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The carrier informed the airport authorities about the incident and a complaint was filed with the NSCBI Airport Police Station.

NALSAR students oppose reported plans to invite CJI Surya Kant as convocation chief guest, citing concerns over the Supreme Court's handling of a protest plea

While the S-400's massive 40-tonne MZKT-7930 launcher technically fits inside an Il-76 with mere centimetres of clearance, it is primarily transported by the An-124 Ruslan. The An-124's 150-tonne capacity easily swallows multiple launchers at once.

Sonu Nigam recently shared a video in which he was seen singing while lying on the operating table. He later addressed the concerns of fans and revealed that his performance was not planned.

India has opened the door to a possible change in the way UPI payments are charged, raising an important question: Will UPI no longer be free? A recent bill removes a legal barrier that currently prevents banks and payment service providers from imposing a Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on UPI and certain other digital payments. MDR is essentially a fee paid by merchants to banks or payment processors for processing digital transactions. UPI has traditionally operated under a zero-additional-charge model, allowing merchants to accept payments without directly paying this fee. However, the government has indicated that any MDR introduced would be nominal and limited to certain merchant transactions. Importantly, person-to-person UPI payments are expected to remain free. Routine transactions such as sending money to friends and family are therefore not expected to attract a new UPI fee. Most merchant transactions are also expected to remain free, while large merchants and high-value commercial transactions could potentially face MDR if the new structure is introduced.

Sara Netanyahu faces fresh lawsuits and accusations of verbal and physical abuse from former staff at the Israeli prime minister's residence.

Scientists are turning to an unlikely ally beneath the ocean surface: sharks. Researchers at the University of Delaware are fitting sharks with tiny CTD tags that measure temperature, salinity and depth as the animals travel through the Atlantic Ocean. When the sharks return to the surface, the tags transmit their data to satellites, transforming their natural movements into valuable ocean observations. Scientists hope these measurements could provide information from parts of the ocean that are difficult and expensive to monitor using conventional methods. The data could eventually help researchers better understand the ocean conditions that influence hurricane development, intensity and movement.

Taiwan is rapidly expanding its drone forces and defence industry to deter a potential Chinese invasion, drawing lessons from Ukraine’s drone warfare

The Strait of Hormuz crisis is emerging as one of the biggest challenges for global energy security, with Iran claiming it now holds the upper hand over the vital waterway. Iranian officials say Washington may have to accept Tehran’s terms for managing maritime traffic through the strait. The development comes after months of disruption and growing tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel. The Strait of Hormuz has historically carried roughly 20 million barrels of oil per day, representing around a fifth of global oil consumption. Any prolonged disruption could therefore have major consequences for energy markets, shipping and the global economy. At the same time, Gulf countries are exploring alternative routes. Saudi Arabia is considering expanding its east-west pipeline toward Yanbu on the Red Sea, while Kuwait is discussing expanded pipeline connections through Saudi Arabia and the UAE. The UAE already operates the Habshan-Fujairah pipeline, allowing crude to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. Iraq is also examining alternative routes toward the Red Sea and Mediterranean, while Iran itself has developed infrastructure intended to reduce its dependence on Hormuz. But experts warn that existing alternatives can absorb only a portion of the oil normally transported through the strait, while constructing major new pipelines could take years.

Taiwan’s military has conducted a major nuclear, biological and chemical (NBC) decontamination exercise as part of its ongoing annual Han Kuang military drills. The exercise in Hualien on Taiwan’s east coast simulated a chemical weapons attack involving personnel, tanks and armoured vehicles. Troops practised rapidly moving contaminated vehicles away from danger, identifying contaminated areas, detecting toxic substances and removing hazardous materials. Soldiers wearing full protective equipment also underwent body decontamination, while tanks and armoured vehicles were cleaned and disinfected according to designated procedures. The NBC exercise is one part of the wider Han Kuang military drills, Taiwan’s largest annual military exercises designed to test and strengthen combat readiness against a range of potential threats.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India’s Commonwealth Games medallists in New Delhi and congratulated them on their performances, with India finishing fourth in the medal table with 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze.

The deceased was identified as Bharat Kaper, a resident of Samastipur in Bihar. Kaper used to work at a shop in the area and was crossing the road when he was struck by a speeding Scorpio from deputy chief minister Surinder Choudhary’s convoy.

Rebeca Grynspan has emerged as the frontrunner to become the first female UN secretary-general. Here’s what to know about her UN candidacy

Janmoni Konwar won gold at the 20th All India Independence Cup Karate Championship 2026, winning all three bouts, including a dominant 10-2 victory in the final.

Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu said they agreed to about 95 percent of the demands raised by the students.

India could unlock a massive $110 billion export opportunity in food processing, according to a paper by the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER). India is already a major agricultural producer, with huge output of fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy and other farm products. However, much of this produce is exported or sold in relatively raw form, limiting the value India can capture. Greater investment in food processing, cold storage, logistics, supply chains and technology could allow Indian agricultural products to be converted into packaged, ready-to-eat and longer-lasting products that command higher prices in international markets. The opportunity also comes with major challenges. Fragmented production, inconsistent quality, inadequate storage infrastructure and limited scale can make it difficult for Indian producers to meet international standards and large export orders. Government initiatives aimed at strengthening food processing infrastructure and attracting investment could help India move further up the global value chain.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says Egypt is expected to join the Makkah Defence Agreement with Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

A 26-year-old Fijian rugby player has died in Japan after suffering suspected heat stroke during training amid an intense nationwide heatwave. Simonyi Vunilagi, a back-row forward with Fukuoka-based Kyushu Electric Power, was reportedly taken to hospital after developing symptoms consistent with severe heat stroke while training on Monday. He died on Friday morning. His club said players, staff and associates were devastated by his sudden death. The tragedy comes as Japan experiences extreme temperatures, with some areas recording temperatures above 40°C. Fukuoka recorded a high of 35°C on Monday. According to Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency, nearly 18,600 people were hospitalized for heat stroke between July 20 and 26, with 45 people pronounced dead on arrival.

Senior Lashkar-e-Taiba commander, Qari Saeed Abdul Aziz, collapsed near the mosque’s gate and died. The news of Qari Saeed’s sudden death comes days after a top Lashkar operative claimed that unknown men killed around 30 of its members within Pakistan.