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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.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with someone impersonating White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles before becoming suspicious and alerting authorities.

Bribes.fyi has recorded 617 alleged bribe reports across 253 Indian cities. Police tops departments, while Karnataka has the highest number of reports

Russia and Ukraine have exchanged a fresh wave of intense strikes, leaving casualties and widespread destruction on both sides. A prominent market in Kyiv was reportedly gutted in Russian strikes, while Ukraine claimed to have targeted a missile fuel production facility in Russia's Rostov region.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Indian security forces have dismantled the Shahzad Bhatti Network, an alleged ISI-backed terror network, ahead of Independence Day. More than 200 operatives were arrested in coordinated operations across 14 states, with authorities recovering IEDs, grenades, pistols, ammunition and CCTV equipment allegedly linked to the network.

Malaysia is turning to an unexpected solution to cool its booming AI data centres: palm oil. With nearly 40% of Southeast Asia's planned data centre capacity set to land in Malaysia, the country's water supply is under serious strain, with cooling systems currently using millions of litres a day. Researchers at the Malaysian Palm Oil Board have developed "Sawit EcoTherm," a palm-based liquid that could replace water-intensive cooling entirely.

From Jasprit Bumrah to Mohammed Siraj, here's a look at the top five active Indian bowlers with most wickets in Test cricket. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Mohammed Shami and Kuldeep Yadav

Ayush Shetty stuns Shi Yuqi at the 2026 BWF World Championships, while PV Sindhu and Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand advance in New Delhi

The Supreme Court declined to take up President Trump’s bid to overturn a 2023 jury verdict in a civil suit brought by Carroll that awarded her $5 million. In an unusual and rare move, Trump had asked the court to reconsider its decision from June that rejected his initial appeal.

From his unforgettable debut to becoming one of Indian cinema’s biggest superstars, Rajinikanth has completed 51 remarkable years on the big screen. Across five decades, the actor has delivered countless blockbusters, built a massive fan following and earned some of the country’s highest honours, including the Padma awards and the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. A look at the incredible journey of Thalaivar.

When PM Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for students preparing for competitive examinations, it struck a chord with millions of middle-class households. Coming in the wake of intense student protests over exam pressures and paper leaks, the proposal aims to dismantle the crushing financial burden imposed by private coaching giants.

Scientists at the Beijing Electron Positron Collider II have found a particle that is made purely of force. The glueball was first hypothesised nearly 50 years ago, and physicists may have found the first strong evidence to show that it exists.

As the controversy surrounding Ha Young's family history grows, the South Korean actress reportedly broke down while filming for her upcoming project. Read to know more.

Healthcare services in Andhra Pradesh are facing growing disruption as the Junior Doctors Association intensifies its strike and announces a boycott of emergency services. The protest marks a major escalation in the standoff, raising concerns about patient care and hospital operations across the state.

Ferrari has sold a one-off bespoke version of its Luce EV for $40 million at a charity auction during Monterey Car Week. The proceeds will support education projects for young people, as Ferrari looks to build momentum behind its first fully electric vehicle after a mixed reception to its launch.

Telangana has recorded the highest levels of pesticide residues among states, raising fresh concerns over food safety. Between 2023 and 2026, authorities tested 70,652 samples of fruits and vegetables as part of residue monitoring. The findings put the spotlight on pesticide use, food quality and the safety of everyday produce reaching consumers.