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Matcha tea, now from India: Assam estate sells first India-made batch

Chandrayaan-3 Links Lunar Landing Site to First Known Moon Meteorite

India's Pragyan rover, deployed during the Chandrayaan-3 mission, has found lunar soil at the 'Shiv Shakti Station' that closely matches ALHA 81005, the first confirmed Moon meteorite ever identified. The meteorite was originally discovered in Antarctica, and the new findings suggest both samples share a common origin in the Moon's magnesium-rich crust. Scientists believe this material was brought to the surface during the ancient impact event that formed the South Pole-Aitken basin. The discovery offers significant new clues about the Moon's early geological history and formation processes.

VAR Denies Croatia Late Equaliser, Sends Portugal to World Cup Knockouts

Portugal advanced in the FIFA World Cup after defeating Croatia, with Cristiano Ronaldo converting a penalty and Goncalo Ramos adding a stoppage-time header. The match's defining moment came late when Croatia appeared to have levelled the score. However, a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) review overturned the goal, preserving Portugal's lead. The technology, widely used in football to correct clear errors, proved decisive in shaping the outcome of the tie.

ED Auctions Private Jet for Rs 3 Crore in First-Ever Such Sale

India's Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted what is being described as its first-ever auction of a private jet. The aircraft was sold for Rs 3 crore through the government-run MSTC online platform. The auction was carried out by the ED's Hyderabad Zonal Office on July 1, 2026. The sale marks a significant step in the agency's efforts to liquidate seized assets linked to financial crimes.

Ukrainian Woman Suspected in Monaco Bomb Attack Had Male Disguise and Remote Device

A woman identified as Anastasiia Berezovska is suspected of involvement in a bomb attack in Monaco. Authorities have described her as Ukrainian-born with dark hair and a snake tattoo running from her shoulder to elbow on her right arm. She reportedly speaks German and is said to have used a male disguise as part of the alleged plot. A remote-controlled bomb is believed to have been used in the attack. Investigators are actively pursuing the suspect following the incident.

Khatu Shyam rail project: Sundarpura station construction to begin next year; 9 new stations planned to boost connectivity

MP High Court: Judges Must Not Face Threats Over Their Verdicts

A Division Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court has strongly condemned threats made against judicial officers over court verdicts. The bench, comprising Justice Vivek Agarwal and Justice Avnindra Kumar Singh, stated that such threats amount to a direct attack on the justice delivery system. The court emphasized that a judge cannot be intimidated simply because a section of society disagrees with a ruling. The observations reinforce the principle that judicial independence is fundamental to a functioning legal system.

Delhi Police Bust Expired Food Racket, Seize Products Worth Over Rs 20 Lakh

Authorities in Delhi have dismantled a racket involving the sale of expired and near-expiry food products. The accused purchased these items from popular brands at discounted prices due to their approaching or passed expiry dates. Chemical thinners were then used to erase the original manufacturing and expiry date labels on the packaging. The tampered products were likely being resold to unsuspecting consumers at regular market prices. Goods worth more than Rs 20 lakh were seized during the operation.

Maharashtra: Water Tanker Hits Power Line, Two Electrocuted, One Dead

A fatal electrocution incident occurred in Maharashtra when a water tanker came into contact with an overhead power line during a routine water distribution drive. The electric current surged through both the tractor and the tanker upon contact with the live wire. Two individuals were electrocuted as a result of the accident. One of the two victims succumbed to their injuries, while the condition of the other has not been specified.

69-year-old 'luxury conman' arrested after allegedly cheating 300 hotels across India

A 69-year-old man has been arrested in Raipur for allegedly defrauding a luxury hotel of over Rs 63,000 and stealing a laptop. Police say he was inspired by notorious criminal Charles Sobhraj and had been running the scam for nearly 36 years. The accused reportedly checked into high-end hotels across India using false identities, then vanished without settling his bills. Authorities are currently investigating his claims of having targeted close to 300 hotels nationwide.

