Delhi's temperature soared to 42.1°C on Sunday, crossing 40°C after 17 days, prompting a 'yellow' heatwave alert for Monday and Tuesday with potential highs of 45°C. Similar scorching conditions are sweeping Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan, with temperatures exceeding 45°C in several areas. Relief is expected from June 13 with predicted rain and thunderstorms.
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As Team India starts its new World Test Championship cycle against England, the focus is on managing Jasprit Bumrah's workload. With senior players retiring, coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill face pressure to preserve Bumrah, who is returning from a back injury. He will play only three Tests, as advised by medical professionals.
Vikram Misri and Sun Weidong met in New Delhi to improve India-China relations. They focused on people-centric engagements and resuming direct flights. Progress since their last meeting in Beijing was reviewed. Misri appreciated China's help in restarting the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Discussions included sharing hydrological data on trans-border rivers. Both sides aimed to ease visa procedures and promote exchanges.
A senior Israeli official hinted that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could be targeted as Israel intensifies its campaign against Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. This marks a shift towards potentially dismantling Iran's leadership. Recent strikes, including at Natanz, have reportedly inflicted substantial damage, while Iran retaliates with missile attacks, escalating regional tensions and raising global concerns.
Donald Trump has signaled a potential reconciliation with Elon Musk, stating he holds no ill will towards the billionaire despite past disagreements. Trump expressed surprise at Musk's criticism of his spending bill but acknowledged Musk's subsequent regret over his remarks. This apparent thaw follows a public dispute ignited by Musk's disapproval of Trump's proposed legislation.
Team India has started preparing for the Test series against England in Kent. Arshdeep Singh describes the training location as peaceful and homely. The team focuses on regaining rhythm with the red ball after playing white-ball cricket. Players like Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Jasprit Bumrah are participating in drills.
Israel announced the recovery of the body of Nattapong Pinta, a Thai hostage abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz during the October 7 attack. The remains were found in Rafah during an operation against the Mujahideen Brigades, whose leader was killed in a separate strike.
A family from Vasad, Anand, faced unimaginable tragedy as three members died in the Flight AI171 crash shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Rajnikant Patel, his wife Divya, and sister-in-law Hemangini were en route to London for Dhvani Patel's MBA graduation.
Tensions escalate as Israel launches attacks on Iran's nuclear and military sites, including the Natanz facility, prompting international concern. Prime Minister Netanyahu asserts the strikes will persist until the threat is eliminated. The US acknowledges Israel's unilateral action, prioritizing the protection of American forces. Explosions rocked Tehran, with both nations closing their airspace amid heightened alert and emergency declarations.
Israel has claimed responsibility for an airstrike that killed General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of Iran's revolutionary guard aerospace force, accusing him of orchestrating attacks against Israel. The strike, part of a broader offensive targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites, has been met with strong condemnation from Iran. Supreme Leader Khamenei has vowed severe retaliation, raising fears of escalating tensions.