Heavy monsoon rain brought large parts of Delhi to a halt on Thursday, flooding roads, disrupting traffic and uprooting trees across the city. A newly constructed 4-storey building collapsed in Rohini, killing 3 people, while rescue teams searched the debris for survivors. Waterlogging affected several major roads, causing long traffic jams and delaying daily commuters. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Delhi, warning of more heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Authorities urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel as emergency teams worked to clear flooded roads, remove fallen trees and restore normal services. (PC: India Today)

The race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot has become one of the most exciting in tournament history. Lionel Messi leads the scoring chart with eight goals, while Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland have seven each. England captain Harry Kane remains close behind with six goals. Four players are now on course for scoring totals rarely seen at a World Cup. Messi has already joined an elite list of players to score eight or more goals in a single edition, while Mbappe, Haaland and Kane continue to challenge for football's top individual scoring honour as the knockout stage reaches its decisive phase. (PC: BBC)

The US Secret Service reportedly advised President Donald Trump to leave Turkey aboard the older Air Force One instead of the newly retrofitted Qatar-gifted aircraft as a security precaution. According to sources, the decision was not triggered by a specific threat but reflected concerns that the newer aircraft lacks some of the advanced defensive systems fitted to the existing presidential plane. The change came during heightened tensions following renewed US military action against Iran. Trump publicly said the aircraft switch was made so US service members in the UK could view the new jet, while the White House maintained it is equipped with advanced security features. (PC: X)

Eighteen-year-old Arnav Paparkar has scripted history by becoming the first Indian in 36 years to reach the Wimbledon boys' singles quarterfinals. The ITF junior World No. 19 defeated Japan's Ryo Tabata 6-2, 6-1 in a dominant third-round performance. Earlier, Paparkar stunned junior World No. 3 Keaton Hance of the United States in straight sets, announcing himself as one of the tournament's rising stars. The last Indian to reach the boys' singles quarterfinals at Wimbledon was Leander Paes in 1990, when he went on to win the title. Paparkar's remarkable run has revived hopes of another memorable Indian campaign at the prestigious Grand Slam.  

India on Wednesday expressed "deep concern" over the renewed escalation in West Asia and called on all parties to exercise restraint and return to dialogue. The Ministry of External Affairs said the latest attacks risk undermining regional peace, security and stability while threatening the fragile Iran-US ceasefire. New Delhi also stressed the need to protect civilians and ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy supplies and commercial shipping. India reiterated that diplomacy remains the best way to resolve the crisis and urged all sides to avoid actions that could further escalate tensions in the strategically important region.  

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing renewed criticism after reports that US President Donald Trump called him to seek a review of American striker Folarin Balogun's suspension during the FIFA World Cup. The episode has sparked allegations that FIFA's principle of political neutrality may have been compromised. Human rights group FairSquare is preparing to file a complaint with the International Olympic Committee, while several European lawmakers have also demanded an independent investigation. Infantino has denied influencing FIFA's disciplinary process, insisting that the body's judicial panels operate independently despite growing concerns over political interference in football. (PC: NDTV)

The United States launched fresh strikes on Iran, targeting the strategic Chabahar port after President Donald Trump warned Tehran that **"it will get much worse"** if attacks continued. The strikes came after Iran was accused of targeting commercial shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a renewed US military response. Chabahar, a key port on Iran's southeastern coast, was among the sites hit as Washington stepped up operations against Iranian military infrastructure. The latest escalation has further heightened tensions in the region, with fears growing that the conflict could widen and disrupt global shipping and energy supplies. (PC: India Today)

A video allegedly featuring Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Haris Dar has surfaced online, in which he threatens India, saying, **"We will stop your breathing,"** and warns of **"something big"** in 2026 over the Indus Waters issue. The video also references tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack. Indian security agencies are examining the authenticity of the video and assessing any potential security threat. The remarks come at a time of strained India-Pakistan ties, with New Delhi maintaining that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan takes credible action against cross-border terrorism.  

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it launched missile and drone strikes on four US military bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, describing the operation as the "first phase" of its response to recent American airstrikes. Iranian state media said the attacks targeted military facilities used by US forces. Authorities in Kuwait and Bahrain activated air defence systems following the strikes. The claims came hours after the US carried out fresh attacks on Iranian military targets, further escalating tensions in the Gulf. Independent verification of the extent of damage was not immediately available, while regional governments continued to monitor the rapidly developing security situation. (PC: X)

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest of Satinderjeet Singh, alias Goldy Brar, an alleged leader of the Lawrence Bishnoi organised crime group in North America. Brar is wanted on federal charges including racketeering, extortion conspiracy and drug trafficking. US authorities say he is linked to violent crimes across the United States and Canada and should be considered armed and dangerous. The announcement follows "Operation Hard Ball", an international crackdown targeting organised crime networks with alleged links to India.