Which players have scored the opening goals in FIFA World Cups?
Mexico's Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Previous opening-match goalscorers include Enner Valencia (2022), Yury Gazinsky (2018), Marcelo (2014, own goal), Siphiwe Tshabalala (2010), Philipp Lahm (2006), and Papa Bouba Diop (2002). Cesar Sampaio scored the first goal of FIFA World Cup 1998, while Lucien Laurent netted the first-ever World Cup goal in 1930.
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Mexico's Julián Quiñones scored the opening goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Previous opening-match goalscorers include Enner Valencia (2022), Yury Gazinsky (2018), Marcelo (2014, own goal), Siphiwe Tshabalala (2010), Philipp Lahm (2006), and Papa Bouba Diop (2002). Cesar Sampaio scored the first goal of FIFA World Cup 1998, while Lucien Laurent netted the first-ever World Cup goal in 1930.
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Kenya gives airport contract to Chinese firm at 50% higher cost after Adani deal collapse
Kenya has awarded a $2.9 billion contract to a Chinese company to modernise Nairobi airport, two years after a proposed deal with Adani Group collapsed. The contract value is roughly 50% higher than Adani Group’s proposed airport concession. US Department of Justice had raised fraud allegations against the group in a US case, prompting Kenyan President to withdraw their contract.
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Kenya has awarded a $2.9 billion contract to a Chinese company to modernise Nairobi airport, two years after a proposed deal with Adani Group collapsed. The contract value is roughly 50% higher than Adani Group’s proposed airport concession. US Department of Justice had raised fraud allegations against the group in a US case, prompting Kenyan President to withdraw their contract.
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How can Argentina and Portugal face each other in FIFA World Cup 2026?
Argentina (Group J) and Portugal (Group K) can face each other in several knockout scenarios at FIFA World Cup 2026. They could meet in quarterfinals if both win their groups and win two knockout matches. They could also meet in final if one tops its group and the other finishes second. If both finish second, a round-of-16 clash is possible.
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Argentina (Group J) and Portugal (Group K) can face each other in several knockout scenarios at FIFA World Cup 2026. They could meet in quarterfinals if both win their groups and win two knockout matches. They could also meet in final if one tops its group and the other finishes second. If both finish second, a round-of-16 clash is possible.
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Aamir tried to resolve Ranveer and Farhan's feud: FWICE's Ashoke
FWICE chief adviser Ashoke Pandit revealed that Aamir Khan had attempted to mediate the dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar before the matter reached the film body. “Many people from the industry had been trying to resolve the issue...That also didn’t work,” he said. The tensions reportedly surfaced after Ranveer’s exit from 'Don 3'.
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FWICE chief adviser Ashoke Pandit revealed that Aamir Khan had attempted to mediate the dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar before the matter reached the film body. “Many people from the industry had been trying to resolve the issue...That also didn’t work,” he said. The tensions reportedly surfaced after Ranveer’s exit from 'Don 3'.
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He made lasting contribution by nurturing talent: Prez on Jaspal Rana's demise
President Droupadi Murmu condoled demise of shooting legend Jaspal Rana. "Winner of several medals at global shooting competitions, he established himself as an icon of Indian sports. As an athlete and mentor, he made lasting contribution by nurturing young talent," she said. "His dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence will continue to inspire generations of sportspersons," she added.
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President Droupadi Murmu condoled demise of shooting legend Jaspal Rana. "Winner of several medals at global shooting competitions, he established himself as an icon of Indian sports. As an athlete and mentor, he made lasting contribution by nurturing young talent," she said. "His dedication, discipline and commitment to excellence will continue to inspire generations of sportspersons," she added.
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A year on, I still struggle with sleep and anxiety: Air India plane crash's lone survivor
Viswashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, said he still struggles with sleep, anxiety and difficult memories. "A year on...I'm still trying to rebuild my life and support my family as best I can," he added. The London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, killing 241 people onboard.
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Viswashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash, said he still struggles with sleep, anxiety and difficult memories. "A year on...I'm still trying to rebuild my life and support my family as best I can," he added. The London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, killing 241 people onboard.
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Stone pelted at Swarn Shatabdi Express with RSS chief Bhagwat onboard in UP, coach window broken
A stone was pelted at the Lucknow-Delhi Swarn Shatabdi Express near Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad on Thursday evening, with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat onboard. The window glass of the E-1 First AC coach, in which Bhagwat was travelling, was damaged. He remained safe and no passengers were injured. Police have detained one person and launched an investigation.
