The Indian Army repatriated Asad Khan, a Pakistani national from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, who was detained on June 12, 2026, after crossing the Line of Control into Kupwara district. The handover occurred on June 18, 2026, at the Aman Setu peace bridge, symbolizing eased tensions.
Congress workers in Varanasi celebrated Rahul Gandhi's birthday by depicting him as Lord Parshuram and pouring milk on his photo. The BJP accused Congress of disrespecting Hindu faith and appropriating religious symbols for political messaging.
Actor Allu Arjun met with Shraddha, a young fan undergoing leukaemia treatment, facilitated by Make-A-Wish Foundation. They recreated iconic 'Pushpa' moments, and Arjun encouraged her dreams of becoming a doctor.
Sonny Baker experienced a mix of emotions and challenges during his Test cricket debut. Initial nerves and communication issues with Joe Root were followed by a difficult spell with the ball, but Baker showed resilience.
A criminal case has been registered against Satish Kumar, an international passenger, for allegedly misbehaving with a cabin crew member and another passenger on a Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad. The incident involved an apology, a physical altercation, and an obscene gesture.
FIFA will use a match on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech to send a message of inclusion and respect. The game in Guadalajara will feature creator Yoon Su-jin, who filmed a derogatory gesture towards Asians.
Tasmanian Minister Gavin Pearce apologized after appearing to make a vomiting gesture behind MP Kristie Johnston as she spoke about integrity. Pearce initially claimed he was swallowing a lozenge, then stated he was moving a Listerine strip stuck to the roof of his mouth due to a throat infection.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol. The committee found no evidence of a breach of code, accepting Evans' explanation of an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared Australian video review official Shaun Evans of wrongdoing after investigating a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist symbol during Germany's World Cup match. Evans stated the gesture was an unintentional, subconscious twitch.
Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi's goal celebration, a gun-shaped hand gesture, sparked debate online during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier against New Zealand in Los Angeles. The match also saw Iran's national anthem met with boos and cheers from the diaspora.
Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi's 'gun' celebration after scoring against New Zealand in a World Cup qualifier in Los Angeles sparked online debate. The gesture drew criticism amid a politically charged atmosphere, while the national anthem faced a mixed reception.
Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi's 'gun' celebration after scoring against New Zealand in a World Cup qualifier in Los Angeles sparked online debate. The gesture drew criticism amid a politically charged atmosphere, while the national anthem was met with mixed reactions from the Iranian diaspora.
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee found no evidence that referee Shaun Evans breached the code of conduct after being accused of making a white supremacist hand gesture. Evans stated the gesture was an involuntary twitch.
Fifa's disciplinary committee has cleared World Cup VAR official Shaun Evans after he was accused of making a hand gesture associated with white supremacists. Evans stated he was unaware of the gesture's meaning and it was an involuntary twitch.
FIFA's disciplinary committee cleared VAR official Shaun Evans after he was accused of making a hand gesture associated with white supremacists. Evans stated he was unaware of the gesture's meaning and it was an involuntary twitch.
Il comitato disciplinare FIFA ha scagionato l'assistente arbitrale video Shaun Evans da accuse di violazione del codice disciplinare. Evans ha spiegato che un gesto interpretato come un "ok" dei suprematisti bianchi è stato un tic involontario.
FIFA has cleared VAR official Shaun Evans after an investigation into a hand gesture made during Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao. Evans stated it was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch" and not a deliberate message.
Australian referee Shaun Evans, accused of making a 'white power' hand gesture at the World Cup, stated it was an "involuntary, subconscious twitch." FIFA's disciplinary committee found no evidence of misconduct, despite calls from the Fare network for his removal.
Australian referee Shaun Evans has denied making a "white power" hand gesture at the World Cup, calling it an "involuntary, subconscious twitch." The Fare network, FIFA's discrimination monitor, called for his removal, citing the gesture's association with far-right circles.
FIFA's discrimination monitor, Fare, has called for the removal of Australian video review official Shaun Evans from the World Cup. Evans made a gesture resembling a white supremacist sign during Germany's opening game broadcast.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed. Locals discuss the impact of a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
An investigation into the death of Baby Justin raises questions about why an inquest was never held. A One Nation official with a history of racist social media posts is revealed, and locals react to a shark attack. Cape Verde shocked Spain in the World Cup.
Dan Evans expressed disappointment at not receiving a wildcard for the Queen's tournament, calling it a missed "classy gesture" before his planned retirement after Wimbledon. Despite his service to British tennis, including a Davis Cup title, he entered qualifying due to his ranking.
Dan Evans, set to retire after Wimbledon, expressed disappointment at not receiving a wildcard for the Queen's tournament, calling it a missed "classy gesture" from organizers.
