Amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions, India is proactively exploring alternative energy sources, particularly from West Africa, to safeguard its fuel supply. Contingency plans are being formulated due to potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit point. While India possesses significant storage capacity, concerns remain about potential price spikes and supply crunches affecting the global market.
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Virat Kohli remembered his father, Prem Kohli, on Father's Day. He shared lessons about hard work and integrity. Anushka Sharma posted family photos with Virat and their children, Vamika and Akaay. Vamika's handwritten card for her father was a highlight. Anushka also honoured her own father, Ajay Sharma. This Father's Day follows Virat's retirement from Test cricket.
Across the United States, widespread anti-Trump protests unfolded coinciding with President Trump's military parade in Washington, D.C., marking the Army's 250th anniversary. Demonstrations, organized under the banner "No Kings," criticized the administration's policies. Tensions flared in cities like Los Angeles and Phoenix, leading to clashes and arrests.
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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.
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Following RCB's triumph in the IPL final, captain Rajat Patidar announced that the win was dedicated to RCB's trusted talisman Virat Kohli, who has been with the team since the start of the competition in 2008. The captain was also spotted breaking a tradition in the final and urged Kohli to take center stage in the celebrations.
Texas Representative Brandon Gill faced online criticism after posting about mass migration and comparing past and present California. Users highlighted the irony, given his wife, Danielle D'Souza, is an immigrant from Mumbai. This incident follows previous controversy where Gill criticised a volleyball tournament, raising concerns about importing foreign class systems.