A global promise to shift from fossil fuels faces significant hurdles. Economic ties to oil and powerful industry lobbying impede progress. Political will is also a key factor. Despite these challenges, renewable energy sources are expanding rapidly worldwide, offering a glimpse of future change.
Zlatan Ibrahimović faces backlash for supporting FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, allowing him to play against Belgium. Critics cite unfairness to Belgium and question FIFA's integrity, especially after Donald Trump's alleged involvement.
Mikel Merino's 91st-minute goal secured a dramatic 1-0 victory for Spain over Portugal at the AT&T Stadium, booking their place in the quarterfinals. The tactical match was decided by a late intervention from Spain's bench.
The Indian government has ordered ZEE5 to remove the film 'Satluj,' starring Diljit Dosanjh, citing security concerns. The movie, which depicts human rights abuses by Punjab Police, was released on the OTT platform under a new name after facing censorship issues for theatrical release.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mukherjee in Kolkata, reiterating the Centre's commitment to granting citizenship under the CAA to refugees while expelling infiltrators. Shah also highlighted Mookerjee's role in establishing Jana Sangh and its evolution into the BJP, emphasizing the party's commitment to cultural nationalism and fulfilling election manifesto promises in West Bengal.
Constitutional experts state that the motion to remove former Allahabad HC judge Justice Yashwant Varma is pointless after his resignation on April 9, following the discovery of unaccounted money. Varma resigned before the inquiry committee's report could be tabled in Parliament. Experts argue that a resigned judge cannot be impeached, making the tabling of the report a mere formality.
Mikel Merino's late goal secured Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in a tightly contested World Cup match. The win eliminates Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal, while Spain advances to the quarterfinals.
