Mamata Banerjee blames the BJP and police after the Kolkata rally clash, as the TMC claims 41 workers were injured in the protest. The TMC-BJP clash at the Hazra rally has intensified political tensions, while Mamata has threatened legal action over alleged violations of the Calcutta High Court rally order. TMC rally over Baruipur case turns violent in south Kolkata A protest rally led by Trinamool Congress supremo and former West Bengal Chief Minister M

TMC slams ED after Rs 440.42 crore in party accounts frozen The All India Trinamool Congress has strongly criticised the Enforcement Directorate after the agency froze Rs 440.42 crore lying in three HDFC Bank accounts of the party, triggering a fresh political confrontation in West Bengal. The TMC described the action as politically motivated and alleged that investig

Ireland has approved a ban on goods produced in Israeli settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, marking a sharp political move in its growing dispute with Israel. The measure targets products made in areas that Ireland considers occupied territory and outside Israel’s internationally recognised borders. The direct trade impact is expected to be limited, but the decision carries strong diplomatic weight. Dublin has framed the mov

Mamata House Arrest Claim Deepens Baruipur Case Row Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s alleged house arrest has added a major political twist to the Baruipur case, where the death of a 12-year-old girl has triggered anger, protests and demands for justice. The Trinamool Congress claimed that Banerjee was stopped from leaving her residence when she planned to visit the victim’s family in Baruipur.

The Baruipur minor girl death case in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas has triggered a major police investigation after the child was found dead near a pond and a suspected accused was allegedly lynched by angry locals. Police have formed a Special Investigation Team to probe the case, while officials said raids and further action are underway to identify everyone involved in the alleged crime and the violence that followed.

Mbappe's four-word post follows France win over Paraguay France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals after battling past Paraguay 1-0 in a tightly contested Round of 16 encounter. Kylian Mbappe once again proved to be the difference, converting a second-half penalty before sharing a simple four-word message on social media that quickly went viral: "A day at work." The victory was far fro

The match ball from Argentina’s 1986 World Cup quarterfinal win over England, remembered for Diego Maradona’s “Hand of God” goal, is heading back to auction as one of soccer’s most famous collectibles returns to the market. Heritage Auctions has listed the ball with a starting bid of $2.5 million. The same ball previously sold for nearly $2.4 million in 2022, while Maradona’s shirt from the match sold that year for about $9.2 million, setting a major benchmark for soccer

Ronaldo shuts down retirement talk after World Cup knockout drama in Toronto Cristiano Ronaldo has cooled intense speculation over his international future after Portugal’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Croatia in a tense knockout clash at the

Balogun red card overshadows USA’s knockout win over Bosnia The FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between United States men's national soccer team and Bosnia and Herzegovina ended 2-0 in favor of the USA, but the result was heavily overshadowed by a VAR-driven red card

A dramatic turnaround in Seattle Belgium produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the World Cup 2026 as they defeated Senegal in a tense Round of 32 clash that swung wildly until the final moments. Trailing 2-0 deep into the second half, Belgium looked on the verge of elimination before a stunning late revival changed the course of the match entirely.

High-intensity start at a charged Azteca Mexico produced a controlled and aggressive opening phase at Estadio Azteca, using high pressing and quick transitions to force Ecuador deep into their half from the first whistle. The atmosphere in Mexico City was intense, with a capacity crowd driving early momentum despite a brief weather interruption that paused rhythm and

