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An audio clip has surfaced from a vessel that was attacked by the US Navy off the coast of Oman on Monday, with one of the 24 Indian crew members urging authorities to "please help," saying the tanker, MT Marivex, was on fire and sinking. The Palau-flagged tanker, which was black-listed and sanctioned by the US, was hit by a missile after it tried to evade the American blockade of Iranian ports. All 24 Indian crew members were later rescued by the Omani military.

Reports indicate that Congress leader Sonia Gandhi proposed a merger between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Indian National Congress during closed-door meetings in New Delhi. The proposal was reportedly made amid a deepening internal crisis and mass defections within the TMC.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) handed over a demarche to US Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks during a 30-minute meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi. The move follows an attack earlier on Wednesday on the Palau-flagged vessel Settebello, which had 24 Indian crew members on board.

Benjamin Netanyahu will seek re-election this year, his party announced on Wednesday, after U.S. President Donald Trump said ​he wasn't sure if the Israeli prime minister would stand again. In a brief statement, ‌Netanyahu's Likud Party said he would run in the election and, God willing, he would win. The election has not yet been formally announced but must be held by October.

Bill Gates was scheduled to appear before Congress on Wednesday as it investigates ​the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, highlighting the billionaire's contacts with the convicted ‌sex offender who ensnared women and girls from poor or unstable backgrounds. The Microsoft Corp (MSFT.O), opens new tab founder will testify privately to the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, which is investigating possible federal mismanagement in the cases against Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell and related ​issues.

Global icon Priyanka Chopra has secured the No. 3 spot on the prestigious "India's Most Valuable Celebrities 2026" list, curated by Fortune India and Interbrand India.

The MEA raised concerns over the continued attacks on shipping in the region and said they are deeply worrisome and a direct result of the ongoing conflict in the region. The ministry reiterated the call for immediate de-escalation of tensions and conclusion of ongoing talks for a solution.

On the occasion of Lagaan's 25 year legacy, Aamir Khan's film will receive a tribute at the London Indian Film Festival (LIFF). The 2001 film will be screened, and the actor will also discuss the making of Lagaan.

A new study by researchers from the University of Texas and Stanford University has raised concerns that a constellation of Russian satellites may be capable of disrupting GPS signals across vast geographic regions. Scientists say repeated signal drops recorded across Europe, Greenland, and Canada point to the possibility of a space-based jamming system operating from Russia's Molniya orbit satellites. If confirmed, the capability could represent a major escalation in electronic warfare and pose challenges for aviation, navigation, communications, and military operations.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, declaring that Tehran will "pay the price" after months of stalled negotiations. The remarks come amid escalating military exchanges, Iranian strikes on U.S. bases in the Gulf, and growing uncertainty over the future of peace talks. Is diplomacy collapsing, or is this pressure tactics before a deal?

Nepal’s government has announced plans to reopen files linked to the 2001 royal palace massacre. The shocking incident killed King Birendra, Queen Aishwarya, and several members of the royal family.

Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will attend the 11th Governing Council meeting of Niti Aayog in Delhi on Thursday.

Kerala has issued a high alert after a Shigella outbreak in Kozhikode district led to more than 126 confirmed cases and the death of a four-year-old child. Health authorities have deployed rapid response teams and intensified surveillance in affected areas, including Peruvayal and Kuttikkattoor. Shigellosis is a highly contagious bacterial infection that spreads through contaminated food, water, or poor hygiene practices. Children under five years of age are particularly vulnerable to severe complications. In this video, we explain the outbreak, symptoms to watch for, preventive measures, and the steps being taken by health officials to contain the spread.

At least 12 people have been killed and nine others injured after multiple gunmen opened fire in Johannesburg, South Africa. Police say more than 10 suspects arrived in a minibus before launching the late-night attack at an informal settlement in Cleveland. Authorities have launched a manhunt as investigators probe possible links to criminal networks and illegal mining activity in the area. The shooting is the latest in a string of deadly mass attacks that have raised concerns over violence and security in South Africa.

Defence-industrial cooperation between India and Sweden has already moved beyond talks into concrete projects. In March 2024, Saab broke ground on its first Carl-Gustaf production facility outside Sweden in Jhajjar, Haryana.

President Donald Trump also shared that the US Apache helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday was caused by an Iranian drone that got lodged in between the Army aircraft’s two crew members. The drone was on fire but didn’t explode.

US inflation climbed to 4.2% in May, its highest level in three years, driven largely by soaring energy costs. Rising fuel and utility prices, linked to tensions involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, have heightened expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike.

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