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40 civilians, 11 armed personnel killed in recent hostilities with India: Pakistan
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Pakistan claims 40 civilians, 11 military personnel killed in conflict with India
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Pakistan confirms India clashes left 11 troops, 40 civilians dead: Pakistan’s military on Tuesday revised the death toll from last week’s most intense clash with ...
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India says it will ‘never’ restore Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan: New Delhi put into ‘abeyance’ its participation in the 1960 treaty after 26 people were ...
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Jasprit Bumrah’s net worth, sources of income, two homes in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, and more
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Bumrah Matches Kapil Dev with 12 Five-Wicket HaulsBumrah secured his 10th five-wicket haul in SENA countries and now shares the record of 12 away five-wicket hauls with Kapil Dev.
- Jasprit Bumrah has defied critics for nearly a decade despite concerns over his unique bowling action and injury risks.
- He achieved his 12th five-wicket haul in Test cricket, becoming the first Indian to claim ten such hauls in SENA nations.
- Bumrah described the pitch as favorable for batting but noted weather conditions would help the new ball swing.
- Although several catches were dropped by teammates, Bumrah emphasized moving forward and learning from these mistakes.
When America urged Iran to help Pakistan in war against India: Declassified documents show that during the war in December 1971, the US was worried that Pakistan ...
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US Sought Iran’s Aid for Pakistan in 1971 WarDeclassified files reveal that in December 1971, the US requested Iran to supply fuel and jets to prevent Pakistan's military collapse.
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- In late 1971, US officials feared Pakistan would collapse under Indian military pressure without critical fuel and air support.
- Henry Kissinger proposed that Iran provide Pakistan with fuel supplies and fighter aircraft to sustain its defense efforts.
- The US also considered urging China to deploy troops near the Indian border to distract Indian forces.
- Military assessments indicated Pakistan's eastern forces were near defeat while western operations could continue for only a few weeks.
‘Pakistan will go to war, seize all six rivers’: Bilawal Bhutto threatens India as Amit Shah vows to starve Pak of water
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Indus Water Crisis Sparks Pakistan-India TensionsIndia’s water diversion cut Pakistan’s supply by 20%, risking agricultural collapse and escalating conflict throughout 2025.
Key FactsJun 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- India suspended the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty and rerouted water away from Pakistan to Indian states like Rajasthan.
- Bilawal Bhutto Zardari threatened that Pakistan could seize all six rivers and initiate war if the treaty is not reinstated.
- Pakistan’s dams are near dead levels, severely impacting its agriculture and water security.
- Pakistan calls India’s actions a violation of international law and is considering legal action amid global silence.
India has only two options: agree to the Indus Water Treaty, or Pakistan will wage another war.— Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, in a public address framing the water dispute as existential for Pakistan.
India says it will never restore Indus water treaty with Pakistan: The treaty had guaranteed water access for 80% of Pakistan's farms through three rivers ...
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India Ends Indus Waters Treaty PermanentlyIndia will divert water from the Indus river by 2025, cutting off 80% of irrigation water that Pakistan relies on.
- India suspended its participation in the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty after a deadly terror attack in Kashmir.
- The treaty guaranteed Pakistan access to water for 80% of its farmland via three rivers originating in India.
- Home Minister Amit Shah announced plans to redirect water previously flowing to Pakistan for domestic use.
- Pakistan has warned that blocking the river water could be considered an act of war and is seeking legal recourse.
No, it will never be restored.— Amit Shah, India's Home Minister, in an interview with Times of India.
Pakistan to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: ISLAMABAD (Reuters) -- Pakistan said on Saturday it would recommend U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel ...
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Pakistan Backs Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace PrizePakistan plans to nominate Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for aiding peace talks between India and Pakistan.
- Pakistan announced it will officially recommend Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his diplomatic role in easing tensions with India.
- Trump confirmed airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites shortly after the news and highlighted a peace deal between Congo and Rwanda.
- The agreement, following three days of talks, is scheduled for signing in Washington next week.
- Critics challenge Trump's claims of credit for other peace efforts in the Middle East and Balkan regions.
This is a Great Day for Africa and, quite frankly, a Great Day for the World!— Donald Trump confirmed the breakthrough in a Truth Social post.
