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As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to escalate, questions are mounting over whether Pakistan could be drawn into the conflict. While Islamabad has tried to position itself as a regional mediator, its longstanding strategic ties with Saudi Arabia could complicate that balancing act and test its policy of neutrality.

The 2026 Commonwealth Games will begin on July 23 in Glasgow, but India may not be able to match half of its tally from the previous games due to the absence of sports like Hockey, Badminton and shooting.

Commonwealth Games-bound Murali Sreeshankar says India's long jump has entered a new era with multiple athletes crossing 8 metres. He believes fierce domestic competition will help India challenge for global medals

The Maharashtra bandh has been called by Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA), a political party led by Prakash Ambedkar, the grandson of India’s Constitution architect B.R. Ambedkar. The party has urged opposition groups, students, labour unions, and the public to participate in peaceful protest.

As CM Vijay's much-anticipated last film, Jana Nayagan, is finally arriving in theatres after months of legal battles and clip leaks, stream the blockbuster movies listed below on OTT platforms that celebrate his remarkable cinematic legacy.

Africa has become the continent with the highest number of people suffering from hunger, according to the UN's latest State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 report. Nearly 309 million Africans, or 20% of the continent's population, are facing undernourishment despite a slight improvement in hunger rates. The report highlights that 66.6% of Africans cannot afford a healthy diet, more than double the level recorded in Asia. Climate change, armed conflicts, economic hardship, rising food prices, and the impact of the Iran conflict on energy and fertilizer costs have worsened food insecurity across the continent.

At the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, Boeing showcased Australia's MQ-28 Ghost Bat drones as the US Air Force continues testing the advanced uncrewed combat aircraft. The AI-powered loyal wingman platform is designed to operate alongside fighter jets, boosting surveillance, electronic warfare, and combat capabilities.

The Southwest Monsoon supplies about 75 per cent of India's annual rainfall, crucial for irrigation, drinking water, and hydropower. It begins in early June over Kerala and covers most of India by mid-July.

Director H. Vinoth has hinted that Jana Nayagan may not be Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's final film after all, raising hopes among fans ahead of its theatrical release on July 23.

Opposition Members of Parliament arrived in black attire to protest inside the Parliament premises over the NEET controversy, the alleged crackdown on student protesters in Delhi, and the government's handling of the education crisis. Congress leader Pawan Khera said the black clothing symbolizes the Opposition's protest against the treatment of students, the continued tenure of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and the government's response to nationwide student unrest.

Heavy rains continue to batter Assam and Jammu & Kashmir, triggering severe floods, landslides and widespread disruption. Rescue teams remain on alert as authorities work to evacuate affected residents and restore essential services.

A study has noted that humans could theoretically live up to 190 years if certain hallmarks of ageing are completely removed. When age is de-linked with mortality, the median age is 1,759 years. However, with somatic mutations, this number comes down to 156 years.

The attacks on Wildberries’ huge warehouses are a part of Ukraine’s campaign of deep strikes inside Russia to undermine Moscow’s war effort and bring the conflict home to ordinary Russians. Ukraine says it is targeting companies and infrastructure that support the Russian military.

Actress Ayesha Khan, who shot to fame for appearing in the song Shararat in the film Dhurandhar, was detained by the Mumbai police on Wednesday for protesting against NEET exam discrepancies.

US President Donald Trump threatened to bomb a bridge or power plant in Iran after every attack on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as Washington and Tehran continue their military confrontation.

The Commonwealth Games 2026 will officially begin with the opening ceremony at the Hydro arena in Glasgow, Scotland, on Thursday (Jul 23). Here's everything you need to know before the event.

A journalist who warned about COVID-19 and the 2008 economic crisis was labelled a fear mongerer at the time. But both things happened. Now he has another warning for world leaders and hopes they will take him seriously this time.

A Jammu and Kashmir Police constable was killed after terrorists opened fire in a shoot-and-scoot attack in Anantnag. The victim, identified as Aashiq Hussain Qureshi of the 3rd Battalion India Reserve, succumbed to his injuries, while The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack.

As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue to escalate, questions are mounting over whether Pakistan could be drawn into the conflict. While Islamabad has tried to position itself as a regional mediator, its longstanding strategic ties with Saudi Arabia could complicate that balancing act and test its policy of neutrality.