Month: June 2026

Deniz Undav produced a decisive late intervention as Germany secured a dramatic victory over Ivory Coast in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The forward scored a crucial 94th-minute winner after earlier finding the equaliser in a tense encounter. The Stuttgart forward’s brace changed the direction of a match in which Ivory Coast’s intensity and defensive organisation repeatedly frustrated the four-time champions.

A diplomatic row between US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has escalated after the Italian leader publicly responded to Trump’s latest remarks about her and accused him of launching “senseless” attacks.

With the NEET UG 2026 re-examination scheduled for June 21, authorities across the country have stepped up security and logistical arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of one of India’s biggest entrance examinations. From additional police deployment and CCTV surveillance to transport assistance and medical support, preparations have been intensified at examination centres nationwide.

Iran’s joint military command on Saturday confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and US “bad faith” and “its clear breach of its commitments” by failing to end the war. The statement on state television also warned that “if the aggression continues, subsequent steps have been planned.” Ships had begun transiting the strait after the interim US-Iran agreement was signed earlier in the week.

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is set to marry his partner Gauri Spratt in a private registered ceremony at his Mumbai home in the first week of July.

India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra booked his place at the upcoming Commonwealth Games after producing a throw of 82.77m during the Doha Diamond League on Friday, clearing the qualification standard in his first competition of the 2026 season.

A political confrontation broke out at Kolkata Airport on Friday after supporters of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) allegedly engaged in a scuffle ahead of the arrival of TMC National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee from Delhi. According to reports, BJP supporters had gathered at the airport carrying eggs after learning about Banerjee’s scheduled arrival. The situation soon escalated into a heated altercation, with members of both groups allegedly involved in physical clashes. Videos of the incident have surfaced, showing supporters from the two rival parties pushing and…

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Shiv Sena (UBT) faction leader Uddhav Thackeray locked horns on Shiv Sena Foundation Day in Mumbai and took jibe at each other. While Eknath said some people are trying to weaken his faction, Uddhav said some people might have expected to see a broken Shiv Sainik, but that is not the case at all. It should be noted that on the occasion of Shiv Sena’s 60th foundation day, both factions of the party held separate rallies in Mumbai.

The makers of The Paradise have finally unveiled Raghav Juyal’s first look from the film, and it’s safe to say the actor is stepping into uncharted territory. Playing Vikram Maalik, Raghav appears fierce, intense and completely unlike anything audiences have seen from him before.

A fresh diplomatic controversy has erupted between US President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after the former claimed that the Italian leader had “begged” him for a photograph during the recent G7 Summit in France. Meloni strongly rejected Trump’s claim, calling it “completely made up” and expressing disappointment over the remarks. This comes despite recent efforts by both leaders to stabilise ties following disagreements earlier this year, particularly over developments linked to the Iran conflict.