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Bhutan's Ritshi Choden creates unwanted history as the first women's cricketer to be 'timed out' during an ACC Premier Cup clash against Nepal, prompting an official apology from CAN.

US President Donald Trump has warned of possible military action if American troops are killed amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei accused the US and Israel of trying to sow division among Iranians following recent confrontations. The sharp remarks come as fears grow over further escalation involving Iran, Israel, and US forces in the region.

Marjane Satrapi is no more. The Iranian-French author, known for her popular graphic novel series, published in the early 2000s, followed an Iranian girl and the most difficult years of her life during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War.

World Environment Day: A report by the United Nations has painted a scary picture of the future in the age of Artificial Intelligence. The water it uses can quench the thirst of all 8.1 billion people on Earth for over a year. Electricity, carbon emissions and electronic waste will skyrocket.

The court has delivered its verdict in the OWO attack case, sentencing four convicts to death. The ruling comes after a detailed trial involving charges related to a major violent attack. The court observed that the crime fell under the “rarest of rare” category warranting capital punishment.

One person was killed and 13 Indian nationals were injured after strikes hit Kuwait International Airport amid escalating tensions in the Gulf region. Kuwait blamed Iran for the deadly attack, while Tehran denied responsibility and claimed the damage was caused by a malfunctioning US Patriot missile system. The incident briefly disrupted airport operations and intensified fears of a wider regional conflict involving Iran, the US, and Gulf nations.

A sudden spell of heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds swept across Delhi-NCR, bringing much-needed relief from the scorching heat but disrupting normal life in several areas. Dark clouds, reduced visibility and gusty winds were reported across Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad and nearby regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds and moderate rainfall over the next two days. Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious during lightning activity and avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure during severe weather conditions.

In a landmark visit to New Delhi, Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has arrived for a high-stakes, five-day diplomatic mission. This visit marks the first high-level engagement between the two nations following the January 2026 U.S. military operation that removed Nicolás Maduro from power.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has warned that Beirut will face strikes if Hezbollah launches attacks against Israel, escalating tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border. The sharp warning comes amid fears of a wider regional conflict as cross-border hostilities continue. Hezbollah and Israeli forces remain on high alert, raising concerns over possible escalation in West Asia.

Kim stressed that the expansion was necessary in the context of US-led military threats and a long-term confrontation with the most ferocious enemies, an apparent reference to the United States and South Korea.

Ahead of the Test match against Afghanistan, India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate offered hints about the possible playing XI while also providing an update on Mohammed Siraj’s fitness.

Piyush Goyal said that India has repeatedly adjusted its policies and business approaches in response to evolving global conditions, leveraging crises as catalysts for growth and development.

After the assembly elections, the Congress broke its decades-long alliance with the DMK and offered support to Vijay’s TVK to form government. Despite having only five MLAs in a house of 234, Congress has two ministers in Vijay’s cabinet, and has also been allocated a Rajya Sabha berth.

The NYPD and New York's Department of Environmental Protection are investigating a series of viral videos showing people emerging from manholes across the city. No arrests have been made and authorities say there is no public threat.

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak reveals Pep Guardiola threatened to quit "100 times" during his historic reign, admitting he had to manage the manager before his final summer exit.

Flagship Hindi GEC continues to clock robust growth; achieves 19.5% channel share in HSM Urban. Fiction content rules the screens with shows including ‘Vasudha’, ‘Tumm Se Tumm Tak’ and ‘Ganga Mai ki Betiyan’ capturing the Top 3 slots

"That's a naughty question." Find out why MEA Secretary Rudrendra Tandon gave this witty response when asked if soaring Venezuelan crude oil imports are heading straight to Jamnagar, Gujarat.

China's decision to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft emerged as one of the key outcomes of US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing last month. The White House termed the agreement an “initial purchase,” indicating that additional orders could follow in the future.

The latest rankings underline India’s growing depth and consistency, with a strong spread of boxers across weight divisions securing competitive global positions.