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Indian boxers delivered strong performances at the World Boxing Championship in Liverpool, with Sumit Kundu and Neeraj Phogat advancing to the pre-quarters and Sakshi securing an RSC win in her opener

Angela Rayner resigned as UK Housing Secretary after failing to pay full stamp duty on a new home, breaching the Ministerial Code. PM Keir Starmer appointed David Lammy as Deputy Prime Minister, with a wider Cabinet reshuffle including Yvette Cooper and Shabana Mahmood

A decade-long University of Montreal study shows declawing cats causes irreversible nerve damage, chronic pain, and mobility issues, especially in heavier cats. Despite bans in Europe and Quebec, the practice remains widespread in North America, demanding urgent global prohibition

Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian fashion designer, passed away at 91, prompting global tributes. From Ralph Lauren, Anna Wintour, Donatella Versace to stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Julia Roberts and Russell Crowe, admirers hailed Armani’s elegance, humility, and enduring influence across fashion, film, and culture

On the opening day of competition, Pawan Bartwal (men’s 55kg) kicked off India’s campaign against Brazil’s Michael Douglas Trindade, providing India a winning start

Giorgio Armani, the Italian fashion designer who built a $10 billion empire and defined understated elegance, has died at 91. Armani revolutionized menswear and womenswear, dressed Hollywood stars, and left an enduring legacy in global fashion and lifestyle industries

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India and Singapore share common concerns on terrorism, calling it a duty of all nations to fight it together. He thanked PM Lawrence Wong for condemning the Pahalgam terror attack as the two leaders strengthened bilateral ties in New Delhi.

US President Donald Trump hosted top tech leaders, including Sundar Pichai and Satya Nadella, at the White House, praising their innovation and investment. Discussions focused on AI, U.S. leadership in technology, and multi-billion-dollar commitments from major tech firms

A Boston federal judge ordered the Trump administration to reverse $2.6 billion in research funding cuts to Harvard, ruling they were illegal retaliation. The decision restores grants but faces appeal, as the White House accuses Harvard of failing to address antisemitism

European leaders met in Paris to discuss postwar security guarantees for Ukraine but remain divided, with US support uncertain. While UK and France consider troop deployment under a ceasefire, experts warn risks are high and reliance on Trump makes guarantees fragile

President Donald Trump ordered the destruction of a Venezuelan vessel allegedly carrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing 11 people. Senator Marco Rubio hailed it as a crackdown on cartels, but legal experts questioned its legitimacy under international law.

A new study found extreme hot, dry and windy conditions fueling Iberian wildfires were 40 times more likely due to climate change. Fires in Spain and Portugal killed eight, displaced 35,000, and scorched 640,000 hectares, worsened by rural neglect and poor forestry management

The UNGA marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests, with officials urging a ban on nuclear explosions. Leaders highlighted the CTBT’s success and called for safe use of nuclear technology for peaceful purposes.

Florida announced plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren, becoming the first US state to do so. Officials cite parental choice, but health experts warn the move risks outbreaks of measles and other preventable infectious diseases

India’s Ambassador Vinay Kwatra met US lawmaker Gregory Meeks amid escalating trade tensions. Discussions focused on bilateral ties, tariffs, and Indo-Pacific cooperation, as Trump’s steep duties on Indian imports drew criticism from Democrats.

The Gloria Funicular, a historic Lisbon tourist landmark, derailed near Avenida da Liberdade, killing 15 and injuring 18, five critically. Portugal declared a day of mourning as condolences poured in from global leaders. An investigation will follow rescue operations.

Israel launched the Ofek 19 spy satellite, enhancing surveillance across the Middle East, particularly Iran. Officials call it a strategic asset amid ongoing regional conflicts. The launch supports Israel's intelligence capabilities as it navigates a “seven-front war”

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Beijing for bilateral talks after attending a WWII anniversary parade. Kim reaffirmed North Korea’s support for Russia, calling it a “fraternal duty,” amid ongoing military cooperation

President Donald Trump criticized the US-India trade relationship as “one-sided,” citing high Indian tariffs on American goods. While acknowledging improved ties, he defended steep US tariffs. India called the measures “unjustified,” asserting its right to protect national economic interests

China held a historic military parade in Beijing, unveiling advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles and electronic warfare systems. Marking WWII's 80th anniversary, President Xi emphasized peace and modernization, with global leaders attending amid rising geopolitical tensions and military posturing

India sent 21 tonnes of relief materials to Afghanistan following a 6.0-magnitude earthquake that killed over 1,400 people. Aid includes blankets, tents, medical supplies, and hygiene kits. New Delhi continues monitoring the situation for further assistance.

A suicide bombing near Shahwani Stadium in Quetta killed 14 people and injured 35 following a BNP rally marking Sardar Attaullah Mengal’s death anniversary. Party leaders were unharmed. Authorities have launched an investigation and strengthened security.

Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Bublik 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 to advance to the US Open quarterfinals, where he will face Lorenzo Musetti in an all-Italian men's singles clash for the first time

At least five terrorists were killed and six policemen injured after a suicide car bombing and gunfight at a paramilitary post in Pakistan’s Bannu district, near North Waziristan. Security forces regained control after intense clashes with the militants