The Royals enter the Doctor Who universe: King Charles and Queen Camilla beam into Commonwealth Games in TARDIS

'Massive attack coming... wait, never mind': Iran mocks US 'theatre diplomacy,' rejects Trump's claim of Hormuz progress

'I was almost trafficked in Paris,' says Australian woman, shares terrifying ordeal - 'I am on the black market'

France offers deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with 94 to be made in India

Ukrainian astronomers see gargantuan objects dashing at 39,600 kmph on the Moon - 'They can reach Earth in 20 minutes'

Pakistan inks defence pact with Somalia amid Houthi threat in Bab al-Mandab | Gravitas

Cabinet approves ₹23,731 crore GOBARdhan scheme to boost compressed biogas production

India avoids higher US tariff, secures lower 10% rate. Here's how

Zendaya and Tom Holland celebrate their marriage with private reception in England

Lightning bolt strikes football field in Thailand, killing a player during a match

At least 30 Yemeni troops killed in Houthi missile and drone attacks; toll may go up

Mark Zuckerberg apologises to Indian government over harmful content, platform errors amid PM video row

Who is Shreya Kalra? Meet the social media star who lifted the Lock Upp 2 trophy

High-profile tennis club kills its long-term resident geese for pooping on the court

The Paradise teaser: Nani's intense avatar and stunning visuals impress fans; new release date announced

New Friday OTT releases (August 7, 2026): Operation Safed Sagar, Vadhandhi, Main Vaapis Aaunga- 6 movies and TV shows on Netflix, Prime Video and more

The genetic roots of Tamils: 75,000 DNA markers decoded in latest study of Sangam-era settlement

NZ female politician joins meeting from bathroom with underwear hanging - 'You can see my washing, you can see me'

Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth scripts history as Indian Air Force gets its first woman ‘Top Gun’ pilot

'I would like to support...': Sonam Wangchuk reveals if he will join Jharkhand student protesters in Ranchi

Several Indian states ban analogue paneer: Experts explain what it is and the health risks | WION Decodes

Trump says Iranian school bombing photos could be AI-generated - 'I don’t think...'

'Dhoni Made Fleming Great': Panesar says ECB made the wrong choice for England Test coach

Born in the USA? Trump targets 'birth tourism' with new birthright citizenship executive order

Michael 2 plans revealed: Makers to start filming soon with THIS release window

Ex top Pakistan official blames economic woes on China: Here's how CPEC became a failure

‘Certain munitions are unlimited, others...’: Did Trump admit some US weapons supplies were limited?

From Jos Buttler to Kieron Pollard, 5 highest run-scorers in T20 cricket

Why Russian tanks are much lighter compared to US tanks

At least 4 killed 15 injured in shooting at school near Bangkok

US may force more visa applicants to make social media accounts public under Trump's new plan

Who is Abhay Kumar Tiwari? The alleged mastermind of Jharkhand exam paper leaks

Secret weapon test blamed for US plane crash that killed four | Gravitas

IMF data shows Kiribati tops global government spending as a share of GDP, followed by Marshall Islands and Ukraine. The ranking highlights how island economies and welfare-driven nations allocate public funds differently.

From Kiribati to France: Which countries spend the most? Check India’s rank

As India approaches the centenary of its independence, its greatest strength has been the continuity of its national mission. Successful nations build through continuity as much as through change. 

India at 80: From Nehru’s ‘Tryst with Destiny’ to Viksit Bharat 2047—A view from Sri Lanka

A school shooting in Thailand’s Nonthaburi province injured 10–15 students on Friday. Police identified the suspected shooter as a student.

Trump said the Iran war could end soon and admitted some US munitions supplies were “a little bit tighter.” His remarks followed reports that stocks of key long-range missiles had been heavily depleted.

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has accused the United States of engaging in "theatre diplomacy", rejecting President Donald Trump's claims that talks over reopening the Strait of Hormuz are progressing. Tehran insists no negotiations are taking place.

The Trump admin is reportedly considering expanding social media vetting to more US visa applicants, including foreign journalists. Under the proposal, affected applicants may have to make their social media accounts public to allow government scrutiny as part of the visa screening process.

US President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at restricting birthright citizenship by targeting so called “birth tourism”. The move comes weeks after the Supreme Court blocked his earlier attempt to limit automatic US citizenship for children born on American soil.

If approved, the deal is likely to generate business opportunities worth around Rs 1.6 lakh crore for Indian companies like Tata Group, Larsen & Toubro, and other defence manufacturers, while significantly boosting the country’s aerospace manufacturing ecosystem.

Somalia is a key player in maritime trade and shipping, as it is adjacent to the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and Indian Ocean. Thus, even without military presence per se, an agreement could help Pakistan enhance its diplomatic prowess in the wake of the ongoing Houthi threat.

Smoke was seen billowing in Southern Lebanon's Mansouri village, which is home to nearly fifteen hundred people. IDF attacked this area after issuing an evacuation order in response to Hezbollah's alleged violation of the ceasefire.

Netanyahu reignites tensions with Lebanon strikes, Iran threatens to hit Gulf states | Gravitas

The C-90 air ambulance crashed into the Capitan mountains in New Mexico shortly after midnight on May 14. It was flying to pick up a patient when it went down, killing two pilots and two flight nurses. The crash sparked a wildfire that burned thousands of acres.

Donald Trump's proposed $275 billion "Trump Class" battleship programme has come under scrutiny after a US Congressional Budget Office report raised concerns over rising costs, shipbuilding capacity and the project's overall feasibility.

