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Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav also claimed that palm oil's safety is ensured through scientific assessments aligned with internationally recognised Codex Alimentarius standards.

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged fresh waves of attacks as the war enters another intense phase. Russian officials say a Ukrainian strike killed two people in the Krasnodar region, while Ukraine continues to face mounting pressure from missile and drone attacks. With air defence resources running low, Kyiv's allies are gathering to discuss additional military support. The crisis comes as UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares to visit Kyiv on his first foreign trip, signalling continued British backing for Ukraine.

New Zealand introduced a bill to restrict under-16s from social media. Age verification will be strictly implemented and social media platforms could face revenue-linked and hefty penalties. But can the coalition government pass it, with elections around the corner in November?

The proposed Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger has hit another roadblock as California Attorney General Rob Bonta pulled out of planned settlement discussions with Paramount. Read to know more.

Cockroach Janta Party announces a September 5 march from India Gate to Delhi Police HQ over FIRs, NEET victims’ compensation and government commitments

Israeli strikes in Gaza have reportedly killed at least three Palestinians, including a four-year-old child, amid renewed tensions despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The attacks targeted multiple locations in central Gaza as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of intensified military action over alleged launches of kites, drones and balloons from the enclave. The developments come as diplomatic efforts continue to secure long-term stability, address the future of Hamas, and negotiate the withdrawal of Israeli forces. With civilians once again caught in the crossfire, concerns are growing over the risk of renewed escalation in the region.

Kazakhstan has completed voting in snap parliamentary elections that are expected to further consolidate President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s hold on power. The polls follow a major constitutional overhaul that abolished the upper house of parliament and reshaped the country’s political system. While officials say the reforms strengthen parliament, critics point out that only state-approved parties loyal to Tokayev were allowed to participate. With vote counting under way, the election is being closely watched as a test of Kazakhstan’s political future and reform agenda.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando were involved in a heated exchange on Day 1 of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo.

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir arrives in Tehran for talks as Pakistan balances ties with Iran, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye amid regional tensions

19-year-old UC Santa Cruz student Alli Renee Singh tragically lost her life when a vehicle plunged off a cliff into the Pacific Ocean near Steamer Lane along West Cliff Drive.

The US military said it struck an alleged drug trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing two people in the first such strike since June 21.

Yanis Yushvaev, described as the head of Israel’s Caucasus Jewish mafia, was shot dead at Caesarea Junction after years of criminal investigations

Twitch is facing legal scrutiny after a lawsuit alleged that the platform used creators' streams to help train artificial intelligence systems without proper consent. The complaint claims streamers were effectively treated as "free training stock" for AI development. The case comes as more Twitch users seek to opt out of AI training programs and raises broader questions about creator rights, data ownership and how tech platforms use user-generated content in the age of artificial intelligence.

The wellness industry is embracing a new trend: personalised retreats. Unlike traditional wellness getaways built around fixed group schedules, these retreats are designed to match individual goals, lifestyles and health needs. From customised fitness plans and nutrition programs to one-on-one mindfulness sessions, personalised retreats offer a more flexible and targeted approach to well-being. As travellers increasingly seek meaningful and transformative experiences, tailor-made wellness escapes are becoming one of the fastest-growing trends in the global wellness industry.

Vijay said the government would identify suitable alternative locations for developing the proposed new airport. He said the existing Meenambakkam airport currently has the capacity to serve 30 million passengers a year.

SS Rajamouli has reportedly planned to release Varanasi in 50 languages in approximately 120 countries. Starring Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Prithviraj Sukumaran, the filmmaker will use human voice artists instead of AI.

Jemima Goldsmith urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband to intervene over former Pakistani PM Imran Khan's three-year solitary confinement, warning of severe physical and mental deterioration.

A 28-year-old Indian national from Punjab's Kapurthala district, Gurdeep Singh, was fatally shot in Brooklyn, New York, during a suspected robbery attempt while out on a late-night pizza delivery. Singh, who moved to the United States years ago to support his family back home, was rushed to a local hospital with multiple gunshot wounds where he was pronounced dead.

Panama’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended in the group stage after they lost to Ghana, Croatia and England in Group L and failed to reach the Round of 32.