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‘Our military always acts in good faith’: Trump denies US role in Minab school attack, WH defends him

The White House defended President Trump’s denial of US involvement in a deadly attack on an Iranian school in Minab, asserting that the American military always acts in good faith.

Prominent political and business leaders join family to pay respects as Nand Kishore Goenka's last rites held in Hisar

Tributes poured in from across the political, business and film worlds, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and several other leaders remembering Nand Kishore Goenka's legacy.

US continues striking Iran on 5th consecutive day as truce talks remain in limbo

The United States launched its fifth consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military capabilities in Bandar Abbas, while the White House maintained that diplomatic negotiations with Tehran remain ongoing.

Why Russian strike fighters seat pilots side-by-side compared to US jets
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Russian Su-34 jets use side-by-side seating to share displays, reduce armour weight, and provide space for a relief tube. This helps fight pilot fatigue on 10-hour flights, unlike US tandem jets.

FIFA World Cup 2026: The remarkable story of Messi and baby Yamal

Before they faced each other in a FIFA World Cup final, Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal shared a remarkable moment that now seems destined by fate. In 2007, a young Messi posed for a charity photoshoot holding and bathing a five-month-old Yamal. Nearly two decades later, the Barcelona icons are set to meet on football's biggest stage, turning an iconic photograph into one of the sport's most extraordinary full-circle stories.

JD Vance claims Jeffrey Epstein had ties to Mossad or CIA during Joe Rogan interview

US Vice President JD Vance said on the Joe Rogan podcast that Jeffrey Epstein had connections to "Mossad, CIA or some other deep state" while discussing the Epstein files and Pam Bondi.

Ukraine: Massive protest over Zelensky's dismissal of Defence Minister

Ukraine has been thrown into complete political chaos. Just hours after Russia launched a massive attack of 13 missiles and 151 drones on Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky fired his highly popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and the Prime Minister. Fedorov is seen as the brilliant mind behind Ukraine's successful drone program. His aggressive audits uncovered $6.7 billion in overspending and kickback networks, and his move to open competitive tenders saved over $100 million on artillery. But now it seems this created powerful enemies. Watch how this shock firing has sparked massive, rare wartime protests in Kyiv as citizens accuse the presidency of lack of transparency and protecting corrupt networks.

Sonam Wangchuk's health condition turns more 'critical'

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk is still on hunger strike, and a petition in the Delhi High Court is now asking for him to be force-fed. His lawyer warned he could die within two days without intervention. Since June 28, his weight has dropped and his BP is down. He’s demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resign over NEET exam irregularities. The court has asked the Centre to respond to the hospitalisation plea. Now it’s a fight about life, conscience, and whether someone will finally listen before it’s too late.

Unprecedented public engagement in Tamil Nadu under CM Vijay

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay has crafted a revolutionary political template for Indian politicians, blending high-tech campaigning with a grassroots celebrity following. This "Thalapathy Template" is being closely studied across India for its focus on replacing traditional, chaotic public marketing with organized, data-driven voter targeting and modern technology.

BCCI to move on from Rohit Sharma? Lord's ODI could be his last for India: Report

Rohit Sharma could play his final ODI as BCCI reportedly plans to move on after the England series and focus on young players for the 2027 World Cup

Elon Musk's fortune takes a hit as SpaceX shares fall

SpaceX shares are under pressure as investors brace for a massive lock-up expiry that could release 911 million shares into the market. Analysts warn the stock could face further volatility after falling nearly 30% from its record highs. The decline has also dented Elon Musk's net worth, raising concerns over the company's near-term outlook despite its $1.8 trillion valuation.

Bangladesh police arrests suspect accused of killing former president Zia-ur Rahman

Bangladesh Police have arrested a suspect accused of involvement in the 1981 assassination of former President Zia-ur Rahman. The arrest comes decades after one of the country's most significant political killings and has renewed attention on the long-running investigation into the high-profile case. Authorities are expected to continue questioning the suspect as the probe moves forward.

Trump weighs options for broader strikes as Iran calls Hormuz 'unbreakable red line'

US President Donald Trump has threatened to hit Iran “very hard” and said Washington could take control of Iran’s key oil infrastructure, including Kharg Island — the hub that handles most of Tehran’s crude exports. Trump’s remarks come as tensions between the US and Iran escalate sharply, with fresh American strikes reported for a second consecutive day.

Puri Rath Yatra: One dead, over 100 devotees faint amid crowd surge

A devotee died and more than 100 others reportedly fainted during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri after a temporary crowd surge. Officials said there was no stampede, adding that those who fell ill were rushed to hospitals for treatment. Authorities have launched an investigation as the incident raises fresh concerns over crowd management during one of India's largest religious festivals.

UK grooming gang leader Shabir Ahmed's release sparks political backlash

The UK government is facing growing pressure to deport Shabbir Ahmed, the convicted leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, after his release from prison. However, Pakistan has refused to accept his deportation, triggering a diplomatic dispute between the two countries and reigniting debate over Britain's handling of grooming gang offenders.

UK's immigration law shields Shabir Ahmed from deportation

The UK government is facing growing pressure to deport Shabir Ahmed, the convicted leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, after his release from prison. However, Pakistan has refused to accept his deportation, triggering a diplomatic dispute between the two countries and reigniting debate over Britain's handling of grooming gang offenders.

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Maharashtra scam endangers children: 2.3 crore litres of milk adulterated with detergent

A milk adulteration scam has been exposed in Maharashtra's Dharashiv district with 2.3 crore litres of milk suspected to have entered the market over the last six months. This comes even as governments have intensified their crackdown on adulterated milk across India.

Guardians of the frontier, protectors of nature: An insider's account of the Indian army and veterans rejuvenating the Thar desert

Indian Army veterans, the Amaraah Foundation and local authorities transformed a wildlife rescue centre in Bikaner, highlighting how military expertise is supporting conservation in Rajasthan's Thar Desert.