Iran-Israel war: India ramps up oil imports from Russia, US in June : Indian refiners are likely to import 2-2.2 million barrels per day of Russian crude oil in ...
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Massachusetts Sees Gas Price Surge Amid Middle East TensionsOil costs jumped over $10 per barrel since June, pushing Massachusetts gas prices to $3.08 per gallon amid escalating regional conflict.
- Gasoline prices in Massachusetts reached an average of $3.08 per gallon on Monday, rising 9 cents from the previous week.
- The increase is largely driven by the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran starting June 13, coupled with U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
- Summer demand for gasoline is rising, adding pressure to prices alongside ongoing geopolitical instability.
- Oil and gasoline inventories declined last week, with crude oil stocks dropping by 12 million barrels and Northeast gasoline supplies falling by 700,000 barrels.
EVERYONE, KEEP OIL PRICES DOWN. I’M WATCHING! YOU’RE PLAYING RIGHT INTO THE HANDS OF THE ENEMY. DON’T DO IT!— President Donald Trump commented on the rising gas prices on Monday.
Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian airlines: The restriction will now remain in effect until the early hours of July 24.
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Pakistan nominates Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize over ‘India-Pak conflict role’ | World News - Hindustan Times
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Border Turmoil Looms if Iranian Authority CollapsesPakistan’s army chief warns jihadist activity could rise sharply along the 900km border amid Iran’s potential destabilization.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- Field Marshal Asim Munir cautioned that separatist and jihadist groups might exploit any power vacuum in Iran along the shared border.
- The 900-mile Pakistan-Iran border has long been a hotspot for militant activities and faces heightened risks if Tehran weakens.
- Pakistan condemned Israel’s airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites as violations of international law, emphasizing threats to regional security.
- Groups such as Jaish al-Adl and Baluch separatists may escalate attacks, further intensifying regional tensions amid the conflict.
Well, they know Iran very well, better than most, and they are not happy about anything.— Donald Trump during a meeting with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir regarding the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Look: PM Modi leads International Yoga Day celebrations in India: Modi urged the international community to embrace "inner peace" as a "global policy" and make ...
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Yoga Links Health and Environmental Care GloballyOn June 21, 2025, the 11th International Yoga Day highlights the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' worldwide.
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- The 11th International Yoga Day on June 21, 2025, is observed with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health.'
- Yoga encourages harmony between personal wellness and planetary health.
- Practicing yoga raises awareness of the connection between body, mind, and the environment.
- Yoga serves as a bridge linking individual peace with global well-being and fosters collective health.
Sunil Gavaskar gestures Rishabh Pant to do somersault after historic second Test century – Watch what he did next
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US issues advisory urging citizens to exercise ‘increased caution’ while travelling to India
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Amid backlash for working with Pakistani actress Hania Amir, Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaarji 3 banned from India release
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PM Modi's dynamism, willingness to engage remains 'prime asset' for India on global stage: Tharoor
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Iran-Israel conflict: Congress asks govt to show moral courage, slams it for not condemning US bombing
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Escalating Conflict Between Iran and Israel Deepens CrisisUS strikes on Iran's nuclear sites sparked 11 days of ongoing violence, prompting global travel warnings and calls for de-escalation.
- Iran threatened retaliatory strikes on US bases in the Middle East following US air attacks on its nuclear facilities.
- Israel continued targeting Iranian military and nuclear sites, extending the conflict into its 11th consecutive day.
- The US State Department issued worldwide cautions advising Americans to exercise increased security awareness abroad.
- Global powers including China, Russia, and the EU urged restraint to prevent the conflict from destabilizing the regional and global economy.
Any country in the region or elsewhere that is used by American forces to strike Iran will be considered a legitimate target for our armed forces.— Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in a message carried by the official IRNA news agency.
Amit Shah says Indus waters will be diverted to Rajasthan: ‘Pakistan will be starved…’
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India prioritises national interest in US trade talks, trade ministry source says
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What countries will be most affected by Iran’s closure of Strait of Hormuz? : Around 84 percent of oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz is destined for Asia ...
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Rejected Trump's invitation to visit US for the land of Lord Jagannath: PM Modi in Odisha
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Pakistan slams Trump over Iran after backing him for Nobel Peace Prize: Islamabad criticises Washington's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites less than 24 hours ...
