Turkey’s Air Force launched strikes on Kurdish targets in Iraq and Syria following an attack on the TUSAS aerospace and defence company near Ankara that killed 5 and wounded over 20. Turkey blames the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) for the assault. Defence Minister Yasar Guler confirmed 47 targets were hit, and 59 militants were "neutralised." The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces reported civilian casualties from Turkish airstrikes in Syria. Turkey regularly targets PKK-affiliated groups in both countries, aiming to eliminate Kurdish militants.

Ravichandran Ashwin made history on Day 1 of the second Test against New Zealand in Pune, becoming the all-time leading wicket-taker in the World Test Championship (WTC). Ashwin, who had 186 wickets before the match, surpassed Australia's Nathan Lyon by dismissing New Zealand’s Tom Latham and Will Young, bringing his total to 188 wickets. India made three changes for the match, while New Zealand brought in Mitchell Santner. At lunch, New Zealand was 92/2 with Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra at the crease. New Zealand leads the series 1-0 after winning the first Test.

Russian influencer Valeria Fedyakina, dubbed the "Queen of Crypto," scammed over $22 million from investors, reportedly sending the money to Ukrainian troops amid the Russia-Ukraine war. Fedyakina, 24, portrayed herself as a cryptocurrency expert across social media platforms, convincing at least four victims to trust her with large investments. Russian authorities revealed that she operated under the alias "Bitmama" and had offices in Moscow, Dubai, and Monaco. After duping her victims, Fedyakina transferred the stolen funds to Dubai crypto, bypassing banking restrictions. Police confirmed the scam unfolded over two months.

Ramesh Bishnoi, cousin of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, stated that the Bishnoi community stands united in support of Lawrence regarding the blackbuck incident involving Bollywood actor Salman Khan. In an NDTV interview, Ramesh alleged that Salman Khan offered money to the community, which they rejected. This statement follows ongoing threats against Khan from Lawrence's gang after the actor's conviction for killing a blackbuck, a sacred animal. Security around Salman Khan has been heightened after he received death threats demanding ₹5 crore to resolve the ongoing conflict with Lawrence Bishnoi's gang.

Cyclone Dana is set to make landfall in Odisha tonight, prompting the evacuation of nearly 10 lakh people. With wind speeds reaching up to 120 km/h, normal life in Odisha and West Bengal has been severely disrupted, leading to the cancellation of 203 trains and the suspension of operations at Kolkata and Bhubaneswar airports. Heavy rainfall and gusty winds have affected both states, with relief efforts underway. The Indian Navy is prepared for humanitarian assistance, while over 1.5 lakh individuals have already been relocated to relief camps across West Bengal as officials race against time.

The UN's Emissions Gap Report reveals the chance of limiting global warming to 1.5°C is "virtually zero" under current trends, with greenhouse gas emissions reaching record highs in 2023. Despite commitments from wealthy nations, rising emissions from countries like China and India hinder progress. Inger Andersen, head of the UN Environment Programme, emphasizes urgent action ahead of the COP29 climate summit in Baku. While achieving significant emission cuts is possible, nations must accelerate their efforts, targeting a reduction of 7.5% annually until 2035 to meet climate goals, as every fraction of a degree matters in this critical battle.

Five soldiers and a porter were injured when terrorists attacked an Army vehicle near Botpathri in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir. The vehicle, belonging to the 18 Rashtriya Rifles, was en route from Botpathri, located 5 kilometers from the Line of Control, when it was targeted. The porter sustained critical injuries. This attack follows a series of assaults on non-local laborers in Kashmir, including recent attacks in Ganderbal, Pulwama, and Shopian, where several laborers were killed. Authorities are investigating the incidents and have launched a search operation to find the attackers.

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the BRICS summit that the Middle East is nearing full-scale war, with violence spreading from Gaza to Lebanon. Putin emphasized the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, likening the situation to a "chain reaction" impacting the entire region. He stressed that peace would not be achieved until the creation of an independent Palestinian state, which he described as correcting historical injustice. Putin urged for the implementation of the two-state solution, as approved by the UN, to break the cycle of violence. Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas also attended the summit.

An outbreak of E. coli linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders has infected 49 people across 10 U.S. states, leaving 1 person dead. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suspects raw onions as the source of contamination. The O157 strain of E. coli, known for causing severe diarrhea, vomiting, and kidney complications, is commonly found in cattle. Experts stress proper hygiene and food safety to prevent infections. Dr. Prashant Singh noted, "This one is the dying kind." The outbreak highlights the continued risks of foodborne illnesses despite technological advances.

Stacey Williams, a former model, has accused Donald Trump of groping her in 1993 at Trump Tower, after being introduced by Jeffrey Epstein. Williams alleges that Trump touched her inappropriately, groping her breasts and buttocks during what she perceived as a “twisted game” between the two men. Williams shared her story during a Zoom call organized by a group supporting Kamala Harris. Trump’s campaign denied the allegations, calling them politically motivated. Williams stated she had kept quiet for years but felt more confident now in speaking out about the incident, raising questions about Trump’s ties with Epstein.