Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States against restarting military conflict, claiming its armed forces have significantly rebuilt capabilities during the ongoing ceasefire. Iranian Parliament Speaker and top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned of a “crushing and bitter” response if President Donald Trump resumes attacks. The remarks came amid renewed diplomatic efforts involving Pakistan and Qatar to secure a broader peace agreement between Washington and Tehran. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged limited progress in talks but said key disagreements remain unresolved, including Iran’s nuclear programme and tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. (PC: Reuters)

The Central government has ordered the historic Delhi Gymkhana Club to vacate its prime Lutyens’ Delhi premises by June 5, citing defence-linked infrastructure and public-interest projects. The move follows years of legal battles, bureaucratic intervention, and delayed reforms within one of India’s most elite clubs. Allegations of mismanagement, nepotism, and deviation from the club’s original sporting purpose had triggered action by the NCLT and NCLAT, leading to a government-appointed administration in 2021. Despite court-monitored reform efforts, elections were repeatedly delayed. The development could mark the end of the century-old institution’s presence near 7 Lok Kalyan Marg. (PC: X)

At least 90 miners were killed after a massive gas explosion ripped through the Liushenyu coal mine in China’s northern Shanxi province, marking the country’s deadliest mining disaster since 2009. Around 247 workers were underground when the blast occurred, with rescue teams managing to evacuate over 200 miners. Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered authorities to “spare no effort” in rescue operations and demanded a full investigation into the tragedy. Several mine executives were reportedly detained as investigators examined possible safety violations. The disaster has reignited concerns over industrial safety standards in China’s coal mining sector. (PC: Reuters )

India’s T20I captaincy discussion has intensified, with reports naming Shubman Gill and Tilak Varma as leading long-term leadership candidates. While Shreyas Iyer’s strong IPL performances and captaincy credentials have impressed experts like Ricky Ponting, reports suggest head coach Gautam Gambhir may not fully back Iyer for the role. Gill’s calm leadership with Gujarat Titans and Tilak’s growing influence in India’s T20 setup reportedly make them strong contenders. The debate comes as selectors plan India’s future white-ball leadership transition beyond Suryakumar Yadav, with IPL performances heavily influencing decisions ahead of upcoming ICC tournaments. 

A tense moment between Virat Kohli and Travis Head during the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad sparked major controversy after Kohli appeared to ignore Head’s post-match handshake. The drama reportedly began during RCB’s chase when the two exchanged heated words on the field. Reports claim Head challenged Kohli aggressively, prompting a sharp response from the RCB star. Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan later said the incident “could’ve been avoided,” adding that Kohli’s intense, aggressive approach often mirrors Australian-style competitiveness. The viral moment quickly triggered debates across social media and cricket circles. (PC: NDTV)

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has alleged a coordinated crackdown on the satirical digital movement after losing access to multiple social media platforms. Dipke claimed the party’s Instagram page was hacked, its backup account removed, and the official X account withheld in India. He also said his personal Instagram account was compromised and warned supporters not to trust posts made from those accounts. The controversy comes as the viral youth-driven movement gains massive online attention over issues like unemployment, paper leaks, and governance. The developments have sparked fresh debates on digital censorship, online freedom, and political satire in India.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India aims to become the world’s largest arms exporter within the next 25-30 years, highlighting the growing role of the private sector in defence manufacturing. Speaking at the inauguration of a major private defence facility in Maharashtra, he said the government plans to increase private sector participation in defence production to 50%. Singh emphasized the success of the “Make in India” initiative, noting India’s rising defence exports and stronger indigenous manufacturing capabilities. The new facility is expected to boost military production, create jobs, and strengthen India’s position in the global defence market. (PC: X)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held high-level discussions with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi on Saturday, focusing on trade, defence, energy security, and Indo-Pacific cooperation. During the meeting, Rubio extended an invitation from US President Donald Trump for Modi to visit the White House. The visit comes amid efforts to stabilise India-US ties strained by tariff disputes, immigration concerns, and global energy tensions linked to the Iran conflict. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership and working together on regional peace, security, and critical technology cooperation. 

Iran praised former US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard after she announced her resignation from the Trump administration. In a post on X, Iran’s embassy in Armenia said Gabbard had spoken “truths” about Iran that US President Donald Trump “hated”. Gabbard resigned after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer. Trump confirmed her resignation and said Aaron Lukas would serve as acting intelligence director. Several US leaders reacted to her departure, with Vice President JD Vance calling her a patriot and loyal friend.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday during his four-day India visit. The meeting at Seva Theerth lasted for more than an hour. Rubio earlier visited Kolkata, where he toured the Mother House of Missionaries of Charity, Nirmala Sishu Bhawan and Victoria Memorial. His visit is focused on energy cooperation, trade, defence and the QUAD partnership involving India, the US, Japan and Australia. Rubio is also expected to hold talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar amid rising tensions in West Asia and concerns over energy supplies.