Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed by a short-range projectile with a 7 kg warhead outside his residence in Tehran, according to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Iran alleges the attack was orchestrated by Israel with support from the US government. The IRGC has vowed severe retaliation, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict. The incident occurred hours after Haniyeh attended the inauguration of Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian. The US and Israel are bracing for potential retaliatory attacks, with additional military deployments in the Middle East. Israel has neither confirmed nor denied involvement.

In Agra, a 24-year-old man named Roop Kishor was allegedly buried alive by four men—Ankit, Gaurav, Karan, and Akash—due to a land dispute. After being assaulted and strangled, Kishor was buried on the attackers' farm. Stray dogs dug up the area, biting Kishor's exposed flesh, which revived him. He managed to walk to a nearby area, where locals assisted and took him to the hospital. Kishor's mother claimed the men forcibly took him from their home. An FIR has been filed, and a police investigation is ongoing.

Tensions in Bangladesh escalated as student leaders rejected Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's invitation for dialogue, continuing their protests against a controversial quota system in government jobs. The capital, Dhaka, saw major streets blocked by demonstrators, causing traffic snarls. Over 200 people have died in recent clashes. On Friday, Hasina urged protesters to meet her at Ganabhaban for talks, but the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement refused, calling for nationwide protests and civil disobedience. Two police officials were suspended after shooting a student, further fueling the unrest.

Heavy rainfall has led to significant waterlogging on the runway at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata. The downpour, caused by a deep depression over Jharkhand and Gangetic West Bengal, also affected areas like Howrah, Salt Lake, and Barrackpore. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) expects the rain to continue throughout the day, with a yellow alert issued for Gangetic West Bengal and an orange alert for northern districts. Despite ankle-deep water in parts of Kolkata, traffic remains unaffected. Some regions have already received up to 7 cm of rain since Friday afternoon.

Veteran Indian archer Deepika Kumari ended her campaign at the Paris Olympics 2024 with a 6-4 loss against Korea’s Nam Suhyeon in the quarter-finals on August 3. Deepika began strong, winning the first set, but struggled with inconsistent shots in crucial moments, including a critical 6 and 7. Despite a valiant effort, she faltered in the final set, marking a disappointing end for the Indian archery team, which leaves Paris without a medal. Earlier, Bhajan Kaur also faced a narrow defeat in a shoot-off against Indonesia's Diananda Choirunisa in her Round of 16 match.

Three-time Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej has criticized Air India for downgrading him from business class without a refund on a Mumbai to Bengaluru flight. Sharing his experience on X (formerly Twitter), Kej revealed this was the third time in a year he faced such an issue. He described the airline staff as "rude, clueless, and high-handed." Air India responded to Kej's complaints, offering to resolve the matter privately, but Kej demanded a clear refund and explanation, threatening legal action if not resolved. The incident has sparked significant attention on social media.

In a dramatic rescue operation, Kerala forest officials saved a tribal family, including four young children, stranded in a cave atop a hill in Wayanad. The daring 8-hour mission, led by Kalpetta range forest officer K. Hashis, involved navigating treacherous terrain and heavy rainfall. The family, from the Paniya community, had been trapped following recent landslides that devastated the region. The rescue team, overcoming severe conditions, managed to evacuate the family, highlighting Kerala's resilience in the face of natural disasters. The landslides have claimed 308 lives, marking one of the state's worst calamities.

The UK may struggle to attract highly skilled workers in technology and banking, according to research by Hays. Ranked among the top five countries with a significant talent shortage, alongside New Zealand, Portugal, Canada, and Switzerland, the UK could face challenges filling in-demand roles. This shortage may benefit Indian professionals seeking opportunities abroad. Official immigration statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that Indian nationals lead in skilled worker and student visas issued by the UK, particularly in sectors like healthcare to address NHS staff shortages.

A devastating attack on a busy beach in Mogadishu, Somalia, has left 32 people dead and many more injured. Al-Shabaab militants, linked to Al-Qaeda, carried out the assault using a suicide bomber and gunmen. The Lido beach area, a favorite among businesspeople and officials, has been targeted before. Unverified videos show chaos and bloodied bodies on the beachfront. This attack is one of the deadliest in months, highlighting the ongoing insurgency against Somalia's federal government, which has lasted over 17 years. The attack has sparked widespread concern and condemnation.

India's Manu Bhaker narrowly missed a third Olympic medal at the Paris Games, finishing fourth in the women's 25m pistol final. The 22-year-old lost the bronze in a shoot-off to Hungary's Veronika Major. Bhaker made history by becoming the only Indian to win two shooting medals in a single Olympics, securing bronze in the 10m air pistol and the mixed team 10m air pistol with Sarabjot Singh. She further impressed by reaching the 25m pistol final, finishing second in the qualification stage. Despite missing a third medal, her performance remains a landmark achievement for Indian shooting.