As per a census carried out in Gujarat, the population of Asiatic lions has increased to 891 from 674 in 2020. Although this development reflects success, experts worry that it could create a strain on lion habitats and threaten both lions and humans. 

Entertainment conglomerate Universal Studios is believed to be planning its first theme park in India, offering top-notch recreational experiences. This indoor theme park will be built within a mega mall that is currently under development in proximity to Delhi Airport. 

The citizens of Mexico participated in the country’s first judicial elections on June 1, choosing Supreme Court justices, judges and magistrates. While some believe this change could be beneficial for the country, others believe the new system could give rise to problems such as unfair court decisions and political interference. 

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz recently clinched the French Open title for the second consecutive year. The match lasted 5 hours and 29 minutes and is being described as one of the longest French Open finals in recent years. Alcaraz came back from two sets down and saved three match points to defeat Italian Jannik Sinner 4–6, 6–7 (4), 6–4, 7–6 (3), 7–6 (10–2). This marks Alcaraz’s fifth Grand Slam title in as many finals. 

On June 12, Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed after takeoff, killing at least 241 onboard and some on the ground. One passenger, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 40‑year‑old British national of Indian origin, miraculously survived.