Iran’s national football team has arrived in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a breakthrough peace agreement between Washington and Tehran eased fears over the country’s participation. The team, which had been training in Mexico because of security and visa concerns, will open its campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles. Players and coach Amir Ghalenoei acknowledged that recent conflicts and political tensions have overshadowed the usual excitement of the tournament. Despite expected protests from sections of the Iranian diaspora, the squad said it aims to represent and unite all Iranians through football. (PC: X)

Tensions flared in Manipur after a large crowd gathered outside a hospital in Imphal to protest the treatment of three Kuki men injured during an armed attack in Kangpokpi district. The protesters opposed admitting the victims to the valley-based medical facility, prompting authorities to deploy security forces and tighten arrangements around the hospital. The incident highlighted the continuing ethnic divide between Meitei and Kuki communities amid the prolonged conflict in the State. Officials appealed for calm and ensured medical care for the injured, while efforts were made to prevent the situation from escalating further. 

Indian-flagged LNG carrier Disha has successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the first Indian vessel to exit the conflict-hit region in over three months. The transit comes after a breakthrough US-Iran peace agreement aimed at reopening the crucial maritime route and easing tensions in the Persian Gulf. The development signals a gradual revival of global energy shipments and has boosted optimism in oil and gas markets. Analysts say the restoration of traffic through the strategic chokepoint could stabilize energy prices and improve supply chains, although shipping companies remain cautious amid lingering security concerns.

India U-19 batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in a tense altercation with Sri Lankan players following a dramatic Super Over finish in the Youth ODI series. Emotions ran high after Sri Lanka secured victory in the thrilling contest, leading to a heated exchange between players from both sides. Videos of the incident quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread attention from cricket fans. Despite the confrontation, officials and teammates intervened to defuse the situation. The match itself was marked by intense competition and a nail-biting Super Over that ultimately went in Sri Lanka's favor.

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the United States and Iran have reached a landmark peace agreement aimed at easing months of regional tensions. According to Sharif, the formal signing ceremony is expected to take place in Geneva, Switzerland, with Pakistan playing a key diplomatic role. The proposed deal includes a ceasefire, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and renewed talks on Iran’s nuclear program. However, Israeli warnings and concerns over Hezbollah's activities continue to cast uncertainty over the agreement. World leaders have welcomed the development while stressing the need for sustained regional cooperation. (PC: X)

A security scare unfolded in south Kolkata on Monday when an unidentified youth allegedly hurled an egg at Trinamool Congress MLA Kunal Ghosh shortly after he exited the Kalighat residence of party chief Mamata Banerjee. The incident caused a brief commotion, with security personnel immediately stepping in. Videos of the attack quickly surfaced on social media, drawing political attention and raising concerns over the safety of public representatives. Authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident, while the motive behind the attack and the identity of the accused are yet to be officially confirmed. 

At least 11 people were killed and 53 injured in a wave of Russian missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on Monday. Four people died in Kyiv, while five rescue workers were killed in Kharkiv while fighting a fire caused by the strikes. The attacks also damaged the 11th-century Dormition Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kyiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called it a major attack on Christian culture. More than 140,000 people in Kyiv were left without electricity. Russia denied targeting the cathedral and said the strikes were aimed at military sites.

Canada’s Manitoba province has ended the Career Employment Pathway (CEP), a popular route that helped international students gain permanent residency after graduation. The change took effect immediately and is expected to affect many Indian students. Under the new system, graduates must have at least six months of continuous work experience in Manitoba and a long-term full-time job offer to qualify for permanent residency. Officials said the move aims to better match immigration with labour market needs. Manitoba added that international graduates remain a priority, but work experience and employment will now play a bigger role in immigration decisions.

2 people died and 6 others were injured after a fire broke out at a restopub in Karnataka’s Mysuru on Monday. The victims were identified as Sahin, 26, from Darjeeling, and Prakash, 24, from Nepal. Firefighters used ladders to rescue around 15 people trapped inside the building. Officials said the injured, including customers and the pub owner, are receiving treatment and are out of danger. According to fire officials, a short circuit may have caused the blaze. Wooden decorative items inside the pub may have helped the fire spread quickly. Police and fire officials are investigating the incident.

Iran on Monday said it still deeply mistrusts the United States despite a new framework aimed at reducing tensions between the two countries. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the mistrust comes from a long history of American actions against Iran. He described the agreement as only a first step toward ending the conflict that began in February. Iran also called on the US to ensure that Israel follows its commitments under the proposed deal. The agreement includes plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin talks on Iran’s nuclear programme, though major disagreements remain unresolved.