Donald Trump revealed a tense phone call with Vladimir Putin, addressing Ukraine's airfield strike and Iran's nuclear ambitions. Putin strongly indicated Russia would respond to the Ukrainian attack, while Trump insisted Iran cannot possess nuclear weapons. Trump previously gave Putin a two-week deadline to demonstrate progress toward peace in Ukraine, threatening a different approach if unmet.
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Amidst internal discord within the Congress party, Shashi Tharoor faces criticism from colleague Udit Raj over remarks lauding India's counterterror strikes during an international delegation visit. BJP leaders, including Kiren Rijiju and Shehzad Poonawalla, have rallied around Tharoor, questioning Congress's commitment to national interest.
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A political clash erupted within the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance as Shiv Sena (UBT) threatened Rahul Gandhi over his remarks about Savarkar, with one leader vowing to blacken his face. Congress defended Gandhi, citing historical references and asserting their ability to handle such threats. The incident highlights tensions within the opposition coalition.
Virat Kohli scored a 35-ball 43 in the IPL final against Punjab Kings. Kohli looked to bat through, as he usually does in big games, but failed to do so and never looked to accelerate on an Ahmedabad pitch, where anything below 200 is a below-par total. After being put into bat first, RCB scored 190 for 9.
Riding on Krunal Pandya's excellent bowling, Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings to win their first IPL title. Krunal Pandya also became the first player to win the Player of the Match award in two IPL finals, having also done that in 2017.
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's $10 million wedding in Venice on June 24 is sparking outrage from residents and activists. The lavish event, planned on San Giorgio Maggiore, faces protests over blocked streets, luxury hotel takeovers, and environmental concerns. Locals feel marginalized as the city becomes a playground for the wealthy, leading to planned demonstrations against the wedding.
Apple is significantly increasing iPhone production in India, with exports to the U.S. surging by 76% in April 2025. This shift is driven by geopolitical tensions and U.S. tariffs, despite President Trump's pressure to relocate manufacturing to the U.S. However, analysts warn that U.S.-based production would drastically increase costs, making India a crucial part of Apple's global strategy.