Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce are officially engaged after nearly two years of dating. The couple shared dreamy garden photos on Instagram, showing Travis on one knee among pink and white roses and Taylor’s dazzling diamond ring. They captioned it, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married.” The pair first sparked dating rumours in 2023 after Travis attended Taylor’s Eras Tour concert. Over the past year, they have been seen at NFL games, concerts, and family events. Fans are excited and eagerly awaiting wedding details for this pop culture couple. (PC: News18)

Textile and apparel units in Tirupur, Noida, and Surat have stopped production after the US raised tariffs on Indian goods to 50 per cent. The move affects exports worth $47–48 billion, making Indian products less competitive than rivals from Vietnam, Bangladesh, and China. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) warned of disrupted supply chains and losses for seafood and other sectors. The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) urged the government to provide immediate support, including fiscal aid, loan moratoriums, and easier credit for MSMEs. Jobs and the $100 billion export target by 2030 are at risk. (PC: X)

Six people were killed and 13 others injured after a landslide struck the Mata Vaishno Devi yatra route in Reasi district, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident happened near Adhkwari around 3 pm during heavy rain. The yatra was suspended, and rescue teams, including the Army, rushed to the spot. Officials said efforts are underway to move pilgrims to safety. Heavy rainfall has battered the region for three days, causing flash floods and cloudbursts. Four more people were killed in Doda earlier today. Train services and traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar highway have also been disrupted due to landslides. (PC: X)

A senior Indian Army officer has been banned from flying with SpiceJet for 5 years after assaulting staff at Srinagar airport. The incident took place on July 26 during boarding of flight SG 386 to Delhi. The officer allegedly attacked four staff members after refusing to pay for extra baggage. One staffer suffered a spinal fracture and jaw injuries. A video of the assault went viral online. SpiceJet’s internal committee, formed under Civil Aviation Rules, declared the officer an unruly passenger. An FIR has been filed, and the officer can appeal the ban within 60 days. (PC: HT)

Chinese President Xi Jinping will host more than 20 world leaders at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit China for the first time in over 7 years, while Russian President Vladimir Putin will also attend. The summit is seen as a strong show of Global South unity and a challenge to US influence. Experts say India and China may announce small steps to reduce border tensions. The European-Asian security bloc now has 10 members and continues to expand its influence. (PC: NDTV)

At least 20 people, including 5 journalists, died when Israeli double strikes hit Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a “tragic mishap” and promised an investigation. The UK Prime Minister’s office said the attack was “horrific” and “completely indefensible,” urging a ceasefire. The European Commission called the strikes “completely unacceptable,” stressing civilians and journalists must be protected under international law. Families of hostages held by Hamas protested across Israel, blocking roads and burning tyres. In Brussels, journalists gathered to honor colleagues killed in Gaza, demanding protection for press freedom in war zones. (PC: BBC)

Heavy rain and landslides have killed at least nine people in Jammu, including five on the Vaishno Devi yatra route. The pilgrimage has been suspended, and rescue operations are underway. Several rivers, including Tawi and Chenab, are flowing above danger levels. Four bridges have collapsed, and many roads and highways remain blocked. The Indian Army has deployed multiple teams for relief and rescue work in Katra, Samba, and nearby regions. Train services to Jammu, Katra, and Udhampur have been cancelled. Schools in the division will remain closed. Authorities have urged people to stay alert and avoid riverbanks. (PC: X)

American political scientist Carol Christine Fair sparked controversy after calling Donald Trump “ch***ya” during a live interview with journalist Moeed Pirzada. The remark, a Hindi slang word for “idiot,” drew laughter before she repeated it. Fair explained that she often uses the word in Urdu and even has it on her car license plate. She criticised Trump’s administration, saying many officials lack expertise and have weakened US bureaucracy. Fair also noted that thousands of State Department staff were lost in recent years, affecting policy. Known for her sharp views, Fair specialises in South Asian political and military affairs.

Cheteshwar Pujara said he has no regrets about his cricket journey after announcing retirement from international cricket. In an interview, he shared that he took a week to think before making the big call. Pujara said he feels proud to have played 100 Test matches for India. He also mentioned that even though he was not picked in the team for the last 2 years, he is happy with what he achieved. Known as a Test specialist, Pujara built his career on patience and determination. He thanked fans for their support and said he will continue playing domestic cricket. (PC: India Today)

Heavy rain and landslides in Jammu and Kashmir have killed nine people, including five on the Vaishno Devi shrine route. The yatra has been stopped after a landslide near Adhkwari injured several devotees. Officials said two people died when their house collapsed, while two others were killed in flash floods. A cloudburst was also reported in Doda district. Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar and Doda-Kishtwar highways has been blocked by landslides and flooding. Rivers Tawi and Ravi are flowing above danger level. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called the situation “serious” and directed officials to carry out rescue and relief work. (PC: X)