Sourav Ganguly has dismissed reports claiming he acted on behalf of Mamata Banerjee to ask Yusuf Pathan to resign from his elected post and pave the way for a by-election. Calling the allegations “untrue” and made in “reckless disregard of the truth”, Ganguly said he was never asked by Mamata to convey any message. Read full story

Suryakumar backs Team India after losing T20 captaincy as Shreyas Iyer takes charge

Suryakumar Yadav wished the Indian team success after being replaced as T20I captain by Shreyas Iyer for the upcoming Ireland and England tours. Following the squad announcement, Suryakumar shared a supportive message on social media, backing the team for future challenges. Read full story

Iran launches missiles and drones at Kuwait, Bahrain as Gulf defences intercept attacks

Iran fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Kuwait and Bahrain, triggering air defence systems in both Gulf nations and further escalating tensions with the United States. Bahrain said the attacks were successfully intercepted and urged Tehran to stop strikes on neighbouring countries. Read full story

Cockroach Janta Party protest ends at Jantar Mantar as founder calls for peaceful agitation

Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), concluded a protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, where supporters had gathered to demand action over alleged irregularities in exams and recruitment processes. The demonstration drew students and young participants, with slogans seeking resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Read full story

Sechin says US oil firms benefit from Hormuz tensions, warns of global energy risks

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said US energy companies are the biggest beneficiaries of disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz, warning that prolonged instability could hurt global oil demand and boost interest in alternative energy. Speaking at the St. Petersburg forum, he said the closure of the key shipping route had reshaped markets in America’s favour. Read full story