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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowed to cripple Iran’s economy as he outlined a major new pressure campaign against Tehran, nearly six months into a war that has settled into a stalemate

Iran's oil minister Mohsen Paknejad announced the discovery of 7.5 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in the south of Iran's Fars province. Based on an estimated recovery rate of 72%, he revealed that around 5.7 trillion cubic feet of gas could be extracted.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked Donald Trump with a “Make America Hungry Again” remark after the US president shared an edited clip of his comments indicating that Iran was hungry.

Speculation is growing over a possible cabinet reshuffle in Maharashtra after Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis’s recent Delhi visit and meetings with top BJP leaders. While the CMO says the discussions focused on development projects, sources in the ruling Mahayuti alliance suggest a larger political move could be underway. The speculation comes amid a series of controversies involving state ministers, adding to questions over a possible reshuffle.

India's defence exports are gaining momentum as countries increasingly show interest in its indigenous weapon systems. Armenia is reportedly looking at the Pralay missile, while Egypt is evaluating the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher. The growing international demand highlights India's emergence as a major defence manufacturer and exporter. With comparisons being drawn between Pinaka and the U.S.-made HIMARS system, India's homegrown firepower is attracting attention in an increasingly competitive global arms market.

India's sugar prices are rising amid festive demand and lower production. The political debate is continuing on whether the price rise has to do with E20 ethanol blending in petrol. The government is pushing back

Former child actress Raquel Lee Bolleau has reportedly filed a civil lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company, alleging that she was sexually abused by a former Disney employee. Read to know more.

The U.S. and South Korea are scaling back another major military exercise, raising questions over Washington's military readiness in the region. The Ssangyong exercise, planned for September, has reportedly been called off, with South Korea citing a shortage of troops. Analysts say the U.S. military is also grappling with shortages of personnel and advanced weaponry. The development comes as Seoul and Washington face growing security challenges from North Korea, putting renewed focus on the future of their military alliance and joint readiness.

A viral video showing a woman in a short black dress stepping out of a car sparked an unnecessary political storm after social media accounts falsely claimed it was Tamil Nadu Industries Minister S Keerthana. The 29-year-old minister firmly clarified it wasn't her, but didn't stop there, calling out what she described as a "fragile, regressive mindset" behind the trolling. "But even if it were, why should it matter?" she wrote on X, accusing DMK and AIADMK supporters of turning women's clothing choices into political ammunition.

Iran has dismissed the latest U.S. sanctions threat as a sign of desperation, insisting that Washington's pressure campaign will fail to change Tehran's policies. The response comes as the Trump administration prepares what officials describe as the toughest sanctions package yet, targeting Iran and countries that continue doing business with it. Iranian leaders argue that years of economic pressure have failed to achieve U.S. objectives, while Washington says tougher measures are needed to increase pressure on Tehran. As tensions escalate, the debate is shifting beyond sanctions: who is becoming more isolated on the global stage—Iran or the United States?

Ajit Doval visits Beijing for India-China border talks as ties improve ahead of Xi Jinping's possible India visit for the BRICS summit

The US-Iran conflict enters a new phase as Washington prepares sweeping “D-Day” sanctions targeting Iran’s economy. With the rial already under pressure and the Strait of Hormuz disrupted, the big question is how far the new sanctions will impact Tehran and ordinary Iranians.

Drones have evolved from simple surveillance tools into some of the most influential weapons on the modern battlefield. From Ukraine's reported strike on a Lukoil refinery deep inside Russia to the UAE's use of steel cages to protect fuel infrastructure from drone attacks, militaries are rapidly adapting to a new era of warfare. As drones become cheaper, smarter and more lethal, they are reshaping military strategy, forcing nations to rethink defence systems and redefining how wars are fought in the 21st century.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has officially confirmed his government will scrap the long-proposed Parandur greenfield airport project, citing the interests of farmers and local communities who had protested for years against losing their land. Vijay assured the Assembly that a new site will be identified where there's no local opposition, and announced plans to expand Meenambakkam airport with a new Terminal-5, raising its capacity to 55 million passengers annually. DMK has slammed the move, arguing the state lacks authority to unilaterally scrap the project since civil aviation falls under the Centre.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy returned to Hyderabad after the MEA denied political clearance for his proposed US visit, citing concerns over the itinerary.

The proposed rule will now enter a 30-day public comment period, after which DHS could finalise it by the end of the year. The move comes amid growing uncertainty around the H-1B programme, particularly for Indian professionals who account for the largest share of H-1B beneficiaries.

From Rohit Sharma to Ravindra Jadeja, here's a look at the top five Indian players with most sixes in Test cricket. This list also includes Rishabh Pant, Virender Sehwag and MS Dhoni

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Deepika Padukone is not part of Brahmastra 2. While rumours have been rife that the actress would play the central character in the sequel, her team has clarified that the actress is not associated to the project.