A Lufthansa flight en route from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return to its origin following a bomb threat. The flight, LH 752, took off from Frankfurt on June 14 but turned back mid-air after German authorities received a threat, prompting immediate security measures. On its return, the aircraft was isolated and thoroughly inspected. Lufthansa stated that all passengers were safe and were rebooked on alternative flights. Indian authorities, including the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), have been informed and are coordinating with their German counterparts. The investigation into the source of the threat is ongoing, as security protocols were stringently followed to ensure passenger safety. (PC: AP & Thrilllist)

Tehran confirms its airspace remains closed amid Israeli bombing but has opened all land borders to facilitate evacuation of Indian students stranded in multiple Iranian cities following intensified military exchanges. In response to India’s request, the Indian Embassy in Tehran issued emergency helpline numbers, formed a Telegram group, and urged students to register with travel documents so authorities can coordinate safe passage. Thousands of Indian nationals, many from Jammu & Kashmir, are demanding a temporary cessation of hostilities by both Tehran and Jerusalem to allow airport evacuations. The government is monitoring the situation and assisting relocations to safer areas. (PC: Deccan Herald & NPR)

Indian-origin young artist Aahdvik, from Toronto, made a heartwarming tribute to PM Modi as the PM began his three‑nation visit. The Consulate General of India in Toronto shared a video showcasing Aahdvik and his parents Niharika (Mother) from Lucknow and Shashank (Father) from Varanasi, greeting the PM with “Namaste.” Aahdvik holds up a pencil sketch of the Prime Minister, addressed affectionately by his mother as “Priya Pradhan Mantri.” Modi departed Cyprus earlier today and arrives in Canada for the G7 outreach session, aiming to deepen ties in trade, investment, security, technology, and people‑to‑people exchanges. The family’s gesture highlights diaspora enthusiasm as Modi embarks on the Canada leg of his tour.

A British Airways flight to Chennai returned to London’s Heathrow Airport on Sunday due to a technical problem. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner had taken off at 1:16 pm after a short delay. It circled over the Strait of Dover before heading back as a safety step. The airline said the flight landed safely, and all passengers got off normally. British Airways is now helping travellers continue their journey. In a separate case, a Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad also turned back mid-air. The exact reason is not yet known. Both airlines are working to fix the issues. (PC: AP)

A British F-35B fighter jet made an emergency landing at Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram airport late Saturday night. The jet, part of the UK's Prince of Wales aircraft carrier group, ran low on fuel during a flight over the Indian Ocean. The Indian Air Force (IAF) confirmed it helped ensure the aircraft’s safe landing. The jet had recently taken part in drills with the Indian Navy. Experts say the landing is unusual but not rare. Bad weather near the carrier may have stopped it from landing there. The fighter is now parked at the airport. No official comment yet from the UK. (PC: ANI)

The Indian Embassy in Tehran has issued a critical advisory amid escalating Iran‑Israel hostilities. Indian nationals, residents or visitors are urged to remain vigilant, limit non‑essential travel, and strictly follow local safety directives. Dedicated hotline numbers have been activated including two telephone lines (+98 9128109115, +98 9128109109), WhatsApp contacts (+98 901044557, +98 9015993320, +91 8086871709), and regional helplines in Bandar Abbas and Zahedan to ensure prompt support during emergencies. A Telegram channel has also been launched to deliver real‑time updates. The embassy’s initiative seeks to safeguard the Indian community as direct strikes between Iran and Israel persist for a third day, causing casualties and disrupting normal life. (PC: NDTV)

A British F‑35B Lightning II stealth fighter from the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Saturday (June 14, 2025) after critically low fuel during a sortie over the Arabian Sea . Adverse weather near the carrier likely prevented a safe deck recovery . The Indian Air Force confirmed the diversion was routine and provided full assistance for flight safety . The jet, unharmed, now awaits refuelling clearance and is parked securely under tight security. The incident underscores enhancing UK‑India military cooperation in the Indo‑Pacific region.

Amid open Israel–Iran hostilities, anxiety grips three Punjab villages as families await the return of Husanpreet Singh (27), Amritpal Singh (23) and Jaspal Singh (32). The three men were kidnapped in Tehran by human traffickers claiming to offer legal migration to Australia after they’d paid ₹18 lakh each. Rescued by Iranian police on June 3, the men reported “torture videos and ransom threats” but were said to be safe and heading to the Indian embassy. Families trusted official assurances, but escalating military exchanges between Israel and Iran, delays in travel documents and new diplomatic complexities have intensified fears. They now simply pray: “We just want them home.” (PC: Al Jazeera & France 24)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to visit Qingdao, China, on June 24–25 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers’ meeting. This marks his first ministerial-level visit to China since the October 2024 troop withdrawal agreement following the 2020 Galwan clash. His attendance underscores India’s commitment to stabilising bilateral ties and supporting China’s SCO presidency. Discussions are expected to cover reviving the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage, restoring air connectivity, sharing hydrological data, easing visa processes, and enhancing people-to-people exchanges. Singh last met his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, at Laos’s ADMM‑Plus, and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri recently met Vice‑Foreign Minister Sun Weidong in New Delhi to reaffirm “people-centric engagements”. (PC: Business Standard)

On the night of June 14, a British F‑35 fighter jet performed an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. Air traffic authorities declared an emergency to facilitate a swift, controlled touchdown. According to PTI, the aircraft reportedly launched from a UK carrier roughly 100 nautical miles off Kerala’s coast diverted due to critically low fuel levels. Despite the in‑flight emergency, the jet landed safely around 9:30 pm, and subsequent refuelling allowed it to resume its mission. The incident underscores the vital challenges of fuel management in military aviation and highlights effective crisis coordination between international flight crews and airport services for safe outcomes. (PC: UK Defence Journal)