Gujarat Schools Closed, Hundreds Evacuated as Heavy Rainfall Hits Surat

Tejaswin Shankar becomes first Indian to win decathlon medal in CWG

US and Israel Reportedly Planning Strikes on Iran Energy Infrastructure

The US and Israel are jointly planning a bombing campaign targeting energy-related infrastructure inside Iran, according to a CBS News report published Friday. The report cited unnamed sources familiar with the plans. Strikes could potentially be carried out over the course of the weekend. The reported campaign marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two countries and Iran.

Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver, Yashvir Takes Bronze in CWG Javelin Event

India secured two medals in the javelin throw event at the Commonwealth Games. Neeraj Chopra, the 28-year-old Tokyo Olympic champion, claimed the silver medal with a season-best throw of 85.83 metres on his second attempt. Yashvir Singh added to India's tally by winning the bronze medal in the same event. Chopra was not at his peak performance, with challenging weather conditions affecting the competition. The double podium finish marked a strong showing for Indian athletics at the Games.

Trump Claims Tariff Threat Halted India-Pakistan Conflict During Operation Sindoor

US President Donald Trump has claimed that he personally helped stop a war between India and Pakistan during Operation Sindoor by threatening tariffs. Trump asserted that this economic pressure played a decisive role in de-escalating the military conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. India has firmly rejected Trump's claim that it lost 11 aircraft during the engagement, calling the assertion inaccurate. New Delhi has also consistently maintained its opposition to any third-party mediation in the conflict, reaffirming its stance on bilateral resolution.