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Jaspal Rana, one of India's most accomplished shooters and a highly respected coach, passed away at the age of 49, leaving the Indian sporting fraternity in mourning. A multiple-time Asian Games gold medallist, Rana was a pioneering figure in Indian shooting and played a crucial role in the sport's growth over the past three decades. After an illustrious competitive career, he transitioned into coaching and became instrumental in nurturing the country's next generation of shooters. Rana was widely recognized for mentoring Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and helping shape India's rise as a global shooting powerhouse. He reportedly suffered health complications following his return from the ISSF World Cup in Munich and passed away in a Delhi hospital. His contributions as both a champion athlete and mentor have left an enduring legacy in Indian sport.
From crowded sports bars to flag-waving celebrations across cities, India's World Cup fever is palpable despite cricket's dominance, with nearly 59% of Indians planning to follow the tournament in an unprecedented football frenzy. Zee Entertainment secured a late USD 40 million broadcast deal just one week before tournament kickoff, ensuring live coverage across its Unite8 channels and Zee 5 streaming platform, after unfavorable time zones, with most matches airing late at night, dampened broadcaster interest and slashed FIFA's initial asking price from USD 100 million. Yet behind the vibrant enthusiasm lies a bittersweet reality: India's absence from the World Cup contrasts sharply with four players of Indian origin representing other nations, highlighting systemic gaps in India's football development infrastructure compared to nations with stronger academy systems. The images capture India's passionate fandom, a nation yearning for its moment on football's grandest stage.
On June 12, 2025, Air India flight AI-171 crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad, claiming 260 lives in one of India's deadliest aviation disasters. The tragedy left families and communities across the country grieving, while investigations into the cause of the crash continued. One year later those affected continue to remember those who lost their lives and seek answers to the questions raised by the disaster
Reigning World Cup champions Argentina arrived in Kansas City to begin their title defense preparations, drawing massive attention as Lionel Messi and La Albiceleste settled into their training base. The team's first media-opened workout at Sporting Kansas City's facilities attracted hundreds of reporters, highlighting the immense global interest surrounding their championship campaign. Argentina is staying at the Origin Hotel at the Berkley Riverfront and will train at Sporting Kansas City's Compass Minerals National Performance Center, with enhanced security measures in place due to Messi's worldwide prominence. Coach Lionel Scaloni's 26-man roster features 17 players from the team that triumphed against France in Qatar's 2022 final, headlined by 39-year-old Messi. Argentina begins their title defense against Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium on June 16, seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.
Afghanistan A pulled off a stunning upset in the ODI Tri-Nation Series, defeating India A by four runs via the DLS method in a rain-affected contest at Dambulla. India A piled up a formidable 349/9 in 49 overs, powered by half-centuries from Ruturaj Gaikwad, Tilak Varma and Prabhsimran Singh, while youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi provided a blistering start. In reply, Afghanistan A came out firing and raced to 177/2 in just 25.5 overs before rain interrupted play. Their aggressive approach ensured they stayed ahead of the revised DLS target, handing India A a shock defeat despite the massive first-innings total. The result marked a significant achievement for Afghanistan A, who showcased fearless batting and capitalized on the weather intervention to register a memorable victory in the tri-series.
The New York Knicks moved within one win of their first NBA championship in more than five decades after edging the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in a thrilling Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden. In a contest that remained tight throughout, the Knicks delivered in the clutch to protect home court and take a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. San Antonio fought back repeatedly and had opportunities late, but New York held its nerve in the closing moments to secure a crucial one-point victory. The result puts immense pressure on the Spurs heading into Game 5 in San Antonio, where they must win to keep their title hopes alive. Meanwhile, the Knicks are now just one victory away from completing a historic championship run.
Bangladesh secured its first one-day international series win over Australia on Thursday. A 2 1/2-hour rain delay forced a revised DLS target of 192 in 41 overs and Bangladesh reached 195-5 with six overs to spare to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. The third and final game will be played at the same venue on Sunday. The depleted Australians started the match losing three wickets without a run on the board. Half-centuries from Marnus Labuschagne (55 not out) and Xavier Bartlett (52) bailed them out to 187-8 in 42 overs. Opening batter Soumya Sarkar, the only change Bangladesh made from the team which won the first game at the same venue by 86 runs on the DLS Method, and Najmul Hossain Shanto both made 42 runs each while Towhid Hridoy was unbeaten on 40 off 55 balls.
Find today's news in pics from India and around the world for June 11, 2026
In a rematch of the 2010 FIFA World Cup opener in Johannesburg, Mexico and South Africa will be up against each other once again in the 2026 edition of the competition at the iconic Estadio Azteca. El Tri are the stronger of the two in terms of star power and form, as they have beaten Ghana 2–0, Australia 1–0, and then thrashed Serbia 5–1 in the International friendlies, leading into the opening match of the World Cup. Veteran Edson Alvarez will look after El Tri's defence, whereas Atletico Madrid's probable Obed Vargas will be in the middle, and Raul Jimenez will lead the line. Mexico last lost an opening match back in 1994 to Norway, and since then they have won five of the seven matches played while drawing two. On the other hand, South Africa may lack the star power but they are far from pushovers, which they exhibited in the 1-1 draw back in 2010
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