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Deepti's five-wicket haul placed her among an elite group of Indian bowlers to achieve the feat in a Women’s T20 World Cup, joining Priyanka Roy (5/16 vs Pakistan in 2009) and Renuka Singh Thakur (5/15 vs England in 2023).

The coldest place on Earth is also feeling the effects of the hot weather triggered by El Niño. Scientists recorded temperatures 20 degrees Celsius above normal in early June on the Trinity Peninsula in Antarctica. This shows that a heatwave has gripped the frozen continent.

A historic moment unfolded in Uttar Pradesh as Noida International Airport welcomed its first commercial flight from Lucknow, marking the start of regular operations. Union Aviation Minister flagged off the inaugural services while farmers who gave up their land for the mega project were honoured with a special flight experience. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also met several farmers, highlighting their contribution to one of India's most ambitious aviation projects. The airport is expected to handle 12 million passengers annually in its first phase.

PDP President Mehbooba Mufti said every pilgrim visiting Jammu and Kashmir should be treated as a guest and an ambassador who carries the story of Kashmir to different parts of the country.

New US congressional proposals could permanently integrate American and Israeli intelligence and defence networks. The move comes amid renewed scrutiny over espionage allegations and growing tensions within intelligence circles.

Taiwan's NSB launches a secure intelligence-gathering website for Chinese citizens. Modelled after Western agencies, the platform uses AI to invite leaks amid rising cross-strait tension.

Jane Fonda took part in the No Kings concert on the same day as President Donald Trump attended a UFC event linked to his 80th birthday celebrations. Read to know more.

The Hollywood box office is witnessing a major surge as the film Michael edges closer to the $1 billion global milestone. The movie’s strong worldwide performance has reignited industry excitement, especially as legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg makes a return to the sci-fi genre. Early reports suggest robust international collections, positioning the film as one of the biggest releases of the year. Analysts say the success reflects renewed audience demand for large-scale theatrical experiences and blockbuster storytelling. The report card from Hollywood indicates a strong recovery trend for big-budget cinema in global markets.

FSSAI flagged concerns over ingredient-related claims with issuing a notice to Storia Juice Pomegranate, and noting that the branding could create the impression that the product is pomegranate juice despite containing only 4 per cent pomegranate juice concentrate.

Known for her work on television and in films, she has worked in shows like Kumkum Bhagya, Sajan Ghar and Dilwali Dulha Le Jayegi.

U.S. President Donald Trump has made a notable remark about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him “a difficult guy” during his recent interaction. The comment has quickly drawn attention amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Indian actor Aamir Khan's monumental film, Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India, completes 25 years today. Twenty-five years ago, the Indian film industry looked at a four-hour script about colonial taxes and a high-stakes cricket match, and collectively decided it was box-office poison. No established producer would touch Ashutosh Gowariker's Lagaan. But Aamir Khan, who was then a traditional 90s star, stepped up to bankroll the massive project himself, gambling his entire career on a fictional village called Champaner. As the Epic marks its 25th anniversary this June, it is impossible to separate the legacy of the film from the birth of "Brand Aamir." Find out more about everything that happened in the world of entertainment in the latest episode of E-Club.

South Africa has launched a renewed crackdown targeting illegal immigrants as authorities step up enforcement measures across major cities and border regions. The operation focuses on identifying undocumented migrants, strengthening border controls, and carrying out deportation procedures where necessary.

West Asia’s ongoing conflict is not only reshaping geopolitics and global energy markets but also leaving a significant environmental footprint. In just the first 14 days, nearly 5 million tonnes of carbon dioxide are estimated to have been released due to military activity. While attention has largely focused on fuel prices, inflation, and supply chains, experts warn that the climate cost of warfare remains deeply underreported. From missile strikes to high-emission military operations, the environmental impact adds a new and often overlooked dimension to modern conflict.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Slovakia for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. The visit is expected to focus on trade, investment, technology cooperation, defense collaboration, and people-to-people exchanges. PM Modi is scheduled to hold talks with Slovak leaders and explore new avenues for economic partnership.

Sudan’s ongoing civil war has escalated into the world’s largest displacement and humanitarian crisis. Since fighting began in April 2023, more than 14 million people have been forced from their homes, including around 9 million internally displaced persons and over 4 million refugees who have crossed into neighboring countries such as Chad, South Sudan, and Egypt. Casualty estimates remain uncertain due to the intensity of the conflict, with figures ranging from tens of thousands to potentially hundreds of thousands killed. The crisis continues to deepen as humanitarian access remains severely limited.

Trump said Netanyahu nearly derailed a US-Iran peace deal and called him “difficult”. As Washington and Tehran announced an agreement, both sides claimed success ahead of talks in Doha.

A leading United Nations climate expert has warned that extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and more severe as global temperatures continue to rise. Scientists say that climate change is accelerating the intensity of storms, floods, heatwaves, and other natural disasters across the world. The growing pattern suggests that extreme weather may no longer be an exception but the new normal. Experts are urging immediate global action to reduce emissions and strengthen climate resilience before impacts become irreversible and more widespread.

Scientists have proposed that not all black holes are black holes, and some of them could be gravastars. These are stars that have already died and collapsed, but only to a point where compression of matter triggers the birth of a new universe inside them.