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David Attenborough, the man synonymous with wildlife documentaries, turns 100. His films that explore the globe, from oceans to mountains, now tell us about the impacts of climate change and the urgent need for change.

#Gravitas According to U.S. media reports, Donald Trump was reportedly forced to pause “Project Freedom,” a major U.S. naval escort operation in the Strait of Hormuz, after cooperation challenges with regional partners. Reports suggest that both Saudi Arabia and Kuwait did not grant full operational access, leading to a reassessment of the mission’s execution. The development highlights the complexity of maritime security coordination in a highly sensitive global energy corridor.

The comments FTA awaits passage in the European Parliament. Once ratified, the agreement is expected to further strengthen economic ties between India and the 27-nation European Union.

The war between Russia and Ukraine enters another critical phase as tensions escalate over potential strategic moves by Ukrainian leadership. Questions are now being raised over whether Volodymyr Zelenskyy could take actions that cross a declared “red line” set by Vladimir Putin, risking further escalation. With battlefield dynamics shifting and diplomatic channels under strain, analysts warn that any miscalculation could significantly intensify the conflict and reshape the regional security balance in Europe.

A high-profile meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping is set to spotlight the intensifying race in artificial intelligence. The talks come amid growing competition between the US and China over technological dominance and innovation.

A shocking forensic report has revealed that a watermelon consumed by a family of four in Mumbai before their deaths contained zinc phosphide — a highly toxic rat poison. The victims, including a couple and their two daughters, were found dead inside their South Mumbai home hours after hosting a family dinner. Investigators say the poison may have been deliberately introduced into the fruit, raising serious questions about whether the case involves murder, suicide, or accidental contamination.

The Indian Air Force released a special commemorative video marking the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor. The video highlights the courage, precision, and strategic coordination displayed by Indian forces during the operation.

A new international research paper has linked masculine behaviour patterns with higher environmental damage and larger carbon footprints.

The Trinamool Congress MP has lodged a formal complaint with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and IndiGo, seeking action against the men who allegedly raised slogans against her during the flight.

Tamil Nadu’s post-election drama has intensified after Governor Rajendra Arlekar rejected Vijay’s TVK claim to form the government, stating the party lacks the numbers required for a majority. The move has triggered sharp political reactions, especially after actor Prakash Raj publicly criticised the Governor’s delay and insisted Vijay should be invited to form the government and prove majority on the Assembly floor. With Congress extending support to TVK and CPI invoking constitutional principles and the SR Bommai judgement, Tamil Nadu now faces a major political and constitutional showdown following the hung Assembly verdict.

#Gravitas A new international research paper has linked masculine behaviour patterns with higher environmental damage and larger carbon footprints.

India is among the top 5 spam-affected countries globally, according to recent cybersecurity and spam analytics reports. A global report by Truecaller ranked India 5th worldwide, with a high spam intensity of around 66%, driven mainly by telemarketing, sales calls, and financial scams.

Officials confirmed that zinc phosphide traces were detected in the victims’ viscera samples, stomach contents, liver, kidney, spleen, bile and abdominal fat.

A new Operation Sindoor documentary released by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shows footage of a damaged Pakistani radar at Chunian, highlighting Indian strikes carried out after the Pahalgam attack.

A baby in Florida is being described as “born twice” after doctors carried out a rare and highly complex medical procedure involving partial delivery during childbirth. The infant was diagnosed with congenital high airway obstruction syndrome, a dangerous condition that can block a baby’s airway before birth. During the operation, surgeons partially delivered the baby while still connected to the placenta, allowing them precious time to secure the airway and stabilise the child before completing the delivery. The extraordinary case has drawn attention for both its medical precision and emotional impact.

Russia has issued a strong warning urging civilians to leave Kyiv amid rising tensions ahead of its annual Victory Day celebrations, while Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that the safety and symbolism of Moscow’s parade now depend on the course of the war itself. The sharp exchange has intensified fears of further escalation between Russia and Ukraine at a time when both sides continue long-range strikes, drone attacks, and psychological pressure campaigns. Victory Day, one of Russia’s most symbolic national events, is now unfolding under the shadow of war.

In March, a court verdict in U.S. took tech giants by a storm. It held Meta accountable for designing social media platforms that are harmful to young people. Meta has now challenged this verdict, citing a federal law which exempts online platforms from liability for user-generated content. 

Donald Trump says a deal with Iran is still “very possible” after what he described as positive recent talks, but also warned Tehran of fresh military strikes if negotiations fail. The tensions escalated further after US forces disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, while Iranian officials accused Washington of using economic and military pressure tactics during negotiations. The latest developments highlight the fragile balance between diplomacy and confrontation in the Middle East.

Ministry of External Affairs said Bangladesh must cooperate in the repatriation of illegal Bangladeshi nationals, adding that over 2,860 nationality verification cases remain pending with Dhaka, several for more than five years.