Mitchell Marsh smashed his maiden IPL century, scoring a blazing 117 off 62 balls, as Lucknow Super Giants defeated Gujarat Titans by 33 runs in a crucial IPL 2025 match. Marsh and Aiden Markram shared a solid 91-run opening stand, while Nicholas Pooran added a quickfire 56* off 27 balls. Rishabh Pant’s late cameo helped LSG post 233. In response, GT could only manage 202/9, despite Shahrukh Khan’s valiant 57 off 29. Will O'Rourke starred with the ball, picking up three wickets. The defeat dented GT’s hopes of finishing in the top two, while LSG broke their four-match  losing streak. (PC: BCCI)

Twenty-five Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh’s Narayanpur were members of the elite protection unit guarding CPI (Maoist) general secretary Nambala Keshav Rao alias Basavaraju, officials confirmed. Basavaraju and another top leader, Jangua Naveen, died in a fierce gunfight during a major anti-Maoist operation in Bastar. The slain rebels belonged to PLGA’s Company 7, responsible for the safety of senior leaders. Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai hailed the strike as a historic win, calling Basavaraju’s death the “last nail in the coffin of Naxalism.” Security forces have neutralized over 400 Maoists in the last 18 months as part of intensified operations. (PC: AFP)

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has condemned a "serious accident" during the launch of a new 5,000-ton destroyer, calling it a "criminal act" that damaged the nation's pride. The warship’s bottom was crushed during the launch in Chongjin, tipping the vessel off balance. Kim, who attended the event, blamed the mishap on "carelessness, irresponsibility, and unscientific empiricism" and ordered the ship’s restoration before a key party meeting in June. He also vowed punishment for those responsible. While no casualties were reported, the rare admission highlights internal pressure over military failures in a country known for strict secrecy. (PC: Reuters)

India has urged Turkey to act with greater sensitivity following its support for Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. “Relations are built on sensitivities to each other’s concerns,” said Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during a media briefing. He called on Turkey to press Pakistan to dismantle its terror infrastructure and end cross-border terrorism. India accused Turkey of supplying armed drones used in attacks on Indian civilians and soldiers. In response, India revoked security clearance for Turkish firm Celebi Aviation and top IITs suspended academic ties with Turkish institutions, citing national security and concerns over Ankara’s growing alignment with Islamabad. (PC: India Today)

A person was shot early Thursday outside the CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia, just hours after two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in Washington, D.C. The CIA confirmed a “security incident,” stating that security personnel engaged the individual, who is now in custody. The agency did not confirm whether the person was shot. The incident happened around 4 a.m., according to Fairfax Police. It remains unclear if this is linked to Wednesday’s fatal shooting of two embassy staff members by a gunman shouting “Free, free Palestine.” The embassy victims were a couple, one Israeli and one American, soon to be engaged. (PC: Reuters)

A new Brexit deal between the UK and the EU could soon make it easier for people to travel with their pets. Since Brexit, pet owners have had to deal with a lot of rules—like getting their animals microchipped, vaccinated for rabies, treated for tapeworms, and paying around £200 for a health certificate each time they travel. These rules made travel stressful and expensive. The new agreement hopes to bring back something like the old pet passport, which was much simpler. If approved, it will help pet owners, boost tourism, and make trips with furry friends easier and cheaper. (PC: Yux Xiang)

On May 22, 2025, Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, reversed its support for a proposed humanitarian corridor through Myanmar’s Rakhine State after Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman called it a threat to national sovereignty. The corridor, initially backed by Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain, aimed to deliver aid to conflict-hit areas. However, it drew criticism for potentially serving foreign strategic interests. National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman clarified that no such plan would proceed. General Zaman also urged elections by December 2025 and warned against civilian interference in military affairs, highlighting rising political-military tensions. (PC: AFP)

A man and a woman were arrested for trying to enter actor Salman Khan’s home, Galaxy Apartments in Bandra, Mumbai. On Tuesday, 23-year-old Jitendra Kumar Singh from Chhattisgarh was caught after sneaking in behind a car. The next day, 32-year-old Isha Chhabra reached the building’s lift before police stopped her. Both claimed they only wanted to meet the actor. They were booked for trespassing. This comes after past threats from the Bishnoi gang, who even fired outside Khan’s house last year. He now has Y-plus security, and police are further investigating the latest breach. (PC: NDTV)

A CoBRA commando and a suspected Maoist were killed in an encounter in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, on Thursday. The gunfight took place in Tumrel village during an anti-Maoist operation. The fallen commando has been identified as Mehul Solanki. Two more commandos were injured and airlifted by an Indian Air Force helicopter. The identity of the dead Maoist is not yet known. The operation involved the 210th CRPF CoBRA unit, state police, DRG, and STF teams. The encounter follows another major operation in Narayanpur where 27 Maoists, including top leader Basavaraju, were killed. A search in Sukma is still ongoing. (PC: Representative)

The UP Anti-Terrorism Squad has arrested a man named Tufail from Varanasi for spying. He is accused of sending secret photos and information to people in Pakistan. He shared pictures of key places like Rajghat, Gyanvapi, and Red Fort. Tufail was in touch with around 600 Pakistanis, including a woman whose husband is in the Pakistan Army. He also posted videos and messages supporting extremism. Officials found he used WhatsApp to spread hate and connect locals with Pakistan-based groups. The police are now checking how deep his links go. More details will be shared after the investigation. (PC: News18)