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PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty headline India's badminton squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan

India strongly protested to the US after naval strikes on commercial vessels in the Gulf of Oman killed three Indian mariners, while the US defended its blockade of Iranian oil.

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to attend the G7 Summit in Evian, France, where he will hold a series of high-profile meetings with world leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Qatar's Emir, UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, Egypt's President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discussions will focus on economic growth, AI, supply chain resilience, global investment, security, immigration, and key geopolitical challenges. The visit will conclude with a dinner hosted by Macron at the Palace of Versailles.

Brazil fans celebrate in Times Square ahead of the 2026 World Cup opener vs Morocco, but Neymar is ruled out of Brazil’s first match due to injury

Researchers at MIT have developed an AI-powered ultrasound wristband that can track muscle, tendon and ligament movements beneath the skin and translate them into real-time commands for a robotic hand. The technology enables precise hand tracking without cameras or gloves and could have applications in robotics, surgery, virtual reality and future human-machine interaction. By collecting large datasets of human motion, the system could also help train the next generation of autonomous robotic systems.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a key diplomatic visit to France and Slovakia ahead of the G7 Summit, where global leaders will gather to discuss major international issues. The visit includes high-level bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, while discussions around a possible Modi-Trump diplomatic reset are also gaining attention. The summit is expected to focus on global security, trade, and geopolitical tensions.

Over four months after Iran's supreme leader, late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was assassinated in a combined attack by the US and Israeli forces, his funeral will begin ‌in ⁠Tehran ⁠on July 4 and conclude with ​his burial in the ​northeastern city of Mashhad ⁠on July ⁠9, reported ⁠state media

A major anti-terror investigation is underway in Madhya Pradesh after the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) arrested a 35-year-old man from Bhopal over alleged links to overseas handlers. Investigators claim the accused, Mohammad Faraz, was connected to a Pakistan-based WhatsApp group and are examining whether he was moving toward a lone-wolf attack model.

The operational history, technical design, and strategic role of the Antonov An-32, the rugged tactical transport aircraft serving as the backbone of the Indian Air Force.

Meet Dejan Stankovic: The only footballer in history to play in 3 FIFA World Cups for 3 different nations. Explore his historic geopolitical journey and Inter Milan legacy.

Political tensions are rising in Peru after opposition groups challenged the credibility of the country's presidential election, alleging irregularities in the vote count. With the result expected to take weeks to be officially certified, uncertainty continues to grip the nation. Keiko Fujimori appears to be in a strong position to become Peru's next president, but accusations of election fraud and legal challenges could prolong the process. The dispute is drawing national attention and raising concerns about political stability.

A long-running matrimonial dispute within the Nagod royal family in Madhya Pradesh's Satna district escalated into violence when Yogita Singh, the first wife of royal family member Rupendra Kumar Singh, was allegedly shot inside the historic Parsamaniya Garhi fort.

As G7 leaders are set to discuss pressing global issues, attention is turning to how the summit’s decisions could affect developing economies, global growth, climate goals and international cooperation.

Donald Trump's name was removed from the Kennedy Center facade following a court order and a prolonged legal battle. Workers dismantled the signage in an overnight operation as supporters and critics watched.

Pakistan has indicated that a breakthrough in Iran-US peace negotiations may be just hours away. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the finalisation of a peace agreement is likely within the next 24 hours, with preparations underway for an electronic signing followed by technical-level talks. While Washington has expressed optimism and Pakistan says a final text is ready, Iranian officials remain cautious, stressing that key issues still require approval.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a key diplomatic visit to France and Slovakia ahead of the G7 Summit, where global leaders will gather to discuss major international issues. The visit includes high-level bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, while discussions around a possible Modi-Trump diplomatic reset are also gaining attention. The summit is expected to focus on global security, trade, and geopolitical tensions.

China is home to around 350 million smokers, the largest smoking population in the world, and a recent public dispute in Shenzhen has reignited a national debate over tobacco use. Public health experts are urging authorities to consider higher cigarette taxes and stricter controls, arguing that smoking continues to impose major health and economic costs. As younger generations increasingly push for smoke-free public spaces, the debate is becoming a key part of China's broader public health conversation.

Global South leaders from India and Brazil push back at the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian, demanding urgent reforms to climate finance, debt relief, and IMF governance.

Sweden scrambled two pairs of JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets after Russian combat aircraft were detected flying near its airspace over the Baltic Sea. The incidents occurred in both the northern and southern Baltic regions, prompting a swift response from Swedish forces. NATO aircraft also joined the operation to maintain security in the shared airspace.