Cape Verde etched their name in World Cup history by scoring their first-ever goal from a direct free-kick against Uruguay, securing a 2-2 draw. This remarkable debutant nation, with two points from two games, continues their fairytale campaign, showcasing resilience and belief against football giants. The match also featured a rare goalkeeping milestone with both
Six Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs are officially joining the Eknath Shinde-led faction today, significantly boosting the ruling party’s strength in the Lok Sabha. This move marks a major blow to Uddhav Thackeray’s party, with the rebels citing ideological differences and proximity to Congress as reasons for their departure. The split intensifies political turmoil, as the
Congress leader Pawan Khera has strongly criticized the BJP, dubbing the recent defection of Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs to Eknath Shinde’s faction as “Operation Keechad.” He questioned the BJP’s motives behind allegedly “stealing” MPs from opposition parties, suggesting it could be an attempt to alter the constitution. This move follows a similar setback for the
Pankaj Tripathi’s brother, Bijendra Nath Tiwari, has been critically injured in a sharp-edged weapon attack in Bihar’s Gopalganj district. Officials suspect an old dispute led to the assault, which necessitated his transfer to Patna for advanced medical care. Police have registered a case and formed a special team to apprehend the perpetrators, with senior officials
“Actually, it’s a sadness beyond words,” Athapaththu, who is playing her tenth T20 World Cup, said after the defeat. “I think I played around 18 years for the national team and I could never get a chance to take my team into a semi-final of a World Cup.”
India’s women’s 4x100m relay team blazed to gold at the Asian Relay Championships 2026, clocking a season-best 43.85 seconds. Tamanna and Sneha Shanuvalli also contributed to a mixed 4x100m bronze. While sprint relays shone, the 4x400m teams faced challenges. Overall, India secured one gold, one silver, and one bronze, showcasing a mixed but promising performance
Iran and the US have achieved significant progress in high-level talks aimed at ending hostilities and reaching a political settlement. Key outcomes include a 60-day roadmap for a final agreement, the establishment of a Lebanon de-confliction mechanism, and a direct communication line for the Strait of Hormuz. Economic relief for Iran, including eased sanctions and
Morocco have achieved a historic milestone, extending their unbeaten international football run to an incredible 39 matches, setting a new world record. This remarkable streak surpasses legendary runs by Italy and Argentina. The Atlas Lions’ success is built on a disciplined defense, tactical prowess, and a belief that has transformed them into genuine contenders for
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has entered its third day of protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding action over alleged NEET exam irregularities and a paper leak. CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke highlighted ongoing support for students, including overnight stays and provisions. The demonstration, which began Saturday, has seen calls for the Union Education Minister’s resignation, compensation
