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News Menu, June 18: Israel-Iran conflict rages on; PM in Croatia after G7 Summit
Good morning. On June 17-18, 1858, Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi died fighting British forces in the Battle of Gwalior during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, her heroic sacrifice inspiring India's quest for her memory, India Today presents a news menu weaving global crises, diplomatic endeavors, and domestic developments, reflecting a nation's resilience amid Crisis: Iran-Israel Conflict Enters Sixth Dayadvertisement
Israel lifts air raid warnings, claiming to have intercepted most Iranian missiles, while Iran announces a new wave of attacks. Donald Trump, asserting 'complete control over Iran's skies,' rules out killing Iran's Supreme Leader for now, urging Tehran to abandon nuclear ambitions. Evidence continues to point at the United States' imminent participation in Israel's bombing campaign. Quick Take: Trump's rhetoric escalates tensions while offering a pause on extreme measures. Iran's resilience is being tested with its allies like Syria pushed out of the battle zone. Will it surrender to Trump's diktat or carry on despite mounting risks to its existence?India Ramps Up Evacuation Amid Iran-Israel EscalationIndia intensified efforts to evacuate citizens as the Iran-Israel conflict worsens, with 110 students reaching Armenia for repatriation soon. The MEA coordinates with Israel's ambassador to ensure safety amid heightened security Modi's Three-Nation Tour Concludes in CroatiaThe Prime Minister visits Croatia on Wednesday, the first Indian PM to do so, concluding his G7 tour, after a brief visit to Cyprus. The visit aims to bolster India-Croatia ties amid global tensions. The historic Croatia visit enhances India's Balkan Plane Crash: DNA Testing Nears CompletionDNA matching for Air India Flight AI-171 victims continues, with 167 matches completed, and 133 bodies released by Tuesday. Experts expect one to two more days, as the high-level committee probe Rain Brings ReliefDelhi will enjoy pleasant weather with light to moderate rain until Thursday, under a yellow alert. Heavy rain alerts for South Gujarat, Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Bihar, providing heat wave Arnala Commissioned: Maritime MilestoneIndia commissions INS Arnala, its first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, on Wednesday, marking self-reliance in maritime defense. The ship bolsters coastal protection against submarine Congress Leader Targets Own PartyChief Minister's son Yathindra Siddaramaiah criticises Congress for delaying Karnataka's caste survey report, denying justice to backward classes. He blames internal resistance and dismisses objections as politically motivated. Internal Congress rifts weaken its Karnataka narrative. The caste survey delay risks alienating key voters. Yathindra's outspokenness may spark leadership BRS-Congress Clash Over Phone TappingThe BRS-Congress feud intensifies over alleged phone tapping during the BRS regime. KTR plans legal action against PCC president, while CM Revanth and YS Sharmila escalate vs. Centre: Keeladi Excavation DisputeCM Stalin accused the Centre of suppressing Keeladi excavation data, claiming challenges to Tamil identity. DMK's student wing plans protests in Madurai, while the Centre alleges DMK politicization. The dispute highlights Centre-state cultural tensions. DMK's protests leverage Tamil pride for political gain. Resolution hinges on transparent archaeological Bite'I will not give up my Jhansi!' declared Rani Lakshmibai in 1857, her defiance echoing through India's trials today. India Today presents Rani Lakhmibai's final stand, leading to her martyrdom in a special story.
