The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted social media rumors alleging that the United States utilized Indian airspace for airstrikes against Iran during a purported “Operation Midnight Hammer.” PIB clarified that these claims are false, emphasizing that Indian airspace was not used by the US in any such operation.
Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced a significant increase in reservation for Anganwadi workers, raising it to 50% for supervisor posts. In a move towards social inclusion, the state cabinet has also approved OBC status for the transgender community, with identity cards issued to original inhabitants of Assam.
Following the devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, DNA tests have successfully identified 251 of the 270 victims. Authorities have already released 245 bodies to their families, including both passengers and non-passengers. The identification process involved multiple agencies working diligently to ensure accuracy and expedite the return of remains to grieving relatives.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav has criticised the BJP-led central government’s foreign policy amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, questioning India’s stance. This comes after reported US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, confirmed by the IAEA, while Iran condemned the attacks and Israel hailed the operation. India is currently focused on evacuating its citizens from the conflict zone.
India evacuated 311 more citizens from Mashhad on Sunday. The special flight landed in Delhi. This brought the total evacuees to 1,428 under Operation Sindhu. The operation aims to bring back Indian nationals from Iran and Israel. Evacuation flights operated from Mashhad, Yerevan, and Ashgabat. India is monitoring the regional situation for safe return of citizens.
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has firmly rejected any possibility of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s return to the opposition alliance, labeling him as ‘extra baggage’. Yadav criticized Kumar for switching alliances twice and accused the BJP of systematically weakening its allies, citing Chirag Paswan’s party as an example.
Amid escalating tensions, PM Modi urged de-escalation in a call with Iran’s president following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, which Iran condemned as a ‘savage assault.’ An Air India flight was diverted to Riyadh due to a bomb threat, but landed safely.
Union home minister Amit Shah has issued a stern warning to Naxalites, declaring that anti-Naxal operations will persist through the monsoon season. Shah urged Naxalites to abandon armed struggle and integrate into mainstream society, promising support and fulfillment of commitments from the Chhattisgarh government and the Centre.