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According to UNESCO, at least 545 cultural sites in Ukraine had been confirmed damaged by the end of July. The list includes hundreds of historically significant buildings, museums and monuments.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly said that he had reported the threats to the police and was confident that the authorities would take action and resolve the matter soon.

Can sharks sense a storm before it strikes? A fascinating new study suggests they can. Researchers found that young great white sharks move to calmer waters before storms arrive, possibly detecting subtle changes in ocean conditions long before humans notice them. The discovery offers fresh insight into how marine predators adapt to extreme weather and could help scientists better understand animal behavior in a changing climate.

#Gravitas A cocaine haul worth millions of dollars has been found hidden inside a truck in Ecuador, and splashed across the packages was the face of one of football's biggest stars, Erling Haaland. Ecuadorian anti-narcotics officers seized 469 kilograms of cocaine near the Colombian border after an anonymous tip flagged a suspicious truck travelling along the Pan-American Highway.

Russia has issued a stark warning to Western countries over efforts to disrupt its so-called shadow fleet, raising fears that the confrontation could spill into international shipping lanes. Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened retaliation if Western nations move to seize Russian vessels or assets linked to the shadow fleet. Moscow says such actions would amount to piracy and has warned that any response would not necessarily take place in the same waters. The escalating tensions are creating a major challenge for Britain’s Royal Navy, which is already monitoring Russian warships and shadow fleet vessels around UK waters. Reports cited in the segment suggest concerns over whether the Royal Navy has sufficient ships, weapons and resources to protect commercial shipping across vast maritime routes. As Russia and the West clash over sanctioned oil shipments, the world’s major shipping lanes could become the next arena of confrontation.

Luigi Mangione pleads guilty in the federal Brian Thompson killing case as his December sentencing and New York state murder trial remain in focus

According to Russia’s state news agency TASS, a Moscow court has authorised the arrest of the 32-year-old Kennedy in absentia. Russian authorities accuse him of serving as a mercenary alongside Ukrainian forces.

The prolonged Iran war is putting growing pressure on the US military’s weapons stockpile, with reports indicating significant losses of drones and the rapid use of key munitions. According to the report cited in the segment, the US military has lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, roughly a quarter of its fleet. The losses come alongside heavy expenditure of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot interceptors and other long-range weapons. The depletion is raising questions over US military readiness, future operations and Washington’s ability to sustain a prolonged conflict. Analysts are also warning that replenishing some advanced weapons could take considerable time. Meanwhile, reports surrounding conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have added another layer of pressure, although US military officials have disputed claims of deaths aboard the carrier. As weapons stocks decline and public concerns grow, the Iran war is becoming an increasingly difficult test for the Trump administration.

After months of conflict with Iran, Donald Trump is turning back to economic pressure, with sanctions emerging as Washington’s latest tool. As military options carry rising costs, the US faces a key question: can economic warfare force Tehran to change course, or will it deepen the standoff even further?

The drone subsequently landed at Rehardhar Branch Post Office, where the postal team received the parcel carrying the Tiranga.

Conor Kennedy, the son of US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has reportedly been placed on Russia's wanted list after a Moscow court authorised his arrest in absentia over allegations that he fought alongside Ukrainian forces.

The prolonged Iran war is putting growing pressure on the US military’s weapons stockpile, with reports indicating significant losses of drones and the rapid use of key munitions. According to the report cited in the segment, the US military has lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, roughly a quarter of its fleet. The losses come alongside heavy expenditure of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot interceptors and other long-range weapons. The depletion is raising questions over US military readiness, future operations and Washington’s ability to sustain a prolonged conflict. Analysts are also warning that replenishing some advanced weapons could take considerable time. Meanwhile, reports surrounding conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have added another layer of pressure, although US military officials have disputed claims of deaths aboard the carrier.

A fresh political showdown is brewing in Karnataka over a proposed bill regulating the use of public property. While the Congress government says the legislation is not aimed at any particular organisation, BJP leaders have alleged that it is a backdoor attempt to target the RSS. Home Minister Priyank Kharge has rejected the charge, setting the stage for another heated political battle.

Is Trump weakening America’s most powerful economic weapon? Sanctions can hurt Iran. Tariffs can pressure trading partners. But if Washington uses economic coercion too often, does America risk making the rest of the world less dependent on it? India is adapting. Europe is looking for alternatives. And America’s adversaries are learning to absorb the pressure. So who is really paying the price?

Citizens can proudly hoist the Indian flag at home 24 hours a day. The Flag Code permits polyester flags in a 3:2 ratio but strictly prohibits displaying damaged or torn flags.

India is celebrating its 80th Independence Day today, commemorating 79 years of freedom from British rule in 1947. On the eve, President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation, and said that the government was taking comprehensive measures to reform the examination system

The Partition of India in 1947 remains one of the most painful chapters in South Asian history. As British India was divided into India and Pakistan, millions were forced to leave their homes amid communal violence and upheaval. Families were separated, communities uprooted and countless lives were lost. Decades later, the memories of Partition continue to shape the region.

Italy, China, Germany, France, and Spain hold the highest numbers of UNESCO World Heritage Sites as of 2026. This factual guide details the site counts and historical significance of these five nations, from ancient Roman monuments to the vast geographical landscapes of the Chinese empire.

The Northern Lights are an atmospheric phenomenon visible in locations near the Earth's magnetic poles. This factual guide outlines five cities within the auroral oval, including Yellowknife, Fairbanks, and Tromso, that offer high statistical chances for clear winter viewings.