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05 Jul

Anti-US Slogans Dominate Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral as Speaker Targets Donald Trump

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The funeral ceremony of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei witnessed strong anti-American rhetoric on Sunday after a speaker made controversial remarks about US President Donald Trump, drawing loud responses from a massive crowd gathered in Tehran. During the ceremony, poet Mohammad Rasouli addressed mourners and delivered a speech that included sharp criticism of the United States and Israel. At one point, he referred to President Trump while questioning why he was still alive, prompting sections of the audience to respond with chants against the US and Israel. Thousands of mourners filled the streets of the…

05 Jul

Donald Trump Says Netanyahu Understands ‘Who Leads’ as Washington Prepares for Key Bilateral Talks

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has hinted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could soon visit Washington for high-level discussions, while underscoring what he described as America's leadership role in its relationship with Israel. Speaking to the media, Trump said he shares a positive rapport with Netanyahu but remarked that the Israeli leader "knows who the boss is," emphasising that the United States continues to play the central role in shaping strategic decisions between the two allies. According to officials, both leaders recently spoke over the phone, during which Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of American…

04 Jul

PM Narendra Modi Congratulates President Trump and Americans on Historic 250th Independence Anniversary

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warmest congratulations to United States President Donald Trump and the American people on Saturday to mark the historic 250th anniversary of United States independence. Delivering his message on behalf of 1.4 billion Indian citizens, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the bond between New Delhi and Washington extends far beyond a traditional strategic partnership. He asserted that the bilateral relationship remains deeply anchored in a shared commitment to democratic principles, the rule of law, and a mutual faith in the boundless potential of their respective populations, framing the transcontinental friendship as…

04 Jul

Israel Refutes Claims of Plot Against Iranian Officials During Backchannel Negotiations

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Jerusalem (Rajeev Sharma): The Israeli government has firmly denied reports suggesting that it planned to target senior Iranian negotiators during indirect discussions held earlier this year, calling the allegations entirely unfounded. In an official response, the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected the report, stating that the claims were false and did not reflect actual events. The statement accused the publication of presenting inaccurate information regarding Israel's role during the diplomatic process. The report had claimed that officials in the United States privately feared two senior Iranian representatives could face security threats while diplomatic efforts were underway. It further…

03 Jul

Massive Russian Missile and Drone Barrage Devastates Kyiv, Death Toll Climbs to 27

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Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Russia launched one of its most intense aerial offensives against Kyiv in recent months, killing at least 27 people and injuring more than 90 in a coordinated overnight barrage involving hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles. The strikes triggered widespread destruction across the Ukrainian capital, with emergency crews working around the clock to rescue people trapped beneath the rubble. Air raid sirens sounded for hours as explosions rocked multiple districts of Kyiv. Residents sought shelter in metro stations and underground bunkers while fires broke out at several locations following the attacks. Thick smoke covered parts of…

03 Jul

Iran Enters National Mourning as Funeral Ceremonies for Ayatollah Khamenei Begin; Senior IRGC Leaders Join Final Tributes

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Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Iran has formally begun the state funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with thousands gathering in Tehran to pay their final respects to the country's former Supreme Leader. The multi-day programme marks the start of an extensive national mourning period, with ceremonies expected to continue across several cities before concluding later this week. As preparations intensified, senior figures of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) were seen attending official events linked to the funeral. Among them was General Ahmad Vahidi, whose appearance alongside other top officials drew attention as Iran's political and military leadership united to honour…

03 Jul

Donald Trump Again Credits Tariff Threat for India-Pakistan De-escalation; India Maintains Ceasefire Was Bilateral

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has once again asserted that his tariff policy played a decisive role in preventing a larger military confrontation between India and Pakistan, claiming economic pressure helped defuse tensions between the two neighbouring nations. Speaking during an interview with CNBC, Trump described tariffs as a powerful diplomatic tool and said they had enabled him to prevent several international conflicts. Referring to India and Pakistan, he alleged that both countries backed away from further escalation after being warned of harsh trade measures. According to Trump, he had informed both governments that continuing hostilities would result…

02 Jul

Ahead of Amarnath Yatra, NHAI Opens Key Viaduct and Tunnel to Boost Safer Highway Connectivity in J&K

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Jammu (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant infrastructure boost ahead of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has completed major engineering works on the Udhampur–Kathua–Doda stretch, enhancing safer and more reliable road connectivity to the Kashmir Valley. Officials confirmed that a 810-metre-long viaduct at Ramsoo and a 3.5-kilometre tunnel connecting Digdole and Panthyal in Ramban district have been completed and will be opened for traffic from July 3, 2026. These newly built structures are designed to bypass vulnerable and landslide-prone sections of the Ramban–Banihal corridor, one of the most challenging stretches on the Jammu–Srinagar…

02 Jul

Doha Talks End Without Major Breakthrough as US and Iran Continue Diplomatic Engagement

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Doha (Rajeev Sharma): The latest round of indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Doha, Qatar, with both sides agreeing to continue diplomatic contacts despite making no major announcements on unresolved issues. The discussions centred on implementing elements of a temporary agreement reached earlier, with particular attention given to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and the release of Iranian financial assets held overseas. According to officials familiar with the negotiations, the two-day meeting focused largely on technical matters rather than politically sensitive topics. Representatives from Washington and Tehran held separate consultations through Qatari and Pakistani…

02 Jul

Facing Domestic Fuel Crunch, Russia Sources Petrol from India Amid Refinery Disruptions

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Moscow (Rajeev Sharma): Russia has begun importing petrol from India as the country works to overcome fuel shortages caused by repeated attacks on its energy infrastructure, signalling an unusual shift for one of the world’s leading oil producers. According to industry sources, the first consignments of Indian gasoline have already been dispatched to Russia by sea. Initial deliveries are estimated to total around 60,000 metric tonnes, with additional shipments expected as Moscow attempts to stabilise fuel supplies across the country. The shortages have emerged after a series of Ukrainian drone strikes damaged several Russian oil refineries, affecting domestic fuel production.…