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Landslides triggered by incessant rainfall have severely disrupted travel in North Sikkim, specifically along the Lachen–Chungthang and Lachung–Chungthang roads. Authorities have deemed nighttime travel unsafe and suspended the issuance of permits for North Sikkim. All previously issued permits have been cancelled. Relief and repair efforts are underway, but hampered by the continuous downpour.

Pakistan has put the Simla Agreement on hold, citing India's alleged support for terrorism and disregard for international law. This agreement, signed in 1972, aimed to establish peaceful relations and resolve disputes bilaterally. Experts suggest this move could invalidate the Line of Control and remove restraints on both sides, potentially escalating tensions and impacting India's foreign policy.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a crucial victory against Rajasthan Royals, fueled by Virat Kohli's composed seventy and Josh Hazlewood's game-changing final overs. Kohli's innings anchored Bengaluru's innings, while Hazlewood's exceptional death bowling restricted Rajasthan's chase, ultimately sealing an eleven-run win for the home side. This victory propelled Bengaluru to third place, while Rajasthan's playoff aspirations suffered a setback.

Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar was seen enjoying a playful moment with Champak, the IPL's new robot dog, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium before a match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals. Champak, named through an online poll referencing a popular TV character, impressed Gavaskar with its ability to jump and run.

During an IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals, an umpire's hasty LBW decision created a stir. Initially signaling OUT on Krunal Pandya's appeal against Dhruv Jurel, the umpire quickly reversed his call to NOT OUT after Jurel's review showed a clear inside edge. Earlier, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal's half-centuries propelled RCB to 205/5 in Bengaluru.

INS Surat successfully tested a surface-to-air missile. The Indian Air Force executed 'Exercise Aakraman' with Rafale jets. These drills occurred after a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Tensions between India and Pakistan have increased. India suspended the Indus treaty. Pakistan responded by suspending the Simla Agreement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to punish terrorists and their supporters.

Sudeep Neupane, 27, was cremated at Triveni Ghat around noon, with hundreds, including local govt officials, gathered for the last rites. Sudeep, his family said, was shot immediately after he identified himself as a Hindu and had no time to explain that he was not from India.

Rajasthan Royals are dominating the IPL 2025 Powerplay with a league-leading 37 sixes, showcasing their aggressive batting strategy. Kolkata Knight Riders, Mumbai Indians, and Punjab Kings follow behind. Chennai Super Kings are surprisingly at the bottom with only five Powerplay sixes. Earlier, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a competitive 205 for five, powered by fluent half-centuries from Virat Kohli (70 off 42) and Devdutt Padikkal (50 off 27).

Virat Kohli achieved a new milestone in T20 cricket. He now holds the record for the most half-centuries while batting first. This happened during the IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals. Kohli scored 70 runs. RCB reached a total of 205/5. Sandeep Sharma and Jofra Archer took wickets for RR.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided Gensol Engineering Ltd offices and detained co-promoter Puneet Singh Jaggi amid financial misconduct allegations. This action, triggered by a SEBI report, accuses the Jaggi brothers of diverting funds obtained from Power Finance Corporation and IREDA Ltd into assets held by promoters and shell companies.