Good morning. Sanjay Gandhi died on June 23, 1980 in a plane accident in New Delhi. A trained pilot and instructor, he piled a new plane, a Pitts S-2A, when it lost control and crashed shortly after taking off the airport of Safdarjung. The accident occurred around 8 am and Sanjay, which was 33 years old, was immediately killed. The crash was an important event, given the prominent role of Sanjay as a political figure and son of the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
India today presents a news menu that is dominated by fighter aircraft, bloodshed and fear of global geopolitical and oil crises in the midst of escalating tension in the middle.
Geopolitical Raita: Iran threatens Strait van Hormuz -closing
Iran’s parliament approved the street of Hormuz, a critical choke point that used 20% of global oil consumption, after American strikes, codename ‘Operation Midnight Hammer’ in its nuclear places. The closure is waiting for the final approval of the best security authority of Iran.
The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, on his way to Moscow to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, called the US and Israel actions a ‘big red line’. The US, via Pentagon Chief Hegseeth, described the strikes as “deliberately limited” and not focused on regime change, involving more than 125 aircraft and 75 ammunition. UN Secretary -General Antnio Guterres warned: “Humanity has opened gates for hell.” EU Ministers of Foreign Affairs will discuss the crisis on Monday, while the US has asked China to intervene.
Fast recording: Iran’s challenge and the American aggression mark a crucial moment in the conflict. If Iran continues with his plan to block the street of Hormuz, it will force the US to initiate steps to open the Choke point.
India, depending on imported oil, is confronted with potential delivery risks, although it placed larger orders in Russia in June. The Nifty and Sesex will be investigated for reactions to escalating tensions, while global indices such as S&P 500 and Nasdaq Brace for impact.
In the meantime, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Pezeshkian, who expressed deep concern about American air strikes and insisting on immediate de-escalation through dialogue. Modi repeated the dedication of India to regional peace and stated: “India is on the side of peace and humanity.”
Political herbs: warms up the election battle of Bihar
The BJP declared Nitish Kumar as his chief minister confronted with the Bihar Assembly elections from 2025, with the aim of suppressing speculation on leadership. RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav called Nitish “Tired” and a “Last”, who excludes his return to the Mahagathbandhan.
In the meantime, Lalu Prasad Yadav is ready to become the national president of the party for a different term on Monday.
In other political news, the election results for Kadi, Visavadar, Kaliganj and Ludhiana West are Monday.
Southern Sizzler: Karnatakas accusations of corruption
The leaked audio of the MLA BR Patil congress led to a storm, which claimed that corruption in Karnataka’s home spending. He stood with his claims, while Minister HK Patil criticized the government for illegal mining, with reference to an RS 1.5 Lakh crore loss due to “systematic loot.”
Celebrity Soup: Vijay Deverakonda’s legal problems
Actor Vijay Deverakonda is confronted with a case under the SC/ST law at the Rayadurgam police station, after complaints from tribal associations about his comments about tribals.
In the meantime, the CBFC demanded a title change for the film JSK – Janaki vs State of Kerala, starring Minister of Suresh Gopi.
Seasonal mix: Weather warnings
- Delhi: IMD publishes a ‘yellow’ warning for rain and thunderstorms on Monday, with monsoons expected in Delhi and Chandigarh within two days.
- Eight states: Orange alert for heavy rainfall and widespread thunderstorms, per IMD.
Bite off: the tragedies in June
A cruel grill of fate changed June in a tragic month for former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. On June 25, 1975 she explained a national emergency situation, which led to her downfall. Five years later she lost Sanjay, her son and political heir, in the same month. And on 5 June 1984 she ordered Operation Bluestar in Amritsar’s Golden Temple. The decision to send the Indian army to the sanctuary eventually led to her murder in the same year.
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