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he UK National Archives opens a new exhibition featuring the original East India Company compensation claim for the tea destroyed during the 1773 Boston Tea Party.

A deadly shooting in Montreal, Canada, has left a police officer and a civilian dead, according to city authorities. The incident unfolded in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges borough, where police responded to an active threat situation. Officials say the suspected gunman was later "neutralized" by law enforcement. Authorities have launched an investigation into the motive behind the attack, while the city mourns the loss of the victims. The shooting has reignited concerns over public safety and violence targeting law enforcement personnel.

A crackdown on illegal construction in Gurugram’s DLF Phase-3 left families scrambling to gather their belongings in just one hour before their homes were sealed. People are demanding action against the landlord and the people who allowed it for years.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the deadly Lucknow fire tragedy. The investigation will examine the cause of the blaze and any lapses in safety measures.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Russian NSA Sergei Shoigu and Iranian Supreme National Security Council Deputy Secretary Nezamipour will be in New Delhi for the meeting of the BRICS NSAs on June 22-23, which will set the stage for the summit of BRICS leaders in India in September. The discussions will focus on non-traditional security threats and emerging global challenges facing BRICS nations.

Trump-Iran talks have produced their first major breakthrough, with the United States partially easing sanctions on Iranian oil exports following what officials described as "encouraging" negotiations in Switzerland. The 60-day waiver allows the production, delivery and sale of Iranian oil, marking a significant shift in Washington's approach.

Trump reacted to British PM Keir Starmer's resignation, saying his government struggled with energy, immigration and crime. Trump criticised Starmer's stance on North Sea oil drilling and NATO cooperation, while wishing him well despite their differences.

FIFA 2026 | Argentina beat Austria 2-0, France beat Iraq 3-0, and Norway beat Senegal 3-2 with Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland scoring a brace for their teams, respectively.

Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is witnessing growing protests as schoolchildren and women join demonstrators demanding basic rights, better services, and an end to what they describe as Pakistani control of the region. At Rawalakot's Eidgah Ground, protesters carried placards reading "Pakistani Forces Out" and called for international attention to their demands.

Ranbir Kapoor has recently shown his support to Alia Bhatt's upcoming action-thriller Alpha with a simple yet sweet gesture. The actor was spotted wearing slogan on his T-shirt that went viral on social media.

A NASA satellite has captured a visible change in the Pacific Ocean. The warmest waters have shown an upswelling, a rise. The space agency explained that this happens because of the heat. Super El Niño has gripped Earth this year and is expected to be one of the most devastating ever.

Iran has issued a fresh statement on its nuclear program, saying it has made no new commitments on nuclear issues. The statement comes amid ongoing debate over recent US claims regarding nuclear inspections and negotiations.

In a dramatic turn of events, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party on Monday, June 22, 2026. Delivering an emotional address outside 10 Downing Street, Starmer acknowledged the mounting pressure from within his own party following a series of electoral setbacks and a successful by-election victory for rival Andy Burnham. US President Donald Trump has criticised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer following his resignation.

An explosion occurred in Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial zone, home to the world's largest liquefied natural gas hub, as the result of a "technical incident", the interior ministry says. At least 13 people have been dead and 66 people are said to be injured in the blast.

An explosion occurred in Qatar's Ras Laffan industrial zone, home to the world's largest liquefied natural gas hub, as the result of a "technical incident", the interior ministry says. At least 13 people have been dead and 66 people are said to be injured in the blast.

A devastating fire at a coaching centre in Lucknow has claimed 15 lives and left several others injured. Witnesses described scenes of panic as students jumped from the building to escape the rapidly spreading flames. Rescue teams, firefighters and medical personnel worked through the chaos to evacuate those trapped inside. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured. Authorities are investigating what caused the deadly blaze.

The stalemate by Portugal against DR Congo put Ronaldo under spotlight, leaving both the player and his coach open to a barrage of criticism from pundits and fans alike.

Trump warned that Washington would take action if Iran fails to honour its agreement with the United States. Speaking to reporters, Trump said Tehran had been significantly weakened by recent conflict and no longer held meaningful leverage over Washington.

President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, a dual US-Colombian citizen who identifies as a "Republican," has pledged closer security cooperation with Washington, including tougher measures against drug trafficking, coca cultivation and greater US military involvement.