External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to visit China for the SCO foreign ministers' meeting in Tianjin next week. The meeting will focus on SCO cooperation and significant international and regional matters. Bilateral discussions are expected to address ongoing normalisation efforts and China's halt on rare earth metals supply.
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Seth Rollins sustained a legitimate knee injury during a match against LA Knight at Saturday Night’s Main Event, potentially halting his momentum. The incident occurred while Rollins attempted a Moonsault, landing awkwardly after Knight moved. The match was cut short, with Knight picking up the win. Rollins, who has a history of knee issues, was assisted backstage.
US President Donald Trump is considering significant tariffs, potentially 200% on pharmaceuticals and 50% on copper imports, expanding his trade policies. These measures aim to boost US revenue. India is assessing the impact, with concerns about disrupted exports.
During the third Test at Lord's, India's repeated requests to change the Dukes ball due to shape issues became a major talking point, frustrating players and coaches alike. Despite the ball concerns, England mounted a fightback, led by Jamie Smith's counter-attacking fifty and Brydon Carse's resistance, while Jasprit Bumrah's fiery spell rattled England's middle order.
Political tensions rise in Bihar as another businessman, Vikram Jha, is murdered in Patna. Tejashwi Yadav criticizes chief minister Nitish Kumar over rising crime. This incident follows the killings of Gopal Khemka and another sand mining businessman. The RJD accuses the government of lawlessness. The NDA counters, alleging the opposition seeks to revive "Jungleraaj".
Radhika Yadav, a 25-year-old tennis coach, was allegedly murdered by her father at their Gurgaon home. A music video featuring Radhika in a lead role surfaced after the incident, prompting police to investigate if it contributed to the conflict. The father confessed, citing financial dependence on his daughter as a source of tension.
A recent study reveals that Indian children under 5 spend an average of 2.2 hours daily on screens, exceeding recommended limits. This excessive screen time is linked to developmental delays and behavioral issues. Experts advise parents to establish tech-free zones, limit screen time, and engage children in offline activities to mitigate these negative impacts and promote healthy development.
A four-story building in northeast Delhi's Seelampur area collapsed on Saturday, leading to a frantic rescue operation. Several individuals are feared trapped under the debris of the ground-plus-three-floor structure. Fire officials have confirmed that three to four people have already been hospitalized, and seven fire tenders are at the scene working to save others.
Mohammed Siraj's confidence and fiery spells were instrumental on Day 4 of the third Test at Lord's. His conviction led to a successful DRS review, dismissing Ollie Pope after trapping him plumb in front. Earlier, Siraj had removed Ben Duckett, fueled by lingering tension from the previous day, as India seized momentum.
San Rechal Gandhi, a prominent model from Puducherry celebrated for winning regional beauty pageants including Miss Puducherry 2020, has tragically died by suicide. Police investigations suggest that Rechal was facing immense financial difficulties and struggling with significant debt. She had previously spoken about the discrimination she experienced due to her skin tone.