Sonam Wangchuk's 'still alive' post draws attention as hunger strike enters Day 9

FIFA Lifts Balogun Red Card Ban Before US-Belgium Match, Sparking Integrity Row

FIFA reversed Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, allowing the US striker to feature in their match against Belgium. The decision, described as citing a probationary period, was widely seen as unprecedented in tournament disciplinary proceedings. US President Donald Trump publicly praised the reversal, calling it the correction of a 'great injustice.' Belgium and several other nations have strongly criticized the move, raising concerns about the integrity and fairness of the tournament. The episode has prompted broader questions about the independence of FIFA's disciplinary process and how future sanctions may be handled.

Mumbai, Pune, Raigad districts and ghat areas on ‘red’ alert today

Delhi Man Arrested After Newlywed Wife Found Dead in Dowry Case

A Delhi woman named Akriti, who worked as a sales executive at a private company in Chhatarpur, was found dead at a residential society in Lodhi Colony. The location was approximately 10 kilometres from her home in Pushp Vihar. Following the incident, authorities arrested her husband in connection with a dowry-related case. The case highlights ongoing concerns about dowry-linked violence against women in India.

Landslide Buries Five Houses in Pune, Families Feared Trapped

A landslide struck Pune after a section of a hill collapsed, burying approximately five houses. Several families are believed to be trapped under the debris, though the exact number of affected individuals remains unclear. Officials confirmed the incident amid ongoing monsoon conditions in the region. Rescue and assessment efforts are underway to determine the full extent of the disaster.