Germany's Thomas Muller announced his retirement from international football after 14 successful years. The 34-year-old Bayern Munich forward ended his international career following Germany's European Championship exit, totaling 131 caps and 45 goals. Muller, who helped Germany win the 2014 World Cup and secured the Golden Boot in 2010, expressed his pride and gratitude in a farewell video. "It always made me very proud to play for my country," he said. German national team chief Rudi Voeller praised Muller's invaluable contribution and exemplary character.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed at record high levels on Monday, driven by fresh foreign fund inflows and gains in PSU banks, notably State Bank of India. The 30-share BSE Sensex rose 145.52 points (0.18%) to a new high of 80,664.86, while the NSE Nifty gained 84.55 points (0.35%) to close at an all-time high of 24,586.70. Key gainers included SBI, NTPC, and Tata Motors, while Asian Paints and Tata Steel lagged. Positive trends in Seoul and Shanghai markets contributed, despite European markets trading lower.

King Charles III has written a private letter to former US President Donald Trump following the assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. The letter, delivered by the British Embassy in Washington DC, condemned gun violence, echoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's sentiments. The contents of the letter remain undisclosed, but it is believed to have expressed condolences and concern for the incident that left Trump with an ear injury and claimed a spectator's life. Buckingham Palace confirmed the letter, marking a rare instance of the monarch's personal intervention in a political matter.

England's national football team has departed Berlin after their Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain. The team, led by manager Gareth Southgate, was greeted with applause from fans and hotel staff as they boarded their bus. Southgate's future is uncertain following consecutive Euro final losses. The team's departure was met with a large gathering of well-wishers, who watched from behind railings as the players boarded their coach. The team's return home marks a disappointing end to their Euro 2024 campaign, which saw them fall short of the championship title once again.

American rapper Wiz Khalifa was arrested for drug abuse during his performance at the Beach Please! Festival in Romania. Footage shared on social media showed Khalifa, 36, smoking marijuana on stage, leading to his arrest by Romanian police. The Romanian anti-organized crime prosecutors DIICOT confirmed that Khalifa possessed over 18 grams of cannabis and consumed more onstage. Following the arrest, Khalifa issued an apology. The incident has sparked discussions on drug use and legal enforcement at public events.

BJP's strength in Rajya Sabha drops by four as nominated members Rakesh Sinha, Ram Shakal, Sonal Mansingh, and Mahesh Jethmalani complete their term. Their retirement brings BJP's strength to 86 and NDA's to 101, below the majority mark of 113. The current strength of the House is 225, with Congress-led INDIA bloc having 87 members. The development may impact the ruling party's ability to pass legislation without alliances. The opposition's strength remains significant, with Congress, Trinamool, AAP, and DMK holding key seats. [Photo Courtesy: The Tatva]

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a surprise appearance at Diljit Dosanjh's concert in Toronto, showing his support for the Punjabi singer. Trudeau joined Diljit on stage, exchanging warm greetings and wishes. The PM even chimed in on Diljit's signature phrase, "Punjabi aa gaye oye." The heartwarming encounter was captured on video and shared on Instagram. This marks a significant moment in Diljit's Dil-Luminati Tour, solidifying his global appeal. The singer's team was thrilled to meet the PM, making the event a memorable one.

Two Indian nationals arrested in Italy for alleged human trafficking and labor exploitation. The suspects, owners of two agricultural companies, enslaved 33 Indian farm workers in Verona province. Assets worth €475,000 seized. Investigation ongoing for crimes including enslavement, labor exploitation, and tax evasion. This comes weeks after a Sikh farm worker Satnam Singh's tragic death in Italy. Authorities crack down on modern-day slavery and labor abuse.

The Wimbledon 2024 finals saw a star-studded attendance, with Tom Cruise, Zendaya, and Sonam Kapoor among the notable faces in the crowd. Indian celebrities like Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha, Kiara Advani, and Siddharth Malhotra also graced the event. The Men's Singles Final between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz was the main attraction, with the celebrities cheering on their favorite players. The event provided a perfect blend of sports and glamour, making it a memorable experience for all.

Argentina defeated Colombia 1-0 in the Copa America final, with Lautaro Martinez scoring in extra time (111th minute). Lionel Messi, potentially playing his last international tournament, was substituted in the 64th minute due to an ankle injury sustained in the 36th minute. The match was delayed by 82 minutes due to crowd trouble. Argentina's victory marks their 16th Copa America title, a record. The win follows their 2022 World Cup and 2021 Copa America triumphs, culminating in a successful era for the team and potentially Messi's international career.