India’s Day 5 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics is packed with medal opportunities across four sports. In Para Athletics, Sumit Antil, Sandeep, and Sandip Sargar will compete in the Men’s Javelin Throw F64 final, while Yogesh Kathuniya aims for a podium finish in Men’s Discuss Throw F56. Para Badminton features seven medal events, including Nithya Sre, Suhas Yathiraj, and Nitesh Kumar. Archers Rakesh Kumar and Sheetal Devi could also secure medals in the Mixed Team Compound Open final. Para Shooters Nihal Singh and Amir Bhat aim for glory in the Mixed 25M Pistol SH1 competition.

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian para-athletes Preeti Pal and Nishad Kumar for their medal wins at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Nishad secured a silver medal in Men’s High Jump T47, while Preeti made history with her second bronze medal, this time in the Women’s 200m T-35 event. Preeti became the first Indian woman to win two Paralympic medals in track and field events. President Murmu praised their achievements as inspirational, and PM Modi highlighted Preeti's dedication as remarkable. India's current medal tally includes seven medals: 1 gold, 2 silvers, and 4 bronzes.

Heavy rains and flooding in Gujarat have washed away parts of the road leading to the Statue of Unity. Cracks and damage were reported near the Rajvi crossing on Dabhoi road, causing the route to be closed for public use. The road, which was recently constructed, was compromised by overflow from the Dhadhar river. Although the alternate side remains open, the closure affects the high volume of visitors to the Statue of Unity, which commemorates Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The situation highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure to extreme weather conditions.

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has shared graphic photos of severe bruising after a near-fatal cycling accident in Connecticut. In an Instagram post, the 57-year-old Ramsay revealed he “nearly died” but avoided major injuries thanks to his helmet. He emphasized the importance of wearing protective gear, especially with Father’s Day approaching. Despite the brutal injuries, Ramsay expressed gratitude to medical staff at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital and reassured fans of his recovery. His post has garnered significant attention, with fans offering messages of support and relief on social media.

NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore reported hearing strange, sonar-like noises from the Boeing Starliner spacecraft aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The sounds, described as repetitive and pulsating, were detected just days before the capsule’s scheduled unmanned return to Earth on September 6, 2024. Wilmore and fellow astronaut Sunita Williams, stranded on the ISS due to Starliner's technical issues, alerted NASA’s Mission Control in Houston. The origin of the noise remains unknown, with theories ranging from electromagnetic interference to audio system feedback. NASA plans to return the astronauts aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule in February 2025.

A study from the National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases in Beijing suggests that catching up on sleep during weekends could reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%. Researchers analyzed nearly 91,000 people and found that those who compensated for sleep deprivation with up to 16 extra hours of sleep had a 19% lower risk of heart disease. The study, presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress 2024, highlights the benefits of weekend rest for those with weekday sleep deficits. However, experts advise moderation to avoid disrupting circadian rhythms.

At the Paris Paralympics 2024, 17-year-old para archer Sheetal Devi made headlines with a stunning bullseye shot in the women’s individual compound archery event. Despite her impressive start and breaking the world record with a score of 703, Sheetal lost narrowly to Chile’s Zuniga Mariana, missing the knockout stages. Her bullseye video went viral, capturing the attention of football star Jules Kounde and former cricketer Harbhajan Singh. Sheetal, a former Asian Para Games gold medalist, has been celebrated globally for her remarkable achievements and inspiring performance.

On September 2, a significant anti-terror operation was initiated in Jammu city following suspected terrorist activity near the largest Army base in the region. The base has been sealed to restrict movement, and a Special Operations Group has been deployed to support the effort. The operation has resulted in one Army personnel being injured. Security forces are actively engaged in containing the situation and ensuring safety. No further details on the attackers or their motives have been released at this time.

Germany's far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), achieved a significant win in Thuringia, securing nearly a third of the vote. This marks the first time the far-right has won a state parliament election since World War Two. The AfD's success highlights growing anti-immigration sentiment, with immigration and asylum issues being key concerns for voters. Despite the victory, the AfD faces challenges in forming a government due to other parties' refusal to cooperate. The election results reflect dissatisfaction with Germany's ruling coalition and raise concerns about the rise of extremism in the country.

A woman was flashed during a protest in Kolkata against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The incident happened at the Esplanade crossing, where a man exposed himself to a female protester. Although police identified the man as mentally ill, they let him go, sparking outrage among protesters. They later demanded action, leading to a case being registered. The protest was held in response to the victim's death at R.G. Kar Medical College. Protesters demanded better safety measures during demonstrations and called for accountability from the authorities.