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Playing at the R.Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Zimbabwe’s win against Sri Lanka comes as a stern warning to India, whom they face in the Super 8 game.

India is building ‘capitalism without capital': NSE chief Ashish Chauhan

Data from Flightradar and satellite imagery show a rapid US military buildup across Europe and the Mediterranean, hinting at an “air bridge” for operations in Iran.

On the day of his birthday, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. He is the first senior royal arrested in modern history.

India, China, Japan, South Korea and European nations are highly dependent on the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20 per cent of global oil and major LNG supplies transit daily.

Reports indicate that Andrew Mountbatten has been arrested, with the development drawing renewed attention amid continuing fallout linked to the Epstein scandal. Authorities have not publicly detailed the full circumstances surrounding the case. The arrest is expected to intensify scrutiny and trigger fresh debate as further information emerges.

Militaries from 13 nations are participating in a large-scale NATO military exercise across Central Europe. The drills involve coordinated operations aimed at strengthening interoperability, readiness, and collective defence capabilities. The exercise highlights NATO’s continued focus on joint training and regional security amid evolving geopolitical tensions.

Ukraine’s dismissed defence minister has spoken about tensions with President Volodymyr Zelensky, shedding light on internal differences following the reported failure of Kyiv’s attack plan targeting Russia. The remarks add to ongoing debate over military strategy, leadership dynamics, and the broader direction of Ukraine’s war effort. The developments come at a critical stage in the conflict as battlefield and political pressures continue to mount.

Amid the promotions of Bridgerton season 4, the female lead of the show, Yerin Ha is facing racism by the Spanish media. However, netizens were quick to jump in and support the actress.

After Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest, officers can search any premises he owns or occupies, or any other premises he controls, so there may well be searches in other areas as well. Police will also be able to access computer equipment, files, photographs, and any other evidence.

How AI cracked a ₹70,000 crore tax evasion trail in Hyderabad’s biryani chains

OpenAI has partnered with JioHotstar to integrate entertainment discovery into ChatGPT. Users will get streaming recommendations and direct JioHotstar links via ChatGPT, while the JioHotstar app adds ChatGPT-powered voice search for movies, shows and live sports across languages.

A court has criticised oversight lapses linked to the Sabarimala ghee scam, raising fresh questions over accountability. Meanwhile, Income Tax authorities carried out raids on popular food chains in Hyderabad, triggering major attention across the city’s business and hospitality circles. Here are the top developments making headlines across South India.

The US State Department is developing an online portal called Freedom.gov that would allow users in Europe and elsewhere to access content banned by their governments, including alleged hate speech and terrorist propaganda. Sources say the initiative could use VPN-like technology to make traffic appear to originate in the United States and would not track user activity. While Washington frames the project as promoting digital freedom, it has drawn concern from some State Department officials and could heighten tensions with European allies who view it as contradicting local content laws and regulatory frameworks. The portal’s launch was delayed after it was expected to debut at the Munich Security Conference.

Actor Yash is set for a major big screen return, with fresh details about Toxic emerging ahead of its theatrical debut. The film has generated significant buzz as new plot elements and early discussions surface weeks before release. The developments have heightened anticipation among fans, placing the project firmly in the spotlight as its release approaches.

IITs introduce cross-campus mobility allowing students to study a semester at other IITs with credit transfers, easing rigid JEE-based allocations and promoting academic flexibility and collaboration across campuses.

An innovative AI-powered paratha made with spinach-fortified dough and iron-rich rice ingredients is gaining attention for its enhanced nutrition and long shelf life. Developed using smart food technology, the paratha is designed to stay fresh for months while boosting iron intake and overall health, offering a sustainable and tech-driven solution for nutrition, storage and food security.

Checkpoints have been established at key entry and exit points, while surveillance systems have been strengthened to maintain a secure environment for athletes, officials and spectators expected to arrive from across the country.

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia will continue to stand by Cuba as the Caribbean island faces sweeping US sanctions. The remarks came during a meeting with Cuba’s foreign minister, where both sides discussed potential support measures for Havana. The engagement underscores deepening diplomatic and economic coordination between Moscow and Havana amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and sanctions pressure.