Times of India

The ministry of external affairs on Monday strongly condemned Pakistan's air strikes and military operations on Afghan territory, describing them as a "blatant act of aggression", after the attacks reportedly killed dozens of civilians, including women and children. Pakistan claims the operations targeted militants, while Afghanistan decried the strikes as "cowardly" and "brutal".

South Asian fitness expert Zee Ali shed an impressive 25 kg in 24 weeks at 46, attributing his success to a simple, sustainable lifestyle change. He emphasized a high-protein diet (180-200g daily) to preserve muscle and curb cravings, alongside meticulous daily planning for meals, exercise, and sleep. Prioritizing 10:30 pm bedtime and 3-4 liters of water daily were key, proving that significant weight loss doesn't require extreme measures.

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary has questioned who will take responsibility for India's 2-0 T20I series defeat to Ireland, arguing that captain Shreyas Iyer should not be made the sole scapegoat. Tiwary urged critics to "address the elephant in the room," indirectly pointing towards the team management and coaching staff led by Gautam Gambhir for the disappointing result.

Russian frontline soldiers reportedly face a grim reality, with survival times as short as 20-35 minutes amidst intense drone warfare and infantry assaults. Pro-war bloggers highlight the rapid deployment of troops and the devastating impact of Ukrainian long-range strikes on Russian infrastructure, including a recent refinery fire. This escalating conflict is reshaping combat and increasing pressure on Moscow.

Calling the arrest of eight people in the case "only a glimpse", Congress leader Pawan Khera targeted those "protecting" the people behind the alleged fund embezzlement. Khera tweaked the RSS-BJP's popular Ram Mandir movement slogan in a piercing attack, saying, "Ayodhya ki loot jhanki hai, Kashi-Mathura abhi baaki hai (the alleged loot in Ayodhya was only a glimpse, Kashi and Mathura were yet to come)".

The West Bengal assembly on Monday passed the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, with 176 members voting in its favour and 41 against it.

A severe heatwave gripping Europe has claimed over 1,300 lives since June 21, with France reporting nearly 1,000 excess deaths and 74 drownings. Nations like Germany, the Czech Republic, and Poland have shattered temperature records. This extreme heat, amplified by an Omega Block weather pattern, is straining infrastructure and highlighting the vulnerability of European buildings not designed for such sustained warmth.

Investigators are scrutinizing the days leading up to realtor Ketan Agarwal's alleged murder, focusing on his relationship with fiancée Siya Goyal. A planned Bali trip was disrupted when Ketan's passport vanished, with police suspecting Siya's involvement due to opposition from Chetan Chaudhary, with whom she allegedly had a relationship. Both Siya and Chaudhary are arrested, accused of plotting Agarwal's murder.

MacKenzie Scott's substantial charitable donations, totaling over $26 billion, have drawn criticism from figures like Katie Miller and Elon Musk. Miller specifically pointed to Scott's funding of progressive causes, including Planned Parenthood and racial justice groups. Scott, who received a significant Amazon stake in her divorce, has pledged to donate the majority of her wealth, supporting diverse non-profits across education, healthcare, and climate initiatives.

CM Adhikari announced that a draft UCC Bill will be placed before the state cabinet on July 2. The bill will be tabled in the assembly later, he said. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a common civil framework governing marriage, divorce, inheritance and adoption irrespective of religion. Ahead of the introduction of the Bill, state BJP chief Samik Bhattacharya asserted that constitutionally protected tribal communities would remain outside its ambit.

Uruguay's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended disastrously as the two-time champions finished bottom of Group H without a win, losing to Spain after draws against Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia. Reports revealed internal tensions, with players questioning coach Marcelo Bielsa's methods. The federation allegedly cancelled the team's charter flight home, while Bielsa admitted his three-year tenure had "left nothing" due to poor results.

Axis Bank's Chief Financial Officer, Puneet Sharma, has resigned, stepping down on Sunday, June 28, but will continue until August 31. Sharma, who joined in March 2020, oversaw finance, legal, and investor relations, during which the bank's stock nearly doubled. He is leaving to pursue new professional opportunities. Sharma brings over two decades of finance experience from previous roles at Tata Capital and Citibank.

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal criticised the BJP government, alleging corruption and betrayal of faith regarding Ram Temple donations. He urged voters to oust the ruling party, citing broken promises and the "Achhe Din" slogan as false. This comes as an SIT investigates alleged embezzlement, leading to eight arrests. The Supreme Court will hear a related petition in July.

Three companies that make nearly all the world's memory chips—Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron—face a US class action lawsuit accusing them of restricting DRAM supply to inflate prices. Filed in California, the complaint alleges the trio cut DDR3 and DDR4 output, pivoted to pricey AI-focused HBM, and gouged consumers. It marks the third such price-fixing cycle among the same firms.

Champat Rai's brother Sunil Bansal said his brother began professional career as a teacher in Rohtak during 1970-71 before joining RSM Degree College in Dhampur as a physics lecturer in 1972. His remarks came after Champat Rai resigned as the trust's general secretary amid allegations of large-scale embezzlement of devotees' donations, with questions being raised over his alleged role in the matter.

Prime Minister Modi's Seychelles visit bolstered India's defence diplomacy, gifting the patrol vessel 'Lespwar' and other crucial assets. This move, part of the MAHASAGAR initiative, reinforces India's commitment as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean. The donation strengthens Seychelles' maritime capabilities and deepens collective security amidst growing regional geopolitical shifts, mirroring India's broader strategy of empowering partner nations with indigenous defence equipment.

India's industrial activity showed robust growth in May 2026, with the IIP climbing 5.1% year-on-year, driven by strong manufacturing and electricity output. Capital goods led the expansion, surging 12.9%. The Ministry of Statistics also announced a significant methodological shift, replacing WPI with Output PPI for a more accurate real output estimation, aligning with global standards.