Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic champion, qualified for the javelin final at the Paris Olympics with a season-best throw of 89.34m. His single, impressive attempt secured his spot in the final, surpassing his previous season's best and topping Qualification Group B. Chopra’s throw was the second-best of his career, just shy of his personal best. Meanwhile, Kishore Jena missed the final, finishing 9th in Group B with 80.73m. The final will be held on August 8, where Chopra will vie for gold against strong competitors like Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem.

The UK Home Office has denied reports of a pending asylum request from Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister who fled to India amid violent protests. The UK's immigration rules stipulate that asylum seekers must claim refuge in the first safe country they reach. Hasina, who resigned following intense unrest, is reportedly in India under protective custody. While her sister’s UK citizenship might influence her asylum prospects, the UK government maintains no provision for travel-based asylum requests. India’s interim support for Hasina remains unclear as her future plans are uncertain.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed the Rajya Sabha that former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina sought immediate refuge in India following political turmoil in her country. After a crucial meeting with security leaders, Hasina decided to resign and urgently requested approval to enter India. "She requested approval to come to India for the moment," Jaishankar said. She arrived in Delhi on Monday evening. Jaishankar highlighted that India received a simultaneous flight clearance request from Bangladeshi authorities before her arrival at Hindon Airbase in Ghaziabad. The announcement came shortly after an all-party meeting held by the Indian government to address the escalating crisis in Bangladesh.

The Indian government has issued a travel advisory urging caution for citizens traveling to the UK due to escalating violence in response to recent events. The unrest followed the stabbing of three young girls in Southport, which anti-immigrant groups have exploited to incite riots across British cities. The Indian High Commission in London advises visitors to stay updated with local news, avoid protest areas, and exercise heightened vigilance as the situation unfolds.

Protesters stormed the Bangladesh consulate in New York, removing the portrait of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the nation's founder. This act coincides with violent uprisings in Bangladesh, where job quota protests escalated, leading to at least 100 deaths. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Rahman's daughter, resigned and fled to India. The unrest has seen widespread vandalism, including the defacement of Rahman's statue. Bangladesh awaits a new government, with student leaders calling for Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to head an interim administration.

During an all-party meeting on the crisis in Bangladesh, Rahul Gandhi asked External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar about the government's strategy and the possible involvement of foreign powers, specifically Pakistan, in the recent turmoil. Jaishankar assured that the situation is being closely monitored and that any foreign interference, including Pakistan's potential role, is under investigation. The government emphasized its commitment to the safety of Indian nationals in Bangladesh and maintained that it is in constant touch with the Bangladesh Army, which has formed an interim government following Sheikh Hasina's ouster. The Opposition pledged full support to the government.

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has warned that the escalating crisis in Bangladesh could "spill over" into neighboring countries. Yunus criticized India’s dismissal of the unrest as an internal matter, stating, “If there is a fire in the brother’s house, how can I say it is an internal affair?” The protests, sparked by a controversial quota system and economic issues, have led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation. Yunus, who has had a contentious relationship with Hasina, attributed the unrest to the government’s lack of communication and transparency.

Legendary former Indian shuttler Prakash Padukone has expressed disappointment with the Indian badminton team's performance at the Paris Olympics. Despite Lakshya Sen reaching the semi-finals, Padukone criticized the players for failing to secure medals. He emphasized that the players should take responsibility for their underwhelming results, noting the extensive support provided by federations and the government. Padukone specifically called out Sen for squandering a lead in the bronze medal match against Lee Zii Jia, urging him to work harder and take responsibility for the missed opportunity.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will stay in India temporarily while seeking asylum in the UK, following her resignation amid severe protests in Bangladesh. India has agreed to provide logistical support during her interim stay. Hasina, accompanied by her sister Rehana, who is a UK citizen, is awaiting confirmation from the UK government on her asylum request. Meanwhile, the situation in Bangladesh remains tense as the military has taken control and an interim government is being established, with Army Chief General Waqar-uz-Zaman urging cooperation.

NASA faces a critical 19-day deadline to return astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from the ISS due to technical issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft. The spacecraft, docked at the ISS since June 13, 2024, has malfunctioning thrusters and helium system leaks, delaying the return. With the Crew-9 mission set to launch on August 18, 2024, and needing the docking port, NASA may consider using a SpaceX Dragon capsule for the return. Engineers are working urgently to resolve the issues to ensure Williams and Wilmore’s safe return.