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‘Out of syllabus’, ‘errors’ in questions: Why Santhali candidates are seeking re-test of Jharkhand staff selection exam

Army officer's 20-year-old son drowns after car falls into open drain in Vasant Kunj

A 20-year-old student, Yashvendra, son of an army officer, died in south Delhi's Vasant Kunj area after his car skidded into an open drain. The incident is believed to have been triggered by poor road conditions worsened by recent rainfall. Yashvendra had recently returned from the United States and was accompanied by a woman at the time of the accident. The woman managed to escape the vehicle without serious injury. Police subsequently recovered both the car and Yashvendra's body from the drain.

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, joins Chilean club Colo Colo on free transfer

Cape Verde veteran goalkeeper Vozinha has signed with Chilean club Colo Colo on a free transfer, closing out speculation linking him to MLS side Inter Miami. The 40-year-old rose to global prominence during the FIFA World Cup, where his performances nearly helped Cape Verde cause an upset against Argentina. Vozinha, who has earned 92 caps for his national side, made the move after departing Portuguese club Chaves. The signing marks the start of a new chapter in the experienced goalkeeper's career.

3 years on, SIT probe complete in just 10% of Manipur riot cases

‘What kind of arrogant government will not listen to kids?’: Actor Abhishek Banerjee joins protests in Goa

Travis Head denies Kohli feud, speaks out on online abuse targeting his wife

Australian batter Travis Head has addressed speculation about a rift with Virat Kohli following a handshake controversy during IPL 2026, stating there was 'nothing to patch over.' The incident drew significant online abuse aimed at Head's wife, Jessica Davies, and had an impact on their family. Head publicly praised Davies for handling the situation with composure and dignity. He acknowledged that intense public scrutiny is an unavoidable aspect of life as a professional sportsperson.

4.1cr kids obese, ICMR seeks tighter curbs

Chad le Clos Becomes Most Decorated Male Athlete in Commonwealth Games History

South African swimmer Chad le Clos set a new Commonwealth Games record by claiming his 19th medal, a bronze in the men's 4x100m freestyle relay. The 34-year-old surpassed all previous male athletes to become the most decorated in the event's history. Le Clos was visibly emotional after the achievement, acknowledging the significance of the milestone despite it being a bronze. The veteran swimmer indicated he is not done yet, expressing ambitions to win more medals and compete at the 2028 Olympics.

US Military Fires on Merchant Vessel Attempting to Break Iran Port Blockade

The US military announced on Friday that it opened fire on a merchant vessel attempting to breach its naval blockade of Iranian ports. This marks another incident in an escalating standoff between American and Iranian forces in the region. Iran, in turn, targeted US military positions located around the Persian Gulf. The exchange highlights growing tensions between the two nations in one of the world's most strategically critical waterways.

Fast-Track Courts Clear Less Than Half of Rape and POCSO Cases in a Year

India's fast-track courts, designed to expedite justice in serious sexual offence cases, are struggling to keep pace with their caseload. Out of approximately 1.4 lakh rape and POCSO cases handled last year, only around 66,500 were successfully disposed of. This means fewer than half of all cases reached a conclusion, leaving a growing backlog of roughly 2.5 lakh pending cases. The mounting pendency raises serious concerns about timely justice for survivors of sexual crimes. The situation undermines the original purpose of fast-track courts, which were established to deliver swift verdicts in sensitive cases involving women and children.

Vijay's Jana Nayagan Crosses ₹112 Cr Worldwide Despite 50% Day 2 Drop

Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan recorded a significant 50.5% decline in box office collections on its second day of release. Despite the drop, the film crossed the ₹50 crore mark in India net collections. Worldwide gross earnings have surpassed ₹112 crore since its release. The Tamil version of the film accounts for the majority of its total earnings. Tamil Nadu continues to be the strongest performing market for the movie.

Mohan Bhagwat: Knowledge on Hindu gods should be part of school textbooks

Supreme Court Pushes Govt to Submit Plan for NEET Overhaul by August 3

The Supreme Court has expressed its commitment to resolving systemic issues plaguing the NEET examination process. The court indicated it would go to extraordinary lengths to ensure the medical entrance test becomes foolproof. The Indian government responded positively, stating it was prepared to go ten extra miles to address the concerns raised. The court has directed the government to submit a concrete action plan by August 3 to tackle the identified shortcomings in the exam system.

Netanyahu Orders New West Bank Outposts After Clash Kills Six

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday ordered the creation of new settler outposts in the occupied West Bank. The decision came as a retaliatory response following a violent confrontation in the region. The clash resulted in the deaths of two Israelis and four Palestinians. Netanyahu's move signals an escalation of Israeli settlement activity in the disputed territory.

Patrick Mahomes credits family support as key to his NFL success

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has spoken about the role his family plays in his football career. He credits his wife Brittany Mahomes and their children for keeping him grounded through the pressures of professional sport. Mahomes has faced injuries and the demands of balancing athletic life with fatherhood, yet maintains a resilient mindset. He describes family support as his greatest strength, suggesting it has been as important to his success as his on-field talent.

Students' protest: Could breakthrough with Sonam Wangchuk help govt tackle crisis?

US Appeals Court Upholds Block on Trump's $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

A federal appeals court has declined to reinstate a $100,000 H-1B visa fee imposed by the Trump administration, leaving a lower court's block in place. The district court had earlier ruled that the fee exceeded executive branch authority and amounted to an unlawful tax. Democratic attorneys general had challenged the measure, arguing it constituted a new tax created without congressional approval. The appellate panel found that the government had failed to demonstrate a likelihood of success in overturning the lower court's decision.

Commercial vessel attacked in Black Sea, Indian killed

India, Romania looking to build comprehensive partnership: MEA on President Murmu’s state visit

Trump attends rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner at Waldorf Astoria

President Trump attended the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Association dinner on Friday at the Waldorf Astoria hotel. The original April event had been postponed after a shooting incident occurred outside the planned venue. Trump addressed journalists from major news organizations despite months of public clashes with the media. The annual dinner traditionally celebrates press freedom and raises funds for journalism scholarships. Heightened security measures were put in place for the rescheduled event.