A recent UNICEF report has shed light on the dire state of child food poverty worldwide. One in four children globally suffers from severe food poverty, surviving on a limited diet that puts them at risk of severe malnutrition. This affects 181 million children, with 65% residing in just 20 countries, including India, Afghanistan, and Ethiopia. South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa are among the worst-hit regions. The report categorizes India as high-risk, with 64 million children affected in South Asia alone. The UNICEF report urges immediate attention to address this critical issue impacting children's growth, development, and overall well-being.

4 people, including the driver and conductor, died when a Himachal Roads Transport Corporation bus rolled down a hill in Shimla on Friday morning. The bus, en route from Kuddu to Giltadi, veered off the road after traveling 4 km. 2 passengers died on the spot, and 2 others succumbed to their injuries en route to the hospital. The three injured are being treated at a civil hospital in Rohru. Local residents and police swiftly initiated a rescue operation at the accident site. An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway.

Serbia has threatened to withdraw from Euro 2024 after fans from Croatia and Albania chanted about the killing of Serbians during their 2-2 Group B draw. Serbian FA's general secretary, Jovan Surbatovic, urged UEFA to issue severe sanctions, even suggesting Serbia might leave the competition. UEFA is investigating the "potential racist and/or discriminatory conduct" and "inappropriate behaviour" by Albania's Mirlind Daku. Serbia, fined for fan misconduct against England, claims its supporters are being unfairly targeted. Tensions have risen, with Serbian fans expressing mixed views on mixing politics and sport.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan canceled his Yoga Day event at Delhi University after students protested against alleged scams involving NEET and UGC-NET. Students displayed black flags and raised slogans, voicing their dissatisfaction with recent exam controversies. Pradhan acknowledged the UGC-NET paper leak as an "institutional failure" of the National Testing Agency (NTA) and announced a high-level committee to reform the agency. The committee will focus on improving NTA’s structure, examination process, and data security, aiming for error-free testing. This response comes amid mounting pressure over alleged exam malpractices affecting students nationwide.

Prince Harry is expected to reunite with his brother, Prince William, following years of estrangement, reportedly under pressure from King Charles III. The British monarch is eager for Harry to mend ties and return to the UK, primarily to spend more time with his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Royal expert Tom Quinn noted that King Charles has been frustrated by his limited interaction with the children, restricted to video calls. While Harry's return seems likely, Meghan Markle is not expected to join him, as she remains content in California, distancing herself from past negative experiences with the royal family.

In a setback for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the Delhi High Court has put his bail on hold in the liquor policy money laundering case. This follows a challenge by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) arguing that it wasn't given a fair chance to present its case. The vacation bench of Justices Sudhir Kumar Jain and Ravinder Dudeja ordered a stay on the trial court's bail decision until a detailed hearing can be conducted. Kejriwal will remain in custody until the High Court reviews the matter. AAP criticized the decision, accusing the government of judicial interference.

Saudi Arabia reported that over 600 pilgrims, including 68 Indian nationals, died during this year's Hajj pilgrimage due to extreme heat and other causes. The toll, confirmed by a Saudi diplomat, includes 323 Egyptians and 60 Jordanians, primarily due to heat-related ailments. This year's fatalities mark a significant increase compared to last year's total of over 200 deaths. The extreme temperatures led to over 2,700 cases of heat exhaustion. While some pilgrims are still unaccounted for, officials have noted that the situation is consistent with previous years, with more detailed reports expected soon.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested a key operative linked to a Canada-based Khalistani terrorist, Lakhbir Singh Sandhu alias Landa. Jaspreet Singh was arrested in Punjab's Ferozepur district during multi-state searches. The agency seized weapons, drugs, and cash from his possession. The NIA had registered a case last year and investigations revealed Landa's involvement in terror conspiracies of the banned Babbar Khalsa International (BKI). Searches were conducted across Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Punjab, leading to the arrest. The crackdown is a significant blow to the Khalistani terror module, and the NIA continues to investigate the module's activities.

Since March, India has recorded 110 confirmed deaths due to heatstroke, with 40,272 cases reported across the country, as per data from the Union health ministry. Uttar Pradesh reported the highest number of deaths at 36, followed by Bihar with 17 and Rajasthan with 16. Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest number of cases at 10,636, but only five deaths were confirmed. By the end of May, there were 56 deaths and 24,849 cases reported. Union Health Minister J P Nadda conducted a review meeting on Wednesday to assess the heatwave situation, during which Director General of Health Services Dr. Atul Goel reiterated heatwave guidelines to the states.

Australian bowler Pat Cummins made history by taking a hat-trick in the T20 World Cup match against Bangladesh in Antigua. Cummins dismissed Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, and Towhid Hridoy in consecutive deliveries, finishing with figures of 3-29. Australia restricted Bangladesh to 140-8, with spinner Adam Zampa also impressing with 2-24. Cummins became the second Australian and seventh overall to achieve this feat in the T20 World Cup. His disciplined performance led Australia to a dominant position in the Super Eight clash.