India and France are deepening their strategic partnership, evident in a renewed 10-year defence pact. Recent agreements include reciprocal officer deployments, technology transfer for naval Rafale jets, and expanded industrial cooperation with Safran. Joint military exercises like Shakti, Garuda, and Varuna underscore robust operational ties, extending to space and the Indo-Pacific.
It’s important to note that a big portion of Musk’s net worth is tied to SpaceX. His holding in the company is worth around $866 billion. According to Reuters calculations, Musk’s net worth adds up to over a trillion dollars after the listing of Space X.
Floyd Mayweather Jr is preparing for his return to the boxing ring, but a major legal challenge has emerged ahead of his comeback. The undefeated boxing legend filed a $340 million lawsuit against Showtime earlier this year, accusing the network and former executive Stephen Espinoza of mishandling money linked to some of his biggest fights. However, the case has now taken a new turn after Showtime responded with a counterclaim in court.
Neymar will miss FIFA World Cup 2026 opener between Brazil and Morocco due to a calf injury suffered in May. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the forward is recovering well and could return next week. Neymar has not played for Brazil since 2023. Brazil begin their Group C campaign under pressure as they chase their first World Cup title since 2002.
An Indian-origin man, Gagandeep Singh, has been sentenced to 34 years in prison in the UK for kidnapping, torturing, and raping a woman. The 34-year-old was convicted of multiple serious offenses after a trial. He will serve 28 years in custody, followed by an extended license period, and will be deported after completing his sentence.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is guiding employees towards smarter AI use. He emphasizes selecting the right AI model for each task, not just the most advanced. This approach balances performance and costs. Nadella shared his personal use of AI in software development. Microsoft continues to integrate AI across its business and product strategies.
Former CM Siddaramaiah defended a Rs 71.8 crore preliminary approval for community halls and hostels, dismissing bias claims. He explained that the higher allocation to Kuruba organizations stemmed from more applications, not favoritism. Funds are allocated based on a continuous reservation formula, with final release contingent on stringent documentation and progress reviews.
The Enforcement Directorate searched seven locations tied to TMC MLA Madan Mitra as part of a municipal recruitment scam probe. Officials allege Mitra received cash and gold bribes via middlemen to secure jobs for unqualified individuals. Investigations suggest over 125 illegal appointments are linked to the former minister, with the ED continuing its examination.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau made a public display of affection at the FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Los Angeles. Perry delivered a powerful performance, later seen rushing to Trudeau for a kiss. The couple also held hands while watching a match, following their red carpet debut at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Rohit Sharma faces an audition for his ODI future, needing to prove his fitness and form ahead of the next World Cup. Captain Shubman Gill grapples with selection decisions, potentially looking beyond the veteran. The series against Afghanistan also serves as a platform to test new batting combinations with Virat Kohli sidelined.
