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For the first time in 23 years, the U.S. has three aircraft carriers in the Middle East, accompanied by 12 ships and 15,000 soldiers. This significant military presence signals readiness for renewed conflict should the fragile ceasefire with Iran collapse. The deployment occurs amid ongoing diplomatic tensions and Iran's reblocking of the Strait of Hormuz.

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan criticized Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's "terrorist" remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting Kharge struggles to differentiate between concepts. This follows Kharge's controversial statement during the Tamil Nadu election campaign. A BJP delegation has urged the Election Commission to take strict action against Kharge, demanding an apology.

The BJP lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge for calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "terrorist." Union Minister Kiren Rijiju stated that such language is unprecedented and demanded strict action and an apology from Kharge and the Congress party.

Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann have accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of using the Enforcement Directorate's raid on AAP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal as election preparation for Punjab. The ED action occurred shortly after Mittal was appointed deputy leader in the Rajya Sabha, replacing Raghav Chadha.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the residence of AAP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Kumar Mittal just days after his appointment as the party's deputy leader in the Upper House. This action follows a recent leadership reshuffle within the AAP's Rajya Sabha contingent, where Mittal replaced Raghav Chadha. Mittal, the founder of Lovely Professional University, entered politics in 2022.

Peace talks between the US and Iran have stalled over uranium enrichment curbs, with Washington proposing a 20-year freeze and Tehran offering five years. Disagreements also arose regarding the scope of a potential deal, including Hormuz and sanctions relief, despite initial hopes for a breakthrough.

The delimitation bills have been stalled for now, but the fight over who gets how many seats in Parliament is far from over. What is the right way to do it?

President Trump reacted positively to a social media post indicating a surge of empty tankers heading to the U.S. to collect crude oil. This follows his assertion that the Strait of Hormuz will be opened, with or without Iran, ahead of high-level talks in Pakistan. Trump also stated the U.S.

Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex closed Monday in red, as fresh geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment, following the collapse of US-Iran peace talks and a sharp rise in oil prices.

Each side blamed the other for the failure of the 21-hour-long negotiations in Pakistan to end fighting that has killed thousands and sent global oil prices soaring since it began over six weeks ago. Here's what we know

A ceasefire between the US and Iran is shrouded in confusion, with sharp disagreements over its scope, particularly regarding Lebanon. While the US insists the truce is limited to Iran, Pakistan and Iran suggest a broader agreement. This ambiguity, coupled with continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon and differing US negotiation frameworks, threatens the fragile peace ahead of crucial talks.

Rajya Sabha Secretariat denied AAP MP Raghav Chadha a chance to speak on the Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill, citing no party allocation. This follows AAP naming Ashok Kumar Mittal as their new Deputy Leader in the Upper House, replacing Chadha. Mittal, an MP from Punjab, has been active in parliamentary committees and international delegations.

Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring stated that Raghav Chadha's removal as AAP's Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha signifies his sidelining within the party. This move fuels public perception that Chadha may soon leave or be removed from AAP. Ashok Kumar Mittal has replaced Chadha in the role.