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India holds mega navy drills with navy personnel from 27 countries

The Indian Navy hosted 276 personnel from 27 countries in Kochi for Operation Southern Readiness 26-2, a four-day maritime security exercise focused on strengthening naval cooperation, training and interoperability against shared threats at sea.

'Failure is okay, cheating is not': Sachin Tendulkar calls for merit-based culture amid student protests

Sachin Tendulkar urges society to reward hard work, honesty and merit amid student protests. The cricket icon calls for protecting students' aspirations and strengthening children's future through fairness and integrity

Iran flew IRGC men, advisers and military gear to Yemen, bolstered Houthis for Red Sea blockade: Sources

Two Iranian sources said that between 10 and 21 IRGC personnel, including senior commanders, were on the Mahan Air flight from Tehran to Yemen on July 13. The IRGC commanders travelled there to support Houthi operations and provide training on new missile systems.

Russia-Ukraine war: Soldiers in foxholes fight drone assaults | Ground report from Ukraine front line

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.

US fears new point of friction, Miliband vows to strengthen ties

Fresh tensions may be brewing between Washington and London after Donald Trump reportedly expressed frustration over Ed Miliband's new role. While U.S. officials fear a new point of friction in bilateral ties, Miliband has vowed to strengthen cooperation and maintain close relations with the United States.

South China Sea clash: Chinese coast guard blasts Philippine ship with water cannons

Philippines releases shocking footage of China Coast Guard firing water cannon at PH vessel in South China Sea. Watch the full video to know more on this.

2026 Commonwealth Games Opening ceremony on Thursday

The opening ceremony of the 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place on Thursday in Glasgow. A scaled-down version of the event is taking place with just 10 sports featuring at the quadrennial event.

 Abhinav Bindra: Education system should inspire confidence

India's first Individual Olympic gold medalist has spoken out amid the NEET Protests in New Delhi. Bindra says the education system should inspire confidence.

Will Trump attack Mali next? | Gravitas

The Trump administration is reportedly considering strikes against the Al-Qaeda linked JNIM in Mali, a move that could deepen US involvement in the resource-rich Sahel region while risking confrontation with Russian forces and retaliation against Americans.

Biohacker says he has 'cloned' himself into 'baby-bryan' - 'My own blood boy'

Bryan Johnson, who has dedicated himself to beating death and increasing his longevity, has revealed that he has “cloned himself into a newborn.” He shared that this technology could help him reverse ageing. He also called his autoimmune condition the “best thing” that happened to him.

Musk promises 'True to Homer' AI version after Nolan's release

Elon Musk isn't done talking about "The Odyssey" — and this time, he's raising the stakes. Just days after Christopher Nolan's star-studded adaptation hit theatres worldwide and became a box office sensation, Musk announced that his AI platform, Grok Imagine, will create its own full-length version of Homer's epic before the year ends, calling it "historically accurate."

US-Saudi Deal: Trump says Saudi should join Abraham Accords

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?

Google employees seek stronger protection against job cuts

More than 4,500 Google employees just sent a strong message to CEO Sundar Pichai — enough with the layoff anxiety. Organized by the Alphabet Workers Union, workers rallied at Google's Mountain View campus demanding guaranteed severance, voluntary buyouts before forced layoffs, and an end to what they call quota-driven performance reviews.

'Sonam, it’s done, bro. Don’t extend this': Salman Khan now urges protesting students to go home, offers Wangchuk home cooked food to end fast

Salman Khan on Thursday urged Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike and offered to send him home-cooked food as well. Khan asked protesting students to go home and have faith in the government to take steps in NEET exam controversy.

South Africa anti-immigration violence: 2 Ghana nationals ask ICC to probe violence against migrants

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.

Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's drone war hits Russia's 'Amazon'

The Russia-Ukraine war witnesses another escalation as Kharkiv comes under reported Russian drone attacks, causing fresh concerns over security and the ongoing conflict. The strikes highlight the continued intensity of drone warfare as both sides remain engaged in fierce battles.

South Africa anti-immigration violence: 2 Ghana nationals ask ICC to probe violence against migrants

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.

Ireland: Tuam excavation uncovers 22 infant remains

The recovery of human remains at the former Mother-and-Baby Home site in Tuam, Ireland, has reached 99 as forensic examinations move forward. Authorities say 62 relatives have already provided DNA samples to assist identification efforts. The excavation has drawn global attention to one of Ireland's most painful historical chapters.

Trump praises Nigeria's Tinubu's efforts against violence towards Christians

US President Donald Trump has praised Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for his efforts to tackle violence affecting Christian communities, marking a shift from his earlier criticism over Nigeria's treatment of Christians. The remarks were made in a letter released by Nigeria's presidency.