Asian Games 2026: India shine as hockey team wins 19-0, shooters bag silver

The Pentagon estimates the US conflict with Iran has cost $45.1 billion. This figure surpasses earlier Congressional Budget Office projections for the war. The Pentagon's estimate includes war-related expenses and additional fuel costs. However, it does not cover repairs or indirect military operation costs. The conflict's ongoing nature suggests continued financial expenditures.

Suchika Tariyal secured an Asian Games medal in MMA on Sunday. She advanced to the semifinals after defeating Mongolia's Altanchimeg Baigalmaa. Her combat sports career began with Judo and evolved through Ju-Jitsu. Tariyal also achieved success in professional MMA after a seven-year break. She previously served in public service and sports administration roles.

The UN General Assembly takes center stage in New York this week, bringing together global leaders to debate pressing issues such as the Middle East crisis, Ukraine's turmoil, and the dangers posed by artificial intelligence. Notably, President Donald Trump will take the floor again, although Xi Jinping will not be present. This event challenges the United Nations to rethink its significance and address financial strains from member countries.

Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors’ livelihoods. He backs designated vending zones with proper sanitation and regulation, while stressing that footpaths should remain accessible to pedestrians. Mundhe says local authorities and FDA must work together to ensure safe, organised and sustainable vending.

Maharashtra FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe says India must improve street-food hygiene without hurting vendors’ livelihoods. He backs designated vending zones with proper sanitation and regulation, while stressing that footpaths should remain accessible to pedestrians. Mundhe says local authorities and FDA must work together to ensure safe, organised and sustainable vending.

Good in people: A 6-year-old’s simple response to her mother’s forgotten TV chore has touched thousands online, offering a tender reminder of how children can notice the everyday sacrifices adults often overlook.The mother, who was going through a difficult period, was moved to tears when her daughter recognized everything she does for the family and told her, “It’s ok to forget.”

A viral X post claims a fired employee accepted a $15,000 payment after being asked not to contact company clients, then questioned management about an alleged $380,000 transfer from a client account. The post claims investigators later uncovered altered records and an approval trail involving executives, with three executives eventually charged.

India’s street-food vendors are facing tighter enforcement as cities reclaim pavements and push for cleaner public spaces. But without designated vending areas, basic infrastructure and consistent regulation, thousands of small businesses risk being pushed further into informality. From Mumbai to Singapore, the challenge is balancing hygiene, accessibility, livelihoods and urban planning.

India’s street-food vendors are facing tighter enforcement as cities reclaim pavements and push for cleaner public spaces. But without designated vending areas, basic infrastructure and consistent regulation, thousands of small businesses risk being pushed further into informality. From Mumbai to Singapore, the challenge is balancing hygiene, accessibility, livelihoods and urban planning.

A high-speed BMW crash on Mumbai Coastal Road early Sunday morning resulted in three fatalities. The vehicle was traveling from Marine Drive towards Haji Ali when the driver lost control. Two deceased individuals were identified as Shanay Gajjal and Dhirya Seth. An unidentified 25-year-old man also died, and a 20-year-old passenger is critically injured. The accident occurred around 5:20 AM near Lotus Jetty.

A high-speed BMW crash on Mumbai Coastal Road early Sunday morning resulted in three fatalities. The vehicle was traveling from Marine Drive towards Haji Ali when the driver lost control. Two deceased individuals were identified as Shanay Gajjal and Dhirya Seth. An unidentified 25-year-old man also died, and a 20-year-old passenger is critically injured. The accident occurred around 5:20 AM near Lotus Jetty.

Security has been tightened in Bhalesa in Doda district following recent terror-related developments in the Doda-Udhampur belt. Exclusive visuals show personnel of the Special Operations Group conducting intensive search operations and patrolling in border and interior areas as security forces maintain heightened vigilance in the region.