The Indian cricket team, winners of the T20 World Cup 2024, will finally depart Barbados on a special flight arranged by the BCCI on Tuesday at 6 pm local time. The team has been stuck on the island since Hurricane Beryl made landfall. The players were forced to stay indoors as the hurricane intensified, but with the storm passing, the team can now leave. The flight is expected to land in Delhi on Wednesday at 7:45 pm. This news comes as a relief to the team and fans, who were worried about the prolonged delay. The team's safe return will be a welcome end to a triumphant but eventful journey.

A 24-year-old Indian-origin woman, Manpreet Kaur, died on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Delhi on June 20. Kaur collapsed while trying to fasten her seatbelt just before takeoff and was pronounced dead on the spot. Despite feeling unwell before boarding, Kaur had managed to get on the plane without assistance. Cabin crew and emergency services rushed to assist her, but unfortunately, she could not be saved. The incident has left her family and friends in shock, who were expecting her to arrive in India to meet them. Key highlights: Kaur's sudden collapse, her death on the spot, and her reported illness before boarding.

Portugal defeats Slovenia 3-0 in penalty shootout, advances to EURO 2024 quarterfinals. Cristiano Ronaldo scored in the shootout after missing a penalty in extra time. Goalkeeper Diogo Costa was the hero, saving three consecutive penalties in the shootout. Slovenia's defense held strong for 120 minutes, but faltered in the penalty shootout. Portugal will face France in the quarterfinals. Key highlights: Ronaldo's missed penalty, Costa's three saves, and Slovenia's penalty shootout collapse. Portugal wins despite being held goalless for 120 minutes.

Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya faces new legal trouble as a Mumbai special court issues a non-bailable warrant against him in a ₹180-crore loan default case involving Indian Overseas Bank. The court cites Mallya's fugitive status and previous non-bailable warrants, deeming it a "fit case" to secure his presence. The CBI alleges Mallya wilfully defaulted on payments, causing a wrongful loss to the government-run bank. Mallya, already declared a fugitive economic offender, is currently in London, with the Indian government seeking his extradition. This warrant relates to a cheating case involving the diversion of loans to Kingfisher Airlines between 2007 and 2012.

France secured a spot in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals after defeating Belgium 1-0. Substitute Randal Kolo Muani scored in the 85th minute, assisted by N'Golo Kante, deflecting off Jan Vertonghen's leg. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, France struggled to convert opportunities against a resilient Belgian defense. Goalkeeper Koen Casteels made crucial saves, denying Marcus Thuram and Kylian Mbappe. Belgium, ranked third globally, posed threats through Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne but failed to score. France now awaits the winner of Portugal vs Slovenia for their quarter-final clash in Hamburg on Friday.

India and the US will establish the Gandhi-King Development Foundation (GKDF) by October 2024. The agreement was signed during US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit to India last month. The foundation aims to tackle global development challenges, focusing on climate change, public health, and women's empowerment. US Ambassador Eric Garcetti highlighted the shared commitment to non-violent principles of Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. The foundation will operate in India, using public and private resources to promote sustainable development and enhance cooperation between the two nations.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticized Rahul Gandhi's recent remarks in Lok Sabha where he accused BJP leaders of not being Hindus due to their alleged involvement in "violence and hate." Jaishankar, addressing the Parliament, accused Gandhi of attacking Hindus and criticized his past actions, including comments on the Indian Army and tearing up of ordinances. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several cabinet ministers also intervened, highlighting the seriousness of Gandhi's statements. Gandhi defended his remarks, clarifying that he targeted the BJP, not the entire Hindu community, sparking a heated debate during the ongoing parliamentary session.

Global warming has exposed 5 unidentified bodies on Mount Everest, retrieved by Nepal's army amid concerns over the peak's transformation into a graveyard. Approximately 300 bodies remain on the mountain, with recent deaths including British climber Dan Paterson. Overcrowding and risks in the "death zone" are exacerbated by melting snow, making recovery efforts challenging. The Nepalese army, with climbers, removed 11 tonnes of rubbish during a 55-day operation. Calls to limit climbing permits intensify amid safety concerns and revenue debates, underscoring ongoing environmental and safety issues on the world's highest peak.

Rajya Sabha's discussion on the Motion of Thanks witnessed cheerful exchanges between Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge. Kharge, citing knee pain, humorously requested to speak while seated, prompting Dhankhar to agree jovially. Their friendly repartee, including Kharge's quip about Dhankhar "misleading" him, sparked laughter in the House. However, Dhankhar expunged Kharge's critical remarks on PM Modi and RSS, citing fairness. Despite the light moments, the session provided a break from recent contentious debates over issues like the NEET paper leak.

The Indian Navy concluded field evaluations for submarines offered by Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Spain’s Navantia under the ₹43,000-crore Project 75I. Navantia showcased its S80 class submarine in Cartagena, demonstrating its air independent propulsion (AIP) capabilities. TKMS, partnered with India’s Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, had its submarine evaluated earlier in Germany. Both bids emphasize indigenization goals, aiming for 45% to 60% local content. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Spanish President Pedro Sanchez will discuss these deals during their upcoming visits to India, highlighting enhanced defence cooperation efforts.