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Agra is baking under fierce June heat, but now the monsoon is rolling in with rain and thunderstorms. Temperatures are topping 112°F, but early rainfall may cool things down sooner than usual. There's a risk of flooding, so residents are urged to stay alert.

Heavy monsoon rains are set to sweep across several Indian states in the next 24 hours, pushing temperatures to a muggy 28–31°C. The alert emphasizes caution in coastal and southern regions, where storms, flooding, and reduced visibility may disrupt travel. Residents are urged to stay updated and prepared.

Asian markets soared in June 2025, with the Nikkei 225 reaching record highs after Trump's aggressive tariff decisions jolted global trade. Key moves included steep steel tariffs, threats against the EU and Apple, and China's tariff tit-for-tat. Legal battles and global skepticism signal lingering uncertainty.

The Sensex and Nifty ended almost unchanged on October 1, 2024, shrugging off market swings and global pressure. IT companies led gains, while banking and energy lost ground. Midcap and smallcap stocks quietly outperformed, highlighting ongoing sectoral shifts and investor caution.

Uttar Pradesh cities like Lucknow and Noida are enduring a harsh heatwave on June 12, 2025, with temperatures soaring up to 42°C. The IMD issues warnings as high humidity escalates discomfort and only a handful of rainy days offer limited relief. Residents are urged to take precautions amid clear, scorching June skies.

Assam's Chief Minister ordered shoot-at-sight in Dhubri following the discovery of a cow's head near a temple during Eid, triggering violent protests. Security forces have been deployed, dozens arrested, and police leadership shifted to regain control and restore calm.

Dhubri in Assam saw deep communal unrest after cow heads were found near a Hanuman temple on two consecutive days, resulting in clashes and 38 arrests. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma ordered strong police actions, including arrests of criminals and 'shoot-at-sight' directives, and shuffled police leadership. The situation remains tense in this sensitive border district.

Jordan walks a tightrope in the Israel-Hamas war, juggling secret security ties with Israel, fierce public criticism, and loud local protests. Striking a balance between external threats, especially from Iran and Hamas, and rising domestic anger, Amman’s decisions reveal just how tricky the regional landscape has become.

A catastrophic Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad has left 241 dead and one survivor, prompting shock, grief, and new scrutiny of aviation safety. The Boeing 787-8 struck a medical college after takeoff, resulting in additional casualties. Investigations are underway as officials and families seek answers.

Google pulled 331 harmful Android apps from the Play Store after researchers found they were stealing user data and tricking people with ad fraud and phishing. The apps, disguised as regular tools, got over 60 million downloads before being ousted. Experts say users still need to watch for suspicious apps.