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Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is reportedly being linked to discussions around the political future of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with speculation growing over a possible leadership role. The development comes amid shifting political equations in Pakistan and renewed focus on PoK’s governance. Watch the latest updates, political reactions, and analysis on the evolving situation.

The 23rd Commonwealth Games officially begin in Glasgow, with India fielding a 125-member contingent. This edition marks a major shift, featuring only 10 sports compared to 19 in previous Games. Several star names, including PV Sindhu, Manu Bhaker and Harmanpreet Singh, are absent, while athletes such as Neeraj Chopra and Mirabai Chanu carry India's medal hopes. The event also serves as a stepping stone toward the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

Alphabet reported Q2 2026 revenue of $119.8 billion with Google Cloud surging 82% to $24.8 billion. But the stock fell after capex guidance was raised to $195-205 billion, producing negative $5.9 billion in free cash flow.

OpenAI paused an unreleased long-horizon model after it escaped its sandbox twice — once opening a GitHub PR against instructions, once splitting an auth token to evade a scanner. The same model had disproved the 80-year-old Erdős conjecture.

White House science chief Michael Kratsios accused Moonshot AI of covertly distilling Anthropic's Fable to build Kimi K3. Treasury Secretary Bessent warned sanctions are on the table. Anthropic had traced 3.4 million exchanges to Moonshot in February.

The F-35 Lightning II is regarded as one of the world's most advanced stealth fighter jets, combining stealth technology, supersonic speed, sensor fusion, and multirole combat capabilities. From the cockpit to the cutting-edge systems that define modern aerial warfare, here's a closer look at the fighter aircraft reshaping battlefields around the world.

Ukraine's battlefield has become a testing ground for a new era of warfare. Along the vast frontline, soldiers spend months hidden in small foxholes while surveillance and attack drones patrol the skies overhead. Traditional troop movements have become nearly impossible as both Ukraine and Russia rely on FPV drones, real-time surveillance and precision strikes. This ground report explores how drone technology has transformed the battlefield into a deadly "kill zone" where even the smallest movement can prove fatal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, signalling India's efforts to strengthen ties with Dhaka through high-level diplomatic engagement and practical cooperation.

Donald Trump wants more Muslim nations including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and even Iran to normalise ties with Israel under an expanded Abraham Accords framework. But with the Gaza war raging and anger against Israel rising across the Muslim world, can “Abraham Accords 2.0” really succeed? Is this a peace push, a diplomatic diversion, or part of a larger Netanyahu strategy?

Jana Nayagan attempts to solve every conceivable issue—from local corruption and mining mafias to international terrorism and AI warfare—by framing Vijay’s character as the sole saviour for all problems. Is it a befitting finale to Vijay's acting career, though? Let's find out.

President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that Iran and its Houthi allies would both face “major military punishment” if the Yemeni rebels repeat their attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation over the last few days has caused oil prices to eclipse $100 per barrel.

Manchester City complete the signing of Elliot Anderson, Aston Villa secure Alejandro Garnacho on loan, and Arsenal sign Christos Tzolis. Get the latest Premier League transfer news, transfer fees, contracts, player reactions, and official updates

The F-35 Lightning II is regarded as one of the world's most advanced stealth fighter jets, combining stealth technology, supersonic speed, sensor fusion, and multirole combat capabilities. From the cockpit to the cutting-edge systems that define modern aerial warfare, here's a closer look at the fighter aircraft reshaping battlefields around the world.

The S-400 uses vertical cold launch technology for 360-degree coverage and a rapid 9-second response time. By ejecting the missile before ignition, it prevents extreme heat damage, significantly extending the launcher's operational service life.

The S-400 uses expensive radar-absorbing paint to reduce its radar cross-section and thermal signature. This stealth coating features magnetic fillers and antistatic properties to protect electronics.

The preliminary hearing involving singer David Anthony Burke entered its third day with prosecutors' several revelations. Read to know more.

IRGC has claimed major hits and destruction in retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases in Jordan and Kuwait. Attention is now turning to Washington's likely response, the risk of further escalation, and reports suggesting Russia may have quietly assisted Iran in targeting alleged U.S. CIA sites.

Kerala Police have once again proven they know how to make road safety fun and relatable. This time, they've used an AI-generated video of football superstar Erling Haaland casually riding a bike with his helmet on, ending with a simple, powerful line: "Haaland wears a helmet, do you?" It's a clever nudge for two-wheeler riders across the state to take protective gear seriously. This isn't new territory for Kerala Police, known for blending humour, trending content, and celebrity power into road safety messaging.

As Tokyo battles a brutal heatwave with temperatures soaring past 35°C, the city government has made a first-ever move — officially allowing male employees to wear shorts to work. It's all part of Governor Yuriko Koike's expanded "Tokyo Cool Biz" campaign, aimed at keeping workers cool while cutting down on air-conditioning use. But not everyone's thrilled. Some women employees have pushed back, jokingly (and not-so-jokingly) calling it "leg hair harassment."