Two firefighters were killed after two firefighting helicopters collided while battling a massive wildfire in Greece on Sunday, as destructive blazes continued to scorch parts of southern Europe amid extreme heat, strong winds and prolonged drought.
PM Modi Launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’, Calls for Nationwide Movement Against Substance Abuse
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’, a nationwide campaign aimed at mobilising young people against substance abuse and encouraging citizens across the country to participate in building a drug-free India.
President Murmu Flags Off PBG Soldierathon, Reaffirms Support for India’s Armed Forces
President Droupadi Murmu virtually flagged off the President’s Bodyguards (PBG) Soldierathon from the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to supporting the Armed Forces while encouraging greater public participation in recognising the service and sacrifices of military personnel.
CWG 2026: President Murmu, PM Modi Congratulate India’s Medal Winners After Historic Super Saturday in Glasgow
CWG 2026: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s medal-winning athletes after the country delivered a memorable “Super Saturday” at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. India enjoyed one of its most successful days of the Games, winning medals across boxing, athletics, para athletics and judo, while ending the penultimate day with an overall tally of 39 medals — 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze.
CWG 2026: India Scripts Historic Boxing Campaign with Record Seven Gold Medals in Glasgow
India produced its greatest-ever boxing performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing at the top of the boxing medal standings with a record haul of seven gold medals and three silver medals. The landmark achievement surpassed the country’s previous best Commonwealth Games boxing campaign and underlined India’s growing dominance in the sport on the international stage.
Jasprit Bumrah Ruled Out of Sri Lanka Test Series as BCCI Prioritises Long-Term Fitness
India have suffered a major setback ahead of their two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, with premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah ruled out after the BCCI medical team advised him to continue his rehabilitation instead of making an early return to competitive cricket. The decision comes as India continue to battle an injury crisis, with several frontline players already unavailable for the tour.




