Despite being in London, Virat Kohli is unlikely to attend the India vs England 3rd Test at Lord’s, according to Dinesh Karthik. Speaking to Michael Atherton, Karthik revealed, “He’s near Lord’s, that’s where he lives. But he has daddy duties to attend to.” Kohli recently retired from Test cricket and has since maintained a low profile, only appearing at Wimbledon and a charity event by Yuvraj Singh. The 36-year-old is currently prioritizing family life with wife Anushka Sharma and their two children. Fans may next see Kohli in ODI action, possibly during India’s tour of Sri Lanka in August. (PC: HT)

The Indian government plans to bring the health insurance claims platform under the finance ministry and insurance regulator. This move aims to stop hospitals from overcharging patients, especially those with high insurance covers. A report shows healthcare costs in India are set to rise by 13% in 2025. The National Health Claims Exchange, now under the health ministry, may soon face stricter checks. Officials say this will help insurers bargain better and control costs. High treatment bills have made insurance more expensive, leading to fewer people renewing their policies. The government hopes this change will make healthcare more affordable. (PC: Reuters)

India’s emerging pace all-rounder, Nitish Kumar Reddy, produced the standout moment of Day 1’s opening session at Lord’s, dismissing both openers—Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley—within three balls of one another in the 14th over after being introduced by captain Shubman Gill. England reached 83/2 at lunch, with Joe Root (24*) and Ollie Pope (12*) stabilizing the innings. Despite hot batting conditions, Lord’s pitch offered movement that Reddy exploited brilliantly, unsettling England’s top order and significantly shifting momentum in India’s favour. His twin strikes clearly overshadowed expectations from India’s frontline quicks of Bumrah, Siraj, and Deep. (PC: BCCI)  

On July 9, 2025, a two‑seater Jaguar trainer aircraft crashed near Bhanoda village in Rajasthan’s Churu district during a routine training sortie, killing Squadron Leader Lokender Singh Sindhu and Flight Lieutenant Rishi Raj Singh . Sindhu, 32, from Haryana’s Rohtak, had just become a father on June 10 and returned to duty June 30 . Eyewitnesses say one pilot bravely steered the stricken jet away from populated areas, likely saving lives on the ground . This marks the third Jaguar crash this year, prompting concerns over aircraft safety and prompting a court of inquiry. (Hindustan Times)  

At least 15 Palestinians, including 8 children and 2 women, were killed in an Israeli airstrike near a medical point in Deir al-Balah, Gaza, as they queued for nutritional supplements, al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital reported. Graphic hospital footage showed children among the dead and injured. The Israeli military said it targeted a Hamas militant involved in the 7 October attack but acknowledged civilian casualties and is reviewing the incident. The strike occurred during ceasefire talks in Doha, which remain stalled. Gaza’s health ministry reports over 57,000 killed since the war began, with civilians increasingly dying while seeking aid and essentials. (PC: BBC)

On Day 1 of the 3rd Test at Lord’s, Indian captain Shubman Gill’s bold strategy paid dividends when debutant Nitish Kumar Reddy struck twice in his very first over. Entering in the 14th over, Reddy removed England openers Ben Duckett (23) and Zak Crawley (18), reducing the hosts to 44/2. The England revival effort is now on Joe Root and Ollie Pope. Earlier, Bumrah, Akash Deep, and Mohammed Siraj kept things tight but could not breakthrough early. With the Test series tied 1-1, Reddy’s unexpected impact has swung early momentum in India’s favour. (PC: BCCI)

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have sunk a second Greek-operated cargo ship, Eternity C, in the Red Sea within a week, leaving 11 crew members missing and 4 feared dead. The vessel, targeted with sea drones and rocket-propelled grenades, was attacked twice before sinking. Ten people, including 8 Filipinos, 1 Indian, and 1 Greek security guard, were rescued—some after over 48 hours in water. The Houthis claim the attack supports Palestinians amid the Gaza war. The U.S. accused them of kidnapping survivors and demanded their release. The incident marks a deadly escalation in maritime aggression since their campaign began in November 2023. (PC: NDTV)

Wimbledon 2025 turned into a showcase of horological luxury as celebrities flaunted stunning watches courtside. Roger Federer wore Rolex’s new Land-Dweller (₹42.8 lakh), while Mirka stunned in a ₹6.8 crore Rolex Day-Date “Green Emerald.” Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas, Lily Collins, Andrew Garfield, and Russell Crowe made headlines not just for fashion, but for the luxury timepieces they wore, ranging from vintage Rolex and Cartier to Omega and Patek Philippe. From sporty to sleek, watches were the quiet stars at Centre Court, reinforcing Wimbledon’s status as a hotspot of elegance, tradition—and exceptional ‘timing’ on and off the court. (PC: India Today)

The Supreme Court on July 10, 2025, declined to halt the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Bihar’s electoral rolls ahead of Assembly elections. The Bench, while questioning the timing of the exercise in a poll-bound state, directed the EC to accept Aadhaar, voter ID, and ration cards as valid ID proofs to avoid disenfranchisement . It clarified that citizenship determination is the remit of the Ministry of Home Affairs, not the EC . A supporting PIL urged nationwide implementation of such SIRs before elections to ensure voter accuracy and curb unlawful inclusion. (PC: ANI)

A major breakthrough occurred today, July 10, 2025, as Tamil Nadu’s ATS, aided by Karnataka police and central intelligence agencies, arrested Mohamed Sadiq “Tailor Raja” (48)—a key operative of the banned Al‑Umma and prime bomb‑supplier in the 1998 Coimbatore serial blasts—from Bijapur, Karnataka . He had been evading capture for 26 years. The February 14, 1998 attacks claimed 58 lives and injured over 200 while targeting BJP leader L.K. Advani’s rally . Raja is also implicated in multiple murders tied to the outfit. Notably, two other long‑absconding suspects were recently arrested, and investigations into remaining accused continue. Raja is being interrogated under judicial remand. (PC: The Hindu)