STRIKES

Israeli strike kills another senior Hezbollah commander as diplomats scramble for calm in Lebanon

A Hezbollah statement identified the killed commander as Mohammad Naameh Nasser, who went by the name “Abu Naameh,” his nom de guerre. A Hezbollah official speaking anonymously said he was head of the group's Aziz Unit, one of three regional divisions in southern Lebanon.

Samsung Electronics workers to strike on July 8-10, union says

A workers' union at Samsung Electronics in South Korea plans a strike from July 8-10 to push for a more transparent bonus and time-off system, seeking equal partnership with the company. The strike aims to disrupt production, with analysts noting limited impact on chip output due to automation. Union membership surged after Samsung pledged to support organized labor in 2020.

Union calls off strike action at Tata Steel UK plant

Tata Steel UK has halted its planned industrial action against a steelworkers' union, Unite, over its Port Talbot plant in Wales. The union had planned to strike from July 8, leading to Tata challenging the balloting process and bringing forward a planned closure of blast furnaces. Tata Steel UK welcomed Unite's decision against a strike and shelved early closure plans. The company will now focus on future investments and aspirations for the business, not renegotiation of the heavy-end closure or enhanced employment support terms.

Russian strike kills 7 civilians in southern Ukraine, including 3 children, say officials

WestJet Airlines strike to continue until deal reached with mechanics, union says

Bret Oestreich, president of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, said the two sides will reconvene with a mediator on Sunday. The union represents around 680 workers at WestJet, including aircraft maintenance engineers, who went on strike Friday after 97% of its members rejected a pay deal reached in May. "All we want to do is to go back to the table," said Oestreich. "The strike will be in effect until we get an agreement."

Tata threatens to shut steelworks early ahead of strike

Tata Steel UK has threatened to close its two blast furnaces in Port Talbot in south Wales earlier than planned due to an upcoming strike, sparking concern among politicians before next week's general election. "The Unite campaign is... about securing the long-term future of steel making in this country for thousands of workers in Port Talbot and south Wales," said Unite general secretary Sharon Graham.

Delhi Water Minister Atishi discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital

Delhi Water Minister and AAP leader Atishi was discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital on Thursday after being admitted due to health issues from her indefinite hunger strike. Atishi began her strike on June 22, demanding Haryana release Delhi's water share. The AAP claims Haryana is withholding 100 million gallons of water per day, impacting 2.8 million people. Though the hunger strike ended, AAP vows to continue pressing the issue in Parliament. Amid Delhi's high temperatures, water shortages have led residents to rely on tankers for daily needs.

Kallakurichi hooch tragedy: AIADMK holds hunger strike demanding CBI inquiry

AIADMK leaders and workers, including Leader of Opposition Edappadi Palaniswami, are staging a hunger strike in Chennai to protest the Kallakurichi hooch tragedy that claimed 63 lives, demanding a CBI inquiry. The Assembly session saw AIADMK creating chaos, leading to their suspension and eviction for disrupting proceedings. The death toll rose to 63, with 229 affected by the illicit liquor consumption in Tamil Nadu.

Delhi Water Minister Atishi's hunger strike ends after hospitalisation; doc says 'condition stable'

Delhi Water Crisis: AAP leader Atishi's indefinite hunger strike over the Delhi water crisis has ended after her hospitalisation due to deteriorating health. Doctors advised her admission after her blood sugar and pressure dropped significantly. Atishi vowed to continue until Haryana releases Delhi's rightful water share. The crisis, with a daily shortfall of 100 MGD, has affected 28 lakh Delhiites, leading to reliance on water tankers amid soaring temperatures.

Delhi Water Crisis: Atishi taken to LNJP hospital over deteriorating health due to fast; 'fighting for people of Delhi...', says Sanjay Singh

Uddhav group won more Lok Sabha seats, but our strike rate was better, says Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde compared Maha Vikas Aghadi's 30 Lok Sabha wins to Mahayuti's similar vote share. He defended Shiv Sena's performance against criticism, highlighting developmental projects in Bhandara.

