- Sensex jumps 1,695 pts, Nifty crosses 23,600 on US–Iran peace hopes.
- Mamata Banerjee faces FIR over alleged provocative speech; probe underway.
- Geneva floated as possible venue for US–Iran deal signing, reports say.
- India marks AI-171 crash anniversary; minister says probe continues with professionalism.
- Kane Williamson retires from international cricket after 16-year career.
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Stock markets surge on US–Iran peace hopes
Indian markets rallied sharply on Friday as hopes of a US–Iran peace deal boosted global sentiment. Sensex jumped 1,695 points to close at 75,527.95, while Nifty50 rose 461 points to 23,622.90, reclaiming the 23,600 mark. Investor wealth rose by over Rs 10 lakh crore, with gains across sectors and mid- and small-cap indices up nearly 2%. Read full story
FIR registered against Mamata Banerjee over provocative speech
An FIR has been registered against former West Bengal CM and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee over an alleged provocative speech at a Kolkata rally. Filed on June 7, the case invokes BNS sections related to provocation and public disorder. Read full story
US–Iran deal talks intensify amid venue and nuclear disputes
Geneva is being considered as a possible venue for signing a US–Iran agreement as early as Sunday, according to reports. Meanwhile, Iranian state media said Tehran will not surrender control of the Strait of Hormuz under any draft deal with Washington. Iran also insists on retaining uranium enrichment rights, while Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he is in “full agreement” with Donald Trump on blocking Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Follow live updates
India marks first anniversary of Air India AI-171 crash
Civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu paid tribute to victims of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash on its first anniversary, saying the investigation is continuing with “diligence and professionalism”. The London-bound Boeing 787 crashed near Ahmedabad on June 12 last year, killing 260 people, including passengers, crew and people on the ground, with only one survivor. Read full story
Kane Williamson retires from international cricket
New Zealand star batter Kane Williamson has announced his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect, ending a 16-year career. He played 378 matches across formats, including 110 Tests, 175 ODIs and 93 T20Is. His final appearance came in the first Test against England at Lord’s, after which he opted out of the rest of the series. Read full story