Addressing the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, PM Modi highlighted the shared roots in Bihar, particularly referencing PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar as "Bihar ki beti." He acknowledged the hardships faced by indentured laborers and praised their enduring faith, especially their devotion to Lord Ram.
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The Supreme Court administration has formally requested the Centre to reclaim the official residence of former CJI DY Chandrachud, as his permitted occupancy has exceeded the deadline.
Akash Deep's exceptional 10-wicket haul at Edgbaston propelled India to a historic Test victory, their first at the venue, leveling the series 1-1. His performance surpassed records of legendary Indian bowlers, while Shubman Gill, with his captaincy and stellar batting, became the youngest Indian captain to win a Test overseas.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Chinese counterpart, Dong Jun, in Qingdao during the SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting, where they discussed the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Suspended initially due to Covid-19 in 2020 and later due to the Galwan Valley clash, the pilgrimage is now set to resume. Singh also gifted Dong Jun a Madhubani painting from Bihar as a gesture of goodwill.
In a tragic incident in Delhi's Sagarpur, a 40-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his 10-year-old son to death after the child insisted on playing in the rain. The father, a daily wage labourer, was living with his four children after his wife's death.
Vanessa Bryant, continuing the family's Dodgers fandom, attended a game with her daughters Natalia, Bianka, and Capri. The family cheered on their favorite team as Clayton Kershaw achieved his 3,000th strikeout, a significant milestone. Vanessa shared photos and videos of the special night on Instagram, highlighting the family's love for baseball and celebrating Kershaw's achievement.
A remote island chain in southern Japan has been rattled by over 900 earthquakes in two weeks, causing fear and sleeplessness among residents. While no major damage has been reported, the Japan Meteorological Agency cannot predict when the tremors will cease. Residents are advised to prepare for potential evacuation as seismic activity remains high, reminiscent of a similar earthquake wave last year.
Delhi's ban on refueling older vehicles, targeting those over 10 (diesel) and 15 (petrol) years, faces criticism from ex-IAF pilot Sanjeev Kapoor. He questions the policy's focus on personal vehicles while older aircraft, trains, and buses continue operating. Kapoor also warns of potential black markets arising from the fuel ban, raising concerns about unintended consequences.
Intercepted Iranian communications suggest minimal damage to nuclear facilities following US military action, casting doubt on claims of complete obliteration. A leaked preliminary assessment indicates the strikes might only cause months of setback. Despite President Trump's assertion of total destruction, the White House maintains the Iranian nuclear weapons program is over, contesting reports of limited impact.
Following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Trump warned Iran against resuming its uranium enrichment program, threatening further military action. This came after Ayatollah Khamenei's vow to target US bases if attacked again. Trump asserted the strikes inflicted significant damage, while Khamenei downplayed their effectiveness, accusing the US of protecting Israel.