Tributes poured in from across the political spectrum on Monday following the death of Shibu Soren, former Jharkhand Chief Minister, and the founder of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM).

The chief minister has deployed an 11-member ministerial team to oversee relief operations across 12 affected districts, warning that any negligence will not be tolerated and stressing the need for sensitivity, speed and transparency.

The Kremlin has urged caution following Donald Trump’s announcement of deploying two nuclear submarines closer to Russia. This action was a response to Dmitry Medvedev’s provocative statements regarding nuclear capabilities. Trump emphasized the deployment as a precaution, highlighting the US’s readiness to protect its people amidst escalating tensions and potential new sanctions against Russia.