Uttarakhand Police has deployed an anti-terror squad at Ghangaria, near the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib, following the Pahalgam terror attack. This unprecedented security measure aims to safeguard tourists and pilgrims visiting the popular Himalayan sites.
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Israel claimed aerial freedom over Tehran after a large-scale strike involving over 70 fighter jets, targeting Iran's nuclear program and military sites. The operation, which lasted over two hours, aimed to dismantle Iran's military and nuclear capabilities, asserting that Tehran is now exposed to Israeli strikes. Israel stated the strikes will delay Iran's nuclear program by years.
A Houthi ballistic missile, aimed at Israeli civilians, was intercepted by Israeli air defenses, narrowly avoiding a collision with a civilian plane. The attack, claimed by the Iran-backed Houthis, triggered sirens across central Israel and the West Bank. In response, the Israeli Navy conducted its first strike on Yemen, targeting infrastructure at the Hodeida port.
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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.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the family of Vijay Rupani, the former Gujarat Chief Minister, expressing his deep sorrow over Rupani's death in the Ahmedabad air crash. Modi reminisced about their long association and Rupani's dedication to the BJP's ideology.
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Australian batter Steve Smith sustained a finger injury during the World Test Championship Final, dislocating his right little finger while attempting a catch. Fortunately, surgery was avoided, and Smith remains hopeful of participating in the upcoming three-match Test series against the West Indies, commencing June 25.