England bring back Archer, hand Tongue debut for 2nd T20I against India in Manchester

England have made two changes to their playing XI for the second T20I against India at Manchester. Jofra Archer returns to the side, while Josh Tongue earns his first T20I cap. The first match of the series was abandoned due to rain, leaving the series level. India had posted a competitive 189/7 in that match, with Abhishek Sharma and Shreyas Iyer contributing key innings. Both teams will be eager to claim an early series lead when they take the field.

India Holds Firm on Indus Waters Treaty Suspension Amid Pakistan Tensions

India has reaffirmed its position that the Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance, citing Pakistan's continued support for cross-border terrorism as the reason. The statement was made on Thursday, signaling no change in New Delhi's stance despite pressure from Islamabad. India effectively suspended its obligations under the decades-old treaty as a retaliatory measure against Pakistan. The move underscores the deepening strain in bilateral relations between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.

ISRO Headquarters in Bengaluru Receives Second Hoax Bomb Threat in Two Days

ISRO's headquarters in Bengaluru was targeted by a hoax bomb threat on Friday, the second such false alarm within two consecutive days. The threats were directed at India's premier space agency located in the Karnataka capital. Authorities responded to the alert as per standard security protocols. The back-to-back incidents have raised concerns about repeated hoax threats targeting a critical national institution.

Relative of Pakistan Deputy PM Among 4 Arrested in Lahore Gang Rape Case

Pakistani authorities have arrested four men in connection with the alleged gang rape of two foreign women in Lahore. The victims, nationals of the Netherlands and Venezuela, had reportedly met the primary suspect, Muhammad Raza Dar, through a cryptocurrency business in Singapore. The women were allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted after traveling to Pakistan for business purposes. Muhammad Raza Dar is identified as a relative of Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. Investigations into the case are currently ongoing.

Signature Campaign Launched Against Foreign Funding Amendment Bill

A public campaign opposing the Foreign Funding Amendment Bill has been launched across India. Citizens are signing memoranda to register their objection to the proposed legislation. These signed documents are being submitted to the Prime Minister via District Collectors in districts nationwide. The campaign reflects growing grassroots pushback against the bill's proposed changes to foreign funding regulations.

6 years on, new Indore hospital exists only on paper, but staff appointments come thick and fast

Gujarat ATS Arrests 8 Jaish-e-Mohammed Members Over Planned Attack Plot

Gujarat's Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested eight suspected members of the Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed over an alleged plot to carry out attacks. The crackdown was coordinated across multiple locations, including Banaskantha, Patan, and Navsari districts in Gujarat, as well as Dewas in Madhya Pradesh. Authorities acted on intelligence suggesting that attacks were being actively planned by the group. The arrests mark a significant counter-terrorism operation spanning two Indian states.

Lauren McDavid pens emotional farewell as Darnell Nurse departs Edmonton Oilers

Lauren Kyle McDavid, wife of Oilers captain Connor McDavid, shared a heartfelt public message following the trade of defenceman Darnell Nurse away from the Edmonton Oilers. The post was directed at Mikayla Nurse, Darnell's partner, and reflected on the close bond the two families had built over the years. The emotional farewell highlighted how NHL offseason trades affect personal relationships beyond the professional arena. The message offered a rare personal glimpse into the human side of roster moves that are often viewed purely from a sporting perspective.

India orders removal of three Chinese battery apps that could disable e-rickshaws

Indian authorities have directed Google and Apple to remove three Chinese battery management apps — BAT-BMS, Lossigy, and Epoch-i-ion — from their app stores. The apps were allegedly used to remotely shut down battery-operated electric vehicles, including e-rickshaws, on Indian roads. Such interference directly threatened the livelihoods of drivers who depend on these vehicles for their income. The move marks a shift in concerns beyond data privacy to real-world disruption of electric vehicles. The matter is now under further investigation by the relevant authorities.

Mojtaba Khamenei Skips Father's Funeral Amid Fears of US Strikes

Iran is mourning the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during a recent Middle East conflict. His funeral is expected to attract millions of mourners and foreign dignitaries, with security significantly heightened due to fears of potential attacks. His son and presumed successor, Mojtaba Khamenei, was conspicuously absent from the early funeral ceremonies. Burial plans have been postponed over security concerns, with commemorative events planned across both Iran and Iraq.