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Sardaarji 3 to not get an India release, FWICE demands a complete ban on Diljit Dosanjh’s future projects
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Operation Sindoor met all objectives, instilled fear in terrorists, says Rajnath: President Droupadi Murmu's speeches inspire empowerment, equality ...
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OpinionShah's anti-English position harms India: Language Politics: Shah’s remarks on English draw criticism, seen as promoting Hindi dominance and undermining India’s ...
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BJP MLAs ‘goons’ allegedly attack passenger after he refused to exchange seat: The incident began as a dispute over seating and allegedly escalated into an ...
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Sunil Gavaskar Asks Rishabh Pant For Somersault After 2nd Ton vs England. India Star Does This. Watch | Cricket News
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Aadhar card online update 2025: Change name, address, date of birth and mobile number online soon
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How Emergency gave birth to Thums Up after forcing out four global giants: The trigger came in the form of the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) of 1973 ...
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‘Reiterated call for immediate de-escalation’: PM Modi dials Iran President after US strikes Tehran
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Stay smart, stay neutral: Why India should avoid risky strokes in Iran-US crisis: Stay smart, stay neutral: Why India should avoid risky strokes in Iran-US ...
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Identities of all three Pahalgam attackers different from sketches released earlier by J&K police, NIA probe finds
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True Identities of Pahalgam Attackers RevealedNIA found all three attackers were Pakistani nationals, disproving earlier police sketches and local involvement claims.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- The NIA investigation confirmed that all three militants involved in the April 22 attack were Pakistani citizens.
- Previously released police sketches that included a local suspect were proven inaccurate.
- Two locals from Pahalgam were arrested for providing food and shelter to the attackers.
- The attack caused 26 fatalities and triggered a three-day military escalation between India and Pakistan.
During questioning, they have disclosed the identities of the three armed terrorists involved in the attack, and have also confirmed that they were Pakistani nationals affiliated to the proscribed terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Toiba.— An NIA spokesperson during the investigation of the Pahalgam terror attack.
Islamic State group behind deadly Damascus church attack, Syria's interior minister says
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We shouldn't expect smooth sailing all time: Jaishankar on India's ties with neighbours
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Pak army chief Asim Munir and Trump’s White House lunch had Balochistan’s critical minerals on table
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Pakistan condemns Trump's bombing of Iran - a day after nominating him for Peace Prize
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Walmart-backed PhonePe prepares for $1.5 billion India IPO, Bloomberg News reports
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Jasprit Bumrah: India star is most complete fast bowler in history - Steven Finn: Former England bowler Steven Finn explains why India superstar Jasprit Bumrah ...
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India will ensure domestic fuel supply despite Middle East tension: India will take measures to safeguard domestic fuel supplies, oil minister Hardeep Singh Puri ...
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Trump's ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ & its impact on Indian households: US Policy Impact: A new 3.5% tax on remittances under Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ could cost ...
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Neeraj Chopra wins Paris Diamond League title with stunning 88.16m throw: India’s golden boy of athletics, Neeraj Chopra, has once again proved his mettle on the ...
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OpinionOpinion: Canada has put up with Khalistani terrorists for long enough: Harbouring members of an extremist movement has degraded our national security and made ...
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Canada’s Challenge with Khalistani Terror NetworksA $50 million drug network tied to Khalistani extremists was dismantled in Toronto, exposing decades of criminal and terror-linked activities.
- CSIS’s 2024 report reveals Khalistani extremists continue using Canada to fund and plan violent acts primarily targeting India.
- Pakistan’s support since the 1970s transformed the Khalistan movement into a criminal transnational network.
- Project Pelican recently disrupted a major narcotics operation in Toronto linked to Khalistani sympathizers financing anti-India campaigns.
- The movement’s criminal profits also connect to Islamist terror groups, further threatening Canadian national security.
Rahul Gandhi slams 'Make in India', says 'we assemble, import, but don’t build. China profits': 'Clock is ticking'
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‘ICICI started HDFC, why don’t you come back home?’: Deepak Parekh recalls Chanda Kochhar’s proposal
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Past Merger Offers and Banking Consolidation in IndiaThe 2023 HDFC-HDFC Bank merger was regulatory; ICICI reported a 15% profit increase in fiscal year 2025.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: financialexpress.com
- Deepak Parekh revealed that Chanda Kochhar once proposed a merger between ICICI and HDFC.
