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Indian government mulls expanding Fast Breeder Nuclear Reactor programme with industry partners

India’s 3-stage nuclear programme is a sequential strategy to convert uranium into plutonium and finally utilize thorium for generating sustainable nuclear energy.

Netanyahu Caught Between Trump and Israel's Red Lines

The long-standing strategic alignment between Washington and Jerusalem is facing its most severe test in years. Following the Trump administration's recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran—aimed at de-escalating regional hostilities and securing the Strait of Hormuz—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself in an increasingly isolated and precarious position.

Bird Flu: Highly Deadly H-5 Bird Flu Reaches Australia; Concerns Over Threats   to Australian Fauna

Australia’s status as the last continent free from the highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza (bird flu) has officially ended. On June 20, 2026, authorities confirmed the detection of the H5 strain in a migratory brown skua found in a remote area of Western Australia’s southern coast. While the current detection is limited to isolated migratory seabirds—with no evidence of spread to poultry or mass mortality events in other species—the arrival of the virus marks a critical shift in the nation's biosecurity landscape.

"You Will Be Quiet!": Israeli Envoy and UN Official in Explosive Shouting Match

Diplomatic decorum collapsed at the United Nations in New York this week as Israel’s UN Ambassador, Danny Danon, engaged in a heated, public confrontation with senior UN officials. The clash occurred during a session marking the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, where Danon demanded the resignation of Pramila Patten, the UN Secretary-General’s special representative, over a report that blacklisted Israeli forces for alleged conflict-related sexual violence.

'You can't be funnier than Jennifer': Stephen Baldwin recalls 'awkward' reason behind his exit from Jennifer Aniston film

Stephen Baldwin has sparked a conversation after claiming that he was fired from the 1998 film The Object of My Affection because the makers felt he was too funny compared to Jennifer Aniston. Read on to know more.

Trump doubles down on Giorgia Meloni saying she was a ‘big fan’ but he 'doesn't want her'

Donald Trump intensified his feud with Italy's Giorgia Meloni. He called Meloni a “big fan” after their G7 clash, while the Italian leader fired back, insisting that “Italy and I never beg.”

Bibi’s last stand: By scorching Lebanon, is Israel trying to thwart Iran-US permanent peace? The Big Question

Israel intensified strikes on Hezbollah targets just as the US and Iran pursued a peace MoU covering Lebanon. This has managed to disrupt further negotiations on a permanent ceasefire. The timing is interesting, and the future of peace, uncertain

'Was trying to be funny', says Trump on viral 'I'm the boss' remark at G7 summit

In an interview with Italian television channel, Trump reportedly suggested that Meloni was very eager to be photographed with him and that he had only agreed out of sympathy.

Donald Trump Says He Will be Making a Lot of Trips Soon

Following the grand unveiling of the new presidential aircraft at Joint Base Andrews on June 19, 2026, President Donald Trump signaled a busy summer of international diplomacy. Addressing the press and public while standing before the reconfigured Boeing 747-8i, the President confirmed that he has a series of high-profile global engagements on the horizon.

Volunteers Preserve Gaza's History Amid War; 3,000 Artifacts Recovered From Gaza Rubble

Amidst the ongoing destruction in the Gaza Strip, a quiet but urgent battle is being fought—not just for survival, but for history itself. A dedicated group of Palestinian volunteers is working tirelessly within the rubble of Gaza City to rescue what remains of the territory’s rich archaeological and cultural heritage.

NEET re-exam: Rajasthan youth arrested for selling fake papers on Telegram; fresh scam surfaces despite app ban

Just days before the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination, Rajasthan Police arrested a Bhilwara man accused of selling fake question papers through Telegram. How did he bypass the platform's temporary ban in India? All you need to know.

‘Salman Khan isn’t god’: Kaala Hiran director says that the movie is not based on the actor's poaching case

The upcoming movie titled Kaala Hiran: The Battle for Legacy is said to be based on the high-profile case involving superstar Khan. On May 30, the movie was announced with a poster featuring an actor holding a gun.

Priyanka Chopra teases new collaboration with Angeline Jolie after Varanasi

Priyanka Chopra will reportedly be collaborating with Angelina Jolie for a mystery project. The actress hinted at it during a recent interaction. Read to know more.

Japanese mayor Shoko Kawata surprised by controversy around her maternity leave

Japanese mayor Shoko Kawata, who will be the first in office to go on maternity leave, says she didn't expect her decision to be so controversial. She says childbirth impacts women's bodies, and to keep working after it is physically impossible.

FIFA 2026: Why Miguel Almiron was sent off in Paraguay's match against Turkiye - Here's what we know

Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player in FIFA World Cup history to be sent off under FIFA's new mouth-covering rule during his side's Group D clash against Turkiye on Friday.

School under scanner over alleged 'Pakistani' song: Annual day row in Maharashtra

A school in Maharashtra's Jalna district has come under police scrutiny after a cultural performance at its annual day function sparked allegations that students danced to a Pakistani song. All you need to know.

'Not now, but a week ago, maybe': Trump says Anthropic not a national security threat

Trump says Anthropic and CEO Dario Amodei are not a national security threat after G7 talks, despite recent US export controls on Fable 5 and Mythos.

Meet top 5 batters with most sixes in a T20 innings
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From Chris Gayle to Punit Bisht, here's a look at the top five batters with the most sixes hit in a T20 innings. This list also includes Finn Allen and Sahil Chauhan

Must keep him 'a little bit sane' on Lebanon: Trump takes rare jibe at Netanyahu

Speaking on his ties with the Israeli leader amid ongoing efforts to ease tensions in the West Asia, Trump said, We have to keep him a little bit sane.