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Islamic Emirate plans first Victory Day event at Afghan mission in Delhi as India highlights growing engagement

The move comes amid expanding engagement between New Delhi and Kabul, even though India has stopped short of formal recognition of the Islamic Emirate administration.

Why aircraft carriers matter more than ever for India's navy

India's strategic location across key Indian Ocean sea lanes makes a strong and sustained naval presence essential to protect its trade, energy supplies and shipping during regional crises.

India's 80th Independence Day: How Partition’s fractured borders rewrote the subcontinent’s recipe book

Partition altered lives and created borders. But it also gave Indians a new palate. Dishes were born out of austerity, some were introduced to Indian kitchens as Hindus traveled from West and East Pakistan to India, carrying with them familiar tastes and memories.

FIH Hockey World Cup 2026: India celebrate Independence Day with 3-1 win over Wales

Harmanpreet Singh’s India began their Hockey World Cup campaign with a convincing 3-1 win over Wales on Independence Day, with the captain scoring twice to help the team make a strong start.

Princess Diaries 3: Anne Hathaway to be back as Mia Thermopolis, says 'working hard' at D23 event

Anne Hathaway made an appearance at D23 for the announcement of Princess Diaries 3. The actress spoke about the progress of the franchise and more.

Iran says Hormuz passage deal reached with Oman, reopening tied to US lifting blockade

Iran and Oman have agreed on a safe shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran says full reopening depends on the US lifting its naval blockade.

Five Army personnel missing after flash flood sweeps away camp shelters in Arunachal; four killed in landslide

Arunachal Pradesh flash flood leaves five Army personnel missing in Dibang Valley, while a landslide in Upper Subansiri kills four people

Not 'military infrastructure': Lebanese PM slams Israeli strike killing 11,  including children

The Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the attacks and said that Israel must halt this escalation.

Trump team urges Apple to avoid Chinese memory chips amid trade tensions: Report

The Trump administration is pressuring Apple to avoid buying Chinese memory chips from CXMT and YMTC, urging the company to seek alternative suppliers and expand its US manufacturing.

Why the massive F-35 relies on only one engine instead of two
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The F-35 uses a single F135 engine generating 43,000 lbs of thrust. This design saves weight, lowers maintenance costs, and frees up internal space for 18,000 lbs of fuel and stealth weapon bays.

IND vs SL, 1st Test: Devdutt Padikkal hits maiden Test century as India dominate Day 1

Padikkal, who last played a Test in 2024, showcased his growth and maturity by scoring his maiden international century off 134 balls.

Awarapan 2 ending explained: Why Does Emraan Hashmi’s Shivam Leave Aliyah and Zara?

Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 has arrived in cinemas, showcasing another chapter in the life of Shivam Pandit. Directed by Nitin Kakkar, the film also features Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi.

Why fighter jet engine heat is a bigger threat than enemy missiles
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Modern fighter jets face immense thermal stress from 1,000°C engines, avionics, and air friction. They rely on aviation fuel as a coolant and flat nozzles to mask infrared signatures. Managing this heat is critical to avoid internal failure and evade enemy missiles.

Avengers Doomsday: New trailer's damaged city scene sparks debate — Wakanda or New York?

The new trailer of Avengers: Doomsday has sparked widespread discussion and has left many to guess about the opening scene of the clip, whether it's New York or Wakanda. Read to know more.

Why is this UNESCO World Heritage cave in France permanently closed to the public?

The Lascaux Cave in France contains 17,000-year-old Paleolithic art but remains permanently closed to the public. French authorities shut the site in 1963 after carbon dioxide and moisture from daily tourists caused destructive algae and crystals to grow, threatening the artwork.

80 years, countless milestones: India’s sporting journey since 1947

As India celebrates its 80th Independence Day, here’s a look back at the sporting achievements that reflect the country’s remarkable journey and progress.

Why does this Amazonian river actually boil?

The Shanay-Timpishka in the Peruvian Amazon is a 6.3-kilometre thermal river reaching 99.1 degrees Celsius. Geothermal research confirms the heat originates from fault-fed hot springs, not volcanoes. The sacred site offers visitors a look at natural thermal activity.

80 years of Independence: From Mangalyaan to Chandrayaan-3, India’s rise as a space power

On 23 August 2023, Chandrayaan-3 successfully soft-landed on the Moon. With this India became the first country to land in the Moon's southern high-latitude region.

Jason Arday's death puts Cambridge’s hiring and diversity policies under scrutiny

Cambridge faces scrutiny over Jason Arday’s appointment after plagiarism allegations, disputed memoir claims and questions about academic hiring and diversity