Kamal Ghorui
- Explosions hit Tehran as Israel-Iran fighting intensified. Strikes targeted Beirut’s suburbs, Iran banned food exports, and the UN urged a probe into a reported airstrike on a girls’ school.
- India’s measured response to Khamenei’s assassination, where it condemns Iranian Gulf strikes but not the killing, is because of prioritising energy security and diaspora welfare, drawing domestic criticism despite past rebukes of Iran’s interference.
- Three Indian seafarers were killed and one injured on foreign-flagged vessels amid escalating US-Israel-Iran hostilities. India’s DGS has heightened maritime security monitoring and issued safety advisories.
- Middle East tensions erased Rs 11 lakh crore from Indian markets as Sensex and Nifty fell over 2.5 per cent. Analysts expect near-term volatility but remain optimistic about long-term fundamentals.
- Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 97 against West Indies capped a remarkable comeback after being benched early in the T20 World Cup, fulfilling Rohit Sharma’s reassurance to stay patient.
Here are the top five updates from the day:
Israel launches ground offensive in Lebanon; ‘Hezbollah will pay’, says Netanyahu
Loud explosions were reported in central Tehran as the Israel-Iran war entered its fourth day. Israeli airstrikes struck Beirut’s southern suburbs, reportedly targeting Hezbollah positions. Iran banned food and agricultural exports to safeguard domestic supplies. Meanwhile, the UN human rights chief called for an impartial investigation into a reported strike on a girls’ school in Minab, amid conflicting claims over responsibility.Read the full story
From CAA to Kashmir: Why India is silent over Khamenei’s demise
India has refrained from condemning the reported assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and has called for restraint and dialogue, while criticising Iranian strikes on Gulf nations. The calibrated response has sparked domestic political backlash, with Sonia Gandhi questioning the government’s silence. However, New Delhi cites the move to be in favour of national interests, including energy security, diaspora safety and Gulf partnerships, as tensions escalate across West Asia.Read the full story
Three Indian seafarers killed amid Middle East tensions; Centre issues advisory
Three Indian seafarers were killed and another injured while serving on foreign-flagged vessels in the Middle East amid intensifying US-Israel-Iran conflict. The Directorate General of Shipping is closely monitoring maritime security in the Gulf region, warning of missile, drone and electronic threats. Authorities have activated enhanced surveillance, coordinated with naval and diplomatic agencies, and formed a quick response team to support affected crews and families.Read the full story
How US-Israel-Iran war wiped out Rs 11 lakh crore from stock market
Escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions wiped out Rs 11 lakh crore in market value as Sensex and Nifty dropped over 2.5 per cent, breaching key support levels. Rising crude prices, a spike in India VIX, and safe-haven demand for gold signalled heightened uncertainty. Analysts foresee continued short-term volatility driven by geopolitical headlines, but maintain confidence in India’s strong macro fundamentals and long-term growth outlook.Read the full story
‘Dukhi mat ho bhai’: Rohit Sharma’s hug, 4 words that changed Sanju Samson’s World Cup
Sanju Samson silenced critics with a match-winning unbeaten 97 against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup, sealing India’s highest successful chase in tournament history. Initially benched despite being first-choice opener, Samson drew confidence from Rohit Sharma’s encouragement. After inconsistent performances and setbacks, he seized his opportunity, guiding India into the semifinals and completing a memorable personal comeback.Read the full story
