Several major developments made headlines across politics, international affairs, entertainment, and sports on Monday. From rising tensions between Iran and Israel to the Rajya Sabha elections in India, the highlights of Academy Awards 2026, and key moments from cricket events, here is a brief roundup of the day’s major stories.
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Warns Enemies
Mojtaba Khamenei warned that Iran would demand compensation from its enemies and could seize or destroy their assets if they refused. He also indicated that Iran could keep the Strait of Hormuz closed as tensions escalate.
Trump Attacks Iran and U.S. Media Over ‘Fake News’
U.S. President Donald Trump accused Iran of spreading propaganda through AI-generated fake videos and criticized sections of the American media for allegedly circulating misleading reports.
Iran Fires Missiles at Israel Again
Missiles launched from Iran targeted Israel, prompting the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to activate its defense systems and issue safety alerts to civilians.
Voting Held for 37 Rajya Sabha Seats in 10 States
The Election Commission of India conducted biennial elections for 37 seats of the Rajya Sabha across 10 Indian states, with counting scheduled to begin later in the evening.
Amy Madigan and Sean Penn Win Supporting Oscars
At the 98th Academy Awards, Amy Madigan won Best Supporting Actress for Weapons, while Sean Penn received Best Supporting Actor for One Battle After Another.
Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley Win Top Acting Awards
Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for Sinners and Jessie Buckley secured Best Actress for Hamnet at the Oscars 2026 ceremony.
Tribute to Legends in Oscars ‘In Memoriam’ Segment
The ceremony paid tribute to late cinema icons including Diane Keaton, Robert Duvall, and Robert Redford.
Priyanka Chopra Presents Award at Oscars
Indian actress Priyanka Chopra presented the Best International Feature Film award with Javier Bardem, which was won by Sentimental Value.
Sanju Samson Shares Warm Moment With KL Rahul
During the BCCI Naman Awards, Sanju Samson stepped out of line to greet KL Rahul, showcasing camaraderie between the two Indian cricketers.
Top Bowlers With Most Dot Balls in T20 World Cup 2026
Jofra Archer led the list with 86 dot balls, followed by Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Matt Henry, and Adil Rashid.
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