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India has reiterated its firm commitment to securing the extradition of fugitive businessman Nirav Modi, who is wanted in connection with the multi-billion-dollar banking fraud case linked to Punjab National Bank. Officials said legal efforts are continuing through diplomatic and judicial channels to bring him back from the United Kingdom to face trial.

The United States has granted a temporary 30-day waiver allowing continued purchases of Russian oil, offering short-term relief to global energy markets amid ongoing sanctions pressure. The move is expected to help stabilize supply chains and prevent sudden price shocks while diplomatic and policy discussions continue over longer-term restrictions on Russian energy exports.

On Friday night, Madonna made a surprise guest appearance during Sabrina’s headlining set, and the two sent the entire crowd into a frenzy.

Has the US really lost aircraft worth billions in the Iran war? An Iranian mission claims dozens of American aircraft worth $1.87 billion have been downed, calling it an “expensive failure” and pushing back at Donald Trump’s victory claims. Scroll down to read more.

Actor Dylan Sprouse has received appreciation online for tackling an intruder who allegedly attempted to enter his Hollywood Hills home, which he shares with Barbara Palvin, on Friday.

Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz if US port blockades persist, while President Aoun declares Lebanon will no longer be a proxy battleground following the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire.

In an unprecedented occurrence, Trump rebuked Netanyahu over Lebanon ceasefire violations as Iran announces Strait of Hormuz reopening, signalling shifting West Asia dynamics.

Iran mocked Donald Trump’s claims that Tehran agreed to permanently open the Strait of Hormuz, dismissively advising him to "relax." Officials denied his assertions, maintaining their right to close the waterway.

Shah Rukh Khan reacts after the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revisits his iconic Om Shanti Om speech. The clip sparks nostalgia among the actor and his fans and brings the beloved Bollywood moment back into the global spotlight.

India opener Smriti Mandhana created a new milestone in the first T20I against South Africa in Durban.

Iran has firmly stated that its stockpile of enriched uranium will not be transferred anywhere, rejecting claims made by Donald Trump that the material could be moved as part of negotiations. Iranian officials stressed the uranium remains under national control and is central to the country’s nuclear policy amid ongoing tensions linked to the US–Iran conflict.

A top US commander says Washington is very concerned that Russia may be developing a nuclear anti-satellite weapon in orbit. Such a system could disrupt GPS, communications and vital services across the world. Russia has denied existence of any such systems.

Pope Leo XIV has warned that artificial intelligence could gradually replace reality with simulation if left unchecked, urging students to engage with technology responsibly while preserving human judgment and creativity. Speaking during an address to students, the Pope highlighted both the opportunities and risks of AI, encouraging young people to embrace innovation without losing sight of human values and critical thinking in a rapidly changing digital world.

Oil prices dropped sharply by nearly $10–$12 per barrel after the Strait of Hormuz reopened during the US–Iran Ceasefire, easing fears of supply disruptions across one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The reopening restored confidence in global crude flows, which typically pass through a route carrying about one-fifth of global oil shipments.

A lighthearted exchange between pilots making animal sounds on an air traffic control frequency has gone viral. What seemed like a harmless joke is now under scrutiny, as the Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into a possible violation of communication rules.

A viral post of Selena Gomez has sparked divorce rumours. Selena and Benny Blanco tied the knot in 2025. But what's the truth behind it? Read to know more.

Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson reportedly had a physical altercation during the production of a Netflix docuseries, leading the project to be shelved. Read the details inside.

Iran announced on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is open to all ships following the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal. If the deal holds, it will release millions of barrels of crude oil and gas trapped in the Persian Gulf. However, tanker owners and oil dealers have reacted cautiously to the reopening announcement.

The cost of the West Asia conflict on heavily sanctioned Iran’s already faltering economy is estimated to be much more than the U.S. and Israel put together. Hopes of an extension to the ceasefire and a second round of talks between the U.S. and Iran have helped markets recoup the severe losses from the war month. But for the Islamic Republic, recovery requires heavy rebuilding efforts and funding. We decode that and more in this next report.