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Rising oil prices and pressure on the rupee have sparked concerns over tighter scrutiny of cryptocurrency transactions. Analysts say economic uncertainty and capital outflow risks could prompt regulators to strengthen oversight of the digital asset sector. The evolving situation is being closely watched by investors and market participants.

South Korean singer-actress IU and actor Lee Jong Suk have reportedly ended their relationship after four years together. Read to know more.

Funeral prayers for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei were held at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, attended by several senior officials and family members. While his sons Mostafa, Masoud, and Meysam were present at the ceremony, Mojtaba Khamenei was notably absent. The funeral has drawn significant attention as Iran marks the final rites for its longtime leader.

Iran has alleged that two of its military sites came under attack amid escalating tensions with the United States. The reported strikes add to growing concerns over a widening conflict, as both sides exchange accusations and military actions across the region. Officials are continuing to assess the damage while the situation remains highly volatile.

The brown huntsman spiders found in Australia are the fastest spiders on Earth. A study has found that the Heteropoda jugulan species can run at speeds of 13km/hr. However, there could be much faster spiders out there, scientists said.

As global markets accelerate toward institutional crypto adoption, India has dramatically tightened its domestic enforcement architecture, using Budget 2026.

K-pop girl group NewJeans is reportedly sued in the US over copyright infringement. In addition, their label ADOR and parent company HYBE are also named in the lawsuit. Read to know more.

The RBI confirmed 98.5% of ₹2,000 notes have been returned, leaving just ₹5,451 crore in circulation. They remain legal tender and can still be exchanged indefinitely via 19 RBI offices or India Post.

Priyanka Chopra made a stunning appearance at Wimbledon in an elegant white outfit. But more than her dress, it was her FaceTiming husband Nick Jonas from the Royal Box that caught the attention of everyone around.

Mbappe scores, assists in France's 2-0 win over Morocco; withdrawn late with ankle knock but says "all good." France reach third straight WC semis, face Spain/Belgium winner Tuesday.

Senate Democrats have accused FBI Director Kash Patel of diverting hundreds of bureau personnel to investigate Donald Trump's 2020 election claims, calling it a "misuse of taxpayer dollars" and a politically driven "fool's errand".

A century-old clock tower collapsed at Kozhikode Railway Station in the south Indian state of Kerala during heavy monsoon rains. Here is what happened:

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's last film before his foray into politics, Jana Nayagan, has finally been cleared by the Censor Board and granted an ‘A’ certificate. CBFC has demanded 12 modifications in the film.

The announcement, made during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

In a landmark development at the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, President Donald Trump announced that the United States will grant Ukraine a license to domestically manufacture Patriot interceptor missiles. Aimed at bolstering Kyiv's long-term air defense capabilities against ongoing ballistic missile threats, the move allows Ukraine to produce its own "defensive shield" without relying solely on limited U.S. stockpiles.

JK Simmons recently revealed that he has never met Tom Holland, despite working for the same Marvel films. Read to know more.

India's youngest consumers are entering the credit system earlier than ever, opening multiple credit cards and spending more aggressively than millennials. Here's what the latest CIBIL report reveals about Gen Z's changing relationship with money.

Turkish President Erdogan triggered a diplomatic and logistical scramble by gifting personalised .357 Magnum revolvers and live ammunition to NATO summit leaders, forcing strict customs reviews across Europe.

Driven by high tariffs, India's toy imports fell 71% while exports hit $186M. Capturing under 1% of global trade, the Centre now targets a 25% global market share by 2032 through MSMEs and FTAs.