Senior Hezbollah leader Sheikh Muhammad Ali Hamadi was fatally shot in the Bekaa Valley by unidentified gunmen. Lebanese authorities are investigating the attack, believed to be linked to a prolonged family feud. This incident happens just days before the scheduled end of an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement.
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The Modi government has shifted its narrative on Jammu and Kashmir to highlight its historic contributions to India's spiritual and cultural heritage. Home minister Amit Shah unveiled a new publication, emphasizing the region's significance and calling for a reassessment of history written from an Indian perspective.
In her Lok Sabha debut, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the BJP for focusing on the past instead of current responsibilities. She highlighted Nehru's contributions to nation-building and accused PM Modi of ignoring injustices. Vadra also condemned the government's handling of the Adani issue, violence against women, and attacks on freedom of expression, while advocating for a caste census.
Sunil Gavaskar criticized Shubman Gill's shot selection during the Brisbane Test, advising him to avoid risky shots early in his innings. Gavaskar also suggested Virat Kohli emulate Sachin Tendulkar's patient approach in Sydney, especially by resisting cover drives, to overcome his struggles against deliveries outside off-stump. India ended Day 3 trailing by 394 runs.
Vicky Kaushal's historical drama Chhaava, directed by Laxman Utekar, surpassed the Rs 500 crore mark at the Indian box office in just 23 days. The film's strong performance, particularly in Maharashtra, led to impressive weekend growth and made it Vicky's highest-earning film. It also sparked a treasure hunt around Asirgarh fort in Madhya Pradesh.
Nigerian boxing champion Gabriel Olanrewaju tragically died after collapsing during a fight in Ghana. The 40-year-old lost consciousness in the third round and later died in the hospital, raising concerns over the bout's organization and approval.
Devendra Barlewar, a 47-year-old scientist, successfully received a rare third kidney transplant at Amrita Hospital, leaving him with five kidneys, only one of which is functional. The complex surgery, performed by Dr. Anil Sharma, was made possible by a multi-organ donation from a brain-dead farmer.
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, known as the architect of India's economic reforms and for his interest in Urdu poetry, passed away after prolonged illness. He often engaged in poetic exchanges during parliamentary debates, notably with Sushma Swaraj, illustrating his unique approach to political discourse.
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, will miss the 2024 World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York for rest and recovery. Gukesh's decision follows his intense 14-game win over Ding Liren. India's hopes now rest on rising stars Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi, while Magnus Carlsen remains the favorite.
A massive blackout plunged millions across Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France into darkness on Monday. Train services were severely disrupted in Spain, while Portugal's REN operator confirmed the widespread impact. The outage, which began around 12:30 pm local time, affected critical infrastructure, including Spain's Parliament and metro stations.