Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei faces deep isolation after Israeli airstrikes killed key military aides, including IRGC leaders Hossein Salami, Amir Ali Hajizadeh, and intelligence chief Mohammad Kazemi. The losses have shaken Khamenei’s core advisory circle amid Iran’s escalating conflict with Israel. Khamenei, 86, is reportedly relying more on his son Mojtaba Khamenei, a rising cleric with growing influence over the Revolutionary Guards. Analysts warn of dangerous miscalculations as Iran’s inner leadership weakens. Outside Iran, key allies like Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah and Syria’s Bashar al-Assad have also fallen, adding pressure to Tehran’s fragile regional strategy and internal stability. (PC: Reuters)

Air India cancelled 7 international flights on Tuesday, including 6 operated by Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners—the same model involved in the recent Ahmedabad crash that killed over 270 people. Technical glitches and aircraft unavailability were cited as reasons. Affected routes included Delhi-Dubai, Delhi-Vienna, and Ahmedabad-London. Following the June 12 crash of AI171, the airline intensified safety checks on Dreamliners, stressing its schedule. Air India offered hotel stays, refunds, and rescheduling to affected passengers. Another flight from San Francisco to Mumbai was delayed in Kolkata due to engine issues. DGCA has called an urgent meeting with Air India over recent incidents. (PC: AP)

US President Donald Trump has ruled out supporting a ceasefire in the escalating Iran-Israel conflict, insisting on a “real end” to hostilities. Speaking aboard Air Force One after leaving the G7 summit early, Trump said, “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” and hinted at potential diplomatic moves involving Vice President JD Vance or envoy Steve Witkoff. Trump also denied French President Macron’s claim of a US ceasefire proposal. Meanwhile, Iran launched new missile strikes as Israel killed Iran’s military chief. Over 248 people have died across both countries. China has urged its citizens to leave Israel amid worsening security. (PC: Reuters)

At least 51 Palestinians were killed and over 200 injured after Israeli forces opened fire near an aid distribution site in Khan Younis, Gaza, according to witnesses and rescuers. Drones and tanks allegedly targeted crowds waiting for flour at a World Food Programme site. The Israeli military acknowledged firing after crowds approached troops and said the incident is under review. Nasser Hospital, overwhelmed by casualties, is struggling to cope. This marks the deadliest of several recent shootings linked to food aid sites. The UN and WHO have condemned the violence, with calls for an independent investigation intensifying internationally. (PC: Reuters)

A blast at a pharma factory in Bhilgaon, Nagpur, killed one person and injured six on Tuesday. The explosion happened around 11 am in a glass line reactor at Ankit Pulps and Boards Pvt Ltd. Police said the cause is still unknown. All injured people were taken to a hospital in Kamptee town. One person is in critical condition. The company makes microcrystalline cellulose, used in medicines and food. The factory was badly damaged in the blast. Officials are investigating the incident. More safety checks are expected at similar units following the explosion. (PC: PTI)

A yellow heat alert has been issued for most of England, with temperatures expected to reach 33°C this weekend. Only the North East and North West are not under warning. The alert starts Wednesday at noon and ends Sunday evening. The elderly and people with health issues are most at risk. The East of England may be hottest, possibly breaking this year’s record of 29.4°C. London Fire Brigade warned of wildfire risks due to dry weather. Experts advise staying indoors from 11am to 3pm, drinking water, and wearing hats and sunscreen. Ice cream makers say business is booming. (PC: PA)

The US has said Iran is still three years away from making a nuclear weapon, going against Israel's claim. Israel attacked Iran last week, saying it was to stop Iran from reaching the “point of no return.” At least 224 people were killed in the Israeli strikes. US intelligence believes Iran is not actively building a bomb. Officials say Israel's attack only delayed Iran’s program by a few months, not years. The Natanz site was hit, but Fordow remains untouched. Former US intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard also said Iran is not currently making nuclear weapons. (PC: Reuters)

Air India cancelled five international flights today, all operated by Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners. This comes after the June 12 crash of flight AI 171 from Ahmedabad to London, which killed 241 people on board and 33 on the ground. The cancelled flights include Delhi to Dubai, Vienna, Paris, Ahmedabad to London, and London to Amritsar. Another Dreamliner returned to Hong Kong due to a technical issue, and a San Francisco–Mumbai flight was delayed in Kolkata. The DGCA has ordered detailed safety checks on all 787s with GEnx engines. Air India has retired the AI 171 call sign to honour the victims. (PC: NDTV/ Reuters)

Jasprit Bumrah has opened up about why he didn’t become India’s Test captain after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from red-ball cricket. Bumrah revealed he turned down the offer due to workload concerns and past back injuries. “Before Rohit and Virat retired during the IPL, I had spoken to the BCCI about my workloads going forward in a five-Test match series,” he said. Bumrah added that he consulted his doctors and physios before making the call. “I love cricket more than captaincy,” he said, adding that it’s better for the team to have one consistent leader. Shubman Gill was named captain for the England series.

Union Petroleum & Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri reviewed India’s petroleum supply amid escalating Israel–Iran tensions. He confirmed India is “well‑positioned” to meet its fuel requirements, crediting PM Modi’s diversified import strategy and proactive government planning. The minister met with officials from IOCL, HPCL and BPCL to reassess stock levels and confirm reserves. India now explores offshore prospects, with promising finds in the Andaman Sea potentially a “Guyana moment” enabled by opening 1 million km² of previously restricted sedimentary basins. Only 8 % of India’s total 3.5 million km² basin has been explored; current exploration targets about 42 billion tonnes of oil‑gas equivalent. Although offshore wells cost US $100 million each, state-owned ONGC has drilled historic numbers this year.