‘We share the anguish and outrage’: Congress urges Sonam Wangchuk to end hunger strike

Puri Rath Yatra: One killed, over 100 devotees faint amid stampede-like situation

One dead, 30+ hospitalised in crowd crush at Puri Rath Yatra

A devotee died and more than 30 others were hospitalised following a crowd rush at the Puri Rath Yatra festival. The incident occurred in Puri, Odisha, during the annual Hindu chariot procession dedicated to Lord Jagannath. Large crowds gathering for the religious event are believed to have triggered the stampede-like situation. Authorities and medical teams responded to treat the injured at local hospitals. Further details on the exact circumstances and official response are awaited pending the full report.

Argentina fans burn England flags, revive Falklands tensions after World Cup semi-final win

Argentina's FIFA World Cup semi-final victory over England was marred by provocative celebrations from some supporters. Fans were seen burning England's St George's Cross flags, displaying coffin imagery, and chanting songs referencing the 1982 Falklands War. Argentine players added to the controversy by posing with a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' following the match. President Javier Milei used the occasion to reaffirm Argentina's territorial claim, stating that sovereignty over the islands is non-negotiable.

Mamata Tells Pressured TMC Leaders to Leave as Party Exodus Grows

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee publicly addressed the wave of departures from Trinamool Congress following the party's recent assembly poll defeat. She stated that leaders feeling pressured are free to leave, signalling a defiant stance amid the crisis. Rajya Sabha MP Koel Mallick became the latest to resign, joining a growing list of exits from the party. Her resignation came shortly after senior leader Madan Mitra quit to align with a rebel TMC faction. Banerjee also used the occasion to defend her nephew and party leader Abhishek Banerjee against internal criticism.