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Taiwan resumes 'anti-communist' patriotic classes, says ‘threat from China rising’

In 2002, the formal “anti-communist patriotic education” for military graduates ended and was renamed “patriotic education”.

One killed, six injured in mass shooting during July 4 celebrations in Pensacola, Florida

A 19-year-old man was killed and six others were injured in a mass shooting during July 4 celebrations in Pensacola, Florida. Police are investigating.

Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj temporarily removed from Zee5; OTT platform issues statement

Diljit Dosanjh's Satluj will no longer be available on Zee5 in India until further notice. The OTT platform on Sunday took to social media to announce the decision. Read on to know more.

ECI notifies objections to 'TRS' acronym of Kavitha's party

The political tug-of-war over the iconic "TRS" acronym has reached a critical stage. The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notice to K. Kavitha’s newly formed party, Telangana Rakshana Sena (TRS), directing them to propose three alternative names within 15 days.

Putin, Trump hold nearly 90-min phone call; Trump offers to help end Ukraine war in call with Putin

In a high-stakes diplomatic move, U.S. President Donald Trump held a nearly 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on July 4, 2026. The conversation the fourth between the two leaders this year—focused heavily on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the urgent need for a cessation of hostilities.

Does India have a 'Rashtra Bhasha'? Assam Assembly introduces Hindi as an official language

The Assam Legislative Assembly has introduced Hindi as an official language. But does India have a 'Rashtra Bhasha' or national language? Here's what the Constitution says.

Another monsoon-related death in Mumbai: Tree falls on man in Kurla amid heavy rain

Hakimuddin was trapped under debris and later pulled out by rescue teams and taken to Fauzia Hospital, where he was declared brought dead.

‘The Opposite of a Dictator’: Deschamps fiercely defends French captain Kylian Mbappé amid criticism

Didier Deschamps fiercely defended French captain Kylian Mbappé against "dictator" labels after France's physical 1-0 World Cup victory over Paraguay.

China-Russia joint drills: Exercise will begin from China's Qingdao

The Chinese and Russian navies have officially kicked off the "Joint Sea-2026" naval exercises, with forces assembling in the waters and airspace near the strategic port city of Qingdao, Shandong Province.

Khamenei funeral: Iran’s state funeral becomes rally for revenge against US and Israel

The atmosphere in Tehran is one of intense fervor and defiance as millions of Iranians gather for the state funeral of the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Four months after his assassination in a joint U.S.-Israeli strike, the capital has become the epicenter of a massive, week-long mourning procession, where public grief is rapidly transforming into a collective call for vengeance.

England don’t need Viagra to prepare for Mexico clash at World Cup, jokes Henderson

Jordan Henderson laughs off bizarre rumours that England would use Viagra to combat the high altitude at Estadio Azteca ahead of their World Cup clash with Mexico.

Satluj: Diljit Dosanjh reveals why his toughest role left him emotionally drained

Diljit Dosanjh recently spoke about Satluj being one of the toughest projects of his career and how it exhausted him emotionally and physically. Read to know more.

Sohail Khan recalls father Salim Khan's recent health scare: 'Doctor said you might loose him'

Months after Salim Khan faced a health scare, actor Sohail Khan opened up about the time when his father was admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital for around a month. Read on to know more.

India politics: Prashant Kishore to contest polls from Bankipur in Bihar

In a major political development, election strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishor has officially announced his entry into electoral politics. The Jan Suraaj Party founder will contest the upcoming July 30 by-election from Bihar’s Bankipur Assembly constituency. This high-stakes seat, a long-standing BJP stronghold, fell vacant after party leader Nitin Nabin was elected to the Rajya Sabha.

Why is Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei absent from Ali Khamenei's funeral?

Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, did not attend the funeral of his father, Ali Khamenei. Here's why he remained absent amid security concerns.

From Prodigy Trap to Eternal Greatness: How 5 Teenage Debutants Changed Sports History
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Following Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s historic India debut at 15 years and 99 days, we take a look at six sporting heroes who emerged on the international scene in their teens and dominated their respective sports forever.

Aamir Khan kisses Gauri Spratt after wedding vows; newlyweds' first dance goes viral | Watch

Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt are officially married, and several glimpses from the ceremony have surfaced online. Attended by close family and friends, this marks the actor's third wedding.

Trump offers top help to end Ukraine war in call with Putin

In a high-stakes diplomatic flurry ahead of next week's NATO summit in Ankara, U.S. President Donald Trump held separate, extensive telephone conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Pakistan deputy PM Ishaq Dar faces backlash over grandson's gang rape arrest

A massive controversy has gripped Pakistan’s political establishment following the arrest of Muhammad Raza Dar, a relative (identified in reports as a grandson) of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Raza Dar is one of four suspects currently in police custody in connection with the alleged kidnapping, gang rape, and extortion of two foreign nationals in Lahore.