A 61-year-old man in New York died after being sucked into an MRI machine while wearing a 9kg metallic chain. The incident occurred at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, Long Island, when the man entered the MRI room during an ongoing scan. The powerful magnetic field pulled him in, causing fatal injuries. His wife, present during the accident, said the staff failed to act quickly. He died after multiple heart attacks in hospital. Authorities reminded the public of MRI safety protocols. Police investigations are ongoing. MRI machines are generally safe if proper precautions are followed. (PC: ABC News)

At least 19 people were killed and 70 injured after a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 training jet crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara area on Monday. The crash occurred during school hours, sparking fires and chaos as students fled the scene. Over 30 victims were rushed to Dhaka’s burn unit, while others were treated across six hospitals. Bangladesh declared a one-day state mourning on Tuesday. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus promised a full investigation. Sheikh Hasina condemned the tragedy, calling for immediate assistance. This marks the second F-7 crash involving a Chinese-made jet this year. (PC: India Today)

Over 200 MPs from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha submitted a motion seeking the impeachment of Justice Yashwant Varma on Monday in connection with the cash discovery row. The petition was backed by 145 Lok Sabha MPs and 63 Rajya Sabha MPs, surpassing the constitutional requirement. Key figures like Rahul Gandhi, Anurag Thakur, Supriya Sule, and KC Venugopal signed the motion. Justice Varma denies wrongdoing, but a Supreme Court panel found evidence of misconduct. Union minister Kiren Rijiju confirmed cross-party support for the move under Articles 124, 217, and 218 of the Constitution. (PC: HT)

Senior Congress leaders in Kerala have openly criticized MP Shashi Tharoor for his perceived pro-Modi stance and deviation from party lines on national security and the Emergency. Former KPCC president K. Muraleedharan declared Tharoor no longer part of the Congress fold, with party workers boycotting him. Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge accused Tharoor of prioritizing Modi over the nation. Tharoor defended his views, stating “nation comes first,” quoting Nehru to support bipartisan unity on security issues. His absence from recent party events and growing isolation within the Congress Working Committee signal deepening rifts. The high command may soon decide Tharoor’s future in the party. (PC: NDTV)

The British F-35B fighter jet, grounded at Thiruvananthapuram Airport since June 14 due to poor weather and low fuel, is cleared for departure on July 21. Initially facing hydraulic and APU issues, early repair efforts failed. A 14-member UK crew arrived on July 6 with specialized equipment, successfully restoring the aircraft at the MRO facility. The jet, part of HMS Prince of Wales’ Carrier Strike Group, may rejoin the fleet or head to a RAF base in the Middle East. The incident sparked online buzz and British parliamentary debate. India’s Ministry of Defence facilitated swift support, highlighting growing UK-India defence ties. (PC: India Today)

Fauja Singh, the world’s oldest marathoner, was cremated with full state honours in his native Bias village, Punjab. At 114, Singh was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident on July 14. Dignitaries including Punjab Governor Kataria, CM Bhagwant Mann, and PM Modi paid tribute. Modi’s condolence letter praised Singh’s fitness legacy. The state will rename the village school and erect statues in his honor. Singh began running at 89, completing marathons globally. His resilience inspired millions. The accused, a Canada-based NRI, was arrested. Leaders urged stricter laws against hit-and-run cases. Singh’s legacy will live on through proposed memorials and youth sports initiatives.

A Bangladesh Air Force F-7 BGI training aircraft crashed into Milestone School and College in Dhaka’s Uttara area on Monday afternoon during a training sortie. The crash occurred around 1:06 PM while students were present on campus, triggering panic and chaos. At least one person has died and four others were injured, according to fire officials. Television footage showed thick smoke and flames rising from the crash site as emergency services rushed in. The cause of the crash remains unknown, and authorities have launched an investigation. The incident has raised serious concerns about safety protocols during military training exercises in densely populated urban areas. (PC: India Today & Naidunia)

During Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, ten-year-old Svarn Singh from Tara Wali village in Punjab bravely supplied water, tea, milk, and lassi to Indian soldiers engaged in a gunfight with Pakistani forces. His selfless actions, done without prompting, earned admiration from the troops and his community. In recognition of his courage and patriotism, the Indian Army’s Golden Arrow Division has pledged to fully sponsor Svarn’s education. Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar felicitated him at Ferozepur Cantonment, calling him a “quiet hero.” Svarn, a class 4 student, dreams of becoming a soldier himself and serving the nation one day. (PC: Anandabazar)

On her 30th birthday and first day at a new job, Athulya Sekhar from Kerala was found dead in her Sharjah apartment. Her family alleges years of domestic abuse and dowry harassment by her husband, Satheesh, who has been booked for murder under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Dowry Prohibition Act. The complaint details strangulation, kicking, and head trauma. Videos released show visible injuries and Satheesh attempting to hit her. He denies involvement, claiming he seeks answers too. Athulya’s father insists she wouldn’t die by suicide, citing her bond with her daughter. The family is coordinating with Sharjah Police and the Indian Consulate for investigation. (PC: Manorama Online & Hindustan Times)

On the first day of Parliament’s Monsoon Session, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged bias after being denied the opportunity to speak in the Lok Sabha despite holding the position of Leader of the Opposition. Gandhi stated that while Defence Minister and other government officials were allowed to speak, opposition leaders were silenced. He criticized the government’s “new approach” and noted Prime Minister Modi’s abrupt exit from the House. The session was marked by chaos and adjournments, with the Opposition demanding an immediate discussion on Operation Sindoor. Gandhi emphasized that convention dictates equal speaking rights, asserting, “We wanted to speak, but were not allowed.” (PC: Deccan Herald)