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Thousands turned out for Pope Francis' funeral at the Vatican, with global leaders like former President Trump in attendance. The service celebrated Francis’ legacy of solidarity with the marginalized and concluded with his burial at St. Mary Major. Memorials worldwide underscored his far-reaching impact. The conclave to choose his successor will start after a nine-day mourning period.

The 2024–25 Indian football season is set to launch with the Durand Cup on July 26, followed by the Indian Super League in September. Mohammedan Sporting Club joins the ISL, heating up Kolkata derbies. Key tournaments will span the year, and the AIFF Youth League expands its grassroots focus.

A brutal terror attack shook Jammu and Kashmir’s Baisaran Valley on April 22, 2025, leaving 28 dead and 20 injured. The Lashkar-e-Taiba-linked group claimed responsibility, sparking condemnation from the UN and outreach by Iran and Saudi Arabia. India has ramped up counter-terrorism efforts in response.

Lucknow Super Giants stormed to their first victory of IPL 2025, crushing Sunrisers Hyderabad by five wickets. Nicholas Pooran blazed 70 from 26 balls, while Mitchell Marsh hammered 50 to power an electric chase, making light work of a 191 target. Shardul Thakur’s 4-wicket haul had kept SRH in check.

Chennai Super Kings kicked off IPL 2025 with a thrilling four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians, thanks to a fiery spell from Noor Ahmad and powerful batting from Ruturaj Gaikwad and Rachin Ravindra. MI struggled to defend 155, as CSK won with five balls to spare.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued severe heatwave warnings for 10 major states, spotlighting Delhi's record temperatures and urging urgent precautions. Residents in affected regions should brace for prolonged periods of extreme heat, poor air quality, and take steps to minimize health risks.

Vivo’s T4 5G has landed in India, packing a huge 7300mAh battery, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, an ultra-bright AMOLED display, and a 50MP OIS camera. The mid-range device is priced from ₹21,999 and comes with fast charging, Android 15, and bank discounts.

Hindi poems have taken center stage this Earth Day 2025, vividly promoting environmental awareness and personal responsibility. Three selected works urge people to listen to the planet, appreciate our roots, and take daily action. These poems are now being used in schools and community events to inspire greener choices.

Ashwani Kumar stunned the cricket world by taking four wickets on debut for Mumbai Indians, breaking records and helping secure victory over KKR. The young Punjab quick, snapped up for ₹30 lakh, showcased his death-bowling skills, highlighting MI's talent-scouting strategy and sending waves across the IPL.

The Supreme Court of India has launched a comprehensive online archive to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the historic Kesavananda Bharati case. The webpage provides multilingual access to detailed judgments and key documents, highlighting the case’s enduring role in shaping India’s constitutional boundaries.