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Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasrin was all smiles as she arrived in Kolkata on Friday nearly two decades after she was forced to move out. Nasrin will be part of an event in the city on Saturday.

South Africa's anti-immigration unrest has taken a serious international turn. Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court, urging a preliminary investigation into attacks on African migrants that they believe could amount to crimes against humanity. This comes after months of violent protests, mass deportations, and tens of thousands of migrants fleeing the country amid rising anti-foreigner sentiment. With homes burned, shops looted, and lives lost, the crisis has drawn global attention.

India's monsoon emergency continues to intensify as devastating floods wreak havoc across multiple states, with Assam remaining the worst affected. The flood death toll in Assam has climbed to 80, while more than 3 lakh people across seven districts continue to battle rising waters, damaged homes, and widespread destruction.Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Members of Parliament (MPs) from Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland on 30 July 2026, at Parliament House in New Delhi to review the worsening monsoon flood situation impacting both Northeastern states.

J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has claimed that nearly 90% of the 5,000 hotels built in Kashmir over the past six years are illegal, warning of large-scale violations in the Valley's tourism sector. He said only around 10% of the hotels have valid approvals.

At least nine people have been killed after the four-storey Kohinoor Building collapsed in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, late Thursday night.A major multi-agency rescue operation is currently underway to pull survivors from the debris.

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake in Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture triggered a devastating explosion at the Aeon Mall shopping complex, leaving parts of the structure collapsed and rescue teams racing against time. Witnesses described scenes of panic as shoppers and employees evacuated moments before a massive blast sent debris flying and filled the air with dust "like volcanic ash." Authorities are investigating whether a gas leak contributed to the explosion. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has called the rescue operation a "race against time" as emergency workers continue searching for those still trapped. More than 100 aftershocks have complicated rescue efforts across the region.

KATSEYE's Sophia Laforteza is facing online backlash after vacation photos emerged following her illness-related absence from a show. Amid the criticism, her comments on dealing with internet hate have resurfaced. Read to know more.

Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio holds the fifth spot nationally with declared assets of Rs 46.95 crore, followed by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma at Rs 35.16 crore, Meghalaya CM Sangma at Rs 14.06 crore and Tripura CM Manik Saha's declared assets stand at Rs 13.90 crore.

At least 16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, have died and 75 were injured in the West Asia conflict, MEA told Parliament. Over 2,500 Indians have been evacuated from Iran amid rising tensions.

UEFA has warned it could boycott the World Cup if FIFA goes ahead with its proposal to create a commercial subsidiary to manage its major tournaments.

The National Commission for Women has set a target of eliminating child marriage across India by 2030, with an interim goal of reducing cases by 10% by 2026. The commission says the practice remains a major concern.

Around 30 Minnesota water systems were targeted in cyberattacks suspected to be linked to Iran-backed CyberAv3ngers, raising fresh concerns over threats to US critical infrastructure.

The American Red Cross declared only the second national blood supply crisis in its history on July 30, 2026. Donations have hit a four-year summer low, leaving the nation with less than a one-day supply of critical type O positive blood amid surging hospital trauma demands.

US President Donald Trump has accused the US Supreme Court of costing the country “trillions and trillions of dollars” after it struck down his emergency tariffs and executive order restricting birthright citizenship. Trump claimed the rulings undermined key parts of his economic and immigration agenda.

Israel’s political landscape is set for a historic showdown. Former Army Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot has officially launched his electoral campaign for the premiership, delivering a scathing rebuke of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership. With parliamentary elections looming in October 2026, the race to decide the future of the nation has officially begun.

A major wildfire in Suffolk, Britain, is moving closer to the Sizewell B nuclear power station. Is the plant in danger of damage from the wildfire? Experts weigh in on the matter, explaining what could happen if the fire gets too close to the nuclear power plant.

As excitement builds for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, revisit the films, TV shows, and animated adaptations that introduced generations to Lord Ram and his timeless journey from his claim to the throne of Ayodhya to his epic battle with the demon king Ravana.

Firefighters in Turkey are battling fast-moving wildfires fueled by strong winds, particularly in the southwestern Muğla Province near tourist hubs like Fethiye and Bodrum. The blazes have forced the precautionary evacuation of hundreds of residents, tourists, and a local hospital, while heavy smoke has temporarily closed major regional roads.

Addressing an event on Thursday, the CM stated that he sees education and skill development as the two eyes, expressing concern over the employability of engineering graduates.