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Cricketer Abhishek Sharma has approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights. His plea raises concerns over the unauthorized use of AI-generated content and defamatory material using his identity.

The war is escalating on both fronts. Ukraine says it has struck deep inside Russia, while Moscow responded with a deadly ballistic attack on Kyiv that killed at least 8 people in Vyshneve. President Zelensky called it "ballistic terror" and said civilians are paying the price. At the same time, Zelensky is set to meet President Trump at the NATO summit in Ankara, where air defense will be top of the agenda. In a blunt admission, the NATO chief said the alliance is facing an interceptor shortage for Ukraine. As missiles fly both ways, the pressure to get more air defense to Kyiv has never been higher.

Kerala is getting older, and it’s the first to admit it. The state now has the highest share of elderly people in India and a median age of 31 years, the highest in the country. To tackle this, Kerala has launched a dedicated Elderly Welfare Department.

Chaos in Damascus. Two bombs exploded near a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron had spent the night, killing 4 people including police officers and wounding 18. Macron’s motorcade had left just before the blasts. He went ahead with the visit and met Syria’s President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the palace, in the first EU leader visit since Assad’s fall. France called Syria a "primary partner" for rebuilding. But the attack shows how fragile security still is after 13 years of war. Roads were sealed, security was tight, and a country trying to heal was shaken again.

A European intelligence assessment has warned that Russia's banking sector could face an 'explosive' crisis as lenders continue to shoulder the financial burden of Moscow's war economy. The report comes as the EU prepares a fresh round of sanctions targeting Russia.

US Senator Rick Scott questioned Pakistan's neutrality after the PM Shehbaz Sharif praised Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, saying Islamabad cannot be a credible mediator in US-Iran diplomacy.

The defence deals were mostly kept under wraps to make a splash at the NATO Summit in Ankara and included European ⁠countries buying surveillance drones from US company Northrop Grumman and NATO buying planes from Sweden’s Saab.

Ahead of The Odyssey release, Robert Pattinson has opened up about his role in the Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic, comparing it to Jacob from The Twilight Saga. Read on to know more.

Indonesian President revealed that a delegation from Jakarta had recently returned after spending two to three weeks in India studying agricultural practices that have successfully transformed arid land into productive farmland, with the aim of adapting similar techniques in Indonesia.

Jeremy Hansen, Artemis II astronaut from the Canadian Space Agency, has stepped down from his role after one trip to space. He had been an astronaut since 2009. His Artemis crewmate, Reid Wiseman, posted a heartfelt message for him.

A political showdown has erupted in Karnataka over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The BJP has accused state election officials of large-scale irregularities and demanded fresh door-to-door verification, while Congress has dismissed the allegations, triggering a heated war of words over the voter roll revision process.

Former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni turned 45 on Tuesday (Jul 7) and received birthday wishes from across the sports world. FIFA also wished the 'Thala' in a unique way through its latest social media post.

Karnataka is facing worsening drought-like conditions as weak monsoon rains continue to impact several districts. With reservoir levels nearing dead storage, the state has prioritised drinking water supply, launched fodder support for livestock, and is preparing to seek assistance from the Centre. Officials warn that despite a slight easing in the rainfall deficit, many regions remain under severe water stress.

Tragedy has struck Kerala. A landslide hit near a tunnel project area in Wayanad, leaving 2 people dead and 7 others reportedly missing. Heavy rain and unstable terrain triggered the collapse, catching workers off guard. Right now, search and rescue teams are working non-stop to find those trapped under debris. It’s a heartbreaking scene for families waiting for answers, and for a state that knows the pain of landslides all too well.

A fresh political row has erupted in Tamil Nadu after the DMK accused the ruling TVK government of removing former Chief Minister M.K. Stalin's name from the plaque of the ₹1,516-crore Nemmeli desalination project.

Before Diljit Dosanjh Satluj, several Indian films had faced certification issues and were not allowed to be released in theatres. From Bandit Queen to Black Friday, a look at some of the most controversial Hindi films.

Neha Dhupia will be attending the grand premiere in London alongside acclaimed actor Adil Hussain and the ensemble cast of the film. The premiere is expected to draw international cinema lovers, industry veterans, and members of the South Asian film community from across the globe.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly married in a private, dreamy ceremony at Madison Square Garden on July 3, attended by close family and friends. Despite keeping details under wraps, rumors spread that a wedding documentary was in the works.

A quiet health crisis is unfolding in Andhra Pradesh. In Srikakulam’s Uddanam region, new kidney disease cases are surfacing and fear is spreading through villages. For years, locals have battled what’s called the "Uddanam Kidney Crisis" — a mysterious illness linked to contaminated water, heat, and poor health infrastructure.