A fresh wave of Russian attacks has struck Ukraine's western city of Lviv, killing seven people, including three children. The victims include a baby, two girls aged 9 and 14, and a midwife. The attack, which used drones and hypersonic missiles, comes after a deadly strike in Poltava killed at least 50 people on Tuesday. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovy confirmed the casualties, while explosions were also reported in the capital Kyiv as air defenses targeted incoming Russian missiles. The attacks have left Ukraine reeling, with civilian lives lost and infrastructure damaged.

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia joined the Congress party on Wednesday and will run in next month’s Haryana Assembly elections. Phogat is expected to contest the Julana seat currently held by Amarjeet Dhanda of the Jannayak Janta Party, while Punia’s exact constituency is yet to be determined. The announcement follows their meeting with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. Phogat and Punia gained prominence last year for their protests against former wrestling body chief Brij Bhushan Singh, who faced allegations of sexual assault and intimidation. 

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar has clarified that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition will not announce a chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. Pawar emphasized that the coalition will contest under collective leadership, dismissing the need for a single face. This comes amid Shiv Sena (UBT) demands for Uddhav Thackeray to be declared the chief ministerial candidate. Pawar's statement highlights the coalition's strategy to focus on unity and collective leadership rather than individual faces.

Siddhartha Agarwal, a 49-year-old from Bengaluru, has become the oldest Indian to swim solo across the English Channel. He achieved this feat on August 29, completing the 42km swim in 15 hours and six minutes. Agarwal's journey began in 2018 when he swam the Channel as part of a relay team. Now, he has made history with his solo swim, setting a new record for the oldest Indian to accomplish this remarkable feat. His determination and perseverance have inspired many, cementing his place in India's swimming history.

A 52-year-old Indian national has been sentenced to 14 months in jail for molesting a 13-year-old girl from a prominent family in Singapore. The man, who cannot be named, pleaded guilty to the charge. The incident occurred in October 2022, when the girl trusted him enough to go on a motorcycle ride, and he molested her near a playground in Sembawang. Due to his age, he was spared caning, which is a possible punishment for this offense. The court has imposed a gag order to protect the girl's identity.

A 3-year-old boy, Ayush Chauhan, died in a tragic accident at a biscuit factory in Ambarnath, Thane district, on Monday. He was with his mother, a tiffin supplier, when he got stuck in a machine belt while trying to pick up a biscuit. Factory staff pulled him out and rushed him to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. A case of accidental death has been registered, and the body has been sent for postmortem. The incident occurred on Monday, and the police are investigating the matter. The boy's mother was present at the factory during the incident.

The Bengaluru Police have filed a chargesheet against Kannada actor Darshan Thoogudeepa in connection with the murder of his fan, Renukaswamy. Darshan, currently in judicial custody until September 9, faces charges supported by over 200 pieces of evidence. This includes forensic reports of bloodstains on Darshan’s and other accused individuals' clothing, a photograph from an accused’s phone showing Renukaswamy pleading not to be beaten, CCTV footage of Darshan, and bloodstains on actor Pavithra Gowda's footwear, allegedly used to assault Renukaswamy. The victim, an auto driver, was found dead near a Bengaluru flyover on June 9.

The final report on the Grenfell Tower fire will be published today, over seven years after the disaster. The inquiry examines the 2017 blaze in west London, which resulted in 72 fatalities, ranging from an unborn baby to an 84-year-old woman. Among the victims was Tony Disson, a 65-year-old retired lorry driver who lived on the 10th floor and was remembered by his family as a generous "real family man" who always helped others despite having little himself. The long-awaited report will detail the findings of the investigation into the tragedy, which has been a significant event in the UK’s recent history.

In a proud moment for India, Deepthi Jeevanji clinched a bronze medal in the women's 400m T20 final at the Paris Paralympics. PM Narendra Modi took to social media to congratulate her, praising her perseverance and determination. Jeevanji clocked 55.82 seconds, securing third place behind Ukraine's Yulia Shuliar and Turkey's Aysel Onder. This marks India's third track medal at the Games. Jeevanji's impressive start and consistent pace earned her a spot on the podium. Her achievement has made the nation proud, and PM Modi's recognition has highlighted her inspiring journey.

A Russian missile and drone attack on Lviv, near Ukraine's western border, triggered Poland to activate aircraft for its security, marking the third time in eight days. The strike set several residential buildings on fire, leading to the cancellation of local school lessons. Lviv’s regional governor, Maksym Kozytskyi, confirmed that at least two people were killed and 19 injured. The attack's proximity to Poland heightened tensions, while Ukraine vowed to retain control of the Russian territory it has seized. Ukrainian air defenses engaged the attack, underscoring the ongoing conflict's reach into the western regions of the country.