Paraguay deliver shock elimination in Round of 32 On June 29, 2026, Paraguay produced one of the biggest shocks of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw across 120 minutes in the Round of 32 at Foxborough Stadium, Boston. The result ended Germany’s campaign earlier than expected and marked a historic knockout victory for Paraguay. Germany controlled possession for long stretches and dictated the tempo of the match, but their inability to convert dominance into goals proved costly. Paraguay stayed compact, defending deep and relying on structured transitions. Their breakthrough came in the first half through Julio Enciso, who finished a sharp attacking move despite carrying an injury concern into the match. Germany responded later through Kai Havertz, restoring balance but failing to break Paraguay’s resistance in normal and extra time. The match turned controversial in extra time when Germany briefly believed they had scored through Jonathan Tah. However, after a VAR review, the goal was disallowed due to a foul in the buildup involving obstruction on goalkeeper Orlando Gill. The decision shifted momentum again and kept Paraguay alive until penalties. Orlando Gill decisive as Germany collapse in shootout The penalty shootout became the defining phase of the contest. Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill delivered a standout performance, saving crucial attempts and applying pressure on German takers throughout the sequence. Germany, despite having experienced players including Manuel Neuer, struggled with execution under pressure. The decisive moment came when Jonathan Tah sent his penalty over the crossbar, sealing Germany’s elimination. Jose Canale converted the final kick to complete Paraguay’s 4-3 shootout victory and send them into the Round of 16. The result highlights two contrasting trends in modern tournament football: Germany’s repeated struggles in knockout finishing efficiency, and Paraguay’s disciplined, defensive structure combined with clinical execution at key moments. For Paraguay, June 29, 2026 will be remembered as a landmark night that redefined their World Cup legacy.

The 2026 World Cup Texas schedule brings major knockout matches to Houston and Arlington, with Brazil, Japan, Norway, Côte d’Ivoire, Australia, Egypt and Canada all appearing in the state. The first Texas knockout match is Brazil vs. Japan at 12:00 PM CDT on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Houston Stadium. The game falls exactly 68 years after Brazil won its first World Cup championship against Sweden on June 29, 1958. Pelé, then 17, scored five goals across the semifinal and final of

The Canada World Cup visa refusal rate for Indians reached about 71%, with only 355 of 1,225 FIFA 2026-related visitor visa applications approved, according to data attributed to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The figures cover applications processed from Saturday, November 15, 2025, through Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Canada processed nearly 17,000 visitor visa applications linked to the tournament during that period and approved

Spain’s remarkable unbeaten run has now stretched to 33 matches, underlining their consistency and dominance across different international challenges. The team has continued to deliver strong performances against a wide range of opponents, maintaining momentum as they progress through the World Cup group stage. Defender Aymeric Laporte has downplayed external concerns regarding Uruguay, stressing that Spain’s priority is to remain focused on their own tactical approach, execution, and ov

South Africa have written a new chapter in their football history after securing a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the very first time. Bafana Bafana defeated South Korea 1-0 in their final Group A match, completing one of the tournament's most inspiring turnaround stories. The achievement is even more remarkable considering the challenges South Africa faced before the competition began. Due to administrative issues and visa

Kolkata, June 24, 2026: Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra has stirred fresh political discussions in West Bengal after publicly recalling the support she received from Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari during the early stages of her political journey. Her remarks come at a crucial time when the TMC is facing internal challenges, defections, and a growing leadership crisis. Mahua Moitra described her relationship with Suvendu Adhikari as one built on personal respect and emotion

Alleged internal revolt in TMC triggers political buzz A major political development has been reported within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in West Bengal, with claims of an internal revolt challenging the leadership of party supremo Mamata Banerjee and MP Abhishek Banerjee. According to reports, the development unfolded shortly after the state’s first BJP-led government presented its budget in the Assembly, adding to the political tension in the state.

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal judge has kept the Trump administration’s proposed $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund on hold after senior officials declined to provide sworn assurances that the program had been abandoned. U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema issued a preliminary injunction on Friday, June 12, 2026, barring the Justice and Treasury departments from creating, financing or operating the fund. The order

Uddhav Thackeray Rejects Congress Merger Claim As Sena UBT Faces Fresh Rift Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has firmly rejected speculation that his party may merge with the Congress, as internal tension grows after six Lok Sabha MPs skipped a crucial party meeting. Speaking in Mumbai during the 60th foundation day event of the undivided Shiv Sena, Th