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09 June 2025
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Heritage (2)
Tiger Attack Claims Third Victim in Ranthambore National Park
On June 9, 2025, a 60-year-old caretaker of the Jain Temple located within the historic Ranthambore Fort in Rajasthan’s Sawai Madhopur district was mauled to death by a tiger. This incident marks the third fatality due to tiger attacks in the Ranthambore National Park within the past two months. The deceased, Radheyshyam Saini, was attacked during his morning routine while carrying a lathi and a torch. Despite efforts by other watchmen and employees who rushed to the scene upon hearing his cries, they were unable to locate him immediately. His body was later discovered in the bushes, approximately 40 meters away, with severe injuries to his neck and thigh. The Forest Department is yet to confirm the identity of the tiger involved. This incident has led to public outrage, with locals staging a dharna and blocking the Sawai Madhopur-Kundera road, accusing the Forest Department of negligence and demanding compensation for the bereaved family. Prior to this, a forest ranger and a seven-year-old boy had also been killed in similar attacks in April and May 2025. The Forest Department had issued an advisory on June 8, 2025, restricting entry into the fort due to increased tiger activity in the area. The temples within the fort continue to attract a large number of devotees.
Karnataka Bans Plastic in Muzrai Temples from August 15, 2023
The Karnataka State government has announced a ban on the use of plastic in temples under the Muzrai Department, effective from August 15, 2023. Ramalinga Reddy, Minister for Transport and Muzrai, stated that the ban will be implemented across 34,505 temples. This decision aligns with the government's broader efforts to control plastic usage in the state. Additionally, the Muzrai Department has identified 1,253 temples and registered 11,322 properties in the last three months. Plans are underway to register 36,000 acres of land and link them with the Bhoomi system. The government also intends to construct residential buildings near significant temples in other states, with one such project already underway on M.G. Road in Tirupati. Furthermore, the department has provided scholarships to 249 children of priests and ₹14 lakh in compensation to the families of seven deceased priests.
Politics (2)
Minister Cheluvarayaswamy Compensates Family of Stampede Victim in Mandya
N. Cheluvarayaswamy, the Minister in charge of Mandya district, visited the residence of Poornachandra, a 26-year-old victim of the stampede outside M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The tragic incident occurred on June 4, 2025, during a function organized to felicitate the Royal Challengers of Bengaluru following their maiden victory in IPL 2025. Cheluvarayaswamy handed over a compensation cheque of ₹25 lakh to Poornachandra’s mother. He was accompanied by K.R. Pet MLA H.T. Manju and Deputy Commissioner Kumar. The stampede resulted in the deaths of eleven individuals, making it a significant incident in the region.
Minister Saseendran Retracts Conspiracy Accusation in Vazhikkadavu Tragedy
Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran has retracted his earlier accusation of conspiracy against the United Democratic Front (UDF) regarding the tragic death of 15-year-old Ananthu at Vazhikkadavu. The incident occurred on a Saturday evening when Ananthu, a 10th-grade student, accidentally touched a live electric trap illegally set for wild boars near his home, leading to his electrocution. While his friends were rescued, Ananthu succumbed to his injuries. The UDF had termed the incident a 'government-sponsored murder', attributing responsibility to the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB). Saseendran clarified that he only pointed out potential suspicions of a conspiracy being exploited for political purposes before the election and did not directly accuse anyone. The incident has sparked a heated political exchange between the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the Opposition UDF, with both sides trading accusations over the responsibility for the tragedy.
Defence (2)
Tri-Services Coordinate Repatriation of Soldier Killed in Sikkim Landslide
In a solemn and coordinated effort, the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy facilitated the final journey of Sepoy Sainudheen P.K., who tragically lost his life in a landslide in Sikkim’s Mangan district on June 1, 2024. The landslide struck a military camp in Chhaten, resulting in the death of three Army personnel and injuries to four others. Sainudheen’s body was recovered after an eight-day search operation. His mortal remains were transported approximately 2,500 km from the disaster site at an altitude of 9,000 feet in Sikkim to his native island of Androth in the Lakshadweep archipelago. The repatriation involved Army Aviation helicopters, IAF aircraft including the C-295, and a ceremonial wreath-laying tribute with full military honours at the Bengdubi Military Station in West Bengal. The Navy rendered a guard of honour at Androth. Sainudheen, born on December 20, 1991, had served with distinction in challenging terrains, including the Siachen Glacier, since joining the Army on March 24, 2012. His sacrifice underscores the valour and dedication of India’s armed forces.
NDRF Assesses Flood Preparedness at Harangi Dam Ahead of Monsoon
A team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted an inspection of Harangi Dam and flood-prone areas in Kushalnagar, Karnataka, to assess flood risks and review preparedness measures ahead of the monsoon season. The visit, led by Inspector Ajay Kumar, aimed to evaluate on-ground conditions and implement measures to ensure public safety. R.M. Ananya Vasudev, representing the District Disaster Management Authority, provided a detailed briefing on the current situation and ongoing preparedness initiatives. Local officials, including Harangi Dam Assistant Engineer Soumya, along with representatives from various departments, participated in discussions to coordinate safety and precautionary measures. Since the devastating floods and landslides in Kodagu during 2018 and 2019, the NDRF has been routinely deployed in the district during monsoon seasons as part of proactive disaster management efforts.
