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Star batter Phoebe Litchfield is on track to return from a quad injury for Australia’s high-stakes T20 World Cup clash against India at Lord's, handing head coach Shelley Nitschke a major selection headache

Hyderabad-based Velvet Seats is redefining social gatherings with invite-only, curated experiences. Founded by Sri Varsha Kasam, the club organises intimate events including drives, workshops and shared meals to help strangers build meaningful connections through carefully designed interactions.

Civil society organisations have questioned Telangana government’s proposed Hyderabad Metro takeover from L&T, raising concerns over financial viability and passenger benefits. They urged greater investment in city buses and MMTS, while officials defended Metro expansion citing long-term transport needs.

Hyderabad is likely to witness moderate rains, thunderstorms and gusty winds on Thursday evening and night, according to the IMD. A yellow alert has been issued across Telangana, with heavy rainfall warnings for isolated places in four districts.

The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall alert for over a dozen Tamil Nadu districts starting June 28 due to an intensifying southwest monsoon. Fishermen have been warned against venturing into the squally southwest Bay of Bengal

ASICS India has joined forces with the Rohan Bopanna Tennis Academy to cultivate youth tennis talent. The partnership integrates advanced sports technology, masterclasses, and specialized high-performance training camps to establish structured developmental pathways for young Indian athletes

Gold and silver prices witnessed sharp intraday volatility on Thursday as investors assessed prospects of further US Federal Reserve rate hikes, a stronger dollar and easing geopolitical tensions. Analysts said bullion remained under pressure despite intermittent buying, with markets awaiting key US inflation data.

The Patna Civil Court deferred the anticipatory bail hearing of educator Khan Sir until June 27 due to an incomplete police case diary. Meanwhile, two associates of rival coaching director Roshan Anand were granted unconditional bail from Beur Jail

YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy targeted the TDP-led Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday, citing a sharp drop in bank credit to Self-Help Groups. He accused the ruling alliance of defaulting on its ₹6,000 crore interest subvention poll promise to women

FIFA has suspended the All Nepal Football Association with immediate effect, citing flagrant third-party statutory violations. The sweeping international ban blocks Nepal’s national teams, clubs, and sports officials from global tournaments, developmental programs, and financial grants

As India kicks off a new T20I era under Shreyas Iyer against Ireland in Belfast, head coach Gautam Gambhir faces a selection headache: whether to debut 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi or stick with World Cup-winning openers

Sunil Chhetri praised Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for maintaining elite standards well into their careers, saying their hunger remains unmatched. The Indian football legend also lauded emerging stars such as Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

A 24-year-old woman died by suicide in Delhi's Nangloi, leaving behind two videos alleging severe harassment by her husband and in-laws. Police have registered a case against the husband following an SDM inquest and family statements

Indian shuttlers enjoyed a dominant opening night at the US Open in Fullerton, as Kidambi Srikanth, Tanvi Sharma, and Devika Sihag registered straight-game victories to sail into the second round of their respective singles and doubles events

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has started a two-day tour of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Her itinerary focuses on public outreach, highlighting women's empowerment through a book launch in Kanchipuram, alongside inaugurating key heritage and water restoration projects

The IOC has announced a $10,000 ‘Fit for the Future Olympian Grant’ for every eligible Olympian beginning with the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. The initiative aims to support athletes’ sporting careers and career transitions, with $140 million allocated per Olympiad.

Co-hosts Mexico dismantled Czechia 3-0 in Mexico City to secure a perfect group-stage record at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Goals from Chavez, Quinones, and Fidalgo, alongside a historic Guillermo Ochoa appearance, eliminated Czechia and sealed El Tri's historic run

India's Vanshika Chaudhary and Shiva Narwal clinched the silver medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team Junior event at the ISSF Junior World Championship, pushing India's table-topping tally to 16 medals

The CBI conducted coordinated searches at over 80 locations across 16 states, including Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, under Operation Chakra-VI targeting digital arrest scams. Two persons were arrested for allegedly operating shell companies and mule accounts used to launder fraudulent proceeds.

The Shiv Sena (UBT) has strongly criticized the Mahayuti government for tabling Rs.97,706.40 crore in supplementary demands shortly after the state budget. A Saamana editorial warned that reckless spending has pushed Maharashtra’s total public debt near Rs.11 lakh crore

Top tennis stars will restrict their post-match Wimbledon media appearances to 15 minutes. Despite a 20% prize money hike, players are protesting revenue-sharing models, noting their 14.4% share falls below what players received a decade ago

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan marked Samvidhan Hatya Diwas on Thursday, stating that constitutional values were severely tested during the 1975 Emergency. Meanwhile, the BJP held nationwide programs reflecting on the suspension of civil liberties during the 21-month period

Venezuela declared a nationwide State of Emergency after twin earthquakes measuring 7.1 and 7.5 struck near Moron, causing building collapses and infrastructure damage. Authorities closed Maiquetia airport and launched rescue operations as aftershock fears persisted.

At least 32 people were killed and 700 injured after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela. Authorities declared a state of emergency, closed the country's main airport and launched large-scale rescue operations amid fears the toll could rise.