FIFA has launched a disciplinary investigation into Argentina's conduct after the heated scenes that followed their 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Several Argentina players and staff were involved in clashes with Spain's players during the post-match celebrations. FIFA has appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to examine the incident, with possible sanctions including player suspensions and fines for the Argentine Football Association. The investigation comes as Argentina also faces scrutiny over a political banner displayed after the semi-final against England, adding to the team's disciplinary concerns during the tournament. (PC: BBC)

Indian-origin Labour MP Kanishka Narayan has become the UK's first Minister for Artificial Intelligence and Online Safety under Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new government. Burnham retained Narayan during his cabinet reshuffle after taking office following Keir Starmer's resignation. Born in Bihar, Narayan moved to Cardiff at the age of 12 and later studied at the University of Oxford and Stanford University. Elected as the MP for Vale of Glamorgan in 2024, he became Wales' first ethnic minority MP. Before entering politics, Narayan co-founded a non-profit organisation promoting education and social mobility in South Wales. (PC: HT)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called the NEET 2026 paper leak a "grave sin" during the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, saying the government acted quickly after the incident. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said 13 accused have been arrested and sent to jail, while a NEET re-examination was conducted and results declared on time. Modi urged states to work closely with the Centre to stop future paper leaks and ensure strict punishment for those responsible. The controversy has also triggered legal challenges, with petitions seeking the dissolution of the National Testing Agency and a CBI investigation into the alleged examination malpractice. (PC: India Today)

The United States launched a fresh round of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military command centres, missile sites, drone launch facilities and air defence systems, according to US Central Command. The strikes came after President Donald Trump vowed retaliation for the deaths of 3 American soldiers in attacks linked to Iran. Tehran said it responded by targeting oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and US-linked military assets in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian described the conflict as a “full-scale war” with the US, while both sides reportedly continued indirect diplomatic contacts through intermediaries.

Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked fresh controversy after his verified Instagram account appeared to like a post alleging FIFA favoured Argentina during its run to the 2026 World Cup final. Screenshots of the interaction quickly spread across social media, fuelling debate over refereeing decisions and Argentina’s campaign. The post claimed FIFA helped Lionel Messi’s side reach the final, where Argentina eventually lost 1-0 to Spain after extra time. Neither Ronaldo nor FIFA has commented on the viral incident. The social media activity has reignited discussion surrounding the tournament and the long-running rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi. (PC: X)

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday proposed allowing activist Sonam Wangchuk to be shifted from Safdarjung Hospital to Medanta Hospital, following a plea by his wife, Gitanjali Angmo. A bench led by Chief Justice D.K. Upadhyaya said Safdarjung Hospital would share all medical records with Medanta, where a panel of doctors would oversee Wangchuk’s treatment. The court said it would issue the final order later in the day. Wangchuk has been on an indefinite hunger strike demanding action over alleged examination irregularities. His wife welcomed the proposed order, calling it a significant relief for the family. (PC: HT)

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin skipped the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in New Jersey, protesting several decisions by FIFA. His boycott followed FIFA’s controversial decision to let United States striker Folarin Balogun avoid suspension after intervention from US President Donald Trump. UEFA had called the move “unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable.” Ceferin also opposes FIFA’s expanded halftime entertainment, proposals for a 64-team World Cup, and several new disciplinary rules introduced during the tournament. The absence highlighted growing tensions between UEFA and FIFA over governance, competition rules, and the future direction of international football. (PC: BBC)

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday demanded an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the police crackdown on students during the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest march. Calling the incident “un-Indian,” Gandhi questioned the Prime Minister’s silence and accused the government of suppressing students instead of addressing concerns over the examination system. He also criticised Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, claiming Parliament was denied a discussion on the issue. Gandhi demanded the resignations of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Several Opposition leaders, including Priyanka Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav and Arvind Kejriwal, also condemned the police action. (PC: India Today)

3 Argentina footballers could face questions over their UK visas after displaying a Falklands banner during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lisandro Martinez, Cristian Romero, and Enzo Fernandez held a banner saying the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina after beating England in the semi-final. The display sparked criticism in the UK. Some British politicians demanded action and called for the players' work visas to be cancelled. However, an immigration expert said showing the banner alone is unlikely to be enough to cancel their visas. FIFA is also investigating the incident and another clash involving Argentina players after the World Cup final. (PC: AP)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said those involved in the NEET paper leak will face strict punishment under the law. Speaking at the NDA parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday, he asked lawmakers to assure students that their interests will be protected. He also said young people should not be misled by the opposition. His remarks came as protests over the paper leak continued during the Monsoon Session of Parliament. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said the Prime Minister also spoke about recent achievements, including free trade agreements. He added that the government will protect farmers' interests while signing trade deals with other countries. (PC: PTI)