India's eastern metropolis on the Hooghly River
Two separate firefighting operations are underway after a naphtha-pipeline blaze in West Bengal and a large forest fire near Müritz National Park, Germany, driven by record heat. Firefighters report injuries in the West Bengal incident, while German teams are battling a wildfire in a contaminated site with a 1,000-metre security perimeter.
A child’s rape and murder in Baruipur has sparked protests, a mob lynching, and a police shooting as tensions mount over the BJP government’s handling of women’s safety. Investigations are underway as authorities form a SIT and police recount the scene.
Bangladeshis express unprecedented support for Argentina and Brazil during the 2026 World Cup, as fans rally with flags, jerseys, and public viewings. The phenomenon has coincided with violent clashes in some areas as rival loyalties intensify.
Independent and AP News report on Marian devotion at Bandel Church near Kolkata and a Philippine replica of Mary’s house in Cavite. Both sites illustrate how Marian devotion shapes faith communities across Asia.
Argentine fans welcome the team back from the World Cup, with Messi absent from the flight. The AFA confirms some players won't join the homecoming. Crowds cheer despite a 1-0 loss to Spain and ongoing tensions over Falklands sovereignty.
Protests across India are intensifying as youth-led groups press for the education minister’s resignation over a leaked entrance exam paper affecting millions. Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike, urging talks as authorities pledge reforms.
U.S. District Judge Nicholas Garaufis has dismissed conspiracy, securities and wire fraud charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani with prejudice. The case, tied to a 2024 indictment over alleged bribes and misled investors, has been officially closed; prosecutors questioned the unusual process used to reach the dismissal.