Morning news wrap: Trump claims US strike destroyed Iran's Fordow nuclear site; Puri stampede survivors accuse police of fleeing; & more
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In the past 24 hours, a lot of things have happened around the world, from
Donald Trump
's latest remarks on hailing US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities to the devastating stampede in Puri that left three devotees dead.
Trump on Sunday praised the recent strikes on Iran claiming the bunker-buster bombs went through the targets "like absolute butter".
Three devotees died and over 50 others were injured in a deadly stampede near the Gundicha Temple. Meanwhile,
Trinamool Congress
is facing internal conflicts after leaders made controversial comments regarding Kolkata gang rape case.
Here are the top 5 news stories for the morning:
Trump claims US strike destroyed Iran's Fordow nuclear site 'like absolute butter'
US President Donald Trump said American bombs hit Iran's Fordow nuclear facility 'like absolute butter,' claiming it was 'completely destroyed.'
He described the strike as precise and very successful, suggesting it wiped out Iran's underground uranium enrichment site.
His comments follow reports of recent US military action targeting Iranian nuclear sites, raising tensions and questions about the long-term impact on Iran's nuclear program and regional stability.
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Puri stampede survivors accuse police of fleeing
Survivors and eyewitnesses blamed poor police crowd control, saying officers fled instead of helping during the Rath Yatra at Puri's Gundicha Temple.
Over 20,000 devotees crowded into a space meant for 5,000–6,000, with trucks blocking narrow paths and making the situation worse.
Despite AI cameras, drones, and a large police presence, crowd management failed. Three people died and around 50 were injured in the stampede on Sunday.
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TMC split deepens over Kolkata law college gang-rape case
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) is facing internal conflict after the gang-rape of a law student in Kolkata. MP Mahua Moitra criticised party leaders Kalyan Banerjee and
Madan Mitra
for their insensitive, misogynistic remarks about the case.
Banerjee angrily replied with personal comments about Moitra's marriage and honeymoon. Their public fight has embarrassed the party, which has distanced itself from both leaders' remarks and issued a show-cause notice to Mitra.
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Railways to prepare reservation charts 8 hours before departure
Indian Railways will now make reservation charts 8 hours before a train leaves, instead of 4 hours earlier. This change is meant to help wait-listed passengers know their status sooner so they can plan better.
The move aims to reduce last-minute confusion and improve passenger convenience. Railways will roll out this new timing in phases across zones to make sure the system works smoothly without disrupting existing operations.
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Light rain brings monsoon to Delhi; showers expected through July 5
Monsoon rain finally reached Delhi on June 29, two days later than usual, with light showers marking its arrival. Palam recorded the highest rainfall at 13.6 mm, and the city's temperature dropped to a pleasant 32.8 °C. Humidity in the capital is now between 77% and 98%, and air quality remains good.
The
India Meteorological Department
(IMD) says moderate showers will continue in Delhi until July 5 under a yellow alert. Across India, heavy rain is expected in northwest, central, and northeastern regions till then.
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