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India defeated Pakistan 5-3 in a high-scoring thriller at the Men’s Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen, Netherlands. The arch-rivals produced an action-packed clash as India secured a memorable victory in their final pool match.

Mossad chief Roman Golfman spoke with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani days before Israel launched airstrikes in Syria.

Its scientific name roughly translates to “fish of the Ganga” — a fitting name for the first subterranean fish recorded from the Gangetic Basin.

U.S. envoy Sergio Gor is making his maiden visit to Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh since taking charge. The visit comes amid heightened diplomatic and strategic interest in the region, with Gor's engagement expected to draw attention to India-U.S. ties and developments in Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.

India has firmly rejected reports alleging Chinese troop incursions along the LAC in Arunachal Pradesh. Government officials and military authorities confirmed the situation remains stable while emphasising that the un-demarcated border continues.

Manav Suthar picked a maiden 10-wicket haul in Galle to fire India to a 165-run victory over Sri Lanka in the 1st Test, becoming the youngest Indian spinner to achieve the feat on away soil.

The tit-for-tat move comes days after Pakistani authorities dismantled parking poles outside the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. Reciprocal actions have been the norm in the strained ties of the two countries.

Russia is deploying a new generation of fast jet-powered drones in its war against Ukraine, adding another challenge to Kyiv’s air defences. The high-speed drones could significantly reduce Ukraine’s warning and interception time. Meanwhile, Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” over British-supplied drones being used by Ukraine, raising fresh concerns about a wider escalation.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has announced a new benefits package for all 234 MLAs in the state Assembly. The package includes brand-new cars for constituency travel, along with a monthly ₹75,000 allowance covering fuel, vehicle maintenance and driver expenses. Legislators will also receive ₹25,000 per month to hire a personal secretary. The announcement has sparked attention over the scale of perks being extended to elected representatives.

According to Trump's biographer Michael Wolff, Melania Trump is locked in a secret power struggle with her husband's executive assistant Natalie Harp. While Harp has been a constant presence around Trump, some people have pointed out the U.S. First Lady's growing absence from key events.

In another incident of food adulteration, multiple students were hospitalised after consuming the mid-day meal. This came after they were served detergent powder instead of salt.

#Gravitas A Chinese military proposal envisions disputed islands in the South China Sea to be surrounded by autonomous drones, machines that could detect, disrupt and even attack hostile forces.

Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited the Western Naval Command in Mumbai to kick off his maiden India tour. Discover details on his INS Chennai visit and upcoming bilateral defence talks with Rajnath Singh.

India has begun construction of a 200-bed super-speciality hospital in Jenin, strengthening its development partnership and healthcare support for Palestine.

Iran is furious after Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz 'new US territory'. With Tehran threatening to 'correct Trump's delusion' and Trump ruling out any immediate talks with Iran, is West Asia hurtling towards yet another escalation?

Garret Tan stunned Lakshya Sen at the BWF World Championships 2026, with coaches Lauren Lam and Paula Lynn playing a key role in the 18-year-old’s giant-killing win

If Trump meets Kim Jong Un it will be his fourth meeting with the Korean leader. The previous meetings between the two leaders were held in 2018 and 2019.

More than 150 years after Charles Darwin proposed his theory of ticklishness, new research has found evidence supporting his idea. Scientists discovered that body parts touched less frequently tend to be more ticklish. The study also mapped the most ticklish areas of the human body, including the neck, armpits, abdomen and feet, offering fresh insights into one of science’s oldest mysteries.

#Gravitas The debate over the origins of COVID-19 has taken a new turn after a former senior adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci admitted to helping conceal U.S. federal records linked to coronavirus research. The development is reigniting questions about transparency, record-keeping, and what information was available during investigations into the pandemic's origins. The case is likely to intensify scrutiny of key figures and institutions involved in COVID-era decision-making.