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According to the government, premium fuels will not face ethanol blending because these are specialised products formulated with performance-enhancing additives.

Russia has reportedly brought its largest nuclear-powered battlecruiser, Admiral Nakhimov, back into service after years of modernization. The warship, equipped with advanced missile systems and upgraded combat capabilities, is expected to strengthen Moscow's naval power as the Russia-Ukraine war continues and geopolitical tensions rise in the Arctic and beyond.

The tensions between Iran and the U.S. have entered another dangerous phase. Is a 'massive attack' on Iran in store soon? With the entry of the deadly B-1 Bomber, what will Trump's next move be? Will this be a point of no return?

China is positioning artificial intelligence as the next major pillar of its global influence. At the recently held world AI conference in Shanghai, Chinese president Xi Jinping unveiled an ambitious AI outreach strategy that analysts say could become a new mode of Beijing's belt and road initiative.

According to the US Treasury Department, Iranian billionaire Babak Zanjani was sentenced to death for allegedly embezzling millions from the National Iranian Oil Company, but his sentence was commuted in 2024, and then last year, he emerged as a major backer of the regime.

Israel's government is reportedly considering a total ban on the use of civilian drones in Israeli airspace. According to Israel's N12 news, the reason is due to growing fears of a potential Iranian attack against Israel. The report cited an Israeli security cabinet meeting at which the issue was discussed.

Russia has reportedly brought its largest nuclear-powered battlecruiser, Admiral Nakhimov, back into service after years of modernization. The warship, equipped with advanced missile systems and upgraded combat capabilities, is expected to strengthen Moscow's naval power as the Russia-Ukraine war continues and geopolitical tensions rise in the Arctic and beyond.

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP), leading the nationwide protests over the NEET paper leak controversy, has reaffirmed its demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing stricter measures against examination paper leaks. Activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving government assurances that no legal action would be taken against peaceful protesters. However, CJP leaders insist the protests will continue until the Education Minister steps down.

The tensions between Iran and the U.S. have entered a dangerous new phase. The deployment of the deadly B-1 bomber signals a possible escalation, as President Donald Trump weighs his next move. The confrontation is pushing the region closer to a potential point of no return.

Ukrainian drones have struck warehouses belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries near St Petersburg, triggering a massive fire. Kyiv claims the facilities were storing components for military drones and supporting Russia's war effort, while the attack marks the third strike on the warehouses in less than a week.

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DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng says AGI, not short-term profit, remains the company's main goal. He also argues that US restrictions on Nvidia chips are accelerating China's push towards domestic AI hardware, with DeepSeek working closely with Huawei.

India is accelerating the development of its indigenous Kusha air defence system after the DRDO successfully tested the M-1 interceptor, with further trials planned to strengthen the country's multi-layered missile shield under Mission Sudarshan Chakra.

Gitanjali J Angmo hit back at critics questioning Sonam Wangchuk's decision to end his 26-day hunger strike, saying he chose "sacrifice over comfort" and is currently in the ICU after losing 11 kg.

Back in May, Israel’s defence forces started deploying hundreds of mesh nets to entangle and stop incoming Hezbollah first-person view drones. Local media said the Israeli defence ministry reported a successful drone interception against Hezbollah drones of just 50% in June.

He also said that a similar promise was made by the Russian President Vladimir Putin, who "understands that I do not sell Weapons to Ukraine, but to NATO Countries."

Could the Iran conflict trigger a new nuclear arms race in West Asia? As missiles, drones and deterrence dominate military calculations, regional powers are reassessing their security strategies. The war is raising fresh concerns about proliferation, strategic balance and the future of stability in the Middle East.

The Lebanese Army is reportedly preparing to move into areas long considered Hezbollah strongholds, as regional dynamics continue to shift. U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for the Lebanese government while also indicating openness to talks involving Hezbollah, raising fresh questions about the future of security and diplomacy in Lebanon.

Fresh U.S. tariffs are creating new tensions between Washington and Beijing ahead of a highly anticipated meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump in September. The latest trade friction comes amid ongoing disagreements over tariffs, technology, supply chains and market access. As the world's two largest economies prepare for high-stakes talks, investors and policymakers are closely watching whether the summit can ease tensions or deepen the rivalry.