Trump's battleship fantasy gets a $275 billion reality check

Traditionally, the sole candidate nominated by the ruling party wins the presidential election unopposed and there is no need for any vote but if there is more than one candidate then voting will be held in parliament.

Bangladesh announces date for presidential election after Shahabuddin's resignation

Yemeni military sources said that the Houthis fired eight missiles from al-Jawf governorate, north of Marib, targeting al-Thiniya and al-Abr in Hadramout and al-Rouk in Marib. Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Saree claimed that the attacks led to hundreds of casualties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the two leaders reviewed sustained progress in India-Israel Special Strategic Partnership besides discussing the emerging situation in West Asia.

Indian, Israeli PMs discuss strategic partnership, West Asia situation

A Republican led US Senate committee voted to recommend contempt proceedings against former infectious diseases expert Anthony Fauci after he invoked his Fifth Amendment right during a hearing on the origins of the Covid 19 pandemic.

US Senate panel recommends contempt action against Anthony Fauci over Covid hearing

US sanctions push Cuba into full blown crisis, UN experts urge UN actionUN rights experts warned that expanding US sanctions are pushing Cuba into a full blown humanitarian crisis and urged the international community to take urgent action to prevent the situation from worsening.

US sanctions pushing Cuba into full blown crisis: UN experts urge Security Council action

Meta is rolling out autonomous capabilities letting Meta AI run recurring tasks unprompted — daily calendar briefings, meal plans, restock alerts — powered by Muse Spark 1.1. It arrives as Meta's automated systems face scrutiny over wrongful bans and ad-review failures.

Zuckerberg's Meta gives autonomous power to its AI which is already struggling to take correct decisions

The Centre spent ₹74.59 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits till July 2026, while 2025 recorded the highest annual expenditure, the government informed the Rajya Sabha.

PM Modi's foreign visits cost ₹74.59 crore in 2026 till July; 2025 recorded highest spending

Trump denied claims that the Iran conflict depleted US military stockpiles, saying the country has more than enough munitions and threatening legal action against leakers.

Trump denies US missile stockpile shortage, warns leakers of prosecution and jail

CCTV footage captured a Malaysian pilot arrested at Jakarta’s airport after customs officers profiled him and discovered 26kg of ecstasy, methamphetamine, and a fake urine sample in his luggage.



WATCH: Pilot tries to smuggle 26kg of ecstasy through Indonesia Airport

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has alleged that Meta restricted his account in India without explanation, accusing the company of bowing to political pressure from the Modi govt. The claim comes as Meta faces scrutiny in India over content moderation and the removal of PM's Facebook video.

'Don't bow down to PM Modi': Kejriwal claims Meta restricted his account in India

The US has tightened immigration processing rules, allowing officials to reject incomplete visa, green card and other benefit applications without first requesting missing documents. The new policy, effective August 5, raises the stakes for applicants, including thousands of Indians.

Planning to study or work in the US? One missing document could now cost Indians their US visa or green card

A North Carolina home shooting left three family members dead, including the suspected gunman, and another hospitalised. Authorities confirm it was an isolated incident with no ongoing public threat.

North Carolina family shooting leaves 3 dead, including suspected gunman. Here’s what happened

Beyond the academic plagiarism claims, questions also emerged over charity fundraising claims in his biography; archival records reportedly showed a 2010 JustGiving page raised only £6,285, not the £5 million his biography claimed. 

'Time to step away': Cambridge's youngest Black professor resigns amid plagiarism row - What we know

Samsung and Broadcom signed a $200 billion partnership through 2030 covering 2nm foundry manufacturing, HBM4E/HBM5 memory and advanced packaging. It's Samsung's strongest challenge to TSMC in custom AI silicon — though the agreement is an MOU, not a binding contract.

Samsung just signed a $200 billion chip pact with Broadcom to take on TSMC

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From Kiribati to France: Which countries spend the most? Check India’s rank

India at 80: From ‘Tryst with Destiny’ to Viksit Bharat—A view from Sri Lanka

At least 4 killed 15 injured in shooting at school near Bangkok

Did Trump admit some US munitions supplies were limited? What he said

'Massive attack coming... wait, never mind': Iran mocks US 'theatre diplomacy'

No private Instagram? Trump admin to expand public social media rule for visas

Trump targets 'birth tourism' with new birthright citizenship executive order

France offers deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with 94 to be made in India

Pakistan inks defence pact with Somalia amid Houthi threat in Bab al-Mandab

Israel strikes Lebanon, reignites tensions; Iran threatens to hit Gulf states

Secret weapon test blamed for US plane crash that killed four | Gravitas

Trump's battleship fantasy gets a $275 billion reality check

Bangladesh announces presidential election date after Shahabuddin's resignation

At least 30 Yemeni troops killed in Houthi missile and drone attacks; toll may go up

Indian, Israeli PMs discuss strategic partnership, West Asia situation

US Senate panel votes to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing

US sanctions pushing Cuba into full blown crisis: UN experts urge global action

Zuckerberg's Meta gives autonomous power to its AI

PM Modi's foreign visits cost ₹74.59 cr in 2026 till July; 2025 topped spending

Trump denies US missile stockpile shortage, warns leakers of prison

WATCH: Pilot tries to smuggle 26kg of ecstasy through Indonesia Airport

'Don't bow down to PM Modi': Did Meta block Kejriwal's account in India?

Applying for a US visa or green card? New rule could hit thousands of Indians

North Carolina family shooting leaves 3 dead, including suspected gunman

Cambridge's youngest Black professor resigns amid plagiarism row - What we know

Samsung just signed a $200 billion chip pact with Broadcom to take on TSMC