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World Junior Squash champion Anahat Singh opens up on handling pressure, defeating Egypt's best, Olympic dreams, Asian Games ambitions, coaches, and why she still feels like she's dreaming after making Indian sporting history.

A shooting near Seattle’s iconic Space Needle left two people dead and several others injured, prompting an emergency response from local authorities. Police are investigating the incident as officials work to determine the circumstances behind the deadly attack.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court over the circulation of alleged defamatory and AI-generated deepfake content linking him and his family to ethanol-related financial gains. The court has granted him permission to proceed with a civil suit seeking the removal of the disputed online content, with several social media platforms named as parties in the case.

The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever 2026 brought together thousands of Kate Bush fans dressed in flowing red outfits to recreate the iconic dance from her hit song “Wuthering Heights.” The annual celebration, held in cities around the world, honours the legendary singer through music, dance and community, turning parks into vibrant tributes to one of pop music's most memorable performances.

India has summoned Ukraine's Ambassador to the Ministry of External Affairs following the attack on the commercial vessel Mv Omorfi, which claimed the life of an Indian national. The MEA strongly condemned the targeting of commercial shipping, stressing that attacks endangering civilian seafarers are unacceptable and pose a serious threat to maritime safety, freedom of navigation and global trade.

Saudi Arabia said its air defenses intercepted and destroyed several drones that attempted to target oil facilities in the Eastern Province and Riyadh, blaming Iran-backed militias operating from Iraq for the attacks. Ministry of Defense spokesman Maj. Gen. Turki Al-Maliki said on Monday the attempted attacks took place over the past several hours and described them as terrorist acts launched from Iraqi territory.

The Karur stampede happened in September 2025 during a Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) election rally, addressed by its president C Joseph Vijay.

The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has struck down the Tamil Nadu government's order granting government jobs to the families of those killed in the 2025 Karur stampede during a TVK election rally addressed by party president C. Joseph Vijay. The ruling nullifies the relief measure introduced after the tragic incident.

SEVENTEEN members DK and Vernon are set to begin their mandatory military service later this year. Their agency PLEDIS announced the enlistment dates.

Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju said the opposition had initially demanded a discussion on the NEET paper leak issue, but when a significant bill has been brought for the welfare of children, they are not allowing the discussion to take place.

Markets are entering a crucial week, with the U.S. Federal Reserve, Big Tech earnings and rising oil prices all in focus.

Andrea Pirlo confirmed he is no longer in contention to become Italy's head coach after criticism over his commercial partnership with Russian bookmaker Fonbet

Karnataka's 14 major reservoirs are holding 419.35 TMC ft of water as of July 24, making it the second-lowest storage level recorded for this time of year in the last six years. Only 2023 saw lower reserves, when storage dropped to 371.07 TMC ft, raising fresh concerns over water availability as the monsoon season continues.

India’s CJP-led Gen Z protest stood apart from traditional agitations through its decentralised, people-powered approach. Volunteers provided food, fans, medical aid and legal help, while memes and humour drove its social media strategy.

A brief alleged behind-the-scenes clip featuring Sadie Sink has reignited speculation surrounding her role in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Read to know more.

The MET Centre has cautioned that heavy rainfall and brief intense showers during July 28–31 could trigger flash floods, landslides and mudslides.

The CPI(M) and the PMK have criticised the Tamil Nadu Raj Bhavan over reports that the 33rd convocation of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University would begin with Vande Mataram instead of the state anthem Tamil Thai Vazhthu. The parties argued that the move undermines state autonomy and violates constitutional principles, urging the Governor's office to respect Tamil Nadu's established protocol.

As advanced imaging, adaptive technologies, and multidisciplinary care models gain wider adoption across India, experts say the shift is opening new opportunities to improve both survival outcomes and quality of life for patients.

According to the proposed bill individuals convicted under the law can face imprisonment for a minimum of five years and maximum upto 10 years.