Schemes (1)
Calcutta High Court Questions West Bengal's Honorarium Scheme for Dismissed Non-Teaching Staff
The Calcutta High Court, on June 9, 2025, raised questions regarding the West Bengal government's decision to provide a monthly honorarium to non-teaching staff dismissed under a Supreme Court order. The court sought an explanation from the State on why these staff members, who were dismissed following the annulment of 26,000 teaching and non-teaching appointments made by the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) in 2016, should receive financial assistance while remaining at home. Justice Amrita Sinha questioned the rationale behind the scheme, asking whether the recipients would contribute anything in return for the honorarium. The court also inquired about the State's plans for waitlisted candidates who were affected by the irregular recruitment process. The West Bengal government had announced in April 2025 that the dismissed Group C and Group D staff would receive monthly honorariums of ₹25,000 and ₹20,000, respectively, until the Supreme Court delivers a verdict on review petitions. The court has temporarily halted the disbursement of these funds pending further orders.
Awards (1)
IIMB Announces 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awardees
The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has announced the recipients of its Distinguished Alumni Awards (DAA) for this year. The awardees include Sandhya Shekhar (PGP 1984), a strategy consultant and independent director; Prashant Jain (PGP 1991), founder and CIO of 3P Investment Managers; Mathew Cyriac (PGP 1994), executive chairman of Florintree Advisors; and Vineet Saraiwala (PGP 2015), founder and CEO of Atypical Advantage. The DAA recognizes alumni for exceptional achievements in their respective fields. Each awardee will receive a citation, and their names will be engraved on IIMB’s Wall of Fame. The awards ceremony is scheduled for June 15, 2024. Additionally, IIMB will host the orientation for its 2025-2027 MBA batch on June 9, 2024. Vineet Saraiwala’s organisation, Atypical Advantage, was recently honored with the National Startup Award for Social Impact and the National Award for Best Placement Organisation in 2024.
World Affairs (1)
Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s ISS Mission Postponed to June 11 Due to Weather
The launch of Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission to the International Space Station (ISS) has been postponed once again. Initially scheduled for June 8, 2025, the Axiom-4 Mission was rescheduled to June 10 due to technical issues, and now it has been delayed to June 11, 2025, due to unfavorable weather conditions. The mission, set to take off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida, will launch at 5:30 p.m. IST on June 11. Group Captain Shukla, the pilot of the Ax-4 mission, will be accompanied by former NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson (commander), and European Space Agency project astronauts Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski (Poland) and Tibor Kapu (Hungary). The crew is currently in quarantine. Once docked at the ISS, they will conduct microgravity research, technology demonstrations, and outreach activities during their 14-day stay. This marks the third rescheduling of the launch.
Miscellaneous (3)
Automatic Weather Stations Deployed in Meenachil River Basin for Landslide Detection
Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat), the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), and the Environmental Resources Research Centre (ERRC) in Thiruvananthapuram have collaborated on a social responsibility project titled ‘Creating an automated warning system for landslides in the landslide susceptible zones of the Meenachil river basin, Kerala’. As part of this multi-institutional initiative, three automatic weather stations (AWS) have been installed in Theekoy, Poonjar Thekkekara, and Munnilavu panchayats within the Meenachil river basin. These stations, supported by NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), aim to develop a reliable monitoring and alerting system for landslides. The project, led by S. Abhilash, Director of the Advanced Centre for Atmospheric Radar Research at Cusat, focuses on the Western Ghats region, which is highly vulnerable to landslides during the monsoon season. The initiative also involves community participation through the Meenachil River Protection Committee, aiming to mitigate the risks of landslides and localized floods caused by extreme rainfall.
Kottucherry Medu Fisherwomen Demand Dedicated Fish Drying Yard
Fisherwomen from Kottucherry Medu, a coastal village in Karaikal, Puducherry, have demanded the local administration to allocate a dedicated space for drying fish. The village, with over 500 families, relies heavily on small-scale fishing, where men engage in fishing while women handle drying and marketing the catch. Currently, the women are forced to dry fish along Mandapathur Road and nearby open sand patches, which are unhygienic and unsafe. This practice leads to contamination from dust, waste, and vehicle movement, affecting the quality of the fish. The fisherwomen have highlighted that neighboring coastal villages have designated drying facilities, and the lack of such infrastructure in Kottucherry Medu is impacting their livelihood and working conditions. They have appealed to the Karaikal district administration to provide a proper drying yard, which would improve their income and safety.
Second Phase of Plus One Admissions: 21,887 Students Allotted Seats
The General Education Department announced the second phase of allotments for Plus One admissions on Monday, with 21,887 students receiving seats. Additionally, 20,511 students secured higher options. Out of 4,63,686 applicants, 2,43,155 were allotted seats, leaving 75,419 seats vacant. Malappuram had the highest number of new allotments (2,977), while Wayanad had the least (667). Malappuram also had the most vacant seats (17,970), followed by Kannur (8,408) and Kozhikode (8,122). The allotment process covered 3,18,574 merit quota seats, with Malappuram leading in allotments (39,663). Vacant seats were noted across various categories, including 16,934 for Scheduled Castes and 27,807 for Scheduled Tribes. Admissions for the second allotment will begin on Tuesday at 10 a.m. and end on Wednesday at 5 p.m. Students can check allotment details on the official website, www.hscap.kerala.gov.in. Candidates must remit fees for permanent admission if they receive their first option in the merit quota.
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