Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia before key talks between his team and US officials. The meeting follows his tense visit to Washington, where he clashed with President Trump. Ukraine hopes to restore US military aid and intelligence support. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, also in Saudi Arabia, said Ukraine must be ready for "difficult decisions" to end the war. Zelenskyy met Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, while British PM Keir Starmer urged Trump to restart US aid. The EU has also boosted security funding as Ukraine seeks international support against Russia.

India won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, defeating New Zealand by four wickets. After the win, head coach Gautam Gambhir shared a fun moment with Navjot Sidhu. Gambhir, usually serious, recited a ‘sher’ in Sidhu’s style. Sidhu then asked him to dance, but Gambhir refused, joking, “Main chala jaunga.” However, he later raised a finger in the air as Sidhu danced. This victory is special for Gambhir, who faced criticism after India’s Test losses. Winning this trophy silenced doubts about his coaching. India now prepares for a tough England tour and the T20 World Cup next year.

The US stock market crashed on Monday, with the Nasdaq falling 3.6% and major tech stocks losing billions. Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla dropped up to 11%. The sharp fall was triggered by fears of a US slowdown, inflation worries, and new tariffs proposed by President Trump. European and Asian markets also took a hit. Experts warn that Indian markets may see losses, especially in IT stocks. Nifty closed lower at 22,460. Analysts say volatility will remain high. Investors are now waiting for inflation data from India and the US to see where the market goes next.

Global markets fell on Tuesday after Donald Trump said the US economy was in a "period of transition," raising recession fears. The S&P 500 fell 2.7%, the Dow Jones dropped 2%, and the Nasdaq sank 4%. Asian markets followed, with Japan's Nikkei down 2.3% and South Korea’s Kospi losing 2%. Tech stocks were hit hardest, with Tesla plummeting 15.4% and Nvidia down 5%. Trump’s tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada have sparked investor uncertainty. Analysts warn of inflation risks, while the White House insists tariffs will boost manufacturing and job creation.

Elon Musk said his platform X faced a "massive cyberattack" on Monday, causing global outages. He claimed the attack came from the "Ukraine area," suggesting a large group or nation was involved. However, the pro-Palestinian hacker group Dark Storm Team took responsibility, saying they targeted X for supporting Israel. Cybersecurity experts warn that IP addresses can be misleading. Many users reported login issues throughout the day. Musk said X faces attacks daily but this one was "on another level." The true source of the attack remains unclear.

A Tanishq jewellery showroom in Bihar’s Arrah was looted of valuables worth ₹25 crore early Monday. CCTV footage showed 8-9 armed robbers threatening employees and security before fleeing with gold, diamonds, and cash. Two showroom executives were injured after being struck with revolvers. Showroom manager Kumar Mrityunjay criticized the delayed police response, calling it a "lapse by the authorities." A case has been registered, and police have arrested two suspects. The total value of stolen items may exceed ₹25 crore. Authorities are investigating further to recover the stolen valuables.

Fashion designers Shivan and Narresh apologised after their outdoor fashion show in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, sparked controversy for being held during Ramzan. Several political leaders, including Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, condemned the event as "obscene" and hurting religious sentiments. Abdullah ordered an investigation, stating the government had no involvement. The designers said their intent was to celebrate creativity, not offend. The BJP criticized opposition parties for politicizing the issue. The viral video of the event, posted by Elle India, was later removed after backlash. The J&K Assembly witnessed chaos as politicians demanded a probe.

A US-flagged oil tanker, Stena Immaculate, and a Portuguese-flagged cargo ship, Solong, collided in the North Sea off East Yorkshire, UK. Fires broke out on both vessels, prompting a large-scale rescue operation. The alarm was raised at 9:48 AM, with the UK Coastguard deploying lifeboats, a helicopter, and a fixed-wing aircraft. Reports suggest several crew members abandoned ship. By 11:40 AM, one lifeboat was stood down, while others continued search efforts. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collision, and emergency teams remain on-site to manage the situation. The incident remains ongoing.

After India's Champions Trophy 2025 victory, speculation about senior players' retirements intensified. Ravindra Jadeja, following Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, dismissed the rumours with a four-word Instagram post: "No unnecessary rumours, thanks." Fans speculated after Kohli embraced Jadeja post his final over in the final against New Zealand. Jadeja’s all-round performance—10 overs, 30 runs, 1 wicket, and hitting the winning runs—was crucial in India’s chase of 252. The all-rounder previously retired from T20Is after the 2024 World Cup. Jadeja expressed pride in back-to-back ICC titles, calling it a "massive moment" for Indian cricket.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided 14 locations in Chhattisgarh’s Durg district, including properties linked to ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel and his son, Chaitanya, in the ₹4,000-crore liquor scam probe. Investigators allege Chaitanya received proceeds from the ₹2,161-crore fraud. Baghel’s office called it a “political conspiracy.” The probe, which began in 2023, exposed a nexus of politicians, bureaucrats, and liquor dealers. Former excise minister Kawasi Lakma was arrested earlier. ED claims illicit liquor sales caused massive state losses. The raids signal a deepening political and legal crisis for Baghel.