India has issued a stark advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran immediately. The government cites mounting security concerns in the region. Rising tensions and internal unrest have created a volatile situation.
Embassy Issues Urgent Exit Call
The Indian embassy in Tehran released the advisory on Wednesday. It specifically addresses students, pilgrims, business travelers, and tourists currently in Iran. Officials advise using all available commercial flights to exit the country promptly.
Fears of possible US military action against Iran are growing. Reports of deaths linked to domestic protests have also raised alarms. The security environment is deteriorating rapidly, according to Indian authorities.
Calcutta High Court's Order on I-PAC Raid Hearings
The Calcutta High Court has imposed strict limits on physical access to courtrooms. This order applies specifically to hearings related to the Enforcement Directorate's raid on I-PAC director Pratik Jain's premises.
Transparency Through Live-Streaming
To ensure transparency while controlling crowding, the court has mandated live-streaming of these proceedings. The decision comes after separate petitions were filed by the Trinamool Congress and the ED regarding the January 8 raid.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee previously alleged that the agency was attempting to seize data ahead of elections. The court's measures aim to balance security with public access to the legal process.
DMK MP's Controversial Remarks on North Indian Girls
DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran has sparked a significant controversy with his recent comments. He claimed that girls in North India are often asked to stay at home and focus on childbirth.
Maran made these remarks while contrasting the situation with Tamil Nadu's emphasis on girls' education. He asserted that northern states provide fewer educational opportunities for young women compared to southern regions like Tamil Nadu.
Iran Halts Communications with United States
A senior Iranian official confirmed on Wednesday that all communications between Tehran and Washington have ceased. This development comes amid heightened concerns about potential US strikes on Iranian targets.
In a related move, some US military personnel have been asked to leave the American base in Qatar. The exact reasons for this relocation remain unclear, but it appears connected to the escalating regional tensions.
Virat Kohli Creates New ODI Record Against New Zealand
Virat Kohli has achieved a remarkable milestone in international cricket. He has overtaken legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar to become India's leading run-scorer against New Zealand in One Day Internationals.
Historic Achievement in Second ODI
Kohli reached this landmark during the second ODI against New Zealand on Wednesday. His tally now stands at an impressive 1,773 runs against the Black Caps. Although his innings ended at 23 runs, the achievement solidifies his position in cricket history.
With this record, Kohli now ranks second overall on the list of highest ODI run-scorers against New Zealand. Only former Australian captain Ricky Ponting remains ahead of him in this particular category.
The cricketing world is celebrating Kohli's consistent performance and dedication to the sport. His achievement adds another chapter to India's rich cricket legacy.