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A stone was pelted at the Lucknow-Delhi Swarn Shatabdi Express near Uttar Pradesh's Firozabad on Thursday evening, with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat onboard. The window glass of the E-1 First AC coach, in which Bhagwat was travelling, was damaged. He remained safe and no passengers were injured. Police have detained one person and launched an investigation.
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Cockroaches stay in gutter: Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan on CJP
Speaking about "Cockroach Janta Party" (CJP), Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said cockroaches are the ones who stay in gutters. Kalyan stated that young people have their own aspirations and their anger needs to be understood. He added that, during his interactions with youth, many said politics driven by "regional bias and a destructive approach" needs to change.
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Speaking about "Cockroach Janta Party" (CJP), Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said cockroaches are the ones who stay in gutters. Kalyan stated that young people have their own aspirations and their anger needs to be understood. He added that, during his interactions with youth, many said politics driven by "regional bias and a destructive approach" needs to change.
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NTA introduces 'candidate-friendly' changes for NEET exam, increases exam time by 15 mins
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced "candidate-friendly" changes for NEET UG 2026, scheduled to be held on June 21. Students will get extra 15 minutes and rough-work pages have been increased from two to four. Two rough-work pages will be placed after the instruction page at the beginning while other two pages will be placed at the end.
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced "candidate-friendly" changes for NEET UG 2026, scheduled to be held on June 21. Students will get extra 15 minutes and rough-work pages have been increased from two to four. Two rough-work pages will be placed after the instruction page at the beginning while other two pages will be placed at the end.
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Which are the world's safest and most unsafe countries?
Iceland is the world's safest country, according to the latest Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026. New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, Singapore, Finland and Japan ranked among the top 10 safest countries. Russia, Sudan, Pakistan, Ukraine, Israel and Syria emerged as the most unsafe countries. India ranked 127, while the US ranked 134 among 163 countries.
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Iceland is the world's safest country, according to the latest Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026. New Zealand, Switzerland, Slovenia, Ireland, Austria, Portugal, Singapore, Finland and Japan ranked among the top 10 safest countries. Russia, Sudan, Pakistan, Ukraine, Israel and Syria emerged as the most unsafe countries. India ranked 127, while the US ranked 134 among 163 countries.
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Very very unfortunate: Republican Congressman after 3 Indian sailors killed in US strike
Republican Congressman Rob Wittman said the death of three Indian sailors due to a US strike on a ship was a “very very unfortunate incident" and offered condolences to the victims' families. “US military is looking into that to try to determine exactly what happened there,” he said. Twenty-one Indian crew members were rescued from the ship after the strike.
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Republican Congressman Rob Wittman said the death of three Indian sailors due to a US strike on a ship was a “very very unfortunate incident" and offered condolences to the victims' families. “US military is looking into that to try to determine exactly what happened there,” he said. Twenty-one Indian crew members were rescued from the ship after the strike.
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Karnataka CM seeks ₹1 lakh crore Central aid for Bengaluru
CM D.K. Shivakumar, at the 11th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, sought Central funding for Bengaluru's infrastructure, citing 40% migrant population. He requested RRTS approval, Metro Phase 3, suburban rail funds, and ₹26,000 crore special grants. He also met PM Modi and Finance Minister Sitharaman, submitting state memoranda.
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CM D.K. Shivakumar, at the 11th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, sought Central funding for Bengaluru's infrastructure, citing 40% migrant population. He requested RRTS approval, Metro Phase 3, suburban rail funds, and ₹26,000 crore special grants. He also met PM Modi and Finance Minister Sitharaman, submitting state memoranda.
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Kerala man arrested for stealing, selling Zoomcar rental
A 32-year-old Kerala man, Misheal Shafeeq, was arrested in Bengaluru for renting a Maruti Swift on Zoomcar on April 24, failing to return it, and selling it in Kerala after fixing a fake number plate and removing FASTag and GPS. Police have sent a team to Kerala to recover the vehicle.
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A 32-year-old Kerala man, Misheal Shafeeq, was arrested in Bengaluru for renting a Maruti Swift on Zoomcar on April 24, failing to return it, and selling it in Kerala after fixing a fake number plate and removing FASTag and GPS. Police have sent a team to Kerala to recover the vehicle.
