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‘Millions will join protests,’ warns CPJ; Sonam Wanchuk sets condition to end fast | Gravitas

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has been seeking Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over students ending their lives allegedly due to the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam conducted on May 3 due to a large-scale paper leak.

Iran threatens regional infrastructure, energy facilities if US strikes bridges, power plants

Iran warned it would strike regional infrastructure and energy facilities if the US targets bridges or power plants in the Islamic Republic, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

Ukraine: Zelensky's military shake-up sparks row

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed army commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new military leader. This decision was made to quell massive public protests that erupted after the abrupt sacking of reformist Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Trump bats for Infantino as UN Secretary-General

Reports suggest US President Donald Trump is backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino to succeed António Guterres as the next UN Secretary-General when his term ends in December 2026. Trump reportedly believes Infantino's global profile and 'ability to bring people together' make him a strong contender for the role

Fresh embarrassment for Munir as Amnesty dubs Pak attack on Kabul hospital as 'war crime'

Amnesty International has called for Pakistan's air strikes on a hospital in Kabul to be investigated as a 'war crime'. As per the Taliban, 400 people lost their lives in this dastardly attack on March 16. Amnesty dismissed Pakistan's claim that the facility was a storage hub for ammunition.

Fresh clashes erupt between protesters and police near Jantar Mantar; cops injured, tear gas fired

AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal warned against a possible government crackdown on protesting students, citing the deployment of more security forces and an internet shutdown, and urged the Centre not to take such a "misadventure".

Trump's 'very heavy' attack on Iran nuclear site could spread nuclear havoc in Gulf

Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through west asia triggering fears of widespread havoc. With the US President threatening to attack an Iran nuclear site, and Iran promising a major retaliation if the attack happens, what happens if these threats turn into action?

China: Gallium nitride powers unique radar satellite

China's dominance in the global supply of gallium nitride is powering one of its most advanced surveillance satellites. A new study reveals that the Ludi Tance-4 01 satellite, capable of monitoring nearly a third of Earth's surface around the clock, relies on this critical material, highlighting Beijing's growing technological and strategic advantage.

Wildberries warehouses go up in flames near Moscow | Russia unleashes glide bombs on zaporizhzhia

Massive fires recently engulfed major Wildberries warehouses in the Moscow region (Elektrostal) and other Russian cities following large-scale Ukrainian drone strikes. Meanwhile, Russian forces bombarded Ukraine’s front-line industrial city of Zaporizhzhia with guided glide bombs, striking residential buildings and causing significant civilian casualties and destruction.

'Jana Nayagan' crosses $4.6mn in global pre-sales

The excitement around 'Jana Nayagan' has reached fever pitch as the film crosses $4.6 million in global pre-sales ahead of its release. Fans in Chennai have already begun first-day-first-show celebrations with massive film banners being erected.

The cosmic collision that changed our galaxy

Astronomers have uncovered evidence suggesting the Milky Way was flipped by more than 90 degrees after a violent collision with a dwarf galaxy known as the Gaia Sausage around 10 billion years ago. Researchers say the massive impact reshaped the galaxy long before the Solar System formed, offering fresh insights into the Milky Way's turbulent past.

Panama FM Vásquez backs India for permanent UN Security Council seat; seeks IIT campus, Indian investments

Panama is positioning itself as India’s gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, leveraging the Panama Canal’s strategic importance. The minister invited Indian businesses to establish operations in Panama, citing its logistics hub status, efficient ports, and stable, rules-based economy.

Lalit Modi plans comeback after 16 years as he gets legal relief in FEMA case

IPL founder Lalit Modi says he will return to India later this year after a tribunal ruled in his favour in the 2009 IPL South Africa FEMA case.

USs judge blocks Trump's migrant work permit ban

A U.S. federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's migrant work permit ban, siding with immigrants in a key legal battle. The ruling allows eligible migrants to continue seeking work authorization while the case moves through the courts, dealing a setback to the administration's immigration agenda.

'Through dialogue we can find an amicable solution': Yuvraj Singh on NEET protests

Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh has called for peace, safety and equal opportunities for children and citizens amid the NEET protests, urging all sides to resolve the issue through dialogue.

 Australian doctors celebrate the unprecedented miracle

An Australian mother, Jenitar Sau Na'amoana, gave birth to naturally conceived identical quadruplets at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital in Queensland on July 14, 2026. The girls—Emily, Harriet, Alexa, and Catherine—were delivered via C-section at 28 weeks and four days gestation.

Cosmic Gymnastics: Our Milky Way galaxy flipped on its side

Astronomers have uncovered evidence suggesting the Milky Way was flipped by more than 90 degrees after a violent collision with a dwarf galaxy known as the Gaia Sausage around 10 billion years ago. Researchers say the massive impact reshaped the galaxy long before the Solar System formed, offering fresh insights into the Milky Way's turbulent past.

Former IDF chief favourite to replace Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's prime minister

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot has emerged as the leading challenger to unseat Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Recent major polls show Eisenkot, leading the centrist Yashar party, outperforming Netanyahu by significant margins ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.

Pooja Hegde said 'yes' to Jana Nayagan for THIS reason

Pooja Hegde was aware that she had limited screen time in Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan. However, the actress still agreed to be a part of the film becuase of her bond with the actor-politician.