Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly sanctioned Sri Lanka A spinner Vishen Halambage following the heated post-match altercation with India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the Super Over thriller in Dambulla. Wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella was also fined for a separate offence. India spin coach Sairaj Bahutule backed the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster would learn from the incident.
Noida International Airport (NIA) is set to handle its first cargo flight, a domestic departure, just days after commencing passenger operations. This marks a significant step in its development as a key aviation and cargo hub for North India, boasting advanced digital infrastructure and substantial handling capacity designed for efficient operations.
Lionel Messi marked his 200th appearance for Argentina during the nation’s FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria, adding another milestone to one of football’s greatest careers. The 38-year-old captain became only the third men’s player to reach 200 international caps while extending his record as the most-capped World Cup player. A world champion, two-time Copa América winner and holder of multiple World Cup records, Messi’s latest landmark further underlines his extraordinary longevity and enduring importance to Argentina as they begin their title defence.
The Indian Air Force is developing indigenous long-range kamikaze drones. This project aims for self-reliance in drone technology. The Air Force has invited bids from Indian companies for this significant initiative. This move prepares the force for future drone-centric warfare. Another major contract for 87 long-range UAVs is also underway.
Taylor Swift’s recent appearance at a New York recording studio has sparked online speculation, with some fans claiming the timing was linked to reports of ex-boyfriend Joe Alwyn’s rumored romance with actress Sarah Pidgeon. The discussion intensified as wedding buzz surrounding Swift and Travis Kelce continues to circulate. While there is no evidence connecting the events, social media users have fueled jealousy rumors, turning a routine studio visit into a viral talking point.
A disturbing sex racket in Bhind, Madhya Pradesh, has taken a grim turn with police discovering one of the two arrested women has been HIV-positive for three years. The operation, which involved blackmail and false rape threats, saw four individuals apprehended.
Ignou is investigating allegations of question papers being sold on Telegram for its June-July 2026 term-end exams, with touts reportedly charging Rs 199 per subject. Despite complaints and screenshots shared, the university claims no evidence of a leak and has not cancelled any papers.
