🇨🇳 PM Modi to Visit Tianjin, China for SCO Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Tianjin, China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit — a key platform for regional security, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation. The SCO, founded in 2001, includes members like China, Russia, India, Pakistan, and Central Asian nations. This visit is expected to focus on trade corridors, connectivity, and joint counter-terrorism efforts, especially amid global geopolitical tensions.

🌊 Flash Floods in Kheer Ganga River, Uttarakhand

Heavy rainfall in Uttarkashi district triggered flash floods in the Kheer Ganga River, causing sudden surges in water flow. Authorities have issued alerts and advised tourists and locals to stay away from riverbanks. Uttarakhand, known for its fragile Himalayan terrain, is prone to such monsoon-related disasters — a reminder of the urgent need for improved early warning systems and disaster management in hill states.

⚡ WMO Certifies 829 km Mega-Flash Lightning Record

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has officially certified a record-breaking lightning strike stretching 829 km across the southern United States — roughly the distance from Delhi to Ahmedabad. This “megaflash” occurred in April 2020 and surpassed the previous record of 709 km. Such extreme lightning events are rare but are increasing in frequency as climate change influences storm intensity.

🇲🇲 Myanmar President U Myint Swe Dies at 74

Myanmar’s President U Myint Swe, aged 74, has passed away. A former military general, he played a crucial role in the country’s political transition phases and served as acting president during key political crises. His death comes at a time when Myanmar is already facing internal conflict, military rule, and international isolation.