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📰 Rani's News Digest –

Welcome to your daily curated digest of news in AI, Health, Technology, India, and around the world. ❤️ from Rani!

🌍 War & Global Highlights

Ships Advised: Keep Distance from Iran Near Hormuz – Maritime authorities caution vessels to steer clear of Iranian waters near the Strait of Hormuz amid rising Israel–Iran tensions. Read more 1
Greek PM: Only U.S. Can Mediate Israel–Iran Talks – Greece’s prime minister argues that only the U.S. can successfully engage both sides. Read more 2

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

OpenAI Secures $200 M Pentagon Contract – OpenAI wins a two-year U.S. Department of Defense project to develop frontier AI prototypes. Read more 3

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Hospitals Swamped by June Heatwave – Hospitals face surge in heat-related cases; state issues safety alerts and hydration advice. Read more 4

💻 Technology & Innovation

Adobe Firefly AI Goes Mobile – Adobe launches its AI-powered image generation app for iOS and Android, integrated with Creative Cloud. Read more 5

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Traffic Advisory Issued for Golconda Bonalu Festival – Hyderabad police announce diversions, parking zones, and helpline details for the festival running June 26–July 24. Read more 6

🌍 War & Global Highlights

Ships Advised to Keep Distance from Iran Near Hormuz – Maritime authorities urge vessels to avoid Iranian waters near the Strait of Hormuz amid rising Israel–Iran tensions. Read more 1
Greek PM: Only US Can Mediate Israel–Iran Talks – Greece’s leader says only the U.S. can effectively engage both parties amid rising violence. Read more 2

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

OpenAI Wins $200 M US Defense Contract – The Pentagon partners with OpenAI to build frontier AI tools for national security by July 2026. Read more 3

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Hospitals Overloaded by June Heatwave – Heatwave-driven illnesses surge, prompting alerts and hydration campaigns. Read more 4

💻 Technology & Innovation

Adobe’s Firefly App Brings AI to Mobile – Adobe launches its Firefly generative AI apps on iOS and Android, synced with Creative Cloud. Read more 5

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Telangana CM Orders Review of VVIP Guest House Plan – A new panel evaluates building a VVIP guest house at MCRHRD Center. Read more 6

🌍 War & Global Highlights

Trump Urges Tehran Evacuation Amid Israel–Iran Fifth Day of War – President Trump called on Tehran residents to evacuate after Israeli strikes on Tehran and Natanz killed over 224, while 24 Israelis died in retaliatory missile fire. Talks collapse, and oil spikes. Read more 1
Oil Jumps Over 2% as Iran–Israel Tensions Hit Global Markets – Brent and WTI futures surged amid fears of supply disruption. OPEC+ trims non-OPEC+ supply forecast for 2026. Read more 2

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

Meta Launches ‘Movie Gen’: AI-Based Video Creator – Meta introduces AI-powered video editing tool with 50+ presets, enabling creators to generate professional clips effortlessly. Read more 3

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Hospitals Overload Amid Early June Heatwave – Surging heat-related cases push hospitals into overdrive; heat alerts and hydration campaigns launched. Read more 4

💻 Technology & Innovation

Coherent Launches Diamond-SiC Heat Dissipation for AI Chips – New material offers thermal conductivity twice that of copper, ideal for high-performance computing and data centres. Read more 5

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Revanth Reddy Orders Overhaul of 34 Medical Colleges – Telangana CM forms committee to fix NMC-identified deficiencies, adds Japanese training for nurses, and ensures monthly progress reviews. Read more 6

🌍 War & Global Highlights

Iranian Missiles Strike Tel Aviv & Haifa – Iran launched dozens of missiles and drones at Israel's major cities overnight. Casualties and damage include residential areas and emergency services response. Israel, along with U.S. support, intercepted many. Read more 1
Oil Prices & Markets React to Middle East Tensions – Brent futures rose ~2%, gold hit near two‑month highs, and Asian markets showed calm resilience amid soaring tensions. Read more 2

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

Meta Introduces ‘Movie Gen’ AI Video Editor – New tool allows creators to easily make videos using 50+ presets, changing the landscape of content creation. Read more 3

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Alerts as Heatwave Hospitals Overwhelmed – Sudden spike in heat-related illnesses. Authorities counsel hydration and fast intervention systems activated. Read more 4

💻 Technology & Innovation

Pixel Drop Update Adds AI Stickers & SOS Satellite Help – Google enhances camera creativity and safety features in its latest software update. Read more 5

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Telangana Files Strong Objection to Centre’s Registration Bill – Government warns move may cut ₹15,000 cr revenue and pose property-fraud risk. Read more 6
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jun/14/israel-launches-airstrikes-against-iran-overnight

