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Jared Kushner is reportedly set to engage with Gaza officials as discussions continue around US President Donald Trump's proposed Board of Peace initiative The development comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts surrounding Gaza, with regional actors closely watching Washington's plans for the territory's future governance, reconstruction and security. Kushner, Trump's son-in-law and a key figure in previous Middle East diplomacy, has remained involved in discussions surrounding the administration's regional strategy. The reported talks come as negotiations involving Gaza, Israel, Hamas, Egypt and the United States continue to shape the wider diplomatic landscape.

Thieves stole four priceless Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina from the Regional Museum of Messina during a holiday break.

Student protests in Jharkhand are intensifying over alleged irregularities in recruitment examinations, with student leaders escalating their demands against the state government. Protest leaders have announced plans to burn effigies of Chief Minister Hemant Soren and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi across all 24 district headquarters. They have also warned of a major mobilisation at the Chief Minister’s residence if their demands are not addressed. The protesters are demanding the cancellation of examinations conducted by the Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) and Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC), along with a CBI investigation into the alleged irregularities. The protest has also drawn political confrontation, with Congress defending the government’s handling of the situation while accusing the BJP of politicising the issue. Meanwhile, the state government says it remains committed to transparency in recruitment examinations and has launched initiatives seeking students’ suggestions on improving education.

US Central Command (CENTCOM) has drawn attention over a map depicting West Asia, with Gaza and the West Bank shown within the map of Israel. The depiction has sparked controversy and renewed questions over how disputed territories are represented in official military communications. The issue comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing political debate over the status of Gaza and the West Bank. The map's presentation has triggered scrutiny over territorial representation and its potential political implications.

Starting a new workout routine requires attention to safety to prevent muscle injuries. This guide highlights five common gym mistakes, including skipping warm-ups, lifting excessive loads, and neglecting rest periods, providing factual solutions to build a sustainable fitness habit.

Starting a new yoga routine requires attention to basic safety to prevent joint and muscle injuries. This practical guide details essential techniques for beginners, including how to protect vulnerable hamstrings, utilise fitness props, and establish a secure, long-term health regimen.

Starting yoga at home is a cost-effective way to improve physical flexibility and mental well-being. This guide outlines the essential tools, room setup, and foundational poses needed to establish a safe and consistent daily routine in your living space without requiring prior experience.

Arsenal took the lead just 24 seconds into the match through Ricardo Calafiori, with Kai Havertz and captain Martin Odegaard also getting on the scoresheet.

A bedtime yoga routine improves sleep quality by reducing stress and anxiety. Techniques like deep breathing and restorative postures calm the nervous system. Studies show practising gentle yoga helps individuals sleep longer and wake up less during the night.

Vijay condemns the killing of three Tamilians in Karnataka’s Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary and demands an impartial, high-level investigation into the deaths

The Congress has maintained that there was no attempt to stop the full version of Vande Mataram and that Sonia Gandhi was only trying to ensure proper arrangements at the event, including asking for a chair for Kharge, who had been standing.

A 10-minute morning yoga routine can lower blood pressure, increase joint flexibility, and improve concentration. Studies from the University of Illinois show that brief yoga sessions enhance working memory and reaction time more effectively than aerobic exercise.

BJP MLA and Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay’s descendant Sumitro Chatterjee has demanded an unconditional apology from Sonia Gandhi over an alleged Vande Mataram disruption.

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The F-35 uses passive infrared cameras and sensor fusion to track enemies without emitting radar waves. This allows the $82 million stealth fighter to share intelligence and strike undetected.

Rescue operations continue for two workers trapped inside a flooded tunnel in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, where slush, debris and darkness are hampering the search. Eight workers have already died following a sudden surge of water and debris after a landslide-like event. In Assam, the government has stepped up flood relief efforts, allocating ₹150 crore in interim assistance. Damage assessments and repairs to schools, roads and other critical infrastructure are underway as authorities work to clear floodwater from affected areas. Meanwhile, two security screeners were injured at Varanasi airport after a licensed firearm was accidentally discharged during a mandatory security check. In Maharashtra, aspiring candidates protested after technical problems disrupted the Bombay High Court clerk recruitment typing test at several examination centres. In another tragic development, a 30-year-old Indian Navy sailor, his wife and their two children were found dead at their naval accommodation in South Mumbai. Police are investigating the deaths as a suspected murder-suicide, while the Indian Navy has confirmed the incident and extended support to the family.

India's food safety system is facing intense scrutiny as recent inspections uncover expired food, poor hygiene, pest infestations, spoiled products and labeling violations across restaurants, hotels, dairy manufacturers and quick-commerce warehouses. Authorities in Karnataka reportedly found expired meat, mushrooms and other perishable items at hotels in Mysuru and Mangaluru, while a KFC outlet in Mangaluru was sealed following a complaint involving spoiled chicken. Uttar Pradesh has also moved against products being sold as dairy items without meeting prescribed food safety standards. In Maharashtra, food safety authorities suspended permits at 12 warehouses operated by major grocery and quick-commerce companies after inspections reportedly found cockroach infestations and other unhygienic conditions. Meanwhile, a CAG audit highlighted questions over penalties that were not levied by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in cases involving mandatory returns.

The ratification, approved by the Mauritius Cabinet and completed on 17 July 2026, modernises the decades-old treaty that has channelled more than $170 billion in investments into India and helped establish Mauritius as an international financial centre.

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged a fresh wave of intense strikes, leaving casualties and widespread destruction on both sides. A prominent market in Kyiv was reportedly gutted in Russian strikes, while Ukraine claimed to have targeted a missile fuel production facility in Russia's Rostov region. The escalation comes amid reports that British-made drones are being used in Ukrainian strikes deep inside Russian territory, including attacks targeting facilities near Moscow. Meanwhile, a NATO F-18 fighter reportedly shot down a drone that breached Romanian airspace, marking another serious development along NATO's eastern flank. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has also called for greater international support to protect Ukraine's cultural heritage sites. At the same time, Germany, France and the UK are reportedly working on their own negotiating framework amid concerns that Europe could be excluded from future US-led Russia-Ukraine peace talks.