Lakshya Sen’s 21-8, 22-20 win over Guatemala's Kevin Cordon in the badminton men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics has been nullified after Cordon withdrew from the event due to a left elbow injury. As per BWF General Competition Regulations, the result was deleted, affecting Sen's ranking based on his remaining Group L matches. Sen will next face Julien Carraggi on July 29. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker secured India's first medal, winning bronze in the 10m Women's Air Pistol event with a score of 221.7, marking a historic achievement for Indian shooting.

The Delhi Police have arrested five more individuals in connection with the deaths of three IAS aspirants who drowned in the flooded basement of Rau's IAS Study Circle. This brings the total number of arrests to seven, including the building owners. Bulldozer action has commenced to remove encroachments near the coaching center. The incident, caused by severe rains and structural failures, has led to public outrage and demands for accountability. The Delhi government has ordered a magisterial inquiry, and several other coaching centers operating illegally in basements have been sealed.

French authorities have arrested a far-left activist in connection with last Friday's sabotage of the high-speed rail network, hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin confirmed the arrest, indicating that the act bore the hallmarks of far-left groups. The sabotage disrupted travel for 800,000 people, causing significant damage and costs to the state-owned rail operator SNCF. Security services have been increasingly concerned about far-left and anarchist militants targeting critical infrastructure. Train services were restored by Monday after intensive repair efforts.

In a fiery Lok Sabha speech, Rahul Gandhi accused the BJP-led government of creating a "Chakravyuh" (war formation) around India's youth, farmers, women, and small businesses. Gandhi named six individuals, including PM Narendra Modi and industrialists Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, at the center of this "Lotus formation." He criticized the Union Budget for perpetuating monopolies and undermining democracy. Gandhi also promised that the INDIA bloc would pass a bill guaranteeing MSP for farmers. His remarks sparked a strong reaction, highlighting deep political divides.

On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh qualified for the bronze medal round in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. In the women's 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing in 7th place. Jindal displayed strong performances but couldn't secure a top finish. In badminton, India's Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa lost the first game 21-11 to Japan's Nami/Chiharu in the women’s doubles. The competition continues as athletes vie for top honors.

Ravi Moun, a 22-year-old from Haryana, India, has died while fighting on the Russian frontline in Ukraine. His family was informed by the Indian Embassy in Moscow. Ravi, who had traveled to Russia under the pretense of a job, was reportedly coerced into military service. The embassy has requested a DNA test to confirm his identity and is assisting in repatriation efforts. The family is appealing to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for urgent help to bring Ravi’s body back to India.

The CBI has filed a supplementary chargesheet against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case. The chargesheet accuses Kejriwal of being a key conspirator in the alleged misuse of Delhi’s excise policy, claiming he approved an increase in liquor wholesalers' profit margins from 5% to 12% without justification. The case also involves allegations of financial misconduct and conspiracy. Kejriwal, previously arrested by the Enforcement Directorate and granted interim bail by the Supreme Court, remains in custody due to the ongoing CBI investigation.

Suella Braverman has withdrawn from the race to become the next leader of the Conservative Party, citing significant internal disagreement and criticism. Despite receiving the necessary support from 10 MPs, Braverman decided not to proceed, stating that her views on migration, taxes, and transgender issues were not aligned with the party’s current direction. She described herself as being unfairly labeled "mad, bad and dangerous." Braverman’s decision comes as other candidates, including Kemi Badenoch and Priti Patel, continue to vie for the leadership position following the party’s recent electoral losses.

Astrologer Amy Tripp, known for her accurate prediction of Joe Biden's campaign exit, now forecasts Donald Trump as the next US President. Tripp, who gained fame for predicting Biden's withdrawal based on astrological signs, claims Trump's career is set for more unpredictable events. She also anticipates Kamala Harris running for President in 2024, citing her astrological alignment. Tripp predicts potential health issues for Biden and warns of political unrest in August. Recent polls show Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in a close race for the presidency.

A new study highlights the severe impact of India’s vulture population decline on human health. Researchers found that the near-extinction of vultures, caused by the anti-inflammatory drug diclofenac in cattle, led to an estimated 5 lakh human deaths between 2000 and 2005. The loss of vultures, which are crucial for carcass disposal, allowed harmful bacteria to proliferate, increasing death rates in affected areas by 4.7%. The economic cost of this decline was pegged at $69.4 billion annually.