A devastating blast at a firecracker factory in Tamil Nadu's Virudhunagar on Sunday claimed 16 lives and injured six. Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed deep sorrow, extended condolences to the bereaved families, and dispatched ministers to oversee rescue efforts and provide immediate assistance.
Morocco forward Ismael Saibari is out of the FIFA World Cup quarter-final against France due to a hamstring injury. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi confirmed the PSV Eindhoven star's absence, a significant blow for the Atlas Lions. France, led by Kylian Mbappe, enters the match with a perfect record.
The US conducted airstrikes on approximately 90 Iranian military targets, including air defense systems and naval infrastructure, in response to Iran's attacks on commercial vessels. This marks a major escalation, with Iran retaliating by targeting US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. President Trump declared the interim ceasefire 'over.'
Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla has intensified her verbal attack on Kylian Mbappe, calling him a "son of a b***" and accusing him of disrespecting Paraguay's goalkeeper. She refuses to apologize for earlier remarks, sparking international condemnation.
India suffers a massive 125-run T20I defeat in Nottingham, their fourth consecutive loss. Captain Shreyas Iyer calls the batting "atrocious" amid concerns over captaincy, IPL-influenced play, and questionable selection choices.
Adani Enterprises and Dioxycle will partner to develop low-carbon chemical production in India, starting with a pilot plant for formic acid using renewable energy and captured CO2. This marks Adani Group's entry into the sector.
Sri Lanka U-19 comfortably chased down India U-19's 285/10, winning by 8 wickets to level the 3-match series 1-1. Dimantha Mahavithana starred with an unbeaten 155.