- Parekh declined the proposal due to concerns over fairness related to brand and institutional identities.
- The 2023 merger between HDFC and HDFC Bank was driven by regulatory requirements from the Reserve Bank of India.
- Further consolidation in India’s banking sector is viewed as essential to build globally competitive financial institutions.
You said ICICI started HDFC. 'Why don't you come back home?' That was your offer. I remember it very clearly.— Deepak Parekh, recalling Chanda Kochhar’s proposal during a podcast.
Second batch of 443 Indians leave from Israel through Jordan, Egypt: Operation Sindhu evacuates over 600 Indian nationals from war-torn Israel in two days ...
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Israel says it has killed three more Iranian commanders as war drags into second week
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Iran Strikes US Bases Amid Rising Middle East ConflictMissile attacks targeted US forces in Qatar and Iraq after US destroyed Iranian nuclear sites; travel alerts issued globally.
- Iran launched missile attacks on American military bases following US airstrikes on key nuclear facilities in Iran.
- The conflict between Israel and Iran has involved continuous air raids and missile exchanges for over ten days.
- The US State Department issued worldwide advisories warning of increased risks to Americans abroad amid rising hostilities.
- Calls for diplomatic efforts intensify as the risk of a broader regional war escalates with each retaliatory strike.
Any country in the region or elsewhere that is used by American forces to strike Iran will be considered a legitimate target for our armed forces.— Ali Akbar Velayati, advisor to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned that bases used by US forces could be attacked in retaliation.
India is a perpetrator of foreign interference, Canadian intelligence agency says
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Modi unveils 105 projects worth over Rs 18,600 crore, shares Odisha vision document
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India achieved 20% ethanol blending target six years early: Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
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What Indian Parliamentary Delegations Achieved in Post-Sindoor Diplomatic Outreach
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Modi Sets 2047 Goal for Developed India: Purandeswari: BJP’s Purandeswari highlights support for SC communities and honours Ambedkar’s legacy.
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Pakistan to Nominate Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize: Pakistan has formally announced its intention to nominate US President Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel ...
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Morocco’s Surging Raspberry Exports in Middle EastMorocco shipped 700 tonnes of raspberries to seven Middle Eastern countries by March 2025, boosting its regional market share significantly.
Key FactsJun 21 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: moroccoworldnews.com
- Morocco reached 700 tonnes of raspberry exports to the Middle East within the first nine months of the 2024/2025 season.
- This growth is attributed to off-peak market advantages, consistent product quality, and focused trade efforts in Gulf countries.
- The UAE and Saudi Arabia lead as importers, accounting for around three-quarters of the total exports.
- By 2024, Morocco became the world’s second-largest fresh raspberry exporter, increasing its market presence across the region.
Guwahati-Chennai IndiGo flight pilot sounds 'mayday' alert, lands plane safely after scare: Report | Latest News India - Hindustan Times
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Amit Shah says English speakers will ‘soon feel ashamed’ in India: The country’s history, culture and religion cannot be understood in foreign languages ...
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Rahul Gandhi Champions English as a Path to EqualityRahul Gandhi highlights English as a tool empowering poor children, opposing BJP-RSS efforts to restrict its learning and opportunities.
Key FactsJun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: deccanherald.com
- English is portrayed as a bridge offering equal opportunities to all children, despite BJP-RSS opposition.
- Rahul Gandhi accuses BJP-RSS of discouraging poor children from learning English to limit their progress.
- Amit Shah previously claimed English speakers may soon feel ashamed, stressing the value of Indian languages.
- Other leaders condemned Shah’s remarks as an attempt to impose Hindi and suppress linguistic diversity.
English is not a shame, it is power. English is not a chain, it is a tool to break the chains.— Rahul Gandhi, responding to Amit Shah's remarks about the English language and its importance in providing opportunities.
Did Pak Army chief Asim Munir leak Iran military commander Baqeri’s location to Israel? Report says…
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India debunks claims of U.S. using Indian airspace for Iran strikes, PIB Fact Check confirms the claim fake
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Indian Navy Gets First Shallow Water Anti-submarine Warships: The Arnala-class vessels can sprint for short bursts in order to maintain contact with any ...
