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During the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026, President Droupadi Murmu's compassionate gesture towards two grieving mothers, who received posthumous gallantry awards for their sons, captivated the nation. She rose from her seat to comfort them, demonstrating profound empathy beyond protocol. The stories of Lt. Shashank Tiwari and Sepoy Janjal Pravin Prabhakar highlighted immense bravery and sacrifice.

Brazil’s national football team received a unique and emotional send-off before departing for the FIFA World Cup. On Monday, the team left Rio de Janeiro for the United States, where they will begin preparations for the tournament. A special ceremony involving the team aircraft created excitement. The unusual tradition sparked curiosity and became a talking point as Brazil started its journey toward another World Cup campaign.

A family dispute over funeral arrangements for their mother tragically turned deadly in Gorakhpur. Brother Durgvijay Sharma allegedly shot and killed his younger sibling, Shubham Sharma, following a heated argument about whether to hold a joint or separate post-death 'brahm bhoj' ceremony. The accused is currently on the run, with police actively pursuing his arrest.

Actress Lara Dutta celebrated her husband Mahesh Bhupathi's birthday with heartfelt Instagram stories, sharing unseen pictures and a sweet message. The couple, who met during a business meeting, tied the knot in 2011 and welcomed their daughter Saira in 2012. Dutta recently marked 15 years of marriage, describing their dynamic as 'fire and air' and highlighting their enduring bond.

A tragic celebration turned deadly in Gwalior when a woman was fatally shot by celebratory gunfire at her son's naming ceremony. Instead of reporting the incident, her husband and brother-in-law allegedly hid her body in a deep freezer, planning a secret cremation. Suspicious neighbours alerted police, leading to the discovery and the men's flight.

Brazil, the five-time World Cup champions, embarked on their 2026 campaign with a special send-off ceremony in Rio de Janeiro. Their team aircraft received a traditional water salute before departing for the tournament. The Seleção, aiming to reclaim football's biggest prize, will kick off their Group C matches against Morocco on June 14.

A devastating Delhi hotel fire claimed 21 lives, including 17 foreign nationals, with investigations revealing safety lapses and illegal expansion. In West Bengal, a TMC leader claimed rebel status as opposition leader. Meanwhile, India condemned a Kuwait airport attack that killed an Indian national. DK Shivakumar took oath as Karnataka CM, projecting Congress unity.

Over 50 cyclists take part in rally promoting health, road safety and environmental awareness

A staggering 7.8-magnitude earthquake has rocked the southern Philippines, resulting in a profound loss of life with at least 45 confirmed deceased and 17 missing. The relentless aftershocks complicate an already dire scenario, hampering rescue operations amid the rubble of various structures, most notably a grocery store.