CPM's convention in Srinagar advocated for the restoration of Article 370 and dialogue with Pakistan, a rare stance amidst prevailing demands for statehood. M Alexander Baby criticized the abrogation as a betrayal and refuted claims of peace and development, highlighting inadequate compensation for shelling victims.
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In a stunning operation, Israeli forces launched a surprise assault on Iran, targeting key military and nuclear sites. The attack, aided by covert Mossad operations, involved smuggled weapons and internal sabotage, crippling Iranian defenses. Explosions rocked Tehran, Isfahan, and Qom, resulting in significant damage and the deaths of high-ranking Iranian officials.
Bengaluru police apprehended S Madan, 37, for allegedly kissing two women in Pulakeshinagar. The incident occurred on June 6. One victim reported the man accosted and kissed her in Milton Park. He then repeated the act on another woman nearby. Police used CCTV footage to trace Madan to his residence in Banasawadi. He is now in judicial custody.
In Kakinada district, a newborn's death at a community health center sparked protests after allegations that a sanitary worker performed the delivery. Family members claimed negligence, while health officials denied the worker delivered the baby. An inquiry has been ordered to investigate the circumstances surrounding the infant's death, attributed to meconium aspiration syndrome.
England dominated West Indies with a 37-run victory, completing a 3-0 T20I series sweep in Southampton. Ben Duckett's explosive 84 and Jamie Smith's quickfire 60 powered England to 248/3, their joint-highest T20I score at home. Despite Rovman Powell's valiant 79*, West Indies fell short at 211/8, with Luke Wood's 3-31 leading England's disciplined bowling attack.
In a dramatic escalation, Israel launched a significant attack on Iran, targeting nuclear and military facilities, resulting in explosions in Tehran. The strikes reportedly killed a top Revolutionary Guard leader and nuclear scientists. Prime Minister Netanyahu asserted the operation aimed to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
Shashi Tharoor requests Union Health Minister JP Nadda's help. He wants more NEET-PG exam centers in Kerala. Students face difficulty choosing Kerala cities. Seats exhausted quickly after website reopened. Tharoor highlights potential distress for students. They might have to travel to other states. NBEMS has applicant data. Tharoor hopes for immediate action to add centers.
Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district have killed seven Maoists, including top leaders Narasimha Chalam alias Sudhakar and Bhaskar alias Mailarapu Adellu, in a series of encounters over three days. The anti-Naxal operation, ongoing in the Indravati National Park, resulted in the recovery of arms and ammunition.
Following the RBI's repo rate cut, public and private sector banks are adjusting lending rates. Existing borrowers with floating-rate loans are poised to benefit more due to automatic rate reductions. Banks are tweaking spreads on home loans and may lower fixed deposit returns to protect profitability, potentially impacting new borrowers and savers.
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.