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Russia has charged Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism, placed him on an international wanted list and accused the app of aiding Ukrainian operatives.

PhD scholar Jyoti had taken an unpaved path to avoid waterlogging while walking from Girls’ Hostel No. 10 to the Department of Microbiology on the Panjab University campus in Chandigarh. She was rushed to the Government Multi-Speciality Hospital, Sector 16, but was declared brought dead.

Kangana Ranaut dominated the headlines for her “Generation Gutter” remark, which led to criticism from the youth. On July 29, the actress and BJP MP shared a video on Instagram, clarifying her stance amid the controversy.

As Assam grapples with devastating floods, Bollywood celebrities are stepping up to support affected families. From urging donations to providing essential supplies, stars are doing their bit to help those impacted by the crisis.

India's Lok Sabha has passed the Anti-Paper Leak Bill following nationwide student protests over the NEET paper leak controversy. The bill was cleared amid heated exchanges and loud protests from the opposition. BJP leaders also launched a sharp attack on Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi after he alleged that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had authorized police firing on student protesters. Meanwhile, the conflict in West Asia continues to escalate as the United States and Saudi Arabia say they carried out strikes on an Iraqi militant alliance in response to recent attacks. In Japan, a powerful earthquake has claimed at least 13 lives, with rescue teams racing to find survivors trapped under collapsed buildings. Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina says she is determined to return to Bangladesh by December despite security concerns. Europe is also battling devastating wildfires, with thousands evacuated in Spain while French firefighters struggle to contain rapidly spreading blazes. Indian stock markets ended sharply higher, with the Sensex surging nearly 900 points and the Nifty closing at 24,250, adding nearly ₹4 lakh crore to investor wealth despite rising oil prices linked to the US-Iran conflict. Stay tuned for the latest national and international news updates.

Born as Vincent Belorgey, the electropop legend had a huge fan following. However, he became famous internationally after the release of Nightcall in the movie Drive.

With the ITR filing deadline nearing, many salaried taxpayers may still be waiting for Form 16. Here are key things to know before submitting your income tax return on time.

Yemen's Houthi rebels are considering imposing fees on ships transiting the Red Sea after declaring a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions with the United States and its regional allies.

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake has struck southwestern Japan, killing at least 13 people and leaving widespread destruction across Kumamoto Prefecture. The quake toppled buildings, damaged roads and bridges, derailed a cargo train, and sparked multiple fires. Authorities say a gas leak likely triggered a deadly explosion at a shopping mall, where several people remain missing. Around 300,000 residents have been urged to evacuate as strong aftershocks continue to shake the region. Rescue teams, supported by Japan's military, are carrying out search and relief operations while officials assess the damage. The historic Kumamoto Castle has also suffered fresh damage, years after the devastating 2016 earthquakes.

Before Spider-Man: Brand New Day, let's revisit the most memorable moments from Spider-Man: No Way Home, where Tom Holland's Peter Parker makes the biggest sacrifice.

Discover the latest ICC Rankings update: Shubman Gill reclaims the No. 1 ODI batting spot, while Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remain in the top 5. Plus, big movers in Test cricket.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described his latest White House meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump as "one of the best conversations" they have ever had. The high-level discussions focused on Iran's nuclear program, regional security, and the broader situation in West Asia following the Iran conflict. Netanyahu said both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and strengthening Israel's long-term security. Meanwhile, protesters gathered outside the White House, with anti-Zionist Orthodox Jewish groups, Christian organizations, and other faith-based activists calling for an end to the war in Gaza, an end to violence in the West Bank, and a renewed push for diplomacy over military action.

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has threatened to resume nationwide protests after the Supreme Court allowed investigations into FIRs filed during the anti-exam paper leak agitation to continue. While the court directed authorities not to take coercive action against eligible student protesters and ordered the preservation of CCTV footage and electronic evidence, it did not order the withdrawal of existing cases. CJP leaders allege that the interim order contradicts assurances given by the central government during negotiations that led to the suspension of protests. Founder Abhijeet Dipke accused authorities of targeting students, while party spokesperson Saurav Das warned of fresh nationwide demonstrations if the government's commitments are not honored. Meanwhile, several states have begun withdrawing cases against eligible student protesters.

Iran rejects Oman's Strait of Hormuz management proposal as the US and Saudi Arabia launch joint strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating tensions.

The conflict in West Asia has intensified after joint US-Saudi airstrikes in Iraq reportedly killed at least 20 members of a former paramilitary alliance linked to pro-Iran groups. The strikes came as Iran launched ballistic missiles targeting US military positions, while the US military claimed all incoming missiles were successfully intercepted. Meanwhile, Iran says it struck oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz and has proposed a temporary maritime arrangement with Oman to manage shipping routes through the strategic waterway. Saudi Arabia also reported intercepting drones targeting key oil facilities, while Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacks on a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea.

A heated debate over the Anti-Paper Leak Bill triggered massive disruptions in the Lok Sabha as Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched sharp attacks on the RSS and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. His remarks sparked strong objections from the Treasury benches, with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju demanding that Rahul Gandhi either substantiate his allegations or apologize. The debate quickly escalated into repeated protests and adjournments as opposition and ruling alliance MPs clashed over the education system, student protests, and the government's handling of examination reforms. The Opposition also continued to demand the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah in Parliament.

The shocking revelations of Leto allegedly assaulting them at different places were made in a new BBC documentary, Jared Leto: Hollywood’s Dark Secret.

The Wisconsin brewery promoted a deal for free beer on the “day he dies”, in an apparent reference to Donald Trump. Following the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, it wrote, “we almost got #freebeerday”.

Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman and US attorney, has been confirmed as Trump’s pick for top intelligence chief. Know about his career in finance, law and government service.