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Flashfloods from a cloudburst in Reasi's Bathoi village on Thursday caused significant damage to homes and blocked roads with mudslides. Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were reported. This marks the fifth such event in the Jammu region recently. Authorities are providing immediate assistance to affected families, while adverse weather also led to the suspension of pilgrimages in Kishtwar.

Andy Robertson’s transfer to Tottenham Hotspur and his upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign have put the spotlight back on his financial portfolio. The ex-Liverpool FC star has made millions from his wages, endorsement deals, bonuses and investments and is one of Scotland’s richest footballers and one of the Premier League’s most successful defenders.

A moderate 5.0 magnitude earthquake jolted Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh on Friday night at 10:04 pm. Tremors were felt across Chamba and nearby areas, including the state capital Shimla. No casualties or significant damage have been reported following the shallow 5-kilometer deep earthquake.

Spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya asserted that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir would have been integrated with India had Operation Sindoor continued for two more days. Speaking at a Shriram Katha event attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, he highlighted the operation's success in destroying terror infrastructure.

Alexander Zverev advanced to the French Open final after a four-set victory over Jakub Mensik. The German second seed, now a strong favorite with top contenders eliminated, will compete for his maiden Grand Slam title. Zverev overcame a brief resurgence from Mensik to secure his place in the championship match.

Amazon engineers have voiced concerns over the company's massive AI infrastructure investments alongside significant layoffs. Speaking at a Seattle City Council hearing, they highlighted the irony of building data centers to power AI that replaces human jobs. This led to a yearlong ban on new data center construction in Seattle, allowing time for new regulations.

Damar Hamlin told Business Insider that his 2023 cardiac arrest was “not even top three” among the hardest things he has faced. The Buffalo Bills safety said the experience changed how he trains, eats, thinks about longevity, and views his legacy after returning to the NFL.

What does the GDP data tell us about India’s economic prospects? Will the real hit from the US-Iran conflict reflect in the first quarter GDP numbers? And, is India’s long-term growth story under threat? Let’s take a look:

Immigrants are driving America's innovation, founding 59% of billion-dollar startups, known as unicorns. People of Indian origin lead this trend, establishing 96 such companies. These ventures employ thousands and contribute trillions to the U.S. economy, challenging narratives of immigrants harming the job market. International students also play a crucial role in this entrepreneurial surge.

Nepal's Kushal Bhurtel is on a record-breaking spree at the Asian Games qualifiers, smashing back-to-back T20I centuries. Days after hitting six sixes in an over, he delivered another stunning century, powering Nepal to a massive win. This remarkable feat places him in an elite group of cricketers with consecutive T20I hundreds.

England opener Emilio Gay marked his Test debut against New Zealand at Lord's with a composed 57 in the second innings. His crucial half-century anchored the hosts against a disciplined pace attack. With this knock, Gay became the first England men's opener to score a debut fifty on home soil since Andrew Strauss in 2004, stabilising the top order.

Captain Shubman Gill emphasizes Test cricket's unparalleled satisfaction as India prepares for their one-off Test against Afghanistan. Acknowledging the challenging transition from IPL, Gill expressed confidence in young talents and highlighted the significance of this match for building momentum ahead of crucial World Test Championship fixtures. He stressed Afghanistan's formidable progress, urging against underestimation.

Following K. Annamalai's resignation from the BJP and announcement of a new political movement, significant fallout has hit the Tamil Nadu unit. State vice president Karu Nagarajan and 15 other officials, including state secretary Sumathi Venkatesh, have also quit. Annamalai cited differing visions and a desire for a broader platform, while the state BJP president downplayed the impact.

Bihar is set to transform its infrastructure with three new riverfront expressways spanning 220 km along the Ganga and Gandak rivers. These four-lane corridors, including Vishwamitra Path, Ganga Ambika Path, and Narayani Path, will significantly boost connectivity to Uttar Pradesh and national transport networks, promising a major uplift for the state's real estate sector.