Morning Digest | Iran launches drones at Israel as regional crisis escalates; stone hurled at Andhra Pradesh chief minister causes minor injury, and more
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Israel closes airspace as Iran launches drones in first-ever full-scale military assault
Iran launched drones toward Israel late Saturday, the Israeli military announced, and Iran’s state-run media reported that dozens had been fired. Iran had been threatening to attack Israel since an airstrike last week killed two Iranian generals in Syria.
CBI books officials of Megha Engineering and Infrastructure, Steel Ministry on corruption charge
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an alleged case of corruption against Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Ltd (MEIL), eight officials of NMDC Limited and NMDC Iron and Steel Plant (NISP) Limited, and two officials of MECON Limited, which come under the Ministry of Steel, in connection with a work contract worth over ₹314.57 crore.
Iran-Israel tensions cloud plans for thousands of Indian workers recruited for Israeli construction sites
War clouds between Iran and Israel have cast a shadow over the future of more than 5,000 Indians who have been recruited for construction work in Israel, even as experts questioned the government for allowing the recruitment at this time.
Two killed in Manipur ahead of Amit Shah’s visit
U.K. sanctions British Sikh businessman Gurpreet Singh Rehal for alleged ties to pro-Khalistan terrorism, freezing his assets and disqualifying him as a director.
New York woman Stacey Taylor charged with smuggling Indian nationals into the U.S. faces severe legal consequences.
Supreme Court to review the constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order impacting children of undocumented immigrants.
A U.S. deportation flight carrying 172 Venezuelan migrants lands in Caracas amidst heightened military tensions and ongoing drug trafficking claims.
FIFA awards President Trump a peace prize, marking a significant shift from its traditional sports focus during the 2026 World Cup draw.
PM Modi emphasizes the enduring India-Russia friendship, highlighting energy ties and new collaborations during Putin's visit.
German lawmakers approve a plan to boost military recruitment without reinstating conscription amid rising security concerns from Russia.
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Trump's new strategy prioritizes regional concerns, promoting resistance in Europe and reasserting U.S. dominance in Latin America.
Israel's cabinet approves a $35 billion defense budget for 2026, facing a challenging parliamentary vote amid political polarization.
Sri Lanka issues urgent landslip warnings as Cyclone Ditwah's death toll rises to 607 amid ongoing heavy rainfall and evacuations.
EU regulators fine Elon Musk's X 120 million euros for breaching digital laws on transparency and user safety.
Indians among 171 delivery riders detained in U.K. crackdown on illegal migration as part of new government reforms.