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Democrats and voting rights groups say Donald Trump’s primetime speech making unverified claims of Chinese interference in the 2020 election is the clearest sign yet that the president is laying the groundwork to tamper with the results of November’s midterms.

Israel’s parliament has officially dissolved, kicking off a high-stakes campaign for national elections on October 27. The dissolution of the 25th Knesset (parliament) on Friday paves the way for a vote that is seen as a critical referendum on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political survival and his wars on Gaza, Lebanon and Iran.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a fierce attack on the AAP government in Punjab over law and order and several other issues, dubbing the ruling dispensation as a “Kattar Beiman” which neither has clean intentions, nor honesty.

Political speculation has intensified in Maharashtra after two senior NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) leaders met Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, fueling fresh buzz over a possible political realignment. While neither side has confirmed any alliance talks, the meeting has sparked debate over the future of the NCP(SP) and its equations with the NDA ahead of key political developments.

Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the new leader of the UK's governing Labour Party, paving the way for him to become Prime Minister in the coming days. The former Manchester mayor has pledged to restore hope, unite the country, and counter the growing influence of the far-right Reform UK, as he prepares to succeed Keir Starmer.

Cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers has died at the age of 89. The former West Indies captain is remembered as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the game, leaving behind an unmatched legacy with his batting, bowling and fielding.

Tom Holland shared a heartfelt note on social media, expressing gratitude to director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, his co-stars and the crew. The Odyssey released in cinemas in India on July 17.

Iran has asked Yemen’s Houthi movement to stand ready to close the Red Sea oil route if the United States strikes Iranian power infrastructure, three sources told Reuters on Thursday, posing a potent new threat ​to global energy supplies. The idea has been discussed within the Islamic Republic's leadership, and the message has been conveyed to Iran's Houthi allies, two senior Iranian ‌sources and a regional source familiar with the matter said, speaking on condition of anonymity.

Hezbollah has reiterated that it will not disarm, raising fresh concerns over the future of the Israel–Lebanon ceasefire arrangement. The group's stance threatens ongoing diplomatic efforts to stabilise the border, with fears that tensions could once again spiral into a broader regional conflict.

Reports suggest the UAE and Qatar have emerged as possible destinations for Russia's S-400 air defence system, as Gulf nations seek stronger missile shields following the Iran–U.S. conflict. The development comes amid speculation that Türkiye could part ways with its S-400 batteries in an effort to revive defence ties with the United States and potentially rejoin the F-35 fighter jet programme.

The United States escalated its renewed bombing campaign on Iran on Friday by hitting bridges and an airport, and ​Tehran responded with strikes on U.S. bases across the Middle East. Iran's IRGC struck US forward bases in Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Syria and Bahrain with coordinated salvos of advanced ballistic and massive missiles, plus drone swarms. Tehran says the strikes respond to heavy US bombardment and blockade measures. We unpack the weapons used Fattah, Khaibar Shekan, Zolfaghar, Fateh. The video explains how mixed salvos are aimed at defeating American multi-layered air defences, and what Iran's new two-for-one doctrine means for regional escalation.

India is witnessing its weakest monsoon start in nearly 24 years, with a widening rainfall deficit raising concerns over drought, reduced kharif sowing and the impact on agriculture and food production.

Parents claimed the hostel building has long suffered from inadequate cleanliness and maintenance, creating conditions that allowed rodents to enter rooms occupied by children.

Director Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is out in the theatre. Based on Homer's Greek epic, the movie will revolve around the journey of King Odysseus to his home after winning the Trojan War.

The ⁠quake was at ​a ​depth ⁠of 10 ​km (6.21 ​miles), ⁠USGS ⁠said.

Former India U-19 World Cup winner Manjot Kalra was arrested in Sri Lanka over alleged attempts to bribe players during the Lanka Premier League. Kalra, who is a co-owner of the Jaffna Kings franchise, is facing investigation in the bribery case.

US diarrhoea outbreak linked to a suspected food-borne illness has raised public health concerns and sparked political criticism involving Donald Trump. Get the latest updates on the outbreak, health alerts, investigation details, food safety concerns, and public reactions across the United States.

The delimitation bill has concerned the Opposition, particularly the southern state leaders as delimitation compared to northern states will lower their representation in the parliament.

The US House of Representatives has approved an amendment that would freeze all US financial assistance to Nigeria over concerns about the alleged persecution of Christians. The measure would withhold 100% of US aid until the Secretary of State certifies that Nigeria has taken effective steps to prevent religiously motivated violence, protect Christian communities, and hold perpetrators accountable. The amendment, sponsored by Republican Congressman Greg Steube, is now part of the State Department's spending bill but still requires approval from the US Senate before becoming law. Nigerian authorities have rejected the allegations, insisting that religious freedoms are being protected.