Brazil dominated Paraguay 4-1 in their Copa America match, played at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Vinicius Junior scored a brace, while Lucas Paqueta also found the net. Brazil's three goals in the first half set the tone for a convincing win. Paraguay's consolation goal came too late to make a difference. With this defeat, Paraguay is eliminated from the tournament. Brazil's clinical performance showcased their strength and skill, making them a strong contender in the competition. The win boosts Brazil's chances of advancing to the next round.

The annual Amarnath Yatra has begun, with the first batch of pilgrims departing from the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan. The pilgrims are headed to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas. The journey was flagged off by deputy commissioners, senior police, and civil administration officials. Strict security arrangements have been put in place to ensure a smooth and safe yatra. The officials are taking all necessary measures to prevent any untoward incidents. The yatra is expected to continue until August 11. So far, over 1.5 lakh pilgrims have registered for the yatra.

At least six people died and five others were injured in a head-on collision between two cars on the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway in Maharashtra's Jalna district. The accident occurred at around 11 pm on Friday when one of the cars entered the highway from the wrong side after refuelling and collided with the other car. The impact was severe, causing one car to fly into the air and land on the highway barricade. The injured were rushed to the hospital, and the police cleared the road for traffic after removing the wrecked vehicles.

Colombia secured a spot in the Copa America quarter-finals with a dominant 3-0 victory over Costa Rica. Luis Diaz, Davinson Sanchez, and Jhon Cordoba scored the goals, extending Colombia's unbeaten streak to 25 games. The team's organized performance never allowed Costa Rica to threaten their record. Diaz's penalty kick in the 31st minute gave Colombia the lead, followed by Sanchez's and Cordoba's goals. With this win, Colombia finished top two in Group D, showcasing their impressive form. The team's unbeaten streak dates back to February 2022, a testament to their remarkable performance.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Delhi on June 29 and 30, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. The rainfall is expected to be between 64.5 mm and 244.4 mm in a day, potentially causing localized flooding, water logging, and closure of underpasses. The IMD has warned of heavy rain in isolated areas, bringing much-needed respite from the heat. The monsoon is expected to reach Delhi this weekend, according to weather experts. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions and stay updated with weather forecasts.

Coke Studio Bangla's latest release, "Ma Lo Ma," has resonated globally with its blend of folk tradition and modern rap. Sung by Pritom Hasan, Shagor Dewan, and Arif Dewan, with rap by Aly Hasan, the song merges cultural roots with contemporary music, reflecting on life's inevitable transitions. Within 12 days, it amassed over 15 million YouTube views, trending at #1 in Bangladesh and sparking a viral trend on Instagram. The song's deep lyrics and nostalgic themes of growth and nostalgia have garnered praise worldwide.

In a historic achievement, the Indian women's cricket team scored an impressive 525 runs for the loss of four wickets on the opening day of the Test match against South Africa. This remarkable total marks the highest runs scored in a single day of Test cricket by any team, surpassing records held by men's teams as well. Shafali Verma's monumental 205 and Smriti Mandhana's 149 were pivotal in India's dominant batting display. Despite South Africa's efforts, including Delmi Tucker's two wickets, India's record-breaking performance sets a formidable challenge going into Day 2.

Two injured in the roof collapse at Delhi's IGI Airport described their harrowing experiences, saying they narrowly escaped death. Arvind Goswami, who was working at Terminal 1, recounted, "Suddenly, everything started collapsing. Debris fell on my head, and I lost consciousness." Dashrath Ahirwa, also hurt in the incident, was pumping out rainwater when the ceiling fell, causing a severe head injury. The collapse, caused by heavy rain, killed one person and injured six. All injured were taken to Medanta Hospital, and flight operations at Terminal 1 are suspended .

Thousands of protesters in Jerusalem demanded Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s resignation as the war with Hamas in Gaza continues. Demonstrators, who gathered near Netanyahu’s residence on June 27, criticized his handling of the conflict and called for efforts to secure the release of around 120 Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The protests, more frequent due to escalating tensions, included blocked traffic and bonfires but remained largely peaceful. Despite the growing unrest, Netanyahu maintains a stable parliamentary majority.

India and South Africa, both unbeaten, will clash in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final tomorrow in Bridgetown. India, led by Rohit Sharma, and South Africa, captained by Aiden Markram, are vying for their first title. The match, on a fast-bowler-friendly Kensington Oval pitch, starts at 8:00 PM IST (10:30 AM local time). Fans can catch the action live on Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar. With rain possibly affecting play, a reserve day is in place. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate this high-stakes contest between the tournament’s top teams.