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The Delhi High Court turned down bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and seven others in the 2020 Delhi riots case. The judges said protests that turn violent aren’t protected speech. Imam has moved the case to the Supreme Court hoping for a different outcome.
In a big trade twist, a U.S. appeals court ruled that most of Donald Trump’s tariffs were illegal. The decision says the president can’t set tariffs without Congress. The ruling is on hold while the case moves forward, but it could change how trade policy works in the future.
On the international front, Israel and Iran fought a twelve‑day air‑only conflict in June. Jets, missiles and drones dominated the sky, while ground troops stayed out of the fighting. The U.S. stepped in late, helping push both sides toward a ceasefire.
Heavy rains are pounding North India. The IMD issued red alerts for Punjab, Delhi‑NCR and parts of Uttar Pradesh. Floods have forced evacuations and disrupted travel, with the Yamuna river nearing historic high levels. Authorities are on high alert for more rain through the week.
In Uttarakhand, a cloudburst hit Chamoli’s Tharali area, prompting a 24‑hour warning for dangerous rain. The IMD says landslides and flash floods are likely, especially in hilly stretches. Residents are advised to stay away from vulnerable spots.
Sports fans have a lot to talk about. KKR faces PBKS in an IPL 2025 playoff at Eden Gardens, where a true‑bounce pitch and evening dew could shape the game. Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans signed Kusal Mendis as a historic replacement for Jos Buttler in the IPL playoffs, marking the first time a player joins mid‑tournament.
Cricket also saw Cooper Connolly snag a record five‑for against South Africa in an ODI, becoming the youngest Australian to do so. His performance helped Australia post a massive 431 runs and crush South Africa by 276 runs.
On the entertainment side, Tiger Shroff’s new trailer for Baaghi 4 promises darker action and a menacing villain played by Sanjay Dutt. The film is set to hit theatres in early September and is already sparking buzz among action fans.
Celebrity news isn’t slowing down either. Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha announced they’re expecting their first child, sharing the joyful moment on Instagram. Fans flooded the post with wishes, and the couple’s upcoming projects are already in the pipeline.
That’s the quick rundown for Qualifier 1. Keep checking back for fresh updates, deeper analysis and the stories that shape our day.
RCB stormed into the IPL 2025 final after thumping PBKS by 8 wickets in Qualifier 1. Punjab’s batting collapsed for 101, as Hazlewood and Dayal ripped through their top order. Phil Salt's rapid 56* powered RCB to victory in just 10 overs, recording their biggest playoff win ever.