India Meteorological Department and Skymet Weather Services predict monsoon revival. Monsoon's northward movement is expected to resume around June 14. Weather systems over Bay of Bengal will drive this progress. Rainfall is expected in central and eastern India. Heatwave conditions in northern India will likely ease. Strengthening monsoon winds will bring relief to South Maharashtra, Kerala and Karnataka.
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India's Test cricket journey reveals contrasting fortunes in England and Australia. While early struggles marked their encounters in both nations, India achieved historic series wins in Australia in 2018-19 and 2020-21. Despite boasting legendary batsmen and bowlers, England remains a challenging frontier, with India seeking to end an 18-year series drought.
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India's Covid-19 death toll has surpassed 100, with 11 deaths reported on Monday, the highest single-day increase in the current wave. Kerala accounts for the majority of fatalities, with victims having pre-existing conditions. While new sub-variants are suspected to be driving the surge, experts say symptoms remain mild, and most cases are managed at home with symptomatic treatment.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Wednesday. While Nifty50 was above 25,100, BSE Sensex was up around 100 points.
Iran claims to possess evidence implicating US forces in supporting recent Israeli airstrikes, particularly targeting the Natanz nuclear site. US President Trump denied any American involvement, warning Iran against retaliation while suggesting a potential deal between Iran and Israel. The US Secretary of State also stated that US has no role to play in Israeli attacks on Iran.
The Philadelphia Eagles' first-round pick, Jihaad Campbell, is currently sidelined due to offseason shoulder surgery, delaying his NFL debut. Despite the physical setback, the Eagles are prioritizing Campbell's mental preparation through film study and walkthroughs. Coaches emphasize his versatility and future role as an inside linebacker, ensuring he's ready to contribute upon his return.
Israel Defence Forces carried out aerial strikes. The strikes targeted Iranian ballistic missiles. These missiles were positioned to attack Tel Aviv. IDF released video evidence of the operation. A nationwide siren was activated at 3 a.m. This was due to intelligence about an Iranian retaliation. However, the anticipated response did not happen immediately.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz warned Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei could face a fate similar to Saddam Hussein, heightening tensions. This statement follows five days of escalating conflict, marked by missile fire and evacuations. President Trump has warned civilians to evacuate Tehran. Concerns are mounting over a potential wider regional war, despite Trump's claim that Iran still seeks a deal.