🌍 War & Global Highlights

Israel Launches Major Strikes on Tehran & Natanz – Over 200 jets hit Iranian nuclear and military sites, killing dozens including senior military officials. Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones in retaliation; air defenses, with U.S. help, intercepted most threats. Read more 1
Tehran Launches Massive Missile & Drone Barrage at Israel – Responding in kind, Iran fires over 100 ballistic missiles and drones at Tel Aviv and Jerusalem; casualty reports include several deaths and injuries. Read more 2
Global Oil Soars, Markets Brace – Brent and WTI crude jump 6–7%, global stock markets slump, airlines falter, U.S. energy stocks rise. Analysts warn prices could reach $120 if the Strait of Hormuz is threatened. Read more 3

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

Satya Nadella: AI Writes 20–30% of Microsoft Code – Nadella confirms AI contributes heavily, especially in Python, but stresses continued importance of human reasoning. Read more 4
Sundar Pichai: AI Improves Developer Efficiency ~10% – Google’s Pichai highlights AI tools now generating over 30% of new code, increasing developer productivity. Read more 5

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Reports Malaria Spike After Early Monsoon – Sudden rains prompt spike in malaria; nets and screenings deployed across villages. Read more 6

💻 Technology & Innovation

Apple Unveils iOS 26 with “Hold Assist” & Liquid Glass UI – New OS features include auto-call hold, advanced AI overlays, and fluid, responsive interface design. Read more 7

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Telangana Introduces Caste‑Backed Backwardness Index – State releases massive survey to guide targeted social welfare schemes. Read more 8

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

Satya Nadella: AI Now Writes 20–30% of Microsoft’s Code – Nadella says AI now contributes heavily in Python, but emphasizes human oversight remains essential. Read more 1
Sundar Pichai: AI Boosts Developer Productivity ~10% – Pichai reports AI tools now generate over 30% of Google’s new code, improving developer throughput. Read more 2

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Records Malaria Surge After Early Monsoon – With rain arriving early, malaria cases spike; nets being distributed urgently. Read more 3

💻 Technology & Innovation

Apple Unveils “Hold Assist” & Liquid Glass UI in iOS 26 – New features include auto-call hold, AI overlays, and smoother UI design. Read more 4

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Telangana Rolls Out Caste-Based Backwardness Index – A large-scale survey will rank communities on welfare criteria to target state schemes better. Read more 5

🌍 Global Highlights & War Updates

Israel Launches “Rising Lion” Airstrikes on Iran – More than 200 aircraft hit 100+ Iranian targets, including nuclear and military sites, reportedly killing senior officials and civilians. Iran has since launched ballistic missile retaliation. Read more 6
Iran Fires Hundreds of Missiles & Drones at Israel – Iran launched Operation “True Promise III,” firing over 150 missiles and 100 drones toward Israel. Israeli defenses intercepted many. The strike killed at least 3 civilians and injured ~90. Read more 7
Global Markets Fall Amid War Tensions – Oil jumped toward $79/barrel and Wall St dropped as investors fled amid regional war fears. Read more 8

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

Satya Nadella: AI Now Writes 20–30% of Microsoft’s Code – Microsoft CEO shared that AI-generated code now makes up to 30% of the company’s Python-based repositories, underscoring AI’s growing influence in software creation. Read more 1
Sundar Pichai: AI Boosts Developer Productivity by ~10% – Google CEO said that tools like “Goose” generate over 30% of new code and increase developer capacity by around 10% weekly. Read more 2

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Records Spike in Malaria Amid Early Monsoon – Sudden rainfall led to malaria surge; authorities ramp up mosquito net distribution and screening. Read more 3

💻 Technology & Innovation

Apple Launches “Hold Assist” & Liquid Glass UI in iOS 26 – Upcoming iOS 26 adds features like auto-hold for calls, AI overlays, and a smooth new Liquid Glass design. Read more 4

🇮🇳 India & Telangana

Telangana Introduces Caste-Based Backwardness Index – A landmark survey of 3.5 crore people will rank castes on educational & social welfare metrics to guide targeted schemes. Read more 5

🌍 Global Highlights

Disney & Universal Sue Midjourney for Copyright Infringement – Film studios file a major lawsuit claiming AI image service used Star Wars and Marvel IPs without permission. Read more 6

🧠 AI & Machine Learning

🏥 Health & Wellness

Assam Sees Surge in Malaria Cases – Early monsoon triggers a rise in cases; medicated nets and checks are underway. Read more

💻 Technology & Innovation

Lawyers Warned Over AI‑Generated Fake Cases – UK judge raises concerns about false citations in court due to AI. Read more

🇮🇳 India & Local News

India Elected to UN ECOSOC Council – India secures UN Economic & Social Council seat for 2026–28. Read more

🌍 Global Highlights

UK Commits £86 bn for Science & R&D – New funding over four years targets AI, energy, life sciences, semiconductors. Read more