Amid escalating Middle East tensions, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Pakistan about Iran's nuclear ambitions during a call with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. This followed US military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, sparking controversy in Islamabad.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran's nuclear weapons program is significantly set back following recent US airstrikes, contradicting reports suggesting minimal impact. While President Trump hinted at regime change, Rubio clarified the US aims to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, viewing regime change as a potential consequence of Iran's current trajectory.
A video showing Indian tourists performing Garba dance inside Dubai's Burj Khalifa has sparked a social media debate. The tourists danced to the Gujarati song 'Chogada,' leading to mixed reactions. While some appreciated the cultural display, others criticized the behavior in such a prestigious landmark.
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The Andhra Pradesh High Court has temporarily shielded YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, former Chief Minister and YSRCP chief, from coercive police action in connection with a case involving the death of a party worker. This occurred during a political tour when a vehicle from Reddy's convoy fatally struck a man.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited is set to acquire a controlling stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC for $53 million, marking its first international acquisition and providing a strategic foothold in the Indian Ocean Region. This move aims to counter China's growing influence in Sri Lanka and establish MDL as a global maritime player.
India is considering revising the Ganges Water Sharing Treaty with Bangladesh, set to expire in 2026. New Delhi seeks a new treaty reflecting its current irrigation, port maintenance, and power generation needs.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that 'Operation Sindoor' is ongoing and any future terror attacks will face severe consequences. He emphasized India's readiness to take action against terrorism, highlighting Operation Sindoor as a message that continued aggression will not be tolerated.
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