In a significant blow to Kerala's ruling LDF, the UDF secured victory in the Nilambur assembly bypoll, marking the first loss of a sitting seat for the LDF during its current term. Congress candidate Aryadan Shoukath defeated CPI(M)'s M Swaraj by a margin of 11,077 votes.
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US B-2 Spirit bombers, returning to Missouri's Whiteman Air Force base, concluded a 36-hour mission in the CENTCOM area. As part of 'Operation Midnight Hammer,' seven stealth aircraft executed a precision strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, deploying 30,000-pound bunker-buster bombs. American officials claim the mission devastated Iran's nuclear program, while Iran denies significant damage and vows retaliation, escalating regional tensions.
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.
Michael Atherton playfully questioned Dinesh Karthik about a lengthy timeout conversation with Virat Kohli during the IPL final. Atherton joked that Kohli's dismissal in the following over suggested Karthik's advice was ineffective. Karthik, struggling to recall the specifics, faced further ribbing from Nasser Hussain for his uncharacteristic silence on the matter.
The Calcutta High Court has temporarily suspended the West Bengal government's revised OBC list, which included 140 sub-groups, citing procedural irregularities under the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. This decision halts the implementation of the new list and related orders until July 31, pending a Supreme Court hearing.
S&P Global Ratings anticipates India's economy will grow 6.5% this fiscal year. This revision considers normal monsoon and lower crude oil prices. Global uncertainties and Middle East unrest pose risks.
NSA Ajit Doval addressed the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, urging members to abandon double standards in combating terrorism and hold accountable those responsible for cross-border attacks. He highlighted India's concern over UN-proscribed terror groups and advocated for a joint information operation to counter terrorism, separatism, and extremism within the SCO framework.
As Team India begins a new Test cricket chapter under Shubman Gill at Headingley, Virat Kohli's absence is keenly felt. Nasser Hussain lauded Kohli's impact, recalling his fiery leadership during the 2021 Lord's Test. With key players missing, India face England, marking a symbolic shift in the post-Kohli era, with Sai Sudharsan debuting and Karun Nair returning.
A multi-agency investigation is underway at Ahmedabad's SVPI Airport following the Air India AI 171 crash, which killed 241. Ground handling agencies are under scrutiny, with staff questioned and phones seized. The probe, involving AAIB, Gujarat Police, AAI, DGCA, and the NTSB, seeks to determine the cause, including potential sabotage.
A government school teacher in Maharashtra's Jalna district is under scrutiny after a video surfaced showing him asleep during class. The incident took place at a zilla parishad school in Gadegavan village, where students from Class I to V were present. Authorities have confirmed the teacher's identity and assured that strict disciplinary action will be taken following an investigation.