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Israel delays release of Palestinians over ‘parading’ captives, guarantee of next hostage handover

World | Israeli PM Netanyahu insists Hamas must end propaganda tactics before further prisoner releases, impacting over Palestinians expected to be freed.

'Islamist' knife attack in France: One dead, two police officers seriously injured in Mulhouse stabbing

Trending | World| France's national anti-terror prosecutors unit (PNAT), which has taken charge of the investigation, said the suspect first attacked the municipal police officers, shouting "Allahu Akbar" (God is greatest).

India or Bangladesh? Report suggests USAID’s $21mn grant was for 2024 Bangladesh Elections

World News | Gain insights into the controversy involving USAID, with records showing no election funding projects in India, countering previous reports.

WPL 2025: Henry, Goud give UP Warriorz maiden win of season, beat Delhi Capitals

Sports, Cricket: UP-W came roaring back into the contest riding on Henry's excellent 23-ball 62, studded with eight sixes and two fours, to set a 178-run target for the Delhi side

Trump temporarily removes Resolute Desk from Oval Office,  after Musk's son seen picking his nose

World| Trump shared on Truth Social that presidents can choose from seven desks, and he selected the C&O Desk as a temporary replacement. The C&O Desk, originally built for Chesapeake and Ohio Railway executives, was donated to the White House in 1987.

Dubai Open: Mirra Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 champion

Sports, Tennis: Russian 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva wrapped up a fairytale week in Dubai by becoming the youngest ever WTA 1000 champion with victory over Clara Tauson on Saturday.

India: 22-year-old reportedly succumbs to Guillain-Barre Syndrome in West Bengal, Death toll rises to 2

West Bengal faces a second Guillain-Barre Syndrome death this year as -year-old Khairul Sheikh passes away, highlighting the region's ongoing health challenges.

What the 'puck'? Trudeau, in an apparent dig at Trump, celebrates Canada's 3-2 win over US, says 'You can’t take our country'

Trending news | Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau celebrates Canada's win over the US in the Nations Face-Off, taking a subtle jab at President Trump's comments.

Premier League: Arsenal's title hopes suffer blow after West Ham defeat

Sports, Football: Jarrod Bowen headed in the only goal just before half-time and an injury-hit Arsenal had no reply after Myles Lewis-Skelly was sent-off on 73 minutes.

Hamas frees last 6 living Israeli hostages in latest transfer under truce

Hamas on Saturday freed six Israeli hostages, among the last living captives to be released under the first phase of a fragile truce that is also expected to see Palestinian prisoners released.

Hamas releases 6 hostages in latest exchange

Hamas on Saturday freed six Israeli hostages, among the last living captives to be released under the first phase of a fragile truce that is also expected to see Palestinian prisoners released.

Trump softens stance on Gaza takeover plan

US President Donald Trump has appeared to soften his plan to take control of war-torn Gaza and relocate its more than two million residents to nearby countries, saying he was only recommending the idea.

Champions Trophy 2025: Josh Inglis counters Bazball, helps Australia down England in Lahore

Sports, Cricket: Inglis remained not out on 120 off just 86 balls from which he hit eight fours and six sixes as Australia chased down the target of 352 with 15 balls to spare

Trump orders tighter curbs on Chinese investments in key sectors

Discover President Trump's latest move to curb Chinese investments in strategic US sectors like technology and infrastructure, aiming to protect national security.

'Worrisome, concerning’: S Jaishankar expresses concern over ‘$21 million’ USAID

India News: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar voices concerns over USAID's reported $million allocation for India's voter turnout under the Trump administration.

Europe eyes homegrown nuclear deterrent

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, has proposed that Germany explore joining the UK and France's nuclear deterrents. He stressed the need for Europe to strengthen its defense amid doubts over the U.S.'s commitment to NATO under Trump. Merz suggested talks with the UK and France on nuclear sharing arrangements.

Bus travelling from Mata Vaishno Devi to Delhi skids off-road near Jammu; driver dead, 17 injured

India News | Tragedy struck as a bus carrying pilgrims from Mata Vaishno Devi to Delhi skidded off-road near Jammu, resulting in one fatality and injuries to others.

Fierce exchange between Trump and Maine Gov

President Trump clashed with Maine's Democratic Governor Janet Mills during a White House governors' meeting, with Mills responding to Trump’s push to withhold federal funding over transgender athletes by saying, “We’ll see you in court.”

The growing chasm between US and Europe | Berlin seeks UK-France nuclear protection

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's CDU, has proposed that Germany explore joining the UK and France's nuclear deterrents. He stressed the need for Europe to strengthen its defense amid doubts over the U.S.'s commitment to NATO under Trump. Merz suggested talks with the UK and France on nuclear sharing arrangements.