safely. The airline said the aircraft had been grounded for detailed inspection and that the incident would be investigated according to established procedures. The return Bengaluru-Delhi flight was cancelled as a result. Read full story
Cockroach Janta Party account withheld in India
The X account of the satirical online collective Cockroach Janta Party has been withheld in India shortly after the group gained viral attention. The movement emerged following controversy over remarks attributed to Chief Justice of India Surya Kant during a court hearing, though he later clarified that his comments had been misrepresented. The group has since launched a new account and continued posting political satire online. Read full story
Calcutta High Court orders fresh SIT probe into alleged RG Kar cover-up
The Calcutta High Court on Thursday directed the Central Bureau of Investigation to constitute a Special Investigation Team under its joint director (East) to examine allegations that aspects of the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder case were “hushed up”. The court also asked the SIT to submit a detailed status report by June 25, amid continuing judicial scrutiny of the investigation into the 2024 rape and murder of a trainee doctor on hospital premises. Read full story
US report details heavy aircraft losses in Iran operations
A report by the Congressional Research Service said at least 42 US military aircraft were lost or damaged during operations against Iran launched on February 28. The reported losses include fighter jets, drones, refuelling aircraft and surveillance planes, while the estimated cost of the campaign has risen to $29 billion. The findings underline the growing military and financial strain of the conflict for Washington. Read full story