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Mahmoud Khalil accuses Trump administration of ‘dehumanising immigrants’ after release
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Mahmoud Khalil’s Fight Against Family SeparationColumbia grad student Khalil spent 104 days detained in Louisiana before release on bail; government has appealed the decision.
- Mahmoud Khalil, a legal permanent resident and pro-Palestinian activist, was arrested in March and held for 104 days in a Louisiana immigration detention center.
- The detention conditions involved overcrowding, poor food, no privacy, and restricted communication, causing severe isolation.
- Khalil missed his first child’s birth and views his detention as a politically motivated attempt to silence protests against U.S. support for the Gaza conflict.
- Authorities made unsubstantiated claims against him while Khalil pursues a legal battle to maintain his release and protect his family unity.
I will fight to do that, as everyone should be with their families. That's why I'm standing up against this administration: to remain with my family, but also to give other children a chance to be with theirs.— Mahmoud Khalil discusses his commitment to fighting for family unity and standing against the administration's actions.
Malema vows to build houses for families of KZN bus crash victims: EFF leader Julius Malema has committed to building houses and boreholes for the families of 10 ...
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Malema Pledges Aid to Families After Fatal CrashTen EFF members died in June 17 accident; Malema promises homes and boreholes to their families by July.
- Julius Malema committed to building homes and installing boreholes for families of the ten party members killed in a bus crash.
- The deceased were honored as courageous youth who pursued hope and freedom before their tragic deaths.
- Malema emphasized collective grief and assured ongoing support for the victims’ families from the EFF.
- He called for road safety reforms and stricter transport industry oversight to prevent future accidents.
Your children are soldiers; they are martyrs and the names of your children will be called when the names of the martyrs are called. Be proud that your children have inspired many generations to come.— Julius Malema spoke at the mass funeral service in Vryheid, honoring the deceased EFF members.
‘Massive’ Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kyiv kills at least five : Ukraine said Monday that “another massive attack” on the capital Kyiv killed at least five ...
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Deadly Russian Strikes Hit Kyiv Residential AreasOn June 23, 2025, eight people died and dozens were injured in coordinated drone and missile attacks around Kyiv.
- Russian drones and missiles set fires and damaged a metro shelter entrance across several Kyiv districts overnight.
- Seven fatalities occurred in Kyiv’s Shevchenkivskyi district, with additional casualties in the surrounding region.
- A university campus, including dormitories and a swimming pool, sustained damage during the strikes.
- Ukraine’s air force intercepted nearly all of the 352 drones and 16 missiles launched in the assault.
It was total hell. I woke up in the rubble.— Valeriy Mankuta describes his dramatic escape from a bombed building.
Will India be hit if Iran closes Strait of Hormuz? How will West Asia war impact trade?
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At least 8 dead after hot air balloon crash in Brazil: At least 8 dead after hot air balloon crash in Brazil
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Boost for ‘Make In India’: HAL to manufacture ISRO’s SSLV rockets, wins bid for Rs 511 crore deal
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Republican lawmaker with ectopic pregnancy nearly died amid new Florida abortion laws – but blames the left
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65-year-old man dies after being hit by Jagan Mohan's convoy: Report: AP Political Unrest: A 65-year-old man was tragically killed during YS Jagan's rally ...
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Not just loss of voice, but surrender of values: Sonia on India's silence on Gaza, Iran
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Nurse defrauds victims out of $112,000, claims her mum is dead and jets off to Taylor Swift
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Trump hosts Pakistani army chief, disagrees with Modi over India-Pakistan war mediation
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Modi Clarifies No US Mediation in India-Pakistan CeasefireThe May ceasefire followed four days of conflict and was settled through direct military talks, not external mediation.
- Prime Minister Modi informed President Trump that the ceasefire with Pakistan was achieved without US mediation.
- Hostilities ceased after direct military communications initiated by India and accepted by Pakistan.
- The leaders’ first direct conversation since the May conflict occurred during the G7 summit in Canada.
- Trump expressed support for India’s anti-terror efforts and accepted an invitation to the upcoming Quad summit.
