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The central government committee monitoring Delhi-NCR's air quality lifted Stage 2 restrictions under GRAP due to improved pollution levels. Delhi's 24-hour average AQI was recorded at 186. Stage-III measures will be implemented if AQI exceeds 350, and Stage-IV if it surpasses 400.

Ranveer Allahbadia and Ashish Chachlani along with Apoorva Makhija and Samay Raina were in trouble as FIRs were filed against them regarding their comments on India's Got Latent. The influencers were summoned by the police and on Monday, Ranveer and Ashish were spotted at the Maharashtra Cyber Cell to record their statements.

India and the UK resumed their FTA talks to boost the GBP 42 billion annual bilateral trade. The discussions, paused due to elections, aim to address key issues such as business visas, duty cuts, and fair treatment of spirits. The deal seeks to support exports, particularly in labour-intensive sectors like textiles.

Joe Rogan criticized Apple for disabling its Advanced Data Protection feature for UK users after the UK government requested backdoor access to user data. Apple rejected the request and expressed disappointment over user privacy concerns. Google clarified that encrypted Android backups cannot be accessed by anyone but the users, satisfying Rogan and prompting a response from Musk.

In 2024, India experienced the second highest number of internet shutdowns globally, with 84 instances, narrowly behind Myanmar's 85. The report highlights that India, along with Myanmar, Pakistan, and Russia, accounted for 71% of the global total in shutdowns. Manipur, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir were the most affected regions in India.

Caroline Wozniacki shared a nostalgic video of her husband, former NBA star David Lee, showcasing his basketball skills. She recently withdrew from the 2024 Australian Open due to rheumatoid arthritis but remains hopeful for a quick return. Despite challenges, Wozniacki continues her impressive tennis career.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma return to form in the ICC Champions Trophy, with Kohli scoring his 51st ODI century against Pakistan, proving his fitness and determination. Rohit, rediscovering his touch, contributes quick runs. Their performances, lauded by teammates and rivals alike, affirm their importance to the Indian team despite recent struggles.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the RJD and other opposition parties for their remarks on the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. He accused them of attacking the Hindu faith and weakening the country. Opposition leaders like Lalu Prasad and Mamata Banerjee made critical comments about the event's significance and management, sparking a strong reaction from Modi and other BJP leaders.

Pakistan's recent defeats against India and New Zealand have sparked criticism from former cricketers. Concerns were raised about team selection and a lack of aggressive strategy. Former players like Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Amir called for prioritizing domestic talent. Pakistan hopes for a New Zealand loss against Bangladesh to keep their tournament hopes alive.

Stock market crash: It's mayhem in the Indian stock markets for the last few months with Sensex and Nifty correction entering double-digits. What should investors do? Where can you put your money, if not in equity markets? We take a look:

India maintained their tradition by honouring Axar Patel as the top fielder after their win against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy. Former opener Shikhar Dhawan presented Patel with the medal for his outstanding performance, including two run-outs and a catch. The victory edges India closer to the semi-finals, with their next match against New Zealand.

Virat Kohli secured his fifth Man of the Match award against Pakistan in ICC tournaments with an unbeaten 100 off 111 balls, leading India to a six-wicket victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He surpassed Ricky Ponting to become the third-highest run-scorer in international cricket and became the fastest to reach 14,000 ODI runs.

Actress Katrina Kaif has shown a deep interest in spirituality by visiting Prayagraj and meeting Swami Chidanand Saraswati at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Her visit coincides with the preparations for Mahakumbh 2025, highlighting Bollywood's growing embrace of Indian spiritual traditions.

The Delhi assembly session started with a confrontation as AAP's Atishi accused the BJP of being 'anti-Dalit and anti-Sikh' for replacing BR Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh's photos with those of Mahatma Gandhi, President Droupadi Murmu, and PM Modi in the CM office. Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP for hurting Babasaheb's followers, leading to the session's adjournment.

Elon Musk issued a stern warning to US federal employees demanding updates on their weekly accomplishments, hinting at resignation for non-compliance. This came shortly after receiving praise from Donald Trump, who hailed Musk as a 'Patriot' and urged him to be more aggressive in his efforts.

An explosion hit the Russian consulate in Marseille, France, on Monday, which Russ ia is calling a terrorist attack. Russia demands a thorough French investigation and enhanced security for its foreign missions. The blast coincided with the third anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and firefighters were reported to be at the scene.

Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 100, leading India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy Group A match. The victory, sealed with a boundary, was an emotional moment as Kohli's childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma watched from the stands. Sharma praised Kohli's contributions to Indian cricket and defended him against critics.

The fifth day of the Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly budget session saw disruptions as Samajwadi Party MLAs protested against a remark made by Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak. The session includes proposals such as the creation of an AI City and development of new expressways.

Miscreants have attacked the Air Force Base near Cox's Bazar's Samiti Para, as per a notification from ISPR. The notice, signed by Ayesha Siddiqua, assistant director of ISPR, stated that the Bangladesh Air Force is taking necessary actions in response to the assault. The situation is being addressed to ensure security and control.