Iran Releases Indian Crew Members from Seized Ship
The Iranian ambassador to India announced that the Indian nationals onboard MSC Aries, a Portugal-flagged ship seized by Iran, are now free to go. This development comes after tensions escalated between Iran and the US following Iran’s attack on Israel.
US Targets Entities Aiding Iran’s Drone Production
Acting in response to Iran’s actions, the US has imposed sanctions on individuals and entities supporting Iran’s drone production. The White House has indicated discussions with allies regarding further sanctions on Iran.
Juror Excused from Trump’s Hush Money Trial
A juror in Donald Trump’s hush money trial was excused due to concerns over her safety after her identification details were disclosed.
Allegations Against Delhi’s Chief Minister
Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal faces allegations of a conspiracy to harm him while in jail, with claims of insulin denial and food supply interference.
Successful Test of Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful test of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM) in Odisha.
COVID-19 Impact on Prisons
Research shows that state and federal prisons in the US were significantly affected by COVID-19, with incarcerated individuals facing a higher risk of death compared to the general population.
Indian Crew Member Safely Returns Home
Following diplomatic efforts, a Kerala native and the only woman among 17 Indians on the seized ship returned safely to India.
ED Allegations Against Arvind Kejriwal
The Enforcement Directorate claimed that Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was manipulating his diet to raise his blood sugar level in an attempt to secure bail.
Rohit Sharma Denies T20 World Cup Squad Meeting
India’s cricket captain Rohit Sharma refuted claims of a meeting with the head coach and chief selector to discuss the 2024 T20 World Cup squad.
Scam Alert for Taylor Swift Fans
Many Taylor Swift fans in the UK fell victim to scams while trying to purchase concert tickets, leading to a warning issued by Lloyds Bank.