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The game, played in lacrosse sixes format, is an Olympic sport in the same format and India winning its first major title win in the sport will surely help with the popularity and more athletes taking it up in the near future.

Meta Chief AI Officer Alexander Wang said India is central to Meta’s global AI strategy, citing over 500 million users in the country. He spoke about AI in healthcare, language translation and accessibility, and said India could become a major AI hub.

Russia is facing a sharp consumption slump, hitting the restaurant sector hard, with closures occurring at the fastest pace since 2022. Analysts warn that declining consumer spending and economic uncertainty are squeezing eateries across the country, reflecting broader economic pressures. The trend signals challenges for the hospitality industry and possible job losses in the sector.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with UNHCR Chief Barham Salih to discuss strategies to tackle Ukraine’s ongoing energy crisis. The meeting focused on securing international support, improving energy infrastructure, and addressing humanitarian challenges amid the country’s critical energy shortages. Zelensky emphasized the importance of global cooperation to ensure energy stability for civilians.

The remarks come as Germany and India recently sealed an "AI Pact" on the summit's margins, aimed at fostering responsible, implementation-focused cooperation in AI across government, industry, research, and skills development.

Amid the chaos, burning fuel reportedly splashed onto the accused. When both men tried to escape, they were stopped by pump employees, who alerted the police and filed a complaint. The incident occurred at a petrol pump in the Urla area of the Raipur district on Thursday evening.

India's Supreme Court slammed pre-election freebies, this time in a case on free electricity in Tamil Nadu. The top court has targeted such schemes in cash or kind, warning they harm fiscal discipline, economic development and work culture

Argentina faces nationwide disruption as a general strike erupts in response to President Javier Milei’s controversial labor reforms. Workers protest changes affecting wages, benefits, and employment protections, reflecting growing tensions between the government and unions.

Hundreds of tourists were seen thronging scenic spots such as Doodhpathri in central Kashmir’s Budgam district, enjoying the snow-clad mountains after the destination remained closed for nearly a year.

Emmanuel Macron and Giorgia Meloni clashed after a far-right activist was killed in Lyon. Macron told Meloni to “stay in her lane,” while she denied interference and called the killing a “wound for Europe.”

University of Iowa Alpha Delta Phi frat house hazing video: Emergency responders were shocked to see 56 men standing motionless, shirtless, blindfolded and covered in sauce in the basement of the frat house. They did not answer or move, giving eerie vibes.

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch has become an unlikely internet star after videos showed him clinging to an orangutan plushie at Ichikawa City Zoo. This is his story.

In the latest development, makers have withdrawn the title of Ghooskhor Pandat. In addition, the trailer of the film has also been pulled down. Read to know more details.

US President Donald Trump announced a $10 billion fund for the Gaza Board of Peace, aiming to support reconstruction, aid distribution, and stabilization efforts in the conflict-hit Palestinian territory. The plan brings together international leaders to coordinate governance, humanitarian assistance, and security measures. This initiative marks a major step in global efforts to rebuild Gaza and foster long-term peace.

As Nepal heads toward crucial national elections, all eyes are on the Jhapa-5 constituency, emerging as one of the most closely watched battlegrounds. Political parties are intensifying campaigns in the region, seen as a key indicator of broader electoral trends. With high voter engagement and competitive candidates, Jhapa-5 could play a decisive role in shaping Nepal’s political future. The countdown to the Nepal elections has officially begun.

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has signed a new amnesty law, approved unanimously by the National Assembly, granting pardon for political offenses committed between 1999 and 2026. The law aims to promote peace, democratic coexistence, and reconciliation after decades of political conflict and unrest. It could lead to the release of hundreds of political prisoners, though authorities have excluded individuals tied to violent or serious crimes.

Weeks after receiving threats from the Bishnoi gang, Ranveer Singh has received another threat demanding Rs 10 crores from an individual claiming to be linked to the gang. Read to know more details.

Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate as President Donald Trump demands Tehran agree to a deal, warning of severe consequences if no agreement is reached. The US has deployed additional warships, aircraft carriers and fighter jets to the Middle East to pressure Iran amid stalled nuclear talks and growing fears of conflict.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI could automate software engineering end to end, meaning even AI firms may need fewer engineers. While new roles like AI integration specialists may emerge, he admits it is unclear whether job creation will outpace disruption.