Morning news wrap: Axiom-4 with India’s Shubhanshu Shukla to launch today, Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayoral primary. And more | India News
A new US intelligence report has cast doubt on President Trump’s claims that Operation Midnight Hammer destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme, suggesting Tehran could resume its nuclear capabilities within months. The US President rejected the report calling it ‘fake news’.India’s Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to lift off on the Axiom-4 mission, marking a significant milestone in India’s participation in private space exploration. The launch is scheduled to take place later today and has garnered widespread anticipation.In a major political upset in the US, Indian-origin candidate Zohran Mamdani is set to win the New York mayoral primary, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who has officially conceded.
Here are the top five stories of the morning:
US intel disputes Trump’s claims on Iran strike success; Trump rejects reportPresident Donald Trump has strongly denied reports claiming recent U.S. strikes failed to destroy Iran’s nuclear programme, calling them “FAKE NEWS.” The reports, based on a classified Pentagon assessment, suggest the strikes only temporarily disrupted Iran’s programme, leaving key facilities and materials intact. CNN said some sites were sealed off, not destroyed. Read full storyAxiom-4 with India’s Shubhanshu Shukla to launch todayThe Axiom-4 private space mission is scheduled for launch today, with Indian Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla on board. The ISS-bound mission represents a historic step for India in international space exploration. Read full storyZohran Mamdani wins New York mayoral primaryIndian-origin Democrat Zohran Mamdani has emerged victorious in New York’s mayoral primary after Andrew Cuomo conceded. The 32-year-old progressive has drawn widespread support from minority communities and is seen as a rising political force. Read full storyTrain fares in India to rise from July 1For the first time in five years, Indian Railways will increase passenger fares starting July 1. The fare hike comes amid efforts to improve services and fund infrastructural upgrades, though it may spark public criticism over affordability. Read full storyPM Modi slams Congress over 1975 EmergencyOn the anniversary of the 50th anniversary of the 1975 Emergency, PM Modi accused the Congress of undermining democracy. Calling it a “dark chapter,” he said it revealed the party’s “lust for power,” while the BJP rallied around the narrative ahead of polls. Read full story
