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Sonam Wangchuk has escalated his standoff with authorities, calling his hospital stay "illegal detention" and urging supporters to make Monday's Parliament march India's "second freedom movement" — for "freedom from fear" and "freedom from injustice." His wife, Gitanjali Angmo, says around 30 police personnel are stationed on his floor alone, over 100 across the hospital, severely restricting movement. She's moved the Delhi High Court for urgent permission to shift him elsewhere, saying she's "lost faith" in Safdarjung Hospital.

Russia launched one of its largest overnight attacks on Kyiv, firing over 40 missiles and 120 drones. At least one person was killed as Ukraine intensified strikes inside Russia.

Torrential overnight rains have triggered devastating flash floods and landslides across the border districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in at least eight deaths and leaving several others missing. The disaster has prompted a massive multi-agency rescue operation as authorities scramble to reach affected villages and evacuate residents from inundated low-lying areas.

In 2007, a 20-year-old Lionel Messi bathed a five-month-old baby in a plastic tub for a UNICEF charity calendar. That baby was Lamine Yamal. Nineteen years later, the two face off as rivals in the World Cup final — Messi chasing one more title, Yamal leading Spain's new generation. Yamal's mother won the photoshoot spot through a neighborhood raffle in Rocafonda, Mataró, where Yamal grew up

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick, netting twice in the first half and once from the penalty spot after the break, to star in the third-place playoff against France.

The embassy, however, did not give any specific details about the nature of the threat or say how long the evacuation was expected to remain in effect.

Marking a massive milestone for Indian sports broadcasting, Zee Entertainment CEO Punit Goenka extends heartfelt gratitude to Gianni Infantino and Team FIFA for an extraordinary, record-shattering 2026 World Cup journey.

PV Sindhu claimed her maiden Super 750 title by defeating Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 in the Japan Open final, becoming the first Indian to win the tournament.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final between Argentina and Spain is set to begin. Here's when and where to watch in India and all about the halftime show.

The United States has launched its eighth consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran, targeting IRGC coastal surveillance systems, missile depots, air defense facilities, and military infrastructure. The strikes come after two American service members were killed in Jordan during an Iranian missile and drone attack. CENTCOM confirmed that the operation aimed to weaken Iran's military capabilities, while Iranian media reported attacks near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has responded by claiming strikes on US military bases in Kuwait, warning that further American attacks will be met with a "devastating response."

The latest winners of the 72nd National Film Awards indicate a noticeable shift, with commercially successful films finding a place among the country's prestigious cinematic honours. Read to know more.

At the Ramayana trailer launch event held at Bharat Mandapam on July 18 (Saturday) in New Delhi, Yash lauded Rakul Preet Singh's portrayal of Surpanakha.

Russia launched another intense overnight missile strike on Kyiv after Ukraine carried out one of its deadliest long-range drone attacks inside Russian territory. Powerful explosions rocked the Ukrainian capital as residential buildings, shopping complexes, and civilian infrastructure were damaged. Ukrainian officials reported multiple missile impacts, while Russia claimed Ukraine targeted logistics hubs, warehouses, and oil infrastructure near Moscow. The latest escalation highlights the growing intensity of the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides expand attacks deep into each other's territory.

India has achieved a historic milestone as Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 successfully launched multiple payloads into low Earth orbit, becoming the country's first privately built rocket to reach space. The breakthrough places India among a select group of nations with private orbital launch capabilities, marking a major boost for the country's growing commercial space sector and its ambitions to become a global space powerhouse by 2030.

Actor Sanjay Mishra has been announced as the Best Supporting Actor at the 72nd National Film Awards for his performance in Bhakshak. The film was released on Netflix and also stars Bhumi Pednekar.

Football meets the Super Bowl. Discover how FIFA is bending the rules for a historic, star-studded 17-minute halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS during the massive Spain vs Argentina World Cup final.

In today’s top headlines, Russia launches one of its heaviest missile attacks on Kyiv, while Iran warns the United States of a "devastating response" as tensions escalate in the Gulf. The US continues strikes on Iranian military facilities linked to attacks on American troops in Jordan. In India, opposition leaders stage a symbolic walkout during the all-party meeting, and flash floods in Jammu & Kashmir’s Poonch district leave multiple people dead. Meanwhile, Spain battles massive wildfires, the crypto market extends its decline, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino thanks ZeeTV for promoting football in India ahead of the Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Final.

In today’s top headlines, Russia launches one of its heaviest missile attacks on Kyiv, while Iran warns the United States of a "devastating response" as tensions escalate in the Gulf. The US continues strikes on Iranian military facilities linked to attacks on American troops in Jordan. In India, opposition leaders stage a symbolic walkout during the all-party meeting, and flash floods in Jammu & Kashmir’s Poonch district leave multiple people dead. Meanwhile, Spain battles massive wildfires, the crypto market extends its decline, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino thanks ZeeTV for promoting football in India ahead of the Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup Final.

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