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The strike came just before what was expected to be a major occasion for football fans in Gaza, where many had gathered to watch Egypt face defending champions Argentina.

New United States Citizenship and Immigration Services rules will take effect soon. Applicants must use handwritten or properly reproduced signatures for immigration forms. Improper signatures will lead to rejection without any chance for correction. Applicants should always sign forms by hand before submitting them. This policy aims to maintain the integrity of the immigration system.

One important thing to understand is this: In the current compliance environment, tax notices are increasingly driven by data inconsistencies rather than intent. A tax notice can not only mean a process of explaining discrepancies but can also put any refund claims on hold till the matter is resolved.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni broke down in tears after his side's dramatic 3-2 World Cup comeback win over Egypt, walking away from a live TV interview after apologising. Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit with late goals from Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernández. Scaloni later said, "I cried because I'm too emotional," praising his team's fighting spirit.

NCERT has released a revised Class 8 Social Science textbook following a Supreme Court directive. The new edition removes a controversial chapter on the judiciary and alters historical narratives. Revisions include changes to the Congress' stance on the 1947 Partition and the removal of Hitler references. The history chapter now includes Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's demand for Swaraj. This revised book focuses on the judiciary's constitutional role and its structure.

The Egyptian camp was unhappy with several refereeing decisions during the match. These included a goal ruled out after a VAR review and a penalty appeal that was not reviewed in the build-up to Argentina's winning goal.

Microsoft's latest AI data center in Wisconsin is under fire as residents file a lawsuit claiming the relentless noise from generators and HVAC systems is harming their property. While Microsoft asserts its dedication to being a good neighbor and has taken steps to mitigate noise, the local community remains unimpressed, especially with more data centers on the horizon that may escalate tensions.

Stock market crash: Selling pressure gathered pace during the second half of the session after US President Donald Trump declared that the interim agreement with Iran to end the conflict was "over," reigniting fears of further escalation in the Middle East.

Meta launched Muse Image, its first AI image generator from Meta Superintelligence Labs, alongside a preview of Muse Video. Chief AI officer Alexandr Wang, one of the company's highest-paid hires, urged users to keep it personal: upload your own photos, tag friends, and pull from trends. The launch also drew privacy backlash over a feature that uses public Instagram photos by default.

One of the earliest initiatives came in Vietnam, where India signed a Memorandum of Understanding in 2014 to restore the UNESCO-listed Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary. Once the spiritual centre of the ancient Champa Kingdom, the Shaivite temple complex is regarded as one of Southeast Asia's most significant Hindu heritage sites. The Archaeological Survey of India led the conservation work under the bilateral agreement.

Prabhas Mondal, the main accused in the Baruipur rape and murder case, has been killed. He was killed in a police encounter while officers reconstructed the crime scene. Mondal allegedly attempted to snatch a firearm from an officer during the reconstruction. He then opened fire at the police team, which led to retaliation. The police fired back, and Mondal was declared dead at the hospital.

China launched a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, marking its first known submarine-launched ballistic missile test since 1982. The launch showcased the operational readiness of China's sea-based nuclear force, which forms one leg of the country's nuclear triad alongside land-based missiles and air-delivered nuclear weapons.

FIFA is investigating content creator IShowSpeed for alleged racist abuse. This incident occurred during Argentina's World Cup match against Cape Verde. Argentina secured a dramatic extra-time victory over Egypt in another thrilling game. The defending champions came back from two goals down to win. Argentina will now face Switzerland in the quarter-finals of the tournament.

Salman Khan received a notice from the Goa High Court regarding alleged CRZ norm violations. A public interest litigation challenges construction at a Candolim property, citing environmental law breaches. The petition claims residential villas were built within a protected 'No Development Zone'. It also questions the validity of an occupancy certificate issued by the local Gram Panchayat. The court has sought responses from various government bodies and the actor.

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan sparked controversy during Egypt’s dramatic 3-2 FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 defeat to Argentina after making an “X” gesture toward referee François Letexier. While the gesture is recognised by FIFA as a signal against racist abuse, its meaning in this context remains unclear. FIFA has not confirmed any investigation, though Hassan’s actions may face disciplinary review.

Novak Djokovic battled past Felix Auger-Aliassime in a record-breaking Wimbledon quarter-final. The Serbian star secured a thrilling five-set victory after more than five hours of play. Djokovic will now face defending champion Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals. Sinner advanced easily after defeating Jan-Lennard Struff in his quarter-final match. This highly anticipated rematch promises another compelling tennis contest.

The missing aircraft, a Boeing 737 operated by Karachi-based K2 Airways, was flying from Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates to Karachi when it reported a navigation system malfunction at around 9.18 pm local time, according to Pakistan's airport authority. Officials said radar data showed the aircraft suddenly descending and making a sharp change in direction at around 9.21 pm. Moments later, both radar and radio contact were lost about 155 nautical miles west of Karachi.