Times of India

Lionel Messi revealed that his emotional reaction after Argentina’s World Cup win was unrelated to football. According to comments made by journalist Eduardo Feinmann on Radio Mitre, concerns about the health of Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, may have been behind the tears. Despite the personal situation, Messi starred in Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria.

G7 leaders are uniting to lessen reliance on China for vital minerals, essential for defense and green tech. Plans include coordinated stockpiling, enhanced recycling, and a new platform with the IEA. The goal is to significantly cut dependence on single suppliers by 2030, fostering more secure global supply chains.

A newlywed woman died under suspicious circumstances in Etawah, three months after her marriage. Her family alleges murder by her in-laws, claiming she was strangled and then hanged. Police have taken the father-in-law into custody, while the husband and mother-in-law are at large and being sought.

A Kanpur woman allegedly stabbed her husband to death after a dispute over her phone call with her boyfriend. The husband confronted her, and during the argument, the boyfriend reportedly told her to "Finish your husband." The woman attacked him multiple times with a knife, leading to his death 11 days later in the hospital.

President Trump, facing criticism for a potential Iran deal, declared himself "the boss" while threatening renewed military action. Critics argue the proposed Memorandum of Understanding offers Iran significant concessions, including sanctions relief and asset unfreezing, in exchange for vague nuclear assurances. This has sparked domestic debate and bipartisan opposition in Congress.

Smriti Mandhana scripted history by becoming the first player across men's and women's T20Is to hit 600 fours. The India vice-captain struck 74 off 47 balls and, alongside Shafali Verma (55), added 115 runs for the opening wicket against the Netherlands. Late cameos from Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma helped India post a record Women's T20 World Cup total of 209/5.

The government has increased ceiling prices for BCG, Measles, and Measles-Rubella vaccines by approximately 21%. This decision follows a review after the Serum Institute of India appealed an earlier pricing order. The revision aims to address the manufacturer's concerns and ensure continued availability of these vital public health vaccines easily.

Taylor Swift’s 2023 saw rapid romantic relationship with Matty Healy following her painful Joe Alwyn breakup. It was the Eras Tour that provided her solace. Her album The Tortured Poets Department reportedly draws parallels to her Healy romance. While The Life of a Showgirl celebrates her current happily ever after with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. She calls him her happiness.

The upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Jharkhand are shaping up to be a nail-biter. The INDIA bloc, boasting 56 MLAs, appears to have the upper hand with a potential for two seats, but the BJP, rallying behind an independent candidate, is poised to sow discord through cross-voting, reminiscent of previous electoral surprises in Bihar and Odisha.

A violent sand mining turf war in Chhattisgarh's Koriya district resulted in a triple murder. A BJP functionary was burnt alive in a luxury SUV, with two others dying from injuries after a suspected planned ambush. Police are investigating the escalating tensions between rival groups involved in the sand business.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the show with a sensational diving catch to dismiss Khalid Taniwal during India A's Tri-Nation Series clash against Afghanistan A. The 15-year-old's athletic effort helped India A tighten their grip on the match, which they eventually won by 101 runs to seal a place in the final, with Nishant Sindhu starring with four wickets.

The US Department of Justice has backed Elon Musk's xAI in a lawsuit concerning natural gas turbines, arguing their operation is crucial for national security and AI innovation supporting military operations. The DOJ's intervention supports xAI against a NAACP lawsuit alleging Clean Air Act violations due to unpermitted turbine use and potential health risks.