Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized the Congress party for allegedly allowing Pakistan to become a nuclear power, claiming it now uses "nuclear blackmail." Sarma stated that India had the chance to eliminate Pakistan's nuclear threat in the 1980s, with support from the military and intelligence, but Indira Gandhi hesitated.
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Following Israeli strikes that killed top commanders, Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei appointed Amir Hatami as the new Army Chief. This reshuffle includes naming Mohammad Pakpour as IRGC Commander and Ali Shadmani as Commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters. These changes come after Operation Rising Lion, which significantly impacted Iran's military leadership, prompting retaliatory strikes and heightened regional tensions.
An Air India Ahmedabad-London flight crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft went down in the Meghani area, sending a dark plume of smoke visible for kilometers. Emergency services have rushed to the scene. As of now, there's no official confirmation on casualties or the cause of the crash.
Sonia Gandhi, the former Congress president, was taken to a hospital in Shimla for a routine health check-up after experiencing minor health issues during her visit. Doctors are currently examining her, and she is reported to be in stable condition. This incident occurs a few months after she was hospitalized in Delhi for stomach-related problems.
The Ram Temple in Ayodhya has been adorned with 45 kilograms of pure gold, valued at approximately Rs 50 crore, as confirmed by Nripendra Mishra. This gold has been used in the temple's doors and Lord Ram's throne. While the main structure is complete, other facilities are still under construction and are expected to be completed by December 2025.
Bharatiya Janata Party criticized Congress for claiming Pakistan's army chief was invited to a US military parade. The White House denied the claim. BJP MP Nishikant Dubey accused Congress of falling into Pakistan’s trap. Dubey also attacked Congress’s foreign policy history. Donald Trump hosted a military parade. Protests erupted in major cities.
The Indian Navy is preparing to commission INS Arnala, the first of 16 anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft, on June 18th in Visakhapatnam. Built by GRSE and L&T Shipbuilders, this 77-meter warship features over 80% indigenous content and advanced underwater sensors. These warships are being built at Indian shipyards at an overall cost of Rs 12,622 crore.
DRDO has transferred technology for nine land systems and weapon platforms to both defence PSUs and private companies, boosting indigenous defence production. This includes tech for mounted artillery guns to Bharat Forge and CBRN reconnaissance vehicles to BEL.
Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the Indian Embassy in Iran has issued advisories for Indian nationals. The embassy shared helpline numbers and a Telegram link to provide updates and ensure the safety of Indians currently in Iran.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, highlighting the crucial role of financial support in enabling such acts. FATF's statement coincides with India's appeal for action against Pakistan's alleged support for terrorist activities. The agency emphasized the need for global unity and enhanced counter-terrorism financing measures to dismantle terror networks effectively.