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The upcoming World Championships will showcase the newly revamped venue promised by the Badminton Association of India. With all prior issues from the India Open being resolved, the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium has received comprehensive upgrades. Malaysian lighting specialists have been engaged to ensure stellar conditions. Anticipation builds for what is expected to be the most remarkable BWF World Championships India has ever hosted.

Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay, is currently facing a natural decrease in ticket sales. Despite this, its overall box office performance is commendable, with lifetime collections soaring beyond Rs 214 crore in India and over Rs 300 crore globally. The action film is anticipated to continue screening in cinemas for at least another week.

A year since the whole penal tariff cycle began - India now faces uncertainty related to its Russian crude purchases. A new Russia related sanctions bill in the US may see the light of the day if passed this year implying that Trump would have the power to impose tariffs on India again.

FIFA has recognised and apologised for the mismanagement of its World Cup commercialisation strategy. Senior officials expressed unwavering support for president Gianni Infantino despite the plan's retraction. As criticism escalates from various football entities, the European Leagues association deems the plan perilous, calling for reforms in governance.

In a significant move, the Trump administration has reimbursed nearly one hundred billion dollars in tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled against wide-ranging duties. By July, around sixty percent of these tariffs were refunded to importers. The court's decision emphasized that the existing law did not provide blanket authority for imposing tariffs. Moving forward, Trump is leveraging alternative legal channels to impose new tariffs.

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc is just one wicket away from equaling the legendary Kapil Dev's career tally. As he sets his sights on surpassing Dale Steyn's remarkable wicket record, Starc emphasises the importance of continuous improvement over personal achievements. This mindset has played a crucial role in his enduring success on the field.

Following extensive operations in the Middle East, US interceptor missile stockpiles are under examination. Defense experts point to dwindling supplies of both Patriot and THAAD systems. In response, President Trump emphasizes that the US has sufficient munitions and is ramping up production. To address this, the Pentagon is launching multi-billion-dollar contracts to enhance missile manufacturing, aiming to replenish essential components and boost output.

For sale is the childhood home of Neil Armstrong in Wapakoneta, Ohio, a historic two-storey residence that has been lovingly preserved for nearly forty years. This house boasts many original features that tie it to the first man on the Moon, making it a site of interest for history buffs and space enthusiasts alike. The current owner hopes the new buyer will continue to honor its significant legacy.

Assam's flood death toll has climbed to ninety-five, with over 1.6 lakh people affected. Six more deaths were reported on Wednesday, primarily in Sivasagar district. Authorities have established over one hundred relief camps for displaced residents seeking shelter. Floodwaters have submerged thousands of hectares of cropland and damaged public infrastructure.

The Bombay high court convicted Tarun Tejpal of rape and outraging modesty. This verdict overturned his previous acquittal by a Goa sessions court. Tejpal stated he is a political victim and will appeal the high court's decision. Former investigating officer and Advocate General welcomed the judgment for justice. The case involved allegations from a junior colleague in 2013.

MCX Gold has breached from its consolidation and is heading toward the recent swing highs, pointing to an intermediate bullish move underway. Silver has stepped out of its consolidation and is now aligning with the base trend, a near-term recovery looks well on the cards. Much like gold’s positive trend, silver is expected to hold its positive bias and push higher from current levels.

Coach Gautam Gambhir urged the Indian Test squad for complete preparation against Sri Lanka. The team began training and will play a warm-up match before the first Test. Several frontline batters are working on their game against spin bowling. Newcomers Saransh Jain and Auqib Nabi were welcomed to the squad.