India enjoyed another strong day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Murali Sreeshankar moving into medal contention in the men's long jump final. The biggest highlight came from boxing, where Indian pugilists guaranteed 10 medals, setting the country's best-ever boxing haul in a single Commonwealth Games. Ankush Yadav, Sakshi Chaudhary, Arundhati Choudhary, Sachin Siwach, Narender Berwal and Jaismine Lamboria all secured victories to reach the medal rounds. India also saw progress in athletics, para swimming and shot put, taking its guaranteed medal tally to 22 while adding to its official medal count. (PC: NDTV)

The Centre has said Meta's explanation for briefly removing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Facebook post is "not adequate" and that the matter remains unresolved. Meta said the content was removed "in error" and restored soon after, apologising for the incident. However, government officials said the explanation did not sufficiently clarify what caused the removal and sought further discussions. Meta has reportedly assured the IT Ministry that posts by the Prime Minister and other prominent public figures will receive additional oversight and senior-level reviews to prevent similar incidents in the future. The government continues to examine the issue. (PC: Deccan Herald)

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina following incidents during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Midfielder Leandro Paredes, defender Nahuel Molina and coach Roberto Ayala face charges over post-final clashes after Spain's 1-0 victory. FIFA also charged the Argentine Football Association after players displayed a political banner claiming the Falkland Islands, known as Las Malvinas in Argentina, following their semi-final win over England. Additional cases involve alleged discriminatory chants by fans, unsporting behaviour and objects thrown by spectators. FIFA said those charged can present their defence before the Disciplinary Committee issues its final decision. (PC: NDTV)

India’s boxing contingent strengthened its Commonwealth Games 2026 campaign by assuring five more medals after an unbeaten day in Glasgow. Sachin Siwach, Sakshi Chaudhary, Arundhati Chaudhary, Ankush Panghal and Narender Berwal advanced to the semifinals with impressive quarterfinal victories, guaranteeing at least bronze medals under the competition format. Their dominant performances lifted India’s confirmed boxing medal tally to nine, underlining the team’s consistency and depth across multiple weight categories. The victories kept India firmly in contention for higher podium finishes as the semifinal bouts approach. With confidence growing inside the Indian camp, the boxers will now target finals and gold medals to further strengthen the nation’s overall Commonwealth Games medal tally.

The men's javelin event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 is shaping up to be more than the much-awaited Neeraj Chopra-Arshad Nadeem rivalry. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage, who threw 92.62m earlier this season, has emerged as a serious contender for the gold medal in Glasgow. Chopra returns fully fit after injury and will aim to regain top form, while defending Commonwealth champion Nadeem remains a major threat despite limited competition this year. India also has Rohit Yadav and Yash Vir Singh in the event, giving the country strong depth ahead of the qualification round on July 30. (PC: NDTV)

FIFA has proposed a plan to sell stakes linked to the commercial value of the World Cup, a move that has reportedly angered European football body UEFA. The proposal is aimed at generating additional revenue by allowing investors to gain financial exposure to one of the world's biggest sporting events. However, UEFA has raised concerns over the potential impact on football's traditional structure, governance, and distribution of revenues. The plan could reshape FIFA's financial model, but opposition from major stakeholders may create challenges. Discussions are expected to continue as FIFA evaluates the future of its commercial strategy. (PC: Reuters)

Football icon Cristiano Ronaldo is expanding his career beyond the pitch by making his debut as both an executive producer and actor in the upcoming television drama Day 1s. The series, centered on the world of football, will also feature Thierry Henry alongside acclaimed actor Damian Lewis. The project is being produced by UR•Marv Studios, co-founded by Ronaldo and filmmaker Matthew Vaughn. Filming is already underway, with the series expected to attract major streaming platforms. The move marks another milestone in Ronaldo's growing entertainment and business ventures beyond professional football. (PC: X)

“I was beaten by my first husband and thrown out of the house,” said Sharmila Dhankar after scripting history at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The 40-year-old became India's first para-athlete to win Commonwealth Games gold, claiming the women's F57 shot put title with a season-best throw of 9.81m. Born with polio, Sharmila overcame years of domestic abuse, financial hardship and discrimination for giving birth to two daughters before rebuilding her life through sport. Supported by her family, she began para-athletics at 34 and completed an inspiring journey with India's second gold medal of the Games. (PC: NDTV)

India men's cricket team assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has resigned after completing the England white-ball tour, ending his two-year stint under head coach Gautam Gambhir. A trusted member of Gambhir's support staff, the former Netherlands all-rounder is expected to join a former IPL championship-winning franchise ahead of the next season. His departure comes amid a broader reshuffle of India's coaching setup following recent performances. The BCCI is also making changes to the support staff, with fielding coach T. Dilip exiting and Subhadeep Ghosh set to take over, marking a significant transition in Team India's backroom structure. (PC: NDTV)

India's Valluri Ajaya Babu secured a silver medal in the men's 79kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, narrowly missing gold by just one kilogram. The 21-year-old lifted a total of 330kg, including a Commonwealth Games record of 149kg in the snatch. Malaysia's Erry Hidayat Muhammad claimed gold with a 331kg total after a thrilling final attempt, while England's Chris Murray won bronze. Ajaya Babu's achievement also continues his family's sporting legacy, surpassing the bronze medal won by his father, Valluri Srinivasa Rao, at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. (PC: X)