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Shubman Gill called it a big honour to lead India in their 600th Test on Independence Day, but said his focus remains on getting the team’s WTC campaign back on track against Sri Lanka.

Several major stories are making headlines across India. In Uttarakhand, at least seven workers have died after water and debris entered an under-construction THDC tunnel, trapping workers inside. Several others were injured, while two people remain missing. Rescue and relief teams continue operations at the site. In Delhi, traffic restrictions and diversions have been imposed around the Red Fort ahead of the full-dress rehearsal for Independence Day 2026. Commuters have been advised to avoid several roads and surrounding areas during the rehearsal period. In Odisha, the Talcher-Puri MEMU passenger train derailed near Puri railway station while travelling at a slow speed. The incident occurred near platform number three, around 500 metres from the station. No major injuries have been reported. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has quashed FIRs against comedian Samay Raina and four others over controversial remarks concerning persons with disabilities on his show. The court noted compliance with its earlier directions, including awareness initiatives and support for persons with disabilities.

Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate as Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warns of a harsh response to Kyiv, saying Moscow is intensifying its actions. Meanwhile, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to travel to New Delhi for the upcoming BRICS Summit, as India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in September 2026. In India, fugitive drug kingpin Virendra Singh Basoya has been brought back from the UAE and taken into custody by the Narcotics Control Bureau. The Supreme Court has also quashed FIRs against comedian Samay Raina and four others over alleged insensitive remarks concerning persons with disabilities on India’s Got Latent. President Droupadi Murmu has opened Amrit Udyan at Rashtrapati Bhavan, while a Tiranga rally in Jammu and Kashmir showcased patriotism and communal harmony ahead of Independence Day. Internationally, around 1,800 people have been evacuated in western Germany after a wildfire spread, while Zambia has suspended nationwide vote counting following reports of violence. Gold prices have also declined as investors book profits after bullion recently climbed to its highest level in more than two months.

Parking in Bengaluru could soon become more expensive as the city considers premium pricing for parking on roads. The proposed policy aims to discourage roadside parking and tackle congestion in one of the world’s busiest cities. With Bengaluru already facing severe traffic problems, the move could change how residents park and commute across the city.

Navdeep Saini, who made his debut in 2019 under the captaincy of Virat Kohli and last played his International cricket against Sri Lanka on July 28, 2021. Since then, he has not been part of Team India.

Celebrating Venkatesh's 40 years in the Telugu film industry, Anil Ravipudi shared a first look at the veteran actor from their upcoming film. Read more to know.

Karnataka's Food Safety and Drug Administration widened its statewide crackdown by raiding canteens right inside the seat of power, Vidhan Soudha and nearby government buildings. Inspectors found cockroaches crawling on food plates, expired items like idli rava and coconut powder, poor storage practices, and missing pest control at a restaurant inside the Legislators' House.

A boat operator in Norway has been fined $5,200 after reportedly waking a sleeping polar bear with a ship’s foghorn. The bear was resting on land when the loud blast disturbed it. The unusual incident highlights Norway’s strict wildlife protection rules and the importance of keeping a safe distance from vulnerable Arctic animals.

As India's 80th Independence Day approaches, here's a look at some rare photos from the nation’s first celebration as a free country. From historic speeches and flag-hoisting ceremonies to Jawaharlal Nehru’s first speech.

From All India Radio broadcasts to live streaming on digital platforms, India’s Independence Day coverage has witnessed a major evolution in the last 80 years.

Amid the controversy, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court calling for structural reforms within the BCI, including the introduction of fixed tenures and term limits for its chairman and other office-bearers.

Pakistan has announced that its first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, will travel to the Moon's south pole aboard China's Chang’e-8 mission in 2029 to conduct scientific research and support the country's growing space programme.

MEA urges restraint over Rahul Gandhi’s Giorgia Meloni remark as BJP hits back and Gandhi intensifies his attack on Narendra Modi’s foreign policy

The United States and South Korea are set to begin joint military drills, prompting North Korea to warn that it could respond with military action. The exercises come amid heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula and continued concerns over regional security.

From Waqar Younis to Ravichandran Ashwin, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to take 200 wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Yasir Shah, Clarrie Grimmett and Dennis Lillee

Severe drought in Europe is exposing decade-old artefacts in the Danube River. After Serbia, researchers found a bike in the Danube River in Budapest, along with the remains of the two men who rode it. Their tags are still intact, and the bike is well preserved.

Notably, for about four seconds, the pilots of Air India flight AI2379 were unable to use the elevators and ailerons located on the ​wings and tail of the plane to control its movement.

Record rainfall in eastern Japan kills eight, floods Chiba and strands thousands at Narita Airport as authorities warn of landslides and flooding

Israel and Lebanon have shortlisted Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia as potential contributors to a new international mechanism aimed at verifying Hezbollah's disarmament in southern Lebanon. The list emerged from US-mediated talks in Rome, with these countries possibly providing troops to observe or take part in weapons inspections.