Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan shared a heartwarming childhood crush story involving the iconic Zeenat Aman. During a shoot in Kathmandu, a young Abhishek, mesmerized by her, innocently asked to sleep with her, to which Zeenat playfully responded, “Grow up first.” This charming anecdote highlights Abhishek’s early admiration for the trailblazing actress.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un showcased powerful weapons, including a new intercontinental ballistic missile, at a massive parade marking the 80th anniversary of the Workers’ Party of Korea. Kim emphasized the military’s need to become an “invincible entity” and expressed a desire to strengthen cooperation with Russia, with a delegation led by Dmitry Medvedev…
Israel has confirmed it will not release Marwan Barghouti, a prominent Palestinian leader, in the current prisoner swap deal with Hamas. Despite Hamas’s insistence on his inclusion, Israel views Barghouti, serving multiple life sentences, as a terrorist leader and fears his potential to unite Palestinians.
German athlete runner Alica Schmidt experienced a surprise anti-doping test late at night. She had to leave a movie theatre midway through a film. Officials called her phone for the test. Missing the call could have led to a violation. This highlights the strict nature of anti-doping procedures for athletes.
Team India achieved a historic feat, recording 50+ partnerships for all first five wickets in a Test innings for the first time in 64 years. This remarkable performance, featuring centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill, secured a dominant position against West Indies.
US troops are deploying to Israel to help manage a Gaza ceasefire, with a 200-member team set to establish a joint control center and coordinate aid. Meanwhile, thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning to devastated areas, facing lingering dangers and uncertainty about lasting peace following the conflict’s initial phase.
Senior IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar died by suicide, naming 16 IAS and IPS officers in his note for alleged harassment. Sonia Gandhi expressed solidarity with his wife, highlighting the incident as a “grim reminder” of power’s biased attitude. The Haryana government has initiated reshuffles in police leadership amid growing pressure.
Reels’ popularity in India has led to a dangerous trend of filming while driving, tragically causing deaths. Odisha authorities are cracking down, seizing vehicles and imposing penalties. Awareness campaigns and educational initiatives are being launched to prioritize safety over online fame and prevent further road tragedies.
Chinese artist Cai Guo-Qiang finally realized his 20-year dream with “Sky Ladder,” a 502-meter-long fireworks installation. A helium balloon lifted the fiery ladder into the morning sky, creating a breathtaking illusion of a stairway to heaven. This deeply personal tribute to his grandmother marked a hopeful new beginning.
Veteran pacer Ishant Sharma candidly addressed the intense scrutiny on India’s team selection, highlighting the difficult task faced by chief selectors. He explained that with abundant talent, picking one player often means leaving out another equally deserving one.
