At least 15 civilians, including children, were killed in US airstrikes on Houthi-held regions in Yemen, ordered by President Trump. The strikes follow Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping. The Houthis vowed to respond and accused the US of escalating aggression. Trump warned further attacks if the Houthis continue their actions.
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Farooq Abdullah disputes A S Dulat's claim of supporting Article 370 abrogation, but Dulat clarifies he meant Abdullah's desire to align with Delhi on his terms. Dulat's book praises Abdullah's leadership, revealing insights into the Rubaiya Sayeed abduction and IC-814 hostage swap, highlighting Farooq's initial opposition and eventual acquiescence to decisions.
Star batter Babar Azam missed Pakistan's training before the crucial Champions Trophy match against India, sparking doubts about his participation. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, who attended the session, instructed the team to secure a win at any cost. Intense pressure mounts as the team prepares for the high-stakes encounter in Dubai.
Jofra Archer becomes the fastest England bowler to take 50 ODI wickets, achieving the milestone in his 30th match during the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy against Afghanistan. Archer surpassed England's previous record held by James Anderson and showcased exceptional skill despite past injuries.
Isro successfully demonstrated the restart capability of its Vikas liquid engine, crucial for future reusable rocket stages, by firing it for 60 seconds, shutting it off for 120 seconds, and restarting for 7 seconds. This test, conducted at the Isro Propulsion Complex, is part of ongoing efforts to reduce space mission costs.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old from Bihar, made history as the youngest IPL player, sacrificing his favorite foods for his cricketing dream. He impressed with a six on his debut, showcasing fearless batting reminiscent of Yuvraj Singh and Brian Lara. His coach emphasizes his dedication and potential for big scores, highlighting the sacrifices made by his family to support his journey.
MLB star Pete Alonso's future remains uncertain as he rejects a three-year, $68-$70 million deal from the New York Mets and a $50 million offer from the Los Angeles Angels. Fans are divided, with some urging the Mets to move on and focus on new talent, while Alonso and his agency seek higher offers.
PM Modi hosted outgoing US NSA Jake Sullivan, highlighting the strides made in the India-US strategic partnership, especially in technology, defence, and AI. They acknowledged significant bilateral advancements over four years and discussed future cooperation, including missile export control policy updates. Modi appreciated President Biden's contributions and received a letter from him via Sullivan.
Investors encountered a significant hit on Monday as the stock market plummeted, erasing Rs 10.98 lakh crore in wealth. Key indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty both suffered steep declines due to concerns over foreign fund withdrawals and forthcoming third-quarter results. Amidst the downturn, sectors like utilities and power were particularly affected, with widespread FII selling intensifying the market bearishness.