Times of India

Daenerys Targaryen, the iconic Mother of Dragons from 'Game of Thrones', is making waves in 'House of the Dragon' lore. A recent clip features Daemon Targaryen recounting a prophetic vision at Harrenhal, describing a silver-haired girl with dragons, strongly hinting at Daenerys. This builds on a previous vision at a weirwood tree, further linking the prequel's events to the future of Westeros and Game of Thrones.

Amidst escalating tensions, the United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire and will resume talks in Doha, Qatar, to de-escalate the dispute over the Strait of Hormuz. Following days of military exchanges, both nations will halt counter-strikes, allowing vessels to navigate freely. The discussions aim to resolve differing interpretations of a recent memorandum of understanding concerning maritime passage and port access.

Canada secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Africa with a stunning 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio at SoFi Stadium. This marks Canada's first-ever knockout stage win in World Cup history. Despite South Africa's strong defense, Eustaquio's late heroics propelled Canada into the Round of 16, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco. The win was a significant moment for the nation's football program.

Bengal's education department is exploring an Odisha-like model for midday meals, offering schools extra funds to purchase eggs independently, aiming to resolve the controversy surrounding Iskcon's vegetarian-only menu. This move follows criticism that the government is pushing an agenda by excluding eggs, a staple in many children's diets. Officials are set to discuss the new modalities soon, as the debate over nutrition and cultural preferences intensifies.

Investigators are zeroing in on Ram Shankar Yadav and Anukalp Mishra as potential masterminds in the Ram Temple donation embezzlement case. Their close ties to senior trust officials and access to the donation system are under scrutiny. Police are examining how Yadav allegedly facilitated his nephew's inclusion and Mishra influenced his brother-in-law's deployment, suggesting a coordinated effort to divert funds.