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U.S. President Donald Trump has weighed in on the future political prospects of social media star‑turned‑boxer Jake Paul, suggesting that Paul could become a significant figure in American politics. Trump’s comments come as Paul’s public profile continues to grow, with the influencer branching into political commentary and endorsing conservative positions.

Scientists are warning about the possibility of a “Super El Niño” developing later this year, raising concerns about extreme weather events across the world. A Super El Niño is a stronger version of the El Niño climate phenomenon, which can significantly impact global temperatures, rainfall patterns, and storm activity. Experts say such events can trigger severe heatwaves, floods, droughts, and stronger storms in different parts of the world.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a post on X that the safety and security of Indian nationals, along with the need for unhindered transit of goods and energy, remain India’s top priorities. He also reiterated India’s commitment to peace and stability and urged for dialogue and diplomacy.

Grinding never stops for the T20 World Cup champions, as a jam-packed cricket schedule for the rest of 2026 awaits the Men in Blue. With two months of IPL action set to get underway, check Team India’s international schedule afterwards.

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Despite ongoing military strikes and fires in war‑torn Tehran, the Iranian capital has recently recorded air quality readings that are cleaner than in heavily polluted Indian cities like New Delhi and Bengaluru, according to recent air quality data. Tehran’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was reported in the good range (around 33–42), while many Indian cities were in the unhealthy or poor category due to chronic pollution problems.

Iran’s state media say that Mansoureh Khojasteh Bagherzadeh, the wife of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is alive despite earlier reports claiming she died from injuries in a U.S.‑Israel airstrike that killed her husband.

Iran is reportedly close to finalising a major deal with China to acquire advanced supersonic anti‑ship missiles that could significantly enhance its naval strike capabilities amid the escalating US‑Iran war. The missiles — believed to be China’s CM‑302 export variant of the YJ‑12 — are designed to fly low and fast, evading defences and threatening large surface warships operating in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz. While Beijing has denied the reports, experts say such a pact would complicate U.S. naval strategy and raise the stakes in any future maritime confrontation.

As per rules, at least 100 MPs must sign a notice seeking the removal of the CEC in the Lok Sabha, while the required strength in the Rajya Sabha stands at 50. If submitted, this would mark the first time that a notice has been given seeking the removal of a chief election commissioner.

In a controversial remarks during the ongoing US‑Iran war, US President Donald Trump said that when he asked military officials why Iranian warships were sunk instead of captured, one of his generals replied that “it’s a lot more fun” to sink them — a comment that drew laughter from the audience. Trump also boasted about the number of Iranian vessels destroyed and framed the military campaign as highly successful, even suggesting the conflict could be nearing its end.

West Asia has been facing the brunt of Iran's retaliatory attacks. U.S. bases, airports, oil facilities, hotels and even residential buildings have not been spared. This has now propelled a rush among Gulf magnates to build bunkers.

#Gravitas The United States is deploying artificial intelligence to hunt targets deep inside Iran, turning war into a data-driven operation.

As the US‑Iran war continues with no end in sight, the mounting economic and political costs are emerging as a major challenge for the Trump administration. Officials recently estimated that the first six days of the conflict cost the United States at least $11.3 billion, with munitions, deployments and operations burning through huge resources and prompting possible requests for tens of billions more in funding from Congress.

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Hardeep Puri assures there is no LPG shortage, stating that delivery will be completed within 2.5 days. However, ground reality suggests otherwise.

Amid strikes and escalation across West Asia, one of Iran’s most critical energy hubs remains untouched — Kharg island. Handling nearly 90 percent of Iran’s oil exports, the small gulf outpost is a key link in global energy supply. Analysts say any attack on Kharg could send oil prices soaring worldwide — making it one of the most sensitive targets in the current conflict.

Scenes of chaos unfolded in India’s Parliament as the Petroleum Minister issued an important statement during a heated session in the Lok Sabha. Opposition members raised strong objections, leading to loud protests and disruptions inside the House. The minister addressed concerns related to fuel supply, global oil tensions, and India’s energy security amid the ongoing geopolitical crisis affecting global oil routes. The statement comes at a time when tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are impacting international oil shipments.

The war in West Asia is spiraling out of control. Cluster bombs are falling, rockets are being fired in waves as the conflict enters its thirteenth day. U.S. President Donald Trump has blamed his own advisers for the decision that ignited the war, while Iran’s new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, warns American bases across the region could face direct attack.

In the ongoing US‑Iran war, Iran has been launching waves of missiles and drones across Gulf skies in retaliation for strikes by the United States and Israel. Air defence systems in countries such as the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have intercepted hundreds of Iranian projectiles, including ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles, as tensions spiral and civilian areas face heightened aerial threats.