India
Tiger Shroff pulls out of Durand Cup due to last-minute work commitment
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff will not play for Mumbai FC in the Durand Cup after a scheduling conflict arose. He had been included in the club's squad on July 28, raising hopes of a competitive debut. However, a last-minute professional commitment has made it impossible for him to travel to Shillong for the match. Shroff himself acknowledged the situation, calling it unfortunate.
Trump Counters Iran's Compensation Demand With One of His Own
Former U.S. President Donald Trump responded to Iran's demand for war damages compensation with a counterclaim of his own. In a post on Truth Social, Trump called Iran's compensation request an 'interesting idea.' He indicated he would similarly seek compensation from Iran for damages incurred over the past five months of conflict. Trump's remarks signal a tit-for-tat posture as diplomatic tensions between the two nations continue.

Bengaluru Man Kills Two Young Daughters Before Attempting Suicide
A 40-year-old Bengaluru man named SG Imran allegedly killed his two daughters, aged 10 and 5, before attempting to take his own life. The bodies of the girls were discovered metres apart from where Imran was found in the toilet with a slit neck. Authorities were alerted to the scene following the grim discovery at the family's residence. Imran reportedly indicated he did not want his children to grow up with their mother, suggesting a domestic dispute as a possible motive.

Jharkhand Police Use Lathis and Tear Gas to Halt March Toward Assembly
Police in Jharkhand used lathis and tear gas to stop a protest march heading toward the state assembly. The demonstration was part of an organized agitation, with a large group of protesters attempting to advance toward the legislative building. Authorities intervened to prevent the marchers from reaching the assembly premises. The situation turned violent, with protesters allegedly pelting stones at police, leaving three to four officers injured, according to the Superintendent of Police.
Punjab Govt Tables Two Bills as Employee Unions Keep Up Protest Pressure
The Punjab government has introduced two new bills amid ongoing protests by state employee unions. Workers have repeatedly demonstrated against the Mann administration over issues including regularisation of jobs, salary disputes, and service conditions. Unions have also criticised the government for police action taken during some of the agitations. The bills appear to be a legislative move by the government to shift public attention away from the employee unrest.

Inside Tom Brady's luxury empire: Cars, watches, mansions and sports stakes
Tom Brady, widely regarded as one of the greatest NFL players of all time, built his success from humble beginnings and numerous early career challenges. Over the course of his professional football journey, Brady accumulated significant wealth and status. He now owns an impressive portfolio that includes high-end luxury vehicles, premium timepieces, and multiple lavish properties. Beyond material assets, Brady also holds notable ownership stakes in sports franchises, reflecting his influence beyond the playing field.
BJP Calls Jharkhand Bandh Over Police Lathi-Charge on Students
The Bharatiya Janata Party has called for a statewide bandh in Jharkhand on Tuesday in response to a police lathi-charge on students. BJP state president Aditya Sahu announced that the shutdown will remain in effect from 8 am until midnight. The protest action reflects the party's condemnation of the use of force against the students. The bandh is intended to press authorities to take accountability for the police action.

Shedeur Sanders faces QB battle pressure as Browns competition remains open
Former NFL cornerback Asante Samuel has acknowledged that Shedeur Sanders is improving but pointed out persistent habits that could cost him the starting quarterback role with the Cleveland Browns. Samuel's remarks followed a notable development in which Deshaun Watson took first-team practice reps, raising questions about Sanders' standing. The criticism drew added attention due to Samuel's previously documented feud with Sanders' father, Deion Sanders. Despite the speculation, Browns offensive coordinator Todd Monken has not declared an end to the quarterback competition. The battle for the starting position therefore remains officially unresolved.
Govt rules out wider use of ethanol-blended diesel after safety tests fail
India's public sector oil companies have tested ethanol-blended diesel and found it fails safety specifications, primarily due to a significant drop in flash point. The government has ruled out broader adoption of the blend for the time being based on these findings. India continues to expand ethanol blending in petrol and is also exploring its potential as a cooking fuel. Oil marketing companies have already procured large quantities of ethanol for blending purposes. Future decisions regarding petrol blending will be guided by ongoing scientific and technical studies.





