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Released on June 12, the movie has won the hearts of both audiences and critics. It made people relive the era of Partition in a way that was both love-worthy and heart-wrenching. Now, the movie is set to premiere on Netflix, so those who haven’t watched it in theatres can catch it this weekend.

US sanctions push Cuba into full blown crisis, UN experts urge UN actionUN rights experts warned that expanding US sanctions are pushing Cuba into a full blown humanitarian crisis and urged the international community to take urgent action to prevent the situation from worsening.

The opposition MPs in Rajya Sabha continued to demand that Home Minister Amit Shah come to the House and respond to questions on alleged excesses by security forces on protesters on July 20, raising slogans “Amit Shah jawaab do, Sadan mein aao (Amit Shah must answer, come to the House).”

The United States is reportedly continuing discussions on allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, despite President Donald Trump expressing reservations about transferring such advanced defense technology. According to Reuters, U.S. officials, defense manufacturers, and Ukrainian representatives are exploring several options, including producing selected Patriot missile components for final assembly in Germany, integrating Ukraine into existing European production programs, or manufacturing a lower-cost PAC-3 interceptor variant. Trump has emphasized the need to protect sensitive U.S. defense technology, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to call for more air defense systems as Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks.

Iran and Oman are reportedly close to finalizing a new framework governing commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime chokepoints. According to reports, the proposed arrangement would route inbound vessels through Iranian territorial waters and outbound traffic through Omani waters, with no tolls during an initial 60-day period. The agreement could significantly increase Iran's role in managing shipping through the strait and reshape regional geopolitics. The United States has not officially responded to the reports, while Vice President JD Vance has warned that negotiations with Iran remain complex. Analysts say any agreement may only provide a temporary solution as political divisions continue within both Iran and the United States.

Dipke during a press conference in Mumbai said that CJP or its members have no intentions to enter politics and that they will continue to function as a public pressure group.

Can humans alter the fate of our planet? Is it possible to survive the death of our star? A scientist thinks it can be done and has suggested three ways to avoid being killed off by our Sun. But they would need extreme advances in technology.

Popular TV actress Rupali Ganguly's recent remarks on X have sparked backlash on the internet. Ganguly, while criticising a minor girl for abusing PM Modi, wished that the leader was a dictator and warned of repercussions.

Meta is rolling out autonomous capabilities letting Meta AI run recurring tasks unprompted — daily calendar briefings, meal plans, restock alerts — powered by Muse Spark 1.1. It arrives as Meta's automated systems face scrutiny over wrongful bans and ad-review failures.

Madhubanti Bagchi has given numerous hits. Name the song, and she’s sung it, not just peppy dance tracks, but also soulful ones too. Yet while her music has always taken over social media, her own relationship with it remains complicated. Read her interview below.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation between Telangana and the United States. During the meeting, Revanth Reddy urged the U.S. side to increase visa interview slots and speed up visa processing. He also raised concerns related to H-1B visa renewals, visa stamping procedures, and the challenges faced by professionals from Telangana working in the United States. The Chief Minister highlighted Telangana's investment potential in sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, startups, and advanced technologies, inviting greater American investment in the state. With more than one lakh students from Telangana studying in the United States, visa policies remain a key issue for many families in the state.

A day after presenting its first state budget, the TVK government has unveiled Tamil Nadu's first Agriculture Budget in the Legislative Assembly. Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister R. Vinod announced several initiatives aimed at improving farm productivity, soil fertility, and technology adoption. Key highlights include a ₹600 crore Tamil Nadu Soil Fertility Mission, a five-year soil health plan, drone operator training for 500 beneficiaries under the Vetri Vanmagal Scheme, and new storage facilities to strengthen agricultural exports. However, the budget did not include major announcements on the Cauvery water dispute or the Mekedatu dam issue, prompting criticism from the opposition. AIADMK leaders questioned the government's priorities, arguing that farmers' key concerns remain unresolved.

Shubman Gill suffered a thumb injury ahead of the Sri Lanka A warm-up match, adding to India's growing injury concerns before the Test series.

Assam's grim monsoon crisis has deepened further as six more flood-related deaths over a 24-hour period have pushed the state's cumulative death toll to 95. According to data released by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) and the Disaster Reporting and Information Management System (DRIMS), over 1.6 lakh people across 14 districts remain severely affected by ongoing river inundation and urban flooding.

China has announced a fresh round of sanctions targeting multiple U.S.-linked entities while tightening export controls on its globally dominant drone industry, adding another chapter to the ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. Beijing's stricter oversight of drone exports could affect international buyers and disrupt global supply chains across sectors including logistics, agriculture, surveillance, and defense. The move is expected to have implications for pricing, availability, and innovation in commercial drone markets. Meanwhile, public sentiment in China has intensified following U.S. actions against certain Chinese food brands over alleged forced labor concerns. According to reports, many Chinese consumers have criticized the U.S. measures, highlighting how geopolitical disputes are increasingly influencing consumer behavior.

Japan has marked the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing, with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba reaffirming the country's commitment to its long-standing non-nuclear principles. Thousands gathered at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to honor the victims of the world's first atomic bombing on August 6, 1945. During the ceremony, Japan pledged to continue supporting global nuclear disarmament while maintaining its commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The commemoration comes as Japan undertakes its largest military buildup since World War II, citing growing regional security challenges from China, North Korea, and closer Russia-China-North Korea cooperation. The country recently conducted its first live-fire test of a U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missile, highlighting its expanding conventional defense capabilities.

The minister clarified that Sustainable Aviation Fuel or SAF is an internationally certified aviation fuel recognised by International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

ED's Patna zonal office raided the premises under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), and the search is still underway at the locations of suspects connected to the case.

The Centre spent ₹74.59 crore on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign visits till July 2026, while 2025 recorded the highest annual expenditure, the government informed the Rajya Sabha.