A pet cat in British Columbia, Canada, has gone viral after fearlessly chasing a black bear out of its family's backyard. Security camera footage captured the surprising moment as the cat boldly confronted the much larger animal, forcing the startled bear to retreat over a fence. The unusual encounter amazed residents and wildlife experts, who cautioned that such outcomes are rare and should not encourage people to let pets confront wild animals. Authorities reminded the public to secure garbage, remove attractants and maintain a safe distance from bears, as wildlife sightings increase during warmer months across British Columbia.

Industrialist Anand Mahindra praised India's women's 4x100m relay team after they won a historic gold medal at the Asian Athletics Championships by defeating hosts China on their home turf. Calling the achievement inspirational, Mahindra said he had been watching the race "on loop" because of the team's remarkable determination and teamwork. India's sprinters delivered a flawless baton exchange and strong finishing effort to edge past the Chinese team, earning widespread praise from sports fans and public figures. The victory highlights India's growing strength in track and field and boosts confidence ahead of future international athletics competitions.

Global companies including Amazon, Google, ABB and AirTrunk have announced multi-billion-dollar investments in India, reinforcing confidence in the country's rapidly growing economy. The investments will support expansion across cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data centres, renewable energy, manufacturing and digital infrastructure. Amazon and Google are strengthening their cloud and AI capabilities, while AirTrunk is expanding hyperscale data centre capacity. ABB plans to enhance industrial automation and electrification solutions. The fresh commitments are expected to generate thousands of jobs, accelerate technological innovation and strengthen India's position as a global hub for digital services, advanced manufacturing and sustainable infrastructure development. (PC: Reuters)

Dubai has announced the return of its "Our Flexible Summer" initiative, allowing many government employees to enjoy a four-day work week during the peak summer months. Beginning June 29, participating government entities will adopt flexible schedules, with some employees receiving Fridays off, creating a three-day weekend. The programme, now in its third year, aims to improve employee well-being, enhance work-life balance, and maintain productivity during the intense summer heat. Authorities said departments may also implement flexible hours and remote work arrangements based on operational needs, reflecting Dubai's continued focus on modern, employee-friendly workplace policies. 

Ecuador secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage, thanks to a decisive 77th-minute goal from Gonzalo Plata. Germany struck first through Leroy Sané in the second minute, but Nilson Angulo equalised just seven minutes later. Plata's clinical finish completed Ecuador's comeback, sending La Tri into the Round of 32 for the first time since 2006. Despite the defeat, Germany finished top of Group E after already securing qualification. Ecuador's resilient display marked one of the tournament's biggest upsets and kept their World Cup dream alive. (PC: Getty Images)

More than four decades after the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing that killed 329 people, Canada's intelligence agency, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), has officially acknowledged that Canada-based Khalistani extremists were responsible for the attack. The admission confirms India's long-standing position that the bombing was orchestrated by Khalistani terrorists operating from Canadian soil. Flight 182 exploded over the Atlantic Ocean on June 23, 1985, becoming the deadliest terrorist attack in Canadian history and one of the worst aviation bombings globally. The acknowledgement is viewed as a significant shift in Canada's stance and could influence future cooperation between India and Canada on counterterrorism and extremist activities. (PC: X)

India stayed in contention for a Women’s T20 World Cup semi-final berth with a crucial five-wicket victory over Bangladesh at Old Trafford. Despite a poor fielding display that saw multiple dropped catches, India restricted Bangladesh to 136/8 before chasing down the target in 16.5 overs. Shafali Verma starred with an aggressive half-century, while India’s bowlers, led by Shree Charani and Radha Yadav, played key roles in containing Bangladesh. The win keeps India’s knockout hopes alive after their earlier defeat to South Africa. However, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side now faces a must-win clash against Australia to strengthen their chances of reaching the semi-finals. (PC: AFP)

South Korea’s hopes of reaching the FIFA World Cup knockout stage were left hanging by a thread after a disappointing 1-0 defeat to South Africa. Head coach Hong Myung-bo came under intense scrutiny from Korean media, with one journalist sarcastically asking whether food poisoning had affected the team due to their lifeless display. Hong rejected any excuses, admitting it was South Korea’s worst performance of the tournament. The coach also defended his decision to bench star forward Son Heung-min for the first half, saying it was a tactical move. The defeat has sparked widespread criticism and increased pressure on Hong as South Korea’s World Cup future remains uncertain. (PC: Reuters)

The United Nations has urged a “massive collective effort” to support Venezuela after devastating twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck the country. The disaster has killed at least 164 people, injured more than 970, and left many trapped beneath collapsed buildings. Rescue teams are racing against time as aftershocks and damaged infrastructure hamper operations. Authorities have declared a state of emergency, while international aid, search-and-rescue teams, and humanitarian assistance are being mobilized. The UN warned that Venezuela’s existing humanitarian challenges could worsen significantly, stressing the need for coordinated global support to aid survivors and accelerate recovery efforts. (PC: Reuters)

The investigation into the death of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal at Lohagad Fort has taken a dramatic turn, with the mother of accused Siya Goyal stating that her daughter should face the harshest punishment if found guilty. According to police, Siya Goyal and her alleged lover, Chetan Chaudhary, conspired to kill Ketan by pushing him into a gorge during a trek on June 18. Investigators claim the pair had planned the murder in advance and had even made earlier unsuccessful attempts. Evidence including CCTV footage, call records, and witness accounts reportedly helped uncover the alleged conspiracy. Both accused are currently in police custody as the probe continues.