Atishi's health deteriorating due to fast, doctors have advised hospitalisation: AAP

Delhi Water Minister Atishi's health deteriorated on the fourth day of her hunger strike, with doctors advising hospitalization due to low blood pressure and high ketone levels, AAP said. Atishi is refusing hospital treatment until Haryana releases Delhi's rightful water share, despite risks to her health, as she fights for the cause.

Delhi water minister Atishi on hunger strike; Why? When will it end?

Delhi's Water Minister Atishi has sit on an indefinite hunger strike since Friday, June 21. On the day, she was accompanied by Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh and other members of the party at Bhogal, near Jangpura where she sat on an indefinite hunger strike. Delhi Water Minister Atishi said that she will step on the path of 'Satyagraha' and start an 'indefinite fast' from June 21.

Will continue hunger strike until Haryana releases rightful share of Delhi's water: Atishi

Delhi Water minister Atishi has vowed to continue her ongoing hunger strike, despite deteriorating health conditions, until Haryana releases Delhi's rightful share of water. She stated that her blood pressure and sugar levels are dropping, weight has decreased, and ketone levels are high. Atishi claimed Haryana has reduced Delhi's water share, impacting 28 lakh people.

Ukrainian drones and missiles kill 6 in Russia and Crimea, fresh bombing of Kharkiv leaves 1 dead

Russian authorities reported four deaths and over 100 injuries in Ukrainian drone and missile attacks on Sunday, while the second day of Russia's aerial bombing of Kharkiv in northeastern Ukraine killed at least one person. Five people were killed by falling debris when five Ukrainian missiles were shot down in Sevastopol, a port city in Russia-annexed Crimea.

Delhi water crisis: 'Haryana govt has shut barrage...', alleges Atishi on Day 3 of hunger strike

Israeli strikes on tent camps near Rafah kill at least 25 and wound 50, Gaza health officials said

Delhi water crisis: Atishi begins fast for more water from Haryana

The minister has claimed that Haryana for the last two weeks was releasing 100 million gallons per day less water to Delhi against its share of 613 MGD, as a result, 28 lakh people in Delhi were affected.

Will Bihar govt go for immediate appeal in SC: Congress after Patna HC strikes down quota hike

The Patna High Court overturned Bihar's decision to increase reservations for Dalits, backward classes, and tribals from 50% to 65%. This move, made in November 2023, was struck down on grounds that it exceeded the 50% cap set by the Supreme Court. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned whether the Bihar government would appeal to the Supreme Court and urged the NDA-led Centre to support the appeal.

Patna HC strikes down Bihar's quota hike from 50 to 65%; Tejashwi Yadav targets BJP

Address issues being raised by OBC leaders on hunger strike, treat all equally: Pankaja Munde

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Pankaja Munde called on Maharashtra government to address OBC protesters' demands. He urged equal treatment for all demonstrators. OBC protesters Hake and Waghmare, who are on hunger strike for five days to seek withdrawal of government's draft notification on 'sage soyare.' Munde highlighted unequal treatment of protestors and emphasised the importance of fair treatment for all.

Army gets its first indigenous man-portable suicide drones

The Indian army has integrated the Nagastra 1 loitering munition, designed by Economic Explosives Limited (EEL), as its first indigenous man-portable suicide drones. These drones enhance the army's precision strike capabilities against enemy training camps and infiltrators, with a focus on reducing dependence on imports and promoting self-reliance in defense technology. With the potential for exports to friendly nations, the Nagastra 1 showcases India's advancement in developing cost-effective solutions for modern warfare.

Samsung workers strike, the first in the company's history

Samsung workers strike over wage disputes amid Samsung Electronics' battle to regain edge in memory chip business crucial for AI systems, challenged by SK Hynix in market dominance.