Violence erupted during the Lok Sabha polls in Manipur's Inner Manipur constituency as armed men intimidated election agents and fired shots near polling booths. Incidents of intimidation and firing occurred in multiple locations, including Thamnapokpi and Uripok. Voters retaliated by damaging EVMs and election materials. Congress candidate Angomcha Bimol Akoijam lodged a complaint after his agent was forcefully removed by armed youths. Manipur's chief electoral officer Pradeep Kumar Jha vowed to investigate. Earlier clashes resulted in EVM damage at Khongman Zone 4. The situation remains tense as polling continues.

Paris police launched a special operation at the Iranian consulate after reports of a man wielding grenades and wearing an explosives vest. The suspect threatened to detonate himself at the consulate, prompting French authorities to cordon off the area and heighten security measures. The individual was apprehended by police, but motives behind the incident remain undisclosed. Witnesses reported seeing the man with what appeared to be a grenade and explosives vest, raising concerns of a potential terror attack. Paris transport company RATP suspended traffic on two metro lines near the consulate. The situation unfolds amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

In the first phase of Lok Sabha elections across 21 states and Union Territories, the voter turnout stood at 59.71% till 6 PM, a decrease from 2019's 69.43%. Despite reports of violence in West Bengal and Manipur, Bengal recorded the highest turnout at 77.57%, followed by Tripura (76.10%) and Puducherry (72.84%). Prominent figures like P. Chidambaram and Rajinikanth exercised their franchise. The ruling NDA seeks a third term under PM Modi, while the opposition aims to gain ground. The Election Commission deployed over 18 lakh polling personnel across 1.87 lakh stations. Voting continues in the seven-phase election until June 4.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirms that Iran's nuclear facilities remain unscathed following Israel's retaliatory strike. IAEA chief Rafael Grossi emphasizes the need for restraint in military actions, stressing that nuclear sites should never be targets. Flight operations in Iran resume after temporary suspensions due to reported explosions. Israel's strike comes in response to Iran's recent attack, involving over 300 drones and missiles, intercepted by Israel and its allies. Tensions escalate between the two nations amidst ongoing military actions and international concerns over nuclear proliferation.  

Voting at 5 Thongju and 31 Khongman Zones in Imphal came to a standstill as women raised objections, alleging irregularities during polling. The polling officer closed the booths in response to the disturbance, as confirmed by Imphal East DC. Additionally, five booths, two in East Imphal and three in West Imphal, halted polling due to similar claims of irregularities. Earlier, panic ensued when miscreants fired near a polling station in Thamanpokpi, injuring a voter. A viral video captures the chaos as voters fled amid gunfire. Manipur's ongoing elections face turbulence amidst security concerns.

The Supreme Court requests updates on criminal cases against Baba Ramdev in Bihar and Chhattisgarh since 2021, related to his remarks on allopathic Covid-19 treatment. Ramdev seeks to merge cases for a Delhi trial. The Indian Medical Association opposes, citing Ramdev's alleged contempt for court orders and unethical conduct during the pandemic. Ramdev's lawyer objects, and the Union government expresses reservations over IMA's involvement. Ramdev faces charges including intentional insult and spreading infection. 

Singapore calls back Everest Fish Curry Masala from India due to elevated levels of ethylene oxide, a pesticide unfit for consumption. Hong Kong's Centre for Food Safety flagged the issue, prompting action from Singapore's Food Agency. Importer Sp Muthiah & Sons Pte. Ltd. instructed to conduct a thorough product recall. While ethylene oxide is allowed for spice sterilization in Singapore, its excess in the blend poses health risks. Consumers urged to seek medical advice if consumed. Everest is yet to comment on the matter.

Residents of six districts in Nagaland staged a mass boycott of the Lok Sabha polls, yielding zero voter turnout. The Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation (ENPO) spearheaded the protest, demanding a separate state, "Frontier Nagaland." Over 4 lakh voters abstained from voting, showing solidarity with ENPO's grievances of neglect and lack of development in the region. Despite 738 polling stations being set up, no voters cast their ballots by 1 pm. ENPO declared a "public emergency," barring political campaigning in the affected districts, citing government delays in addressing their demands since 2010.

China's directive to Apple resulted in the removal of WhatsApp and Threads from the App Store, dealing a significant blow to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The move, aimed at tightening internet controls, follows earlier actions forcing app developers to register with the government. Signal and Telegram were also axed over national security concerns. This crackdown promotes domestic apps like WeChat, limiting international options for Chinese consumers. Meanwhile, the US is mulling a ban on TikTok, citing similar security concerns, prompting ByteDance Ltd. to consider selling to a non-Chinese entity to avert the ban.

A significant fire engulfed Phoenix Mall in Pune's Viman Nagar area on Friday afternoon, prompting the dispatch of six fire engines by the Pune Fire Department. The blaze, which started around 3:15 PM, drew immediate response from fire officials after receiving the distress call at 3:25 PM. Visuals from the scene depict a massive column of smoke rising from the mall premises. The cause of the fire and extent of damage are yet to be determined as authorities work to contain the situation.