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Lionel Messi revealed he burst into tears after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Egypt because he was angry with himself for missing a penalty earlier in the match.

Deepika Padukone's latest Hilton ad has won praise from fans, with the actor seen dancing through a luxurious hotel in a chic blue pantsuit. Deepika filmed this during her second pregnancy, with fans applauding her for continuing to work while expecting her second child.

The University of Jammu has directed all its departments to review their library collections within seven days after the controversial book Personalities and Legends of J&K, recently banned by the J&K government for allegedly glorifying terrorists and separatists, was found in the Department of Political Science library.

A flash flood triggered by heavy rainfall caused extensive damage in Thathri town of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, damaging houses, shops and vehicles while blocking National Highway-244. Although no casualties were reported, the Kishtwar administration suspended the Shri Machail Mata Yatra due to highway disruption.

Nothing Phone (4b) tries to win with a familiar design and a clean software experience, making a strong first impression. Can it cut through the fierce competition, though?

OpenAI said it has restored core functionality but acknowledged that some issues remain and is working to fully resolve them. The outage comes weeks after Elon Musk-owned X also faced a widespread service disruption.

Anshula Kapoor's pre-wedding festivities grabbed attention after her kaleera landed on Arjun Kapoor and Shanaya Kapoor. However, it was Anshula's emotional walk down the aisle with father Boney Kapoor and brother Arjun Kapoor that became the most heartwarming moment of the wedding celebrations.

Amitabh Bachchan enquired about Ayodhya land at 3 am, transferred 15 crore next day.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday conferred the country's highest civilian honour, the Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Amitabh Bachchan faced backlash on social media after sharing a post about France national football team during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Critics accused the veteran actor of making a racist remark about the team's composition, sparking widespread debate online over race, nationality and representation in football.

The investigation into the controversial book Personalities and Legends of J&K has intensified, with one of its authors, Hilal Ahmed, still untraceable. Police have invoked the UAPA, raided the publisher's office, and expanded the probe to examine other publications after the textbook allegedly glorified terrorists and reproduced content from Pakistani propaganda material.

Sunita Ahuja's unfiltered language and fiery outbursts on Lock Upp Season 2 have gone viral, and netizens questioned how Govinda puts up with her behaviour. In the upcoming episode, Sunita is also seen taking on wildcard contestant Shilpa Shinde, hitting back with a sharp response during a heated exchange.

Niti Taylor opened up about surviving an abusive relationship during her appearance on the reality show The Alliance, revealing that her former boyfriend physically assaulted her, burned her with a cigarette and left her with a permanent scar.

Explore Realm by Vaishali, a contemporary luxury fashion label redefining occasionwear with avant-garde silhouettes, immaculate tailoring, and daring, non-traditional designs.

NTA has urged NEET UG 2026 candidates to update or confirm their bank account details by July 7, 2026 (11:50 p.m.) to receive their exam fee refund. The refund process has already begun for candidates who have verified their bank details, while those who miss the deadline may not receive their refunds.

Seeman warned the film's team against portraying Lord Murugan as having been born in northern India. He also alleged that communities that lack distinct identities, cultural elements, worship methods and divine traditions had historically appropriated Tamil deities

Diljit Dosanjh and Arjun Rampal's controversial film Satluj has been removed from ZEE5 in India just two days after its OTT release. In an official statement, ZEE5 said the film has been temporarily paused due to current developments while reaffirming its support for the film and its creative vision

Replacing MGNREGA from July 1, the scheme has been rolled out nationwide without major issues, with Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Rajasthan leading in generating employment. Chouhan said wages have been increased by around 10 per cent, with a minimum daily wage of 300.

A video from the wedding, shared by Irfan Pathan, captured the couple exchanging vows, dancing together and Aamir kissing Gauri and her son. After the wedding, Aamir greeted the media outside his residence and thanked the paparazzi.

A month after Pakistan banned the Jammu and Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JKJAAC), unrest has intensified across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). Fresh protests, mass arrests, and viral speeches by JKJAAC leaders have fuelled anti-Pakistan sentiment, with activists accusing Islamabad of suppressing civil rights and intensifying its crackdown ahead of the region's upcoming elections.

The Congress-National Conference alliance has come under fresh strain after J&K Congress president Tariq Hamid Karra wrote to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, seeking action over the alleged assault on Congress MLA Nizam-ud-Din Bhat by National Conference workers. The incident in Bandipora has intensified concerns over growing tensions between the coalition partners.

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt registered their marriage on Sunday, July 5, in an intimate ceremony at the actor's Bandra residence, attended by family and close friends. Their first wedding photo shows the newlyweds twinning in elegant white outfits.

Akanksha Chamola opened up about being bisexual on Lock Upp Season 2 after fellow contestant Shreya Kalra exposed her secret, costing her a lifeline in the game. Akanksha shared that she had relationships with women before marrying Gaurav Khanna.

Sohail Khan spoke about Salim Khan's health scare on reality show 'The Alliance'. Brother Salman Khan cheered for him on social media.

Kareena Kapoor Khan heaps praise on sister-in-law Alia Bhatt's 'Alpha', Samay Raina comes up with a thoughtful gift.

Boney Kapoor's daughter, Anshula Kapoor, is all set to marry Rohan Thakkar on July 6. Ahead of the wedding, the Kapoor family hosted an intimate mehendi ceremony for the bride-to-be, with Sonam Kapoor giving fans a glimpse of the celebrations by sharing inside videos on social media.

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh's much awaited 'Alpha' is here. Take a look at what the audience has to say about YRF's first female spy action film.

The J&K government has banned two controversial books from government school libraries after they were found to contain content allegedly glorifying convicted terrorist Maqbool Bhat and several separatist leaders. The government has suspended eight School Education Department officials, ordered a high-level inquiry, blacklisted the authors and publishers, and directed the immediate withdrawal of the books from schools.