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Empty seats seen at FIFA World Cup 2026 match on opening day, fans question ticket prices
Several empty seats were spotted at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara as South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 on the FIFA World Cup 2026's opening day. Some fans at the stadium blamed the high ticket prices for the rows of empty seats and criticised FIFA for their pricing model. Earlier, FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended dynamic pricing policy amid criticism.
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Several empty seats were spotted at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara as South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 on the FIFA World Cup 2026's opening day. Some fans at the stadium blamed the high ticket prices for the rows of empty seats and criticised FIFA for their pricing model. Earlier, FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended dynamic pricing policy amid criticism.
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Nana's post taking a dig at 'Welcome To The Jungle' is fake
A viral screenshot claimed Nana Patekar took a dig at the makers of Welcome To The Jungle for excluding him and Anil Kapoor. The alleged post read, "25 actors ko toh le loge, lekin Uday aur Majnu Bhai jaise aura kaha se laoge." However, the screenshot is AI-generated and fake. Nana has not made any such comment about the film.
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A viral screenshot claimed Nana Patekar took a dig at the makers of Welcome To The Jungle for excluding him and Anil Kapoor. The alleged post read, "25 actors ko toh le loge, lekin Uday aur Majnu Bhai jaise aura kaha se laoge." However, the screenshot is AI-generated and fake. Nana has not made any such comment about the film.
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Police probe faults serious lapses in case investigation
A police commissioner has flagged serious shortcomings in the manner a case was investigated, following preliminary inquiries. The findings suggest procedural failures during the investigation process. Further details on the specific case or officers involved were not disclosed in the available report.
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A police commissioner has flagged serious shortcomings in the manner a case was investigated, following preliminary inquiries. The findings suggest procedural failures during the investigation process. Further details on the specific case or officers involved were not disclosed in the available report.
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Police probe faults serious lapses in case investigation
A police commissioner has flagged serious shortcomings in the manner a case was investigated, following preliminary inquiries. The findings suggest procedural failures during the investigation process. Further details on the specific case or officers involved were not disclosed in the available report.
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A police commissioner has flagged serious shortcomings in the manner a case was investigated, following preliminary inquiries. The findings suggest procedural failures during the investigation process. Further details on the specific case or officers involved were not disclosed in the available report.
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Consumer panel pulls up Mohali builder over delay in possession
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chandigarh, has directed a Mohali-based builder to deliver physical possession of a residential plot to a city resident within two months and pay ₹30,000 as compensation and litigation expenses. The complainant, Amar Pal, said that despite receiving a substantial amount from him, the builder never issued an allotment letter.
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The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chandigarh, has directed a Mohali-based builder to deliver physical possession of a residential plot to a city resident within two months and pay ₹30,000 as compensation and litigation expenses. The complainant, Amar Pal, said that despite receiving a substantial amount from him, the builder never issued an allotment letter.
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SC dismisses Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea against RS nomination rejection
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected the plea filed by Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan against rejection of nomination papers for Rajya Sabha elections. It said candidate needs to approach Election Commission if nomination is rejected by the returning officer. Rajya Sabha Election Returning Officer Arvind Sharma cancelled Meenakshi's nomination over non-disclosure of a criminal case in Telangana.
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The Supreme Court on Friday rejected the plea filed by Congress' Meenakshi Natarajan against rejection of nomination papers for Rajya Sabha elections. It said candidate needs to approach Election Commission if nomination is rejected by the returning officer. Rajya Sabha Election Returning Officer Arvind Sharma cancelled Meenakshi's nomination over non-disclosure of a criminal case in Telangana.
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Netanyahu ‘caught by surprise’ by Trump’s Iran deal announcement: Report
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly “caught by surprise” after US President Donald Trump cancelled strikes on Iran and said the US had reached a settlement to end the war. An Axios report said Netanyahu was kept in the dark over US-Iran negotiations in recent days and he had to reach out to allies in Trump administration to gather information.
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Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly “caught by surprise” after US President Donald Trump cancelled strikes on Iran and said the US had reached a settlement to end the war. An Axios report said Netanyahu was kept in the dark over US-Iran negotiations in recent days and he had to reach out to allies in Trump administration to gather information.
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