The White House has issued a warning about potentially expanding the U.S. nuclear arsenal in response to accelerating nuclear developments by Russia, China, and North Korea. Pranay Vaddi, Special Assistant to the President for Arms Control, highlighted that unless adversary arsenals change, the U.S. might need to increase its nuclear capabilities to ensure national and allied security. Vaddi's remarks underscore growing concerns over geopolitical stability and the increasing pace of nuclear armament by these nations, posing significant risks to global peace.

Iga Swiatek clinched her third French Open title by defeating Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 6-1 in the 2024 final. The Polish star showcased her dominance on the clay courts of Roland Garros, wrapping up the match in just an hour and 8 minutes. Swiatek's victory solidifies her status as one of the leading players in women’s tennis, marking her third triumph in four years at this Grand Slam. Paolini, making her first appearance in a major final, struggled to counter Swiatek's power and precision.

Janata Dal (U) leader K.C. Tyagi asserted that the INDIA bloc extended an offer to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for the Prime Ministerial position. Despite this, the JDU reaffirmed its commitment to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Tyagi emphasized ongoing discussions with senior BJP leaders about ministerial roles, affirming that decisions will be made at Prime Minister Modi's discretion. The INDIA bloc, however, denied any such proposal. Congress leader K.C. Venugopal refuted having knowledge of the offer, underscoring the bloc's focus on other strategies post-Lok Sabha elections.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has hinted at a possible future claim for government formation by the opposition INDIA bloc. Criticizing the NDA government as "unconstitutional" and "illegal," Banerjee emphasized a “wait and watch” approach during a meeting with TMC leaders. She argued the election mandate was against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and suggested that someone else should lead. The TMC has decided to boycott the swearing-in ceremony of the new NDA government. Banerjee also highlighted TMC’s plans to push for the revocation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, in the upcoming Parliament sessions.

Canadian public safety minister Dominic LeBlanc and Indian-origin MP Chandra Arya have denounced posters in Vancouver depicting the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The posters, allegedly promoted by Khalistani supporters, show Gandhi with bullet holes and her Sikh bodyguards holding guns. LeBlanc emphasized that promoting violence is unacceptable in Canada. Arya accused the Khalistani supporters of attempting to instill fear among Hindu-Canadians and urged law enforcement to act. These incidents have further strained India-Canada relations, with calls for Canadian authorities to address the issue to ensure community safety.

In Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming third-term cabinet, Chandrababu Naidu's TDP will secure four ministerial positions, and Nitish Kumar's JDU will obtain two, according to sources. TDP's nominees include Ram Mohan Naidu, Harish Balayogi, and Daggumalla Prasad. JDU's candidates are Lalan Singh and Ram Nath Thakur. This allocation follows the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) winning 293 seats in the Lok Sabha, despite BJP falling short of a majority with 240 seats. The swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, will feature dignitaries from neighboring countries, marking a new era of coalition governance reminiscent of pre-2014 politics.

Israeli military forces successfully rescued four Israeli hostages, including one woman, abducted by Hamas from the Nova Music Festival on October 7. The complex operation, executed on Saturday in Gaza's Nuseirat area, freed Noa Argamani (25), Almog Meir Jan (21), Andrey Kozlov (27), and Shlomi Ziv (40), who are reportedly in good medical condition. This rare rescue, eight months into the Israel-Hamas conflict, underscores ongoing tensions as the military continues targeting terrorist infrastructure in Gaza. The operation coincided with intensified airstrikes in central Gaza, which hospital sources say resulted in civilian casualties.

In a significant move, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is likely to retain the Raebareli Lok Sabha seat and is expected to relinquish his Wayanad seat, party insiders reveal. Despite winning both constituencies with substantial margins in the recent elections, the decision, influenced by the Congress Working Committee meeting, leans toward reinforcing the party's presence in Uttar Pradesh. Raebareli, a traditional Gandhi family bastion, is seen as crucial for the Congress's revival in the state. A formal announcement is anticipated by June 17, confirming Gandhi’s focus on Uttar Pradesh, where Congress aims to regain its historical foothold.

Russian authorities have recovered the bodies of four Indian students who drowned in the Volkhov river on June 4. The students, aged 18-20, were from Maharashtra and were studying at the Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University. Two bodies were recovered initially, while the remaining two were found on Saturday. The deceased have been identified as Harshal Desale, Jishan Pinjari, Jia Pinjari, and Malik Mohammad Yakub. The bodies will be flown to Mumbai and then taken to their native places in Jalgaon district. The students' families have been informed, and arrangements are being made for their funerals.

In a thrilling World T20 clash, the USA stunned Pakistan, sparking celebrations from Dallas to India. Dubbed as "India H1-B" due to the presence of six cricketers on temporary work visas, the team's victory resonated widely. Super Over hero Saurabh Netravalkar, Monank Patel, Nosthush Kenjige, Milind Kumar, Nitish Kumar, and Harmeet Singh showcased diverse backgrounds, from Mumbai to Alabama. Their journey reflects the global diaspora's impact on cricket. Netravalkar, a Mumbai native, shifted to San Francisco for studies, while Patel moved from Anand to New Jersey for a career change. Kenjige returned to the US from Bengaluru, and Nitish Kumar shifted during the pandemic. Harmeet Singh overcame setbacks to shine. Jasdeep Singh, split between New Jersey and Chandigarh, contributed to the team's success.