India faced a potential setback in the Champions Trophy with Jasprit Bumrah’s absence but turned to mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy. Varun delivered outstanding performances, taking five wickets against New Zealand and crucial strikes in knockout matches, helping India win the title. His unique bowling and mental toughness earned praise and made him a key player.

Syria plunges into renewed violence after the fall of Bashar al-Assad, with over 1,000 deaths in two days due to sectarian clashes. The insurgent leader Ahmad al-Sharaa’s forces are accused of brutal revenge attacks, exacerbating fears of prolonged conflict and instability.

According to police and witness accounts, the luxury SUV was moving at an excessive speed when it first struck an Activa scooter carrying two young women, before colliding with another Activa ahead, ridden by a man.