Centre extends Afspa in parts of Manipur, Arunachal, Nagaland for 6 more months

Russia strikes Ukraine data centres and telecom sites, disrupting internet access

Russian forces have launched attacks on Ukrainian data centres and telecommunications infrastructure, significantly reducing internet connectivity for many households. A facility operated by Datagroup was among the sites hit, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that such strikes endanger essential services that civilians depend on daily. Russia has justified the attacks by claiming the targeted sites were connected to military intelligence operations. The strikes underscore how digital infrastructure has become a critical battleground in modern warfare.

Anahat Singh reaches Asian Games squash final, one win from Olympic berth

Indian squash player Anahat Singh has advanced to the final of the Asian Games 2026 after defeating world No. 6 Satomi Watanabe. She now stands one win away from claiming the gold medal at the tournament. The Asian Games is also serving as the Asian qualifying event for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, raising the stakes of her final match. Earlier in the tournament, Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar secured bronze medals in the mixed doubles event, underlining India's strong showing in squash.

Congress mocks Bengal BJP chief's praise for CEC Gyanesh Kumar

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera sarcastically responded to West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya's praise for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, quipping that the Padma Bhushan would be too small a recognition and that Kumar should be made Prime Minister. Bhattacharya had credited Kumar with conducting violence-free elections and overseeing voter roll revision in the state. The remarks come amid growing Opposition criticism of the Election Commission's recent decisions. A plea is also pending before the Supreme Court regarding the Special Intensive Revision exercise linked to the Election Commission.

Nagaland hooch tragedy: 19 dead in Mokokchung, Tuensang; police probe underway