Top US intelligence officials strongly refuted media reports downplaying the impact of recent airstrikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Director od national inteligence Tulsi Gabbard asserted the 'complete destruction' of facilities at Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan, estimating years for reconstruction. CIA director John Ratcliffe confirmed 'credible intelligence' indicating serious setbacks to Iran's nuclear program.
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Tragedy struck Uttarakhand's Char Dham pilgrimage as landslides triggered by heavy rainfall claimed three lives and left one missing. On the Yamunotri route, falling boulders killed two pilgrims, while another remains missing. A separate incident on the Badrinath highway resulted in the death of a woman after a rock struck her car.
To facilitate the implementation of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI), the Centre has formed a committee headed by former Isro chief K Radhakrishnan. Tasked with resolving implementation issues and harmonizing existing protocols, the 18-member committee includes directors from leading institutions and chairpersons of bodies like UGC and AICTE.
Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance was almost game-changing, but a crucial dropped catch off Harry Brook proved costly, triggering visible frustration from captain Shubman Gill and coach Gautam Gambhir. Despite multiple dropped catches, Bumrah's class remains unquestioned, with Ravi Shastri hailing him as India's best-ever fast bowler.
India is gearing up for a five-Test series against England, commencing on June 20th at Headingley, Leeds. Despite the absence of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Graeme Swann believes India still possesses sufficient strength to challenge England. Jos Buttler anticipates Shubman Gill, the new Test captain, will blend the leadership styles of his predecessors while forging his own path.
Suchitra Krishnamoorthi faced severe criticism after alleging that Vishwas Kumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Ahmedabad Air India plane crash, fabricated his survival story. She questioned his mental state in a now-deleted tweet. Following public backlash and verification of Ramesh's survival by the Civil Hospital, Krishnamoorthi issued a public apology, retracting her statement.
Donald Trump's administration might not increase sanctions on Russia. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants room for peace talks. He fears more sanctions could halt negotiations with Russia regarding Ukraine. The US hasn't lifted existing sanctions. The White House is working on tariffs for countries importing Russian energy. Russia aims to gain territory through military action. The US believes this will be difficult for Russia to achieve.
Despite past accusations of ties to a 1993 bomb blasts convict, former Shiv Sena (UBT) Nashik unit chief Sudhakar Badgujar joined BJP, prompting internal dissent within the party's Nashik unit. The induction occurred after Badgujar's expulsion from Shiv Sena (UBT) and a meeting with Devendra Fadnavis, with senior BJP leaders welcoming him despite initial claims of unawareness.
President Trump authorized a high-precision military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, marking a significant escalation in US-Iran tensions. The operation, executed by B-2 stealth bombers, followed stalled diplomatic talks and a firm ultimatum from Trump regarding Iran's nuclear program. The decision, made amidst internal deliberations and political considerations, represents a sharp departure from previous US policy, with uncertain regional consequences.
Shubman Gill's captaincy debut at Headingley, marked by an unbeaten century, has brought back memories of his verbal sparring with Jonny Bairstow during the 2024 India-England series. The resurfaced clip shows a sharp exchange between the two, adding spice to the ongoing series where Gill's leadership and batting acumen signal a confident start for India.