Evening news wrap: Israel launches ground offensive in Lebanon; why India is silent over Khamenei’s demise & more | India News
- As the Israel-Iran war escalates, Tehran explodes. With strikes targeting Beirut suburbs, Iran has banned food exports and the United Nations has called for an investigation into a reported airstrike on a girls’ school.
- India’s measured response to Khamenei’s assassination, in which it condemned Iran’s Gulf strikes but not the assassination, was due to its prioritization of energy security and diaspora welfare, despite Iran’s past denunciations of meddling.
- Three Indian sailors were killed and one injured aboard a foreign-flagged vessel amid escalating US-Israel-Iran hostilities. DGS India has increased maritime security monitoring and issued security advisories.
- Middle East tensions wiped out Rs 11 lakh crore from Indian markets as Sensex and Nifty fell over 2.5 percent. Analysts expect near-term volatility but remain bullish on long-term fundamentals.
- Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 97 against West Indies marked a remarkable comeback after being benched at the start of the T20 World Cup, fulfilling Rohit Sharma’s promise of patience.
Here are the top five updates of the day:
Israel launches ground offensive in Lebanon; Netanyahu Says ‘Hezbollah Will Pay’
Heavy explosions were reported in central Tehran as the Israel-Iran war entered its fourth day. Israeli airstrikes hit southern suburbs of Beirut, targeting Hezbollah positions. Iran has banned food and agricultural exports to protect domestic supplies. Meanwhile, the UN human rights chief has called for an impartial investigation into the alleged strike at a girls’ school in Minab, amid conflicting claims over responsibility.Read the full story
From CAA to Kashmir: Why is India silent on Khamenei’s death?
India has refrained from condemning the reported assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and has called for restraint and dialogue while criticizing Iran’s attacks on Gulf countries. The calibrated response sparked a domestic political backlash, with Sonia Gandhi questioning the government’s silence. However, New Delhi has cited the move in favor of national interests, including energy security, diaspora security and the Gulf Partnership, amid rising tensions across West Asia.Read the full story
Three Indian sailors killed in Middle East tensions; Center issues advisory
Three Indian sailors were killed and another injured while serving on a foreign-flagged ship in the Middle East amid the 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 activated enhanced surveillance, coordinated with naval and diplomatic agencies, and formed a rapid response team to assist affected crew and families.Read the full story
How the US-Israel-Iran War Wiped 11 Lakh Crores from the Stock Market
Escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions wiped out Rs 11 lakh crore in market value as the Sensex and Nifty fell over 2.5 percent, breaching key support levels. Rising crude prices, a spike in the India VIX, and safe-haven demand for gold indicate heightened uncertainty. Analysts forecast continued short-term volatility driven by geopolitical headlines, but remain confident 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, India’s highest successful chase in the history of the tournament. Despite being the first-choice opener and initially benched, Samson gained confidence from the inspiration of Rohit Sharma. After inconsistent performances and setbacks, he seized his opportunity, guiding India to the semi-finals and completing a memorable personal comeback.Read the full story
