West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused police of stopping her from visiting the family of a child allegedly raped and murdered in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas. TMC leaders said dozens of police vehicles blocked the lane outside her Kalighat residence, calling it an act of "house arrest." The incident triggered violent protests in Baruipur, where an accused was lynched by locals. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the case. Police have not officially responded to the house arrest claims. Security remains tight in the area. (PC: India Today)

FIFA has lifted the one-match suspension of United States striker Folarin Balogun, making him eligible to play against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. Balogun was sent off during the USA's win over Bosnia and Herzegovina after a controversial challenge, but FIFA's disciplinary committee suspended the ban following a review under its disciplinary rules. The red card remains on his record, with a one-year probation period. US President Donald Trump welcomed the decision, calling it a positive outcome for American football. Balogun's return is a major boost for the United States ahead of the knockout clash.  

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has declared a holiday for all government, private and civic-run schools and colleges in Mumbai on Monday after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall. The decision was taken to ensure the safety of students as the city is expected to receive heavy showers and gusty winds. However, government and private offices will remain open. Mumbai has witnessed continuous rainfall over the past few days, causing waterlogging, traffic disruptions and tree-fall incidents. Authorities have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel and step out only if essential while following official weather updates. (PC: HT)

The alleged rape-murder of a 12-year-old girl triggered angry protests in Baruipur, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, on Sunday. Her family said she left home on Saturday to buy food and did not return. Her body was later found in a pond near her house. The family alleged she was raped and murdered. Angry locals blocked roads and rail tracks, and burned tyres. A mob also lynched a man suspected of being involved in the crime. Police used force to control the crowd. Some officers were hurt in the clashes. IG Kankar Prasad Barui said police have taken note of the case and promised strict action, adding that no one will be spared. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe both the girl's death and the lynching. (PC: The Times of India)

Portugal head into their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Spain with confidence that left-back Nuno Mendes can limit the impact of Lamine Yamal. Mendes has faced the young Spain star four times for club and country. Yamal has managed only one assist in those matches. After Portugal's UEFA Nations League final win, Mendes said, "Today, I cancelled out Lamine and did not let him do what he does best." Yamal is returning from injury and is expected to play a key role for Spain. Portugal will hope Mendes can repeat his strong defensive display in another crucial knockout match. (PC: The Indian Express)

6 people died after part of a ground-plus-three-storey chawl collapsed in Mumbai's Mankhurd area on Sunday night during heavy rainfall. The incident happened around 8.30 pm at Chawl No. 5 in Janta Nagar, behind Hanuman Mandir. According to officials, two to three tenements gave way, and more people are feared trapped under the debris. Rescue teams from the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BMC and ambulance services are searching the site. "Rescue operations are continuing," officials said. The IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai, while the Maharashtra government has declared a holiday for schools and colleges on Monday. (PC: HT)

England received a noisy welcome in Mexico City ahead of their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against hosts Mexico. Hundreds of Mexico fans gathered outside the Three Lions' hotel in the early hours, setting off firecrackers, playing drums and trumpets, and chanting to disrupt the team's sleep. England coach Thomas Tuchel also admitted the high altitude had caused minor discomfort, including headaches and difficulty sleeping. Mexico head into the match with a formidable record at the Estadio Azteca, where they have lost only two competitive matches since 1966, adding to England's challenging knockout test.  

Motorists gathered at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on Sunday for India's first public protest against the E20 fuel policy, alleging reduced mileage, engine problems and expensive repairs after using ethanol-blended petrol. Organised by entrepreneur Tehseen Poonawalla and Team Bharat, protesters claimed their vehicles suffered clogged fuel systems, power loss and higher maintenance costs. Several participants demanded the option to choose conventional petrol instead of E20. The Centre has rejected claims that E20 harms vehicles, citing extensive testing and expert studies supporting the ethanol-blending programme. Protesters, however, called for greater transparency, accountability and independent investigation into their complaints. (PC: India Today)

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's star-studded wedding in New York City is continuing to make headlines as celebrity guests share their first reactions online. Actress Jessica Alba called it "a beautiful night," while BBC Radio 1 host Greg James joked he was recovering from the "world's greatest hangover" after the celebration. Actress Niecy Nash described the event as "magical" and praised its emotional atmosphere. Music video director Joseph Kahn said the wedding felt both intimate and unforgettable despite its massive guest list. Although the couple have not released official photos, guests' social media posts have offered fans a glimpse into the highly private celebration. (PC: BBC)

Brazil will attempt to break one of the most remarkable records in international football when they face Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Despite facing 88 different national teams, the five-time world champions have never beaten Norway, drawing three and losing two of their five previous meetings. Their most famous defeat came at the 1998 World Cup, when Kjetil Rekdal's late penalty sealed a memorable 2-1 victory for Norway. Brazil now head into the knockout clash in strong form after topping Group C, with Carlo Ancelotti confirming that Neymar is fit to play a full 90 minutes. However, Brazil also carry another unwanted statistic, having lost each of their last six World Cup knockout matches against European opposition since defeating Germany in the 2002 final. Norway, returning to the World Cup after a 28-year absence, qualified impressively from the group stage and will look to extend their unbeaten record against the Selecao behind stars Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard. (PC: AI Generated)