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A viral video proved crucial in recovering the knife used in a Mumbai local train stabbing. A hotel manager alerted police after his staff found the weapon, leading to its recovery. The accused, arrested for fatally stabbing a co-passenger after an argument, had his custody extended until July 6. Investigators are probing the motive and whether the knife was used previously.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in trading for Columbus Blue Jackets’ defenseman Zach Werenski, who had a Norris Trophy-winning campaign, according to reports. The price for such a move would be massive, say NHL analysts, and Auston Matthews' friendship with Werenski has become another talking point surrounding Toronto's pursuit of the star defenseman.

A Hindu law student and temple priest, Subhash Deuri, was allegedly abducted and assaulted in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Unidentified men held him captive, subjected him to torture, and forced him to arrange ransom payments. He was later found unconscious and hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the motive behind the incident, with no police complaint yet lodged.

Appearing for the Centre, Attorney General R Venkataramani argued that any judicial intervention in the allocation process at this stage could unsettle the government's national ethanol blending policy. He submitted that the 20 per cent ethanol blending programme remained an ongoing experiment and that its impact would become clearer by next year, reported news agency PTI.

Iran has confidently declared its readiness to maintain order in the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that foreign intervention is unnecessary and could destabilize the region. Furthermore, discussions with the US, arranged by Qatar, are expected to focus on the existing interim agreement rather than on new negotiations for a final settlement. Ongoing dialogue with Washington occurs through established political channels.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's political influence is growing, but a presidential bid remains out of reach. Despite meeting the age and residency requirements, the Constitution's natural-born citizen clause disqualifies him, as he was born in Uganda. Mamdani, however, expressed contentment with the current constitutional framework, emphasizing his focus on New York City.

India's economy shows resilience despite global turbulence, with an interim Iran-US peace deal potentially boosting supply chains and easing geopolitical pressures, according to the RBI's Financial Stability Report. While macroeconomic fundamentals are strong, the nation remains vulnerable to imported energy price shocks. The report highlights sustained economic activity but warns of inflation risks from supply disruptions and potential fiscal deficit pressures.

Meta has defended its contractors posing as teenagers to test rival AI chatbots on sensitive topics like suicide and drugs. The company claims this is standard practice for ensuring AI safety and age-appropriateness, though rivals like OpenAI, Google, and Character. AI deny authorizing such testing. The project reportedly involved thousands of prompts and images, raising questions about data usage and AI safety protocols.

A Mumbai mother defied dire predictions after her son Vihaan's autism diagnosis, refusing to let it define his potential. Despite early struggles with communication and societal judgment, Sayuri Dalvi's unwavering support and focus on shared activities like running helped Vihaan thrive. Now 21, he drives, writes, and inspires thousands, proving that limitations are often societal, not inherent.

Lohagad Fort was temporarily closed Tuesday as police investigate the Ketan Agarwal murder. Accused Chetan Chaudhary will undergo forensic gait analysis to verify his presence at the fort on the day of the incident. Investigators also plan a fresh crime scene reconstruction with Chaudhary and hope to recover his alleged attire. Both Chaudhary and co-accused Siya Goyal are in police custody until July 3.

Europe, once crafted to stay warm during harsh winters, now grapples with a grim new challenge: relentless heatwaves. Buildings that sheltered against frosty temperatures have turned into sweltering traps, revealing a serious flaw in adapting to intense summer heat. With infrastructure buckling under record temperatures and a surge in heat-related fatalities, a fundamental reevaluation of urban planning is desperately needed to face an increasingly hotter reality.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has exited New York City real estate at a steep loss, selling his stake in struggling landlord A&E Real Estate for just six cents on the dollar. The Bloomberg-reported sale lands as Mayor Zohran Mamdani's rent freeze on one million rent-stabilized apartments squeezes landlords already battered by 2019 rent laws, soaring costs and mounting unpaid rent.

Indian equity markets dipped Tuesday, with IT stocks leading the decline. However, electric vehicle companies surged following Delhi's new EV policy, signaling a boost for clean mobility. While benchmarks faltered, mid- and small-cap segments showed resilience. Analysts suggest the market is in a consolidation phase, with positive long-term prospects for EV adoption despite broader caution.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the Round of 32 stage. This is the first knockout round of the expanded 48-team tournament. Fans around the world are ready for some of the biggest matches of the competition. Every game is now a win-or-go-home contest. The Round of 32 matches are being played from June 28 to July 3.

A Pune realtor's tragic fall from Lohagad Fort has led to the arrest of his fiancée and her alleged paramour, believed to be involved in his death. Reports indicate that the victim had voiced concerns regarding infidelity and was troubled by his fiancée's actions before the fatal incident. Ignoring family warnings about her history due to their connections, the investigation now delves deeper into this suspected murder case.

A consumer's fight against BSNL has been vindicated by the Madhya Pradesh State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. The commission upheld an order for BSNL to restore a landline connection and pay Rs 15,000 in compensation. BSNL failed to provide evidence for its claims of cable damage and inability to repair, leading the commission to dismiss their appeal as baseless.

A four-year-old boy, Nirbhay, tragically fell into a 220-foot-deep borewell in Ambala's Dhanaura village while playing near his father. Rescue operations involving NDRF, SDRF, and the Army are underway. The incident occurred around 6:30 am when the child was reportedly throwing soil into the open borewell and slipped. Authorities were alerted after initial rescue attempts by family and locals failed.

On Tuesday afternoon, a fire incident occurred at the Parikrama Restaurant on Barakhamba Road in central Delhi, prompting an urgent reaction from emergency crews. The Delhi Fire Service effectively controlled the fire, ensuring there were no reports of injuries. The initial outbreak took place at approximately 3:40 pm, and further details will be provided as the investigation unfolds.

Former India captain Ajay Jadeja lauded Ben Stokes' retirement, calling it the "right call" and a testament to his refusal to be dictated by external forces. Jadeja admired Stokes' principled stand, suggesting the all-rounder wouldn't tolerate administrators controlling his personal life. Meanwhile, Sanjay Manjrekar expressed sadness, calling Stokes' departure an "end of an era" and highlighting his match-winning prowess on the big stage.

The incident took place near Heritage Pride and was reported to the Mumbai Fire Brigade at 2.58 pm. Fire brigade personnel, police, a 108 ambulance and BMC ward staff rushed to the spot and carried out a rescue operation. Officials said all 15 students were travelling in the Universal High School van when the tree was uprooted and fell on the vehicle.