South Africa secured their first ICC trophy in 27 years, winning the World Test Championship at Lord's. Cricket legends like AB de Villiers and Sachin Tendulkar lauded the team's character and Temba Bavuma's leadership. Aiden Markram's century and his crucial partnership with Bavuma were pivotal in the victory against Australia.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei promised retaliation for Israeli strikes. Tehran launched deadly missiles at Israel. Khamenei assured military readiness. He warned of grave consequences for Israel. Benjamin Netanyahu cited major military operations against Iran. He addressed the Iranian people. Iran launched more missiles toward Israeli cities. Explosions rocked Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Iran threatened further attacks and warned other countries.
A Delhi court acquitted former coal ministry officials H C Gupta, K S Kropha, and K C Samaria in a case concerning irregularities in the allocation of Jharkhand's Mahuagarhi coal block to JAS Infrastructure. However, the firm and its director, Manoj Kumar Jayaswal, were convicted, with sentencing arguments set for July 8.
In Khajuwala, Bikaner, a gang posing as occult practitioners allegedly drugged four men with sedatives, leading to three deaths and one hospitalization. The victims were lured with promises of doubled money through black magic, but were instead robbed of cash and valuables estimated at Rs 45–50 lakh. Police are investigating the possibility of internal betrayal among the victims.
A Saudia aircraft arriving in Lucknow from Jeddah experienced a smoke incident in its landing gear upon arrival on Sunday. Prompt action by the Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting team and the Saudia crew ensured the safe deboarding of all passengers, primarily Haj pilgrims. A minor hydraulic oil leak in the landing gear is suspected to be the cause.
In Baghpat's Budhpur village, thirteen deaths in the last 15 days are raising concerns about water contamination from industrial waste. Locals attribute the fatalities, mainly from heart issues and kidney failure, to polluted groundwater. Officials have acknowledged the issue, prompting medical screenings and calls for accountability from pollution control bodies.
Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in the longest French Open final in history, winning 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 after five hours and 29 minutes. Down two sets and three championship points, Alcaraz staged a stunning comeback, capturing his fifth Grand Slam title at just 22. This first major final in their rivalry delivered a generational classic.
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