A senior adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader joked about a potential micro-drone strike targeting Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, raising concerns amid escalating tensions. The remark follows reported US-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and a rising online campaign seeking revenge for perceived threats against Iran's leader.
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Despite a mixed run after his world championship win, Gukesh D showed resilience at Norway Chess, securing a notable victory against Magnus Carlsen. His long-time mentor, Viswanathan Anand, upgraded Gukesh's performance assessment, acknowledging his resourcefulness. Anand highlighted areas for improvement, particularly decision-making in games. Gukesh currently leads the SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz Croatia 2025, demonstrating his ongoing competitive spirit.
Rashtriya Janata Dal urged Bihar residents to resist showing documents beyond voter IDs during the Election Commission's intensive electoral roll revision, alleging a conspiracy to disenfranchise poor voters. The Election Commission defended the revision as a routine update before elections, addressing past complaints about voter list authenticity.
Shortly after takeoff from Delhi on June 14, an Air India Boeing 777 bound for Vienna experienced a stall warning and ground proximity warning, leading to a significant altitude loss. Pilots successfully recovered the aircraft, and the flight continued safely to its destination.
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