Donald Trump has reiterated his claim that his intervention prevented a potential nuclear war between India and Pakistan, asserting he used trade leverage to halt hostilities. This assertion received unexpected support from Russia, with a Putin aide confirming Trump's role. However, Indian officials have pushed back against the mediation claims, directly addressing concerns with US Vice President JD Vance.
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The Brics Parliamentary Forum strongly condemned the Pahalgam terrorist attack, a move seen as a rebuke to Pakistan's justification of anti-India terror. The forum, including China, committed to combating terrorism in all forms, including cross-border movement and financing. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized joint efforts to curb financial support to terrorist organizations and enhance intelligence sharing among nations.
Shashi Tharoor expressed disappointment over Colombia's condolences for lives lost in Pakistan after India's counterstrike, emphasizing India's right to self-defense following the Pahalgam attack. He highlighted the lack of action from Pakistan against terrorists and presented evidence of Pakistani military officials attending terrorist funerals, underscoring Pakistan's complicity in supporting terrorism.
As fans gear up for the IPL final on June 3, Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli and partner Anushka Sharma enchanted audiences as they featured in an advertisement for Dubai Tourism. Pictures of the same have flooded social media, with fans excited to see their favourite couple share the screen again.
A state government employee in Rajasthan, Sakur Khan Mangaliyar, has been detained on suspicion of spying for Pakistan's ISI. The arrest follows a wider crackdown on espionage networks after Op Sindoor. Authorities are investigating possible links between Mangaliyar and a Congress politician, as well as his frequent trips to Pakistan and suspicious phone activity.
Tata Advanced Systems will manufacture Rafale fighter aircraft fuselages in India, marking the first production of these components outside France. This collaboration with Dassault Aviation involves establishing an advanced manufacturing facility in Hyderabad.
Trinamool Congress MP Sagarika Ghose has strongly criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his remarks against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee during his recent visit. Ghose condemned Shah's language, deeming it unbecoming of a home minister and accusing him of employing divisive politics. Shah, in turn, accused Banerjee of turning Bengal into a state of infiltration and violence.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their first IPL title in 2025, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a historic final at Narendra Modi Stadium. Rajat Patidar's team held their nerve, with Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivering under pressure. RCB had earlier dominated PBKS in Qualifier 1, while PBKS eliminated Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
Heavy rainfall in North Sikkim has triggered landslides and caused the Teesta River to wash away a key section of the under-construction Sankalang Bridge, severing links to remote areas. A red alert is in place as rescue teams search for nine missing tourists after a vehicle plunged into the river. Multiple properties were damaged, and travel advisories have been issued.