Puja Tomar, nicknamed "Cyclone", created history by becoming the first Indian to win in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). She defeated Brazil's Rayanne dos Santos in a closely contested straw-weight bout, winning by split decision. Tomar's powerful body kicks proved decisive, earning her a 30-27, 27-30, 29-28 victory. The 30-year-old dedicated her win to Indian fans and fighters, saying "This win is for all Indian fans and all Indian fighters...I wanted to show the world that Indian fighters are not losers." Tomar's historic win marks a milestone for Indian MMA, inspiring a new generation of fighters.

Rashtrapati Bhavan gears up for Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for Sunday at 7:15 pm. Approximately 9,000 guests, including heads of neighboring countries, are expected to attend. Notable dignitaries include leaders from Sri Lanka, Maldives, Seychelles, Bangladesh, Mauritius, Nepal, and Bhutan. To address past complaints, organizers have installed rows of water fridges and mist fans to combat the heatwave. Security protocols dictate that guests must remain seated for about four hours. The event aims to mark the commencement of Modi's new term, emphasizing guest comfort amid the scorching weather conditions.

The highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan at the T20 World Cup is facing dual threats - rain and a subpar pitch. The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York has been criticized for its uneven bounce and poor outfield, with India captain Rohit Sharma injuring his forearm during a match against Ireland. With both teams needing a win to advance to the Super Eight stage, rain is forecasted to disrupt the game. India won their opener against Ireland, while Pakistan lost to USA in a Super Over, making this a must-win encounter.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has terminated the services of four employees, including two police constables, a teacher, and an assistant lineman, for alleged terror links and activities. The employees were found to be working on behalf of Pakistan's ISI and terror outfits, providing ammunition and services to terrorists, and mobilizing violent protests. The dismissals were made under Article 311(2)(c) of the Constitution, following a background check by the J&K CID. This brings the total number of government staffers terminated for terror links to 61 during the tenure of J&K LG Manoj Sinha.

Mumbai and neighboring areas received heavy rains in the past 24 hours, bringing down temperatures and providing relief from the heat. However, the rains caused a road cave-in on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway in Palghar district, disrupting traffic for over four hours. Repair works were underway when the road collapsed, affecting both sides of the road. Other districts in Maharashtra, including Thane and Nashik, also received significant rainfall. Mumbai recorded over 60 mm of rainfall in the 24-hour period, bringing much-needed relief to the city.

Puja Tomar has become the first Indian to win a fight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), defeating Brazil's Rayanne dos Santos at UFC Louisville 2024. The Indian fighter won by split decision, dominating the first round with powerful body kicks. Dos Santos fought back in the second round, but Puja's decisive push kick knockdown in the final round secured her victory. This historic win comes after Puja became the first Indian woman to secure a UFC contract last year. Her debut fight in the women's strawweight division has made her a trailblazer in Indian MMA.

The head of Canada's intelligence agency, David Vigneault, made two secret visits to India in February and March to discuss the killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Vigneault shared intercepted communications and other information with Indian officials, sources said. The visits came before Canada arrested four Indian nationals in connection with Nijjar's murder. The case has strained India-Canada relations, with India denying any government involvement in the killing. Nijjar, declared a terrorist by India in 2020, was shot dead in Vancouver last year. The incident sparked tensions between the two nations, with Canadian PM Justin Trudeau alleging potential Indian government links.

Delhi Water Minister Atishi has requested an urgent meeting with Lt Governor V K Saxena due to a significant reduction in water supplied by Haryana through the Munak Canal. Atishi highlighted that Delhi is supposed to receive 1,050 cusecs of water but is currently only getting 840 cusecs, affecting seven water treatment plants. She warned that if the water supply doesn't increase, Delhi's water situation could worsen within 1-2 days. Amid rising temperatures, the city is already experiencing a water shortage. Atishi urged the Lt Governor, as the Central Government's representative, to intervene and resolve the issue.

Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut criticized praise for a CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped her, comparing it to justifying "rape or murder." Ranaut claimed in a video message that she was hit and abused by the constable during a security check at Chandigarh airport, potentially due to her stance on the farmer protests. The incident occurred two days after Ranaut was elected to the Lok Sabha from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Kulwinder Kaur, the CISF constable involved, has been suspended, and an investigation is underway. The CISF has also ordered a court of inquiry into the matter.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge will attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony today, representing the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. This decision follows consultations with INDIA Bloc leaders. Trinamool Congress, a bloc partner, will be absent. The Congress Working Committee urged Rahul Gandhi to take the Leader of Opposition role in the Lok Sabha, but he deferred. Sonia Gandhi is confirmed as the Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson.