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Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the Israel-Iran conflict, calling it a diplomatic failure and a break from India’s moral traditions. In an op-ed, she condemned Israel’s actions as unlawful and urged India to take a clear stand. The BJP hit back, accusing Congress of politicising diplomacy, stating that India’s position advocating de-escalation is clear and consistent.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations in Visakhapatnam, emphasizing yoga as a global tool for peace and well-being. Urging the world to adopt Yoga for Humanity 2.0, he called for integrating yoga into public policy and everyday life. Highlighting India’s push for evidence-based research, PM Modi cited AIIMS studies showing yoga’s benefits in treating heart, neurological, and mental health issues. The event saw participation from 2.72 lakh people and featured a fly-past by the Eastern Naval Command.

International Yoga Day 2025, celebrated on June 21, marks the 11th global observance of the ancient Indian practice that harmonizes mind, body, and nature. This year’s theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," highlights the connection between personal well-being and planetary health. From a grand UN session in New York to record-breaking celebrations led by PM Modi in Visakhapatnam, millions worldwide are embracing yoga’s timeless message of balance, unity, and peace.

Kyle Ingram-Baldwin, a 40-year-old father of four from Kent, died of stage-4 bowel cancer after doctors initially dismissed his symptoms as stress. Months after his diagnosis, he launched a fundraiser for alternative treatments but passed away just a week later. His wife has now started a second fundraiser to support their young children. Kyle was also a vocal advocate for men's mental health and urged others not to ignore unexplained health symptoms.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) accounted for nearly 45% of the total election spending during the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR). The party spent ₹1,494 crore out of a total ₹3,352.81 crore declared by 32 political parties. Publicity was the biggest expense, making up over 53% of total spending. The ADR raised concerns over transparency, highlighting delays in report submissions and missing data from several parties.