Trapped in driver's seat, pulled out late: How US student's drive ended in Delhi drain
Summary: Yashvendra Singh, a 20-year-old business student, died tragically after returning home from the US. His family and friends allege systemic negligence led to his untimely demise. Locals rescued his accompanying friend from the drain after the accident occurred. Singh was a promising national-level basketball player with a bright future ahead. His grieving family now seeks answers regarding the circumstances of his death.
'Think about cricket, not social media': Ishan Kishan to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Summary: Ishan Kishan praised young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after India's T20 win. He believes the 15-year-old possesses match-winning qualities for the national team. Senior players are guiding Sooryavanshi to focus solely on his cricket. They encourage him to ignore social media and external distractions. Kishan highlighted Sooryavanshi's attacking style as a significant team asset.
Pradhan resigns: Govt took exit call after Wangchuk breakthrough failed to end protests
Summary: Street protests and potential violence have forced the BJP to concede after facing youth anger. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after assurances from a Union minister. The government chose pragmatism over defiance when confronted by Gen Z's viral campaigns. Previously, the government withdrew farm laws and diffused protests against the Citizenship Amendment Act. The party now faces the challenge of winning over a restive generation concerned about employment.
Jeff Bezos ex-wife MacKenzie Scott helped write a 'donation playbook' for Snap founder
Summary: Snap co-founder Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr have donated $550 million to erase medical debt. This significant contribution will benefit over 261,000 Californians facing financial hardship. The donation follows a philanthropic model pioneered by MacKenzie Scott. Undue Medical Debt will administer the funds, targeting vulnerable residents statewide. This initiative aims to unburden families from unpayable medical expenses.
'Help dislodge BJP from power in Bihar': Tej Pratap makes 'special appeal' to Dipke
Summary: Tej Pratap Yadav asked Abhijeet Dipke to visit Bihar and start a movement. This appeal followed the Cockroach Janata Party withdrawing its Delhi protest. Yadav seeks a strong people's movement to remove the current state government. Dipke assured supporters that the next event would be held in Patna. He responded to concerns about the education system under the chief minister.
Lionel Messi seen for first time since painful World Cup final loss
Summary: Lionel Messi made his first public appearance after Argentina’s heartbreaking 2026 World Cup final defeat to Spain by attending a local match in Rosario. The emotional captain spent time with family, supported his brother’s football club Leones FC, and avoided media attention. Messi will soon return to Inter Miami after recovering from the demanding tournament.
US govt updates list of H-1B debarred & disqualified companies; what it means
Summary: The US Department of Labor has updated its list of H-1B visa program violators. Four companies are now temporarily barred from filing H-1B petitions. GowraTech, LLC and Renotek Group LLC face debarment until 2027. Seeloz, Inc. and Sherwood Academy are barred until 2028. This action affects employers found to be willful violators of program rules.
Zebra mussels spread across all Great Lakes within a decade of arriving in 1988
Summary: Zebra mussels, an aquatic invader from Eurasia, continue their continental spread after arriving in North America. These tiny shellfish are now infesting Lake Meredith in Texas, raising new concerns. Officials confirmed a reproducing population, marking the lake as a potential stepping stone. The mussels damage ecosystems and infrastructure by clinging to hard surfaces and multiplying rapidly. Preventative measures like cleaning boats remain crucial to slowing their ongoing invasion.
Indian-origin man on green card says 'wouldn't move to US on H-1B today
Summary: Mohamed Zeeshan, an Indian-origin man who moved to the United States after being attracted to its 'values' has now said he 'wouldn't do it today' on an H-1B visa. Zeeshan, who now owns a consulting firm, said he is also seeing a rising trend of his relatives and friends looking at other options like Germany and Australia since it's become difficult to land a job and visa in the US after graduating.
Elon Musk's SpaceX in talks to sell Pentagon billions in AI data-centre capacity
Summary: SpaceX is discussing a multi-billion dollar deal with the US Defense Department. This agreement would provide data-center capacity for advanced artificial intelligence models. The Pentagon seeks to secure high-end compute power for its agencies and military units. SpaceX has recently signed similar cloud-compute deals with other major tech companies. This potential pact would significantly expand SpaceX's role in national security infrastructure.
Delhi metro fully operational a day after CJP withdraws protest
Summary: Eighteen Delhi Metro stations reopened Saturday after a four-day closure. The Cockroach Janta Party withdrew its protest following the minister's resignation. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned from his post on Saturday. This action led to the CJP ending its demonstration at Jantar Mantar. Normal metro services resumed across the city after the disruptions concluded.
Patrick Mahomes says wife and kids gave meaning to his NFL greatness
Summary: Patrick Mahomes says his greatest strength is not just football but the support of his family. From overcoming injuries to balancing life as a husband and father, he credits Brittany Mahomes and their children for keeping him grounded. His emotional words and never-give-up mindset show that resilience, patience and love have shaped both his life and his legendary NFL career.
Gabriel Langton remains conscious after horrific Commonwealth Games fall
Summary: Gabriel Langton suffered a horrific fall during the men's team gymnastics final at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after missing a catch on the high bar. The England gymnast was treated on the arena floor before being taken to hospital in a neck brace. Team England later shared an encouraging update on his condition. Here's everything we know about how the accident happened, the latest injury update, his current condition, and what it could mean for his recovery and return to competition.
