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Afghanistan’s chargé d’affaires Noor Ahmed Noor thanked Indian leadership and EAM S Jaishankar for their support in protecting and respecting the international rights of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan and emphasising at international forums the need to ensure Kabul’s legitimate rights.

Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's associate Akhtar Merchant has been arrested at Delhi's IGI Airport in connection with a 2023 extortion and firing case at a Mumbai bakery after being on the run for three years.

US-Iran war: Trump’s 60-day deadline ends without peace as Iran rejects US pressure. What happens next, and can diplomacy still end the conflict?

Cristiano Ronaldo has said that this season may be his last in football, his comments follow Lionel Messi's admission last week. Messi also said that he is unsure about how long he will continue playing after the death of his father.

A shocking data leak on Strava has revealed the location of France’s aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle after a navy officer uploaded his workout. The GPS data exposed sensitive military coordinates in the Mediterranean, raising serious concerns about digital security in modern warfare. With rising tensions and past incidents like the 2017 heatmap leak, how safe are fitness apps for military use? Watch to understand the full story.

Only four clubs in the premier league are British-owned, most clubs in the top-flight are run by Americans.

Europe is battling a brutal summer of extreme heat and devastating wildfires. Belgium has recorded some of its worst fires in decades, while thousands have been evacuated across Spain and Greece. Reports estimate around 16,000 excess deaths linked to the heat, with economic losses potentially crossing €200 billion. From scorched forests to overwhelmed communities, Europe is facing a climate crisis with a staggering human and economic cost.

IRGC spokesman Brig. Gen. Hossein Mohbehi said Trump’s mental fantasies will not help him on the field. He added that Trump’s only real option is to accept defeat and meet Iran’s conditions. He also accused Trump of using his statements to temporarily manipulate global oil and energy prices.

President Donald Trump has again declared that preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon is his top priority, as efforts to revive a stalled US-Iran deal shows little progress. The nuclear question has intensified after former US Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene claimed that high-level discussions were taking place over possible nuclear weapons use against Iran. She provided no evidence for the claim. At the same time, Trump has reportedly threatened Oman over its role in the Iran negotiations over Hormuz, adding another layer of tension around the stalled diplomacy.

India bowled out Sri Lanka for 284 and lead the hosts by 178 runs in the Galle test at stumps on day 3. Sri Lanka fought back through a century from Sonal Dinusha, but Shubman Gill's side remain on top.

A US Navy destroyer faced a major engineering setback in the Pacific after losing power, reportedly leaving key onboard systems including toilets, air conditioning and the galley out of action. The incident involving USS Benfold comes as the US Navy faces growing operational demands, putting the spotlight on the challenges of keeping its warships mission-ready.

The sudden death of Hayden Panettiere at the age of 36 has sent shockwaves worldwide. New details surrounding the death of the actress have emerged after the revelation of details of the 911 call. Read to know more.

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has killed 2,325 people, surpassing the 2,299 deaths recorded during the 2018–2020 epidemic. The toll makes the current outbreak the deadliest Ebola outbreak recorded in the country's history.

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has killed 2,325 people, surpassing the 2,299 deaths recorded during the 2018–2020 epidemic. The toll makes the current outbreak the deadliest Ebola outbreak recorded in the country's history.

From Dale Steyn to Allan Donald, here's a look at the top five bowlers fastest to 250 wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Ravichandran Ashwin, Dennis Lillee and Waqar Younis

Senate Armed Services Committee ranking member Jack Reed criticised Donald Trump's decision to scale back joint US-South Korea military exercises, warning it undermines national security and hands Kim Jong Un a propaganda victory.

Taiwan is determined to strengthen its defences and plans record defence ‌spending next year, President Lai Ching-te said on Monday, describing his government's military budget proposal as an investment in peace. Taiwan's cabinet will unveil next year's budget on Thursday, including a breakdown of where defence spending will go, but Lai confirmed media reports ​that 2027's overall defence budget would exceed T$1 trillion ($31.40 billion) for the first time.

Nitesh Tiwari's much-anticipated "Ramayana" is set for a major international leap, releasing in China this November under the title "Ramayana: The Legend of the Prince." Sony Pictures will distribute the film, marking a big moment nearly a decade after Tiwari's "Dangal" won over Chinese audiences. The Chinese version will reportedly run 33 minutes shorter to comply with local content regulations. Starring Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, Yash as Ravana, and Sai Pallavi as Sita, "Ramayana: Part 1" releases November 6 internationally, and November 8 in India around Diwali.

At least seven people have died and several others are critically injured after a fire broke out at a four-storey hotel in West Bengal's Tarapith early Monday morning. The blaze erupted around 5 a.m. on the ground floor, when most guests were asleep, sending thick smoke through the building and triggering a desperate escape. Firefighters brought the blaze under control, while the injured were taken to Rampurhat Government Medical College and Hospital. Some of those staying at the hotel were pilgrims visiting Tarapith's famous Kali temple. Hotel officials have claimed that a short circuit may have caused the fire, while authorities continue to assess the incident.