Modi chairs NDA meet, Iran-Israel pause strikes

PM huddles with CMs on Viksit Bharat as Middle East tensions ease—for now.

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Prime Minister Modi convenes a high-stakes meeting with NDA chief ministers to review policy rollouts and the Viksit Bharat roadmap amid West Asia turbulence. Meanwhile, Iran and Israel announce a fragile pause in hostilities after weeks of escalation, though both nations warn retaliation remains on the table. A retired Bombay High Court judge faces threats over a 2024 Dawoodi Bohra verdict, prompting bar associations to rally in support.

Bar bodies rally behind threatened Bombay HC judge

India1 min read

Two prominent lawyers' associations have condemned threats against retired Bombay High Court judge Justice G.S. Patel and his family following a 2024 verdict on the Dawoodi Bohra community. The judge's daughter was reportedly attacked in the UK. Bar councils issued solidarity letters, calling the intimidation an assault on judicial independence. The incident underscores growing concerns about safety for judges who deliver contentious rulings in India.

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Modi to review NDA progress, Viksit Bharat roadmap

India1 min read

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a crucial meeting with chief ministers and deputy CMs from NDA-ruled states and Union Territories on June 11. The agenda: assess implementation of flagship policies, chart the next phase of the Viksit Bharat campaign, and strategize responses to the ongoing West Asia crisis that's rattling global supply chains. The huddle comes as India positions itself as a key mediator and economic stabilizer amid geopolitical uncertainty.

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Rohit, Hardik fitness uncertainty clouds India squad

India1 min read

India's head coach admitted he's unsure whether captain Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Hardik Pandya have cleared mandatory fitness tests ahead of the Afghanistan series. Hardik is recovering from a back spasm, while Rohit nursed a hamstring injury during the IPL, forcing both to miss multiple matches. The opacity around their fitness status raises questions about team selection protocols and transparency as India gears up for critical fixtures.

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Iran, Israel pause strikes but keep powder dry

World1 min read

Both Iran and Israel have announced a temporary halt to military strikes after weeks of escalating attacks that rattled global oil markets. Israel's Prime Minister said the country is holding fire "at the moment," while Iran's armed forces confirmed they've stopped operations—for now. Both sides warned that any breach of the fragile ceasefire will trigger immediate retaliation. India angle: The pause eases pressure on India's fuel imports and stabilizes rupee volatility tied to Brent crude swings.

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Fitness test mystery shadows Indian cricket's transparency

Trending1 min read

The Indian cricket team's head coach made headlines by admitting he doesn't know whether captain Rohit Sharma and star all-rounder Hardik Pandya have passed their fitness assessments. Both players are recovering from injuries sustained during the IPL—Hardik from a back spasm and Rohit from a hamstring issue. The lack of clarity around fitness protocols has sparked debate about communication gaps between medical staff and coaching teams in Indian cricket's high-stakes ecosystem.

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Harry Kane eyes World Cup glory in 2026

Sport1 min read

England's all-time top scorer Harry Kane is staring down his final realistic shot at international silverware as the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches. The striker has come agonizingly close to trophies in recent years, including a Euro 2020 final loss. Now 32, Kane remains the linchpin of Three Lions' hopes, with fans banking on his clinical finishing to finally end England's 60-year trophy drought. The tournament kicks off across North America next summer.

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