Prime Minister Modi emphasised that India has not accepted mediation in the past and will never do.— Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri regarding the conversation between Modi and Trump.
Israeli strikes on Iran’s Yazd kill 10 Revolutionary Guard Corps : At least 10 Revolutionary Guard reported killed in Israeli strikes on Iran’s Yazd province ...
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Pakistan nominates Trump for Nobel Peace prize after diffusing India conflict: The recommendation cites Trump’s “decisive role” in the recent India-Pakistan ...
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Iran says 400 dead—rights group claims over 950 killed, around 3,500 wounded in Israeli strikes
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1 injured, suspect dead after shooting at church in Wayne: Police in Wayne, Michigan, say one person is injured and a suspect is dead after a shooting at a ...
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Church Shooting in Wayne: Suspect Dead, One InjuredA 31-year-old man opened fire outside a Michigan church Sunday; two staff fatally shot him and one was wounded.
- An armed man wearing tactical gear fired at CrossPointe Community Church on Sunday morning in Wayne, Michigan.
- A parishioner struck the suspect with a vehicle, and two staff members then shot and killed him.
- The shooter was heavily armed with an AR-15 style rifle, handguns, and hundreds of rounds of ammunition.
- Around 150 people attended the service, with some managing to escape safely during the shooting.
The people who were very distraught and really broken up about this, they still took it very well because they recognized what could've happened that did not happen.— Pastor Bobby Kelly Jr. spoke with CBS News Detroit about how the parishioners were feeling in the hours after the shooting.
Why Donald Trump is desperate to win Nobel Peace Prize: Donald Trump has once again ranted about not getting the Nobel Peace Prize. In a long post on Truth ...
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Trump Demands Peace Prizes Amid Iran TensionsTrump claims four to five Nobel Peace Prizes for Middle East deals and African negotiations as Iran conflict risks escalate.
- Donald Trump expressed frustration over not receiving a Nobel Peace Prize despite multiple international mediation efforts.
- He highlighted the Abraham Accords and negotiations involving African and Southeastern European countries as key achievements.
- Trump intends to decide within weeks on direct U.S. military involvement in the Iran-Israel conflict.
- His stance has drawn criticism from experts and opponents due to escalating Middle East tensions and conflicting intelligence reports.
Well, they should give me the Nobel Prize for Rwanda.— Donald Trump complained about not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and cited various conflicts where he believes he contributed to peace.
Assisted dying: How did my MP vote on Friday 20 June?: Check whether your MP voted for or against the assisted dying bill.
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Progress and Challenges in Assisted Dying LegislationAfter passing the Commons, the bill faces Lords scrutiny; full implementation may extend to late 2029 due to procedural changes.
- The assisted dying bill cleared all Commons stages and now enters detailed examination by the House of Lords.
- The final Commons vote was narrowly passed by a majority of 23 votes, indicating divided opinions.
- Members of the Lords, including medical and legal experts, are expected to rigorously review and possibly amend the bill.
- Implementation is projected to take up to four years, delaying legal assisted deaths potentially until late 2029.
Ultimately it is for the Commons to decide on whether we should have an assisted dying law, and what its shape will be.— Lord Falconer, a long-time campaigner for assisted dying, stated at a press conference.
Karnataka govt to crack down on fake news; drafts law proposing 7-year jail, Rs 10 lakh fine for offenders
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India arrests two for harbouring Kashmir attackers: New Delhi accused Pakistan of backing the attack without making public any evidence ...
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OpinionIt is still not too late for India’s voice to be heard: India’s silence on the devastation in Gaza and now on the unprovoked escalation against Iran represents ...
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Syria: Death toll rises to 27 in Damascus church suicide bombing: The death toll from Sunday’s suicide bombing at a Damascus church has risen to at least 27 ...
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France: Bride shot dead in attack on wedding party near Avignon: Two suspects are arrested after the ceremony ended in a deadly exchange of fire near Avignon.
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Pakistan wants to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize: Following the latest escalation in the Kashmir conflict, US President Trump is being ...
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Pakistan to nominate Trump for Nobel prize: The government of Pakistan said Friday it would nominate President Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize while lauding ...
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Saudi Arabia and UAE likely to import electricity from India: The two transmission projects, part of the government's focus on boosting electricity exports ...
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