Trump said America's founding principles of liberty and individual freedom were incompatible with communist ideology. He honoured veterans of the Korean War and Cold War, saying their sacrifices defeated communism abroad and warning against its return at home.

A woman in Agra has been arrested for allegedly murdering her husband, Surendra Sharma (45), and burying his body beneath the bathroom floor of their home before covering it with concrete. Police recovered the body around 45 days after he went missing, despite the accused having filed a missing person's complaint.

Rumours claiming that Vijay's much-delayed film Jana Nayagan had received an 'A' certificate from the CBFC were debunked after a fake censor certificate went viral on social media. The fan account that shared the document later apologised, confirming it was fabricated

The Ministry of Home Affairs has designated 23 more individuals, including 17 Pakistani and six Indian nationals, as terrorists under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The move targets operatives linked to cross-border terror networks such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, aiming to strengthen legal action, disrupt terror financing, and curb recruitment and infiltration.

The informal talks between the Ministry of Home Affairs and Ladakh's Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance ended on a positive note, with all stakeholders signing the minutes of the previous meeting. The breakthrough has paved the way for formal negotiations on constitutional safeguards, governance reforms, reservations, separate services, and other key demands of Ladakh.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures (August) opened at Rs 1,43,882 per 10 grams, down Rs 548 or 0.37 per cent from the previous close of Rs 1,44,430.

The Indian National Congress on Thursday suspended senior Jammu and Kashmir leaders Mohammad Anwar Bhat and Bashir Ahmed Khan from the party's primary membership with immediate effect over alleged anti-party activities. The action, approved by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, comes nearly two weeks after a three-member fact-finding committee completed its initial inquiry into infighting and indiscipline within the J&K unit.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday flagged off the first batch of pilgrims for the Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026 from Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp in Jammu, formally commencing the annual pilgrimage. Amid Vedic chants and religious fervour, the Lieutenant Governor wished devotees a safe and spiritually fulfilling journey.

The State Investigation Agency (SIA) has filed a 737-page chargesheet against jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik and four others in the 1990 abduction and murder of Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat. The chargesheet, filed nearly 35 years after the crime, revives one of Kashmir's most prominent terror-era cases and adds to Malik's ongoing legal challenges in other militancy-related cases.

The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association, long marred by scams and infighting, faces a fresh leadership crisis as rival factions issue conflicting decisions over President Javid Ahmad Kitab's suspension and reinstatement.

A political showdown erupted in J&K as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah rejected PDP president Mehbooba Mufti's allegation that his government made 25,000 backdoor appointments. Omar challenged Mehbooba to produce evidence, accused the PDP-BJP regime of carrying out large-scale illegal recruitments, and claimed data on those appointments would soon be made public.

Punjab Police, in coordination with central agencies, have dismantled 10 narco-terror modules and arrested 39 operatives, including three Afghan nationals, over the past 25 days. The crackdown led to the recovery of 72 pistols, an AK-47 rifle, two submachine guns, heroin, hawala money, and other incriminating materials.

The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine has crossed the milestone of 50 lakh pilgrims before the end of June, with more than 51 lakh devotees visiting the cave shrine by June 23. The figure marks an increase of 10.86 lakh pilgrims compared to the same period last year, reflecting a sharp rise in footfall and growing enthusiasm among devotees.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau of J&K has charge-sheeted seven individuals, including former Rural Development Department officials and a contractor, in connection with an alleged embezzlement of government funds in Kupwara's Lolab area. Investigations revealed that payments were released for developmental works that either existed only on paper or were executed in violation of norms.

The Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) have called for a complete shutdown across Ladakh on June 23, alleging that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Union Territory administration are delaying the implementation of commitments made during the May 22 meeting in New Delhi.

The J&K government has ordered an immediate review of the PMAY-G 2.0 beneficiary list following complaints that several deserving rural families were wrongly excluded from the housing scheme. The Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department has directed field officers to identify and rectify such cases, warning that officials responsible for negligence or improper verification will be held accountable.

Security forces in Punjab have recovered 42 sophisticated pistols and an AK-47 rifle in separate operations near the Indo-Pak border during the last four days, exposing a suspected cross-border effort to revive terrorism in the state. Investigations have revealed links to foreign-based operatives.

The Jammu and Kashmir Government has suspended cardiologist Dr. Syed Maqbool Ahmad Shah pending an inquiry into allegations of fraudulent PMJAY-SEHAT insurance claims, unnecessary cardiac procedures, patient exploitation, and manipulation of medical records at GMC Anantnag.

In a significant anti-terror operation ahead of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, security forces arrested five individuals in Kishtwar and Shopian districts of Jammu and Kashmir. Among those held is a Forest Department employee accused of facilitating terrorist activities, while three youths missing since May 31 were apprehended in Shopian with explosives, ammunition, and other incriminating material.

The International Human Rights Foundation has strongly condemned Pakistan's crackdown on peaceful protesters in PoJK, alleging that 32 civilians were killed by security forces between June 8 and 16, 2026. The organization has demanded an independent international investigation into the deaths, including the alleged extrajudicial killing of activist Shahzeb Habib.

The controversial Ganderbal encounter case has resurfaced after authorities exhumed and handed over the body of Rashid Ahmad Mughal, who was killed in an alleged encounter on April 1, to his family nearly two and a half months later. While security forces had described him as a suspected terrorist, his family maintains he was an innocent civilian.

Authorities have identified 155 drug hotspots across Jammu division and arrested 701 drug peddlers as part of the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan. During a high-level review meeting officials revealed that 598 FIRs had been registered, narcotics worth large quantities seized, and properties worth over 45 crore attached or demolished.