Patrick and Brittany Mahomes turned family grief into a mission of hope
Summary: Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes attended a back-to-school event with FARE just before Chiefs training camp, continuing their advocacy for food allergy awareness. The couple's mission comes from personal experience after their children, Sterling and Bronze, were diagnosed with food allergies. Brittany has previously shared the frightening details of Bronze's severe allergic reaction and how it inspired the family to help others. Here's how Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes are using their platform to support parents and create safer environments for children with food allergies.
Tariffs on trial: Small businesses take Trump's latest trade levies back to court
Summary: Two groups of small businesses are challenging Donald Trump's latest tariffs in court. These new levies target goods from sixty trading partners and cover nearly all US imports. Businesses argue the administration failed to justify these measures against individual economies. They contend the tariffs replace previous worldwide duties struck down by the Supreme Court. Legal experts believe these new tariffs will likely remain in place for an extended period.
'Gens Una Sumus' - What three Latin words beneath a chess emblem taught me about the world
Summary: India's young Grandmaster Aarav Dengla has played chess against opponents of every age and from countries across the world. In his debut The Grandmaster View column, he reflects on the three Latin words beneath the FIDE emblem that first caught his attention as a seven-year-old. Through memories from tournament halls and the quiet rituals that follow every game, Aarav explores how Gens Una Sumus - "We are one family" - is more than just the sport's motto; it is the enduring spirit of chess itself.
Once a vegetable seller & e-rickshaw driver, Jhandu now earns spot on CWG podium
Summary: Jhandu finished with 130.9 points after a best lift of 190kg, becoming India’s first medallist at this edition of the Commonwealth Games. Yet, for the national record holder, the medal meant a lot more than a place on the podium.
Talks on with US for concessional access for textile goods, says govt
Summary: India is discussing a tariff mechanism with the United States for textile goods. New US tariffs affect 55 percent of Indian exports, with lower rates for India. Many key Indian exports, like pharmaceuticals, remain outside these additional duties. The government is working on a textile-specific exemption as part of trade talks. This engagement aims to secure better access for Indian products in the US market.
Kargil Vijay Diwas: How India took the high ground from Pak, rewrote military doctrine
Summary: Kargil Vijay Diwas marks India's 1999 victory and honors fallen soldiers. The conflict reshaped India's defence preparedness and strategic outlook significantly. Reforms included creating the Chief of Defence Staff and increasing defence spending. India's defence production and exports have grown substantially over recent years. The legacy of Kargil continues to inspire courage and national resolve today.
Pradhan quits: What oppn can learn from CJP-led students protest
Summary: In a remarkable turn of events, student protests led to resignation of Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan, showcasing the power of grassroots activism. The Cockroach Janata Party, born from online memes, played a pivotal role in this uprising. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike also fueled the movement's progress, raising critical questions for opposition parties regarding their involvement in such significant demonstrations.
'Jana Nayagan' BO day 3: Thalapathy Vijay film's collection jumps 34.8%
Summary: Jana Nayagan showed a strong box office recovery on its first Saturday. The action film earned Rs 28.50 crore India net, marking a significant increase. This performance brought the three-day India net collection close to Rs 100 crore. Worldwide gross collections for the movie have now reached Rs 171.84 crore. Tamil Nadu continues to be the highest-performing territory for the film.
'Youth & students more important than any post': Amit Shah on Pradhan's resignation
Summary: Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated the country and students are more important than any position. He reaffirmed the Modi government's commitment to reforms against paper leaks. Dharmendra Pradhan resigned as Union Education Minister amid nationwide protests over the NEET-UG paper leak. Pralhad Joshi was given additional charge of the education ministry later that day. The government respects youth sentiments and ensures justice for NEET aspirants.
Two killed after small plane crashes into house in Germany
Summary: A light aircraft crashed into a house roof in Ganderkesee, Germany. Two men, aged sixty-five and seventy-seven, were killed in the accident. Authorities conducted a complex recovery operation to remove the embedded wreckage. Residents of the affected home were evacuated during the emergency response. German officials have initiated an investigation into the cause of the crash.
Energy security: What India’s crude, LPG & LNG strategic reserves strategy should look like
Summary: Once completed, the total strategic petroleum reserves capacity will increase to 11.88 MMT, enabling India to move significantly closer to the 90-day reserve target. India is working with the UAE for 30 million barrels of crude of storage capacity.
One post, 6 words, 37 days, one resignation: How 'cockroaches' crawled into corridors of power
Summary: A six-word post on X sparked a massive student protest across India. Thousands of students demanded accountability for examination irregularities and unemployment issues. The sustained demonstrations pressured the government for over a month. Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan eventually resigned from his post. The movement, born online, achieved significant governmental concessions and assurances.
Ram Temple donation theft row: UP govt reconstitutes SIT; IG Kiran S to lead probe
Summary: Uttar Pradesh government formed a new SIT to investigate alleged embezzlement of temple offerings. This team, led by senior IPS officers, replaces the earlier investigation panel. The Supreme Court directed the state to form a fresh SIT under a senior IPS officer. Investigators previously examined financial records and questioned temple staff about donation irregularities. The new SIT will submit its findings to the Supreme Court on July 27.
'Sab jhandu kar diya': India's CWG medallist reveals the painful story behind his name
Summary: Jhandu Kumar secured India's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. He won bronze in para powerlifting after successful lifts of 181kg and 190kg. His journey began with polio and taunts over a name born from hardship. Kumar previously worked as an e-rickshaw driver to fund his training. He now aims to break records at future Para Asian Games and Paralympics.
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