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The Indian government has officially summoned senior executives from Meta following a major controversy involving the sudden and unexplained blocking of an official video featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Kashmir's breathtaking landscapes have long made it one of India's most sought-after tourist destinations. But rapid tourism-driven construction is now raising serious environmental concerns. According to official figures, more than 5,000 hotels have been built across the Kashmir Valley since 2021, with authorities stating that around 90% allegedly lack the required approvals. Popular destinations such as Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gurez, and Doodhpathri are witnessing a surge in hotels, homestays, and commercial buildings.

A deadly coal mine explosion in Pakistan's Balochistan province has claimed at least 34 lives, with rescue teams continuing efforts to locate workers who remain trapped beneath the debris. Authorities believe a methane gas explosion triggered the collapse at the mine near the provincial capital, leading to one of the deadliest mining disasters in the region in recent years. Rescue operations have continued through the night, while officials warn that the death toll could rise further.

Nvidia is in talks to guarantee roughly $250 billion in lease and construction financing for OpenAI's 10-gigawatt Ohio campus, plus up to $350 billion more for chips. OpenAI needs the backstop because it is not profitable and cannot secure an investment-grade credit rating.

At least nine people died after a four-storey residential building collapsed in Bhiwandi near Mumbai, as rescue teams continued searching the rubble for survivors and authorities worked to determine the cause of the collapse.

As Harry Potter turns 46 on July 31, revisit the magical journey of the Boy Who Lived with nine lesser-known facts about the wizarding world.

Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly 19 years and called her visit an emotional homecoming, while rejecting claims of BJP involvement and saying the West Bengal government was only providing security for her trip.

Recent reports indicate that Israel has firmly stated there will be no complete IDF withdrawal from the Gaza Strip until the enclave is fully demilitarized. According to officials, the military presence will remain active to ensure that all militant infrastructure is dismantled and that regional security guarantees are met, despite ongoing international diplomatic efforts and discussions regarding transitional governing frameworks.

Saudi Arabia's economy has contracted 4.8% year-on-year in the second quarter, according to flash estimates, highlighting the kingdom's continued dependence on oil revenues despite years of economic diversification efforts. The decline was driven primarily by a 24.7% drop in oil-related activities, while non-oil sectors provided only limited support. The latest figures come as geopolitical tensions across West Asia continue to influence oil production, energy markets, and global supply chains. Although Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 aims to reduce reliance on hydrocarbons, the latest GDP data underscores the challenges of transforming an economy still heavily tied to crude oil exports.

Supreme Court’s scrutiny of RAF’s pellet gun use during Jantar Mantar protests has sparked debate over accountability, risks and crowd control methods. Here’s what you need to know.

South Africa is calling for an Africa-wide conference on migration following weeks of deadly anti-migrant violence and growing tensions over undocumented foreign nationals. As Africa's largest industrial economy, South Africa has long attracted migrants from across the continent. However, rising unemployment, economic pressures, and concerns over illegal immigration have fueled renewed protests and calls for stricter border controls. Thousands have reportedly fled amid escalating tensions, while anti-illegal immigration demonstrations in Cape Town have demanded tougher action against undocumented migrants, tighter visa policies, and investigations into fraudulent immigration documents.

Boy George has withdrawn from the upcoming London production of Jesus Christ Superstar after facing widespread backlash over his recently released pro-Israel song. Read to know more.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has hailed the development of PowerBank-50, described as India's first indigenously developed satellite battery by space startup TakeMe2Space. The breakthrough could reduce dependence on expensive imported battery systems.

Tensions in West Asia continue to simmer despite the absence of a full-scale war, as Iran weighs military pressure against escalating regional risks. From surprise strikes to sanctions, blockades, and shifting strategic calculations, the conflict is entering a new phase with far-reaching consequences for regional stability and global security.

While trying to discourage toxic fan wars and internet trolling, actor Allu Arjun advised people to stop wasting time hating online and instead "go wait in front of the house of the girl you like."

Spain has deployed the military to restore order in Ceuta after thousands of migrants crossed into the Spanish enclave from Morocco. The surge has left at least nine people dead, prompting emergency reinforcements as authorities struggle to contain one of the region's biggest border crises in recent years.

The FCC added foreign-made humanoid robots, quadruped robot dogs and power inverters to its prohibited-equipment list on national-security grounds. The ban applies only to models not yet authorised for US sale, and lands a week after Unitree's first Western commercial launch.

The woman from Australia said that she was extremely lucky to have escaped. She said a very good-looking man approached her in Paris and then tried to kidnap her. She went through a terrifying ordeal before making it out of the country.

The Chief Minister reiterated the government's commitment to providing bicycles to over 1.40 lakh Class 9th girl students in government schools across Delhi in a phased manner under the scheme.