A five-storey building collapsed in Mathu Colony, Shimla, due to cracks caused by the construction of a four-lane road. Local residents reported that the building fell this morning, with adjacent structures also at risk. Fortunately, no casualties occurred as the building was vacant. Videos of the collapse circulated on social media, highlighting the rapid destruction. The meteorological department has issued a red alert for heavy rain in Himachal Pradesh, raising concerns about safety and the lessons learned from past disasters.

The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is set to announce the results for the 2nd PUC exam 3 soon. This exam provides a final opportunity for students to pass or improve their scores within the academic year. Students can check their results on the official portal, karresults.nic.in, using their registration number. The 2nd PUC exam 3 was conducted from June 9 to June 21, 2025. Previous exams showed an overall pass percentage of 81.94%, with significant participation in supplementary attempts.

Security forces conducted a joint mock drill at Yatri Niwas, the Amarnath Yatra base camp, to ensure safety for the upcoming pilgrimage. The first batch of pilgrims will depart from Jammu on July 2, with the Yatra starting on July 3. Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishy confirmed all preparations are complete and urged people to participate. The drill assessed emergency response capabilities for potential landslides and involved rescuing stranded vehicles. Enhanced security measures, including K-9 units and increased patrols, have been implemented to ensure a safe pilgrimage, which will last until August 9.

A vessel named MT Yi Cheng 6, carrying 14 Indian crew members, suffered a major fire in its engine room and experienced total power failure while transiting from Kandla, India to Shinas, Oman. The Indian Navy's ship INSTabar, deployed in the Gulf of Oman, responded to the distress call and provided immediate assistance. Firefighting teams and equipment were transferred to the vessel, and efforts to control the fire have significantly reduced its intensity. This incident highlights the Indian Navy's ongoing commitment to maritime safety and assistance to distressed vessels.