Times of India

Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone strikes across Ukraine. These attacks killed at least nine people and injured more than thirty others. Kyiv and surrounding regions were targeted in the second major aerial assault in two days. Ukrainian authorities reported 27 ballistic missiles were fired, with only one intercepted. President Zelensky renewed urgent calls for more Western air defence systems.

A 17-year-old girl from Delhi has accused her friend of multiple rapes in a Gurugram hotel. The alleged incidents occurred between January and March 2026, police stated. A case was registered after the teenager became pregnant and was medically examined. The FIR was filed under POCSO and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita sections. Police are investigating and conducting raids to apprehend the accused.

Jadumani Singh Mandengbam secured a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games. He credited veteran boxer Sarita Devi for her significant support and guidance. Sarita Devi's daily advice and encouragement were crucial to his journey. The young boxer aims to improve and perform well in future competitions. This silver medal will motivate him to work even harder.

Taking a jibe at PM Modi's critics, Shehzad Poonawalla expressed "disappointment" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership style. He sarcastically suggested Modi learn dictatorship from past Congress leaders. Poonawalla cited Indira Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru as examples of strong rule. He also mentioned past Congress governments' actions during protests. The former spokesperson concluded Modi had not met Left-liberal expectations.

An alleged Jaish-e-Mohammed operative was arrested by West Bengal STF. Hamim Mondal planned to target Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and disrupt a Delhi protest. He intended to disguise himself in a police uniform for sabotage activities. Mondal was in contact with Pakistan-based handlers through encrypted messaging applications. The investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the terror network.

However, Vinoth told TOI that the document in his possession was only the “budget preface and not the complete budget document.”

Bernard Arnault sarcastically addressed a Le Monde investigation into his family and business empire. He dismissed claims of family succession rifts and political influence. The billionaire questioned the newspaper's extensive resources dedicated to the six-part series. Arnault also defended his family's interactions and LVMH's business-first strategy.

US President Trump is receiving conflicting advice from two key regional allies on how to handle Iran. Saudi Arabia is urging restraint and de-escalation to prevent a wider regional conflict, while Israel is pressing for a tougher stance against Tehran. Meanwhile, tensions continue to rise, with attacks on commercial shipping and drone strikes in Kuwait adding to regional instability. Trump has expressed frustration over stalled diplomatic efforts and Iran's refusal to meet US demands.

Iran's foreign minister warned Britain that allowing US strikes from its bases is aggression. He stated this action grants Iran the right to self-defense under international law. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham approved continued US military base access for operations. Burnham also reaffirmed UK commitment to maritime security efforts in the Strait of Hormuz. London maintains it is not part of any war with Iran and supports diplomacy.

The Karnataka government is set to reclaim plots that have not seen any construction within five years. Beneficiaries will be reimbursed their payments along with accrued interest. This initiative seeks to tackle the issue of abandoned sites turning into dumping grounds. The government encourages property owners to develop their plots, particularly those allotted by BDA, CITB, and cooperative societies.

Jaismine Lamboria secured the women's 57kg boxing gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games. She defeated Michaela Walsh by a unanimous 5-0 decision in the final bout. This victory marked India's seventh gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 event. The win followed Preeti Pawar's earlier boxing gold medal success. Both boxers showed mutual respect after the memorable competition concluded.

Seers and lawyers filed police complaints in Varanasi against Pappu Yadav and opposition leaders. They alleged their religious sentiments were hurt by a protest enacted in Parliament. The opposition leaders staged a symbolic protest over alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement. This protest occurred after allegations of financial irregularities surfaced regarding temple donations. Legal action has been sought against the opposition leaders involved in the demonstration.

A husband allegedly murdered his wife's lover and buried the body inside their home. Villagers discovered the crime after a foul smell emanated from the house. Police excavated the room and recovered the decomposed body buried beneath the floor. The wife has been taken into custody while police search for her husband. An investigation is ongoing to apprehend the main accused in this case.

Moroccan illegal migrants reported encouragement from authorities and social media messages. Thousands crossed into Spain's Ceuta enclave, with many returning due to hardship. At least sixty-seven people died during the unprecedented border crossing event. Spain is reinforcing the Ceuta border after tens of thousands entered. The crisis has sparked political tensions and renewed migration policy debates.

Ghana is pioneering a sustainable solution to its plastic pollution crisis by turning waste into economical paving blocks for highways. Led by entrepreneur Nelson Boateng at Nelplast, the initiative compensates plastic collectors, significantly benefiting the community. The resulting paving blocks are not only resilient but also priced competitively against concrete, effectively tackling environmental challenges while providing financial opportunities for many.

China's military conducted joint air and naval drills near Scarborough Shoal. These exercises aimed to test combat readiness and safeguard territorial sovereignty. Separately, China announced new regulations for the Huangyan Island National Nature Reserve. The China Coast Guard will also increase patrols and law enforcement activities. These actions occur amid ongoing territorial tensions in the South China Sea.