A 26-year-old New Jersey man, Eric Nicholas Gapco, was arrested for a mid-air meltdown on an American Airlines flight from Seattle to Dallas. Prosecutors allege Gapco exhibited violent and dangerous behavior, including attempting to open the plane's doors and propositioning a flight attendant for sex. He also removed his shirt, vaped, and acted aggressively towards crew members. Video footage shows Gapco yelling and being restrained. He was charged with interfering with flight crew members and faces up to 20 years in prison.

YouTube has blocked an ABC News documentary in India, alleging the Indian government's role in spying on critics in Australia, following an order from India’s Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB). The documentary, titled ‘Infiltrating Australia – India’s Secret War,’ was removed on July 27 under India’s Information Technology Rules and the Information Technology Act. YouTube informed ABC News that the order was confidential. The documentary, uploaded on June 17, is part of ABC News' Four Corners investigation into how Indian authorities allegedly established a spy network to monitor the Indian diaspora in Australia. MediaNama has contacted YouTube for further details.

India's archery team has made a strong start at the Paris Olympics 2024. Dhiraj Bommadevara and Ankita Bhakat have reached the quarterfinals of the Mixed Team event after defeating Indonesia's Diananda and Arif 5-1. The Indian duo's impressive performance has kept their medal hopes alive. With this win, they have secured a spot in the next round, where they will face new challenges. The team's progress is a significant milestone in the competition.

Air India has suspended its flights to and from Tel Aviv, Israel, until August 8, 2024, due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The suspension, which took effect immediately, is a precautionary measure to ensure passenger safety. The airline will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates. Passengers with confirmed bookings during this period will be allowed to reschedule or cancel their flights without incurring additional charges. This decision affects all scheduled flights between India and Tel Aviv, and Air India will notify passengers of any further changes.

In a historic prisoner exchange, three Americans have returned to the US after being detained in Russia. Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former US Marine Paul Whelan, and Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva landed at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, where they were greeted by their families and President Joe Biden. The exchange marks the largest prisoner swap between Russia and the West since the Cold War. The returnees were met with tears and embraces, marking a joyful reunion.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rains in Madhya Maharashtra and East Madhya Pradesh, and heavy rain alerts in Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Uttarakhand, and other regions. In Maharashtra, a yellow alert has been issued in Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar, while an orange alert has been issued in Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. Cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi, Shimla, and Kullu districts have resulted in 50 people missing and two deaths, with an alert issued till August 2. The IMD has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in various parts of the country.

United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis commended India's digital revolution, stating that 80 crore people have been lifted out of poverty in the past five to six years due to smartphone adoption. He noted that rural Indians, previously without access to banking services, can now make payments and receive transactions using their smartphones. Francis highlighted India's digitalization as a key factor in rapid development, citing it as a prime example of how technology can drive economic growth and financial inclusion. He made these remarks at the Food and Agriculture Organisation's 'Zero Hunger' event.

A historic prisoner swap between Russia and the West has brought 8 Russians home, including a couple convicted of spying in Slovenia and their two children. President Vladimir Putin personally greeted the returnees at Moscow's airport. The exchange freed 24 prisoners held in six countries, with 16 from the West and 8 from Russia. The swap marks a rare diplomatic breakthrough between Russia and Western nations. The returned prisoners were met with applause and flowers as they stepped off the plane, reunited with their families after years apart.

India will have a busy day at the Paris Olympics 2024 on August 2. Shooter Manu Bhaker will compete in the 25m air pistol event, aiming for her third Olympic medal. Badminton's Lakshya Sen will face Chou Tien Chen in the men's singles quarter-finals. Archer Dhiraj Bommadevara will participate in the mixed team event after his individual campaign. Indian athletes will also compete in track and field events. The events will take place across various venues, with Indian fans eagerly awaiting the outcomes that will determine India's medal tally at the Paris Olympics.

The London Climate Resilience Review warns that London must prepare for more frequent and extreme weather events due to climate change. The report calls for urgent action to address the city's vulnerability to floods and heatwaves, highlighting the need for investment in climate resilience measures. Last year's heatwave saw a 50% increase in water consumption, low reservoir levels, and wildfires that pushed the fire brigade to its limits. The government has welcomed the review and acknowledged the urgent need for action, with the report's chairwoman emphasizing that preparing London for climate change is "non-negotiable".