India ended Day 1 of the 2nd Test at Edgbaston with 310/5, led by captain Shubman Gill’s superb unbeaten 114. Yashasvi Jaiswal narrowly missed a century, falling for 87, while Karun Nair added 31. England's bowlers slowed India’s scoring, especially after the inclusion of three all-rounders raised questions about India’s bowling depth. Rishabh Pant (25) and Nitish Reddy (1) fell late in the day. Ravindra Jadeja (41*) supported Gill in an unbroken 99-run stand. With Jasprit Bumrah rested, India’s batting-heavy XI aims to post over 500. England chose to bowl first under overcast skies but couldn’t dominate. (PC: BCCI)

US rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has been found guilty of transporting people for prostitution, but not guilty of sex trafficking or other serious crimes. A New York court heard claims that he forced his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura and others into sex acts. Cassie said she was abused and made to take part in “freak off” parties. Diddy’s lawyers said the sex was agreed to by all. He now faces up to 20 years in jail. Diddy thanked the jury after being cleared of the more serious charges. Cassie’s lawyer said her bravery helped expose the truth in the music industry. (PC: AP)

US President Donald Trump has intensified attacks on Indian-origin mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, calling him a "communist lunatic" and vowing to stop him from "destroying" New York City. Mamdani, who recently defeated Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary, is now the front-runner in the mayoral race. Trump said he “held all the cards” and would make New York “hot and great” again. Mamdani hit back, accusing Trump of threatening him with arrest for opposing ICE. If elected in November, Mamdani will become the first South Asian mayor of a major US city. He is known for pro-Palestinian views and housing reform agenda. (PC: India Today)

At Wimbledon 2025, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz dominated the first set 6-1 against British qualifier Ollie Tarvet on Centre Court. Despite showing impressive speed and spirit, Tarvet missed five break-point chances, with Alcaraz responding with signature volleys. Meanwhile, Cameron Norrie thrilled home fans by defeating 12th seed Frances Tiafoe in four sets (4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 7-5) to reach the third round. “You just feel goose bumps,” Norrie said post-match. Sonay Kartal also made history as the first Briton to enter Round 3, while world number one Aryna Sabalenka advanced after beating Marie Bouzkova in straight sets. (PC: BBC)

A SpiceJet Q400 aircraft flying from Goa to Pune experienced a mid-air scare on Tuesday when a window frame dislodged, alarming passengers. A passenger said the frame “just popped out” 30 minutes after takeoff near a mother with a baby. SpiceJet clarified that it was a non-structural, cosmetic panel with no impact on cabin pressure or safety. The crew moved the affected passengers and attempted to reattach the frame. The airline later confirmed the component was fixed post-landing. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) was tagged by a concerned passenger on social media, raising questions on airworthiness.

Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri criticised India’s playing XI for the second Test against England at Birmingham. Gavaskar was “baffled” by the exclusion of spinner Kuldeep Yadav, saying the pitch offered turn. “Where you needed strengthening was in the wicket-taking department,” he said on Sony Sports. Meanwhile, Shastri slammed the decision to rest a fully fit Jasprit Bumrah despite India losing the first Test. “You have the best fast bowler in the world, and you make him sit out,” he told Sky Sports. India made three changes, bringing in Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, and Akash Deep.

Hamas signaled readiness to agree on a ceasefire but rejected parts of the U.S.-backed proposal unveiled by President Trump, insisting any deal must permanently end the Gaza war and include full Israeli withdrawal. Trump’s 60-day ceasefire plan—which Israel reportedly accepted—calls for phased hostage releases and a partial troop pullout . Hamas official Taher al-Nunu described the group as “ready and serious,” but negotiations remain stymied by conflicting conditions: Israel demands Hamas disarm and surrender, while Hamas demands a permanent cessation of hostilities . Mediated talks via Egypt and Qatar continue in Cairo amid rising humanitarian concerns in Gaza. (PC: Reuters)    

Nila Patel, a 56-Year-Old Indian-Origin Woman, Died In A UK Hospital After Suffering A Fatal Head Injury In An Assault On June 24 In Leicester. Leicestershire Police Said A Post-Mortem Confirmed The Cause Of Death. The Accused, 23-Year-Old Michael Chuwuemeka, Has Been Charged With Murder, Drug Offences, Dangerous Driving, And Assaulting A Police Officer. Patel’s Children, Jaidan And Danika, Paid Tribute To Their “Devoted” Mother, Calling Her A Warm, Selfless Woman Who Touched Many Lives. The Police Have Launched An Online Portal For Information. Patel’s Family Urged The Public To Honour Her Memory And Share Her Story. (PC: NDTV)

Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, during his 90th birthday celebrations in Dharamshala, confirmed he will have a successor, ending speculation over the future of the 600-year-old institution. In a video message, he stated only the Gaden Phodrang Trust has the authority to appoint his successor. Reiterating that the successor must be born outside China, he dismissed Beijing’s claims of control over the process. China responded, asserting any reincarnation must be approved by its government. Thousands of followers and dignitaries, including actor Richard Gere, attended the event. Experts say China may attempt to impose its own Dalai Lama, likely to face rejection. (PC: BBC)

Jitendra Kumar admitted he was uncertain about the response to Panchayat Season 4, but the overwhelmingly positive audience reaction proved him wrong. He emphasized that the show's popularity "doesn’t just belong to us—it belongs to every single viewer" who connected with its charming portrayal of rural life . Season 4 delves into village politics and competitive panchayat elections, blending humor with emotional depth, though some fans noted a slower comedic pace . The strong performances by Jitendra and the ensemble continue to resonate, reinforcing the series as a standout in Indian web content. (News18)