Chandigarh reported its first COVID-19 fatality with a 40-year-old patient from Uttar Pradesh, referred from Ludhiana, succumbing to the infection. The patient, who had no comorbidities, was admitted with severe respiratory problems and tested positive before passing away. Health authorities are on high alert, urging citizens to adhere to preventive measures and COVID-appropriate behavior to contain the spread.
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The flood situation in Northeast India has worsened, affecting over 5.15 lakh people in Assam alone, with the death toll climbing to 36. Heavy rainfall warnings persist for several states, as the Brahmaputra and Barak rivers flow above danger levels. Relief efforts are underway, and authorities are evacuating affected populations in Manipur and Mizoram.
Kolkata Police defended the arrest of Instagram influencer Sharmistha Panoli, clarifying it was due to a video allegedly insulting religious beliefs and promoting communal disharmony, not her political views. Police stated that Panoli was absconding after failing to comply with legal notices, leading to her arrest in Gurugram.
Preity Zinta's initial cheer turned to concern as Punjab Kings endured a disastrous start against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 match. PBKS lost four crucial wickets within the Powerplay, including key players like Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh. Zinta's changing expressions mirrored the team's struggles as they reeled under pressure after the early collapse.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won their first Indian Premier League title. Virat Kohli led the team to victory against Punjab Kings. The final match was tense. Kohli expressed his emotions after the win. He dedicated the victory to the fans and AB de Villiers. Kohli emphasized his loyalty to the Bangalore franchise. He said the win was special.
The central government has sanctioned the deployment of 581 CAPF companies, approximately 58,000 personnel, to safeguard the Amarnath Yatra, commencing on July 3. This pilgrimage marks the first significant crowd-gathering event in Jammu & Kashmir since the Pahalgam attack. Besides the 156 companies already stationed, an additional 425 companies are being dispatched to the Union Territory to ensure security.
Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra has demanded an apology from actor Kamal Haasan for his remark that “Tamil gave birth to Kannada.” Vijayendra condemned Haasan's statement as disrespectful to Kannadigas and an insult to the Kannada language, emphasising its rich history and significance.
Tom Cruise appeared on The Pat McAfee Show to promote his new Mission: Impossible film, drawing parallels between his stunt work and the quick decision-making of NFL quarterbacks. He emphasized the importance of teamwork, spatial awareness, and leadership under pressure, highlighting similarities between elite athletes and actors. Cruise also shared his plans to continue acting for decades to come.
Eastern Railway has banned detailed photography and videography at its stations, citing national security concerns after a YouTuber's arrest for allegedly sharing sensitive information with Pakistani intelligence. Authorities are intensifying surveillance to enforce these restrictions, particularly at key connecting stations, to safeguard critical infrastructure and prevent security compromises. The rules apply across all Eastern Railway sections and divisions.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's US visit focused on strengthening economic and financial ties, including FATF coordination, crucial for India's efforts to address terror financing. Discussions also covered defense partnership enhancement through co-production, joint exercises, and information sharing. Both nations reviewed trade agreements, technology cooperation, and streamlining export regulations to bolster the bilateral agenda.