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The Iran-backed Houthis say they have targeted a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea, reinforcing a maritime blockade strategy that echoes Iran's pressure tactics in the Strait of Hormuz. The attack signals a widening threat to regional shipping and energy routes amid escalating tensions in West Asia.

Joe Root said Stephen Fleming's appointment as England's new Test head coach played a key role in convincing him to return as Test captain following Ben Stokes' retirement.

N Chandrababu Naidu also praised PM Modi for leading India's advancement in the digital economy. Earlier that day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh.

In a major breaking development, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Israel have agreed to hold off and cancel planned military strikes against Iran after receiving appeals from Tehran and regional Middle Eastern nations.

Vincent Pastore, best known for his role in The Sporanos has reportedly died at the age of 80. Read more to know the main reason for his death.

Randeep Hooda joined a relief drive in flood-hit Sivasagar, Assam, on August 1 (Saturday). Along with global Sikhs, the actor distributed ration kits and essential supplies to affected families.

India's gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 15.4% year-on-year to reach ₹2,11,205 crore in July 2026, driven by a sharp 28.8% surge in import-related tax revenues and a solid 10.1% growth in domestic transactions.

Just days after winning silver in the 10,000m, Gulveer Singh claimed bronze in the 5,000m with a time of 13:24.95 to complete a historic medal double at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

The annual Stockholm Pride Parade took place on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Tens of thousands of participants and large crowds marched along a 4.5-kilometer route from Kungsholmstorg to Slussen under heightened security, following a recent extremist attack at a Pride event in Berlin.

This action focuses on properties allegedly purchased using illicit funds generated by an organised network that leaked confidential question papers for the 2016 and 2021 VDO/VPDO exams and manipulated the recruitment process.

The Essel Group celebrated its 100th anniversary with a grand gala in Mumbai. Several stars, including Rakesh Bedi, Shreyas Talpade and several prominent entertainment personalities, came together to commemorate the centenary milestone.

Renowned mountaineer Nirmal "Nimsdai" Purja has died after a devastating avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan during an international expedition. Several other climbers also lost their lives in the disaster, while rescue efforts were hampered by severe weather conditions.

The CWMA has directed Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of Cauvery water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. In response, Karnataka has called an all-party meeting, while pro-Kannada groups have announced a statewide bandh on August 13.

From a humble grain-trading business in Haryana to a global conglomerate, Essel Group marks 100 years of ambition, resilience and reinvention. Celebrated in Mumbai, its centenary reflects a legacy spanning six generations and sectors including media, entertainment, infrastructure and tech

A tourist plane carrying 11 foreign visitors and two crew members crashed near Peru's famous Nazca Lines, bursting into flames and killing everyone on board. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the deadly crash.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India's medal winners for their impressive performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Within three days, Spider-Man: Brand New Day has minted huge numbers at the Indian box office. The Marvel blockbuster continues to dominate theatres and is on course for a massive opening weekend.

Christopher Nolan’s cinematic adaptation of The Odyssey hasn't just drawn huge crowds to theaters—it has ignited a massive resurgence of interest in Homer's epic and classical mythology across the UK.

A tragic explosion at the upscale Balzi Rossi restaurant in central Moscow's Kudrinskaya Square killed three people, including a woman carrying an improvised explosive device, and left 21 others injured. According to Russia's National Anti-Terrorism Committee, the unidentified woman attempted to enter a private banquet on the restaurant's terrace. She was stopped by an alert security guard who grew suspicious of the package. The bomb detonated during the interception, instantly killing the woman, the security guard, and a nearby patron.