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China has rejected a Financial Times report claiming Xi Jinping told Donald Trump that Vladimir Putin could regret invading Ukraine, calling the report “completely fabricated”.

Thai authorities have recently reported several high-profile cases linked to drug offences, sex trafficking and foreigners operating businesses such as hotels, schools and tourism services without proper licenses or work permits.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam expressed solidarity with Sri Lankan Tamils while remembering the victims of the Mullivaikkal tragedy, which marked the final and deadliest phase of the Sri Lankan civil war. The war officially ended on May 18, 2009, after intense fighting in Mullivaikkal. Rights groups and reports have estimated that tens of thousands of Tamil civilians were killed during the final days of the conflict, making it one of the most painful chapters in Sri Lanka’s modern history.

Rising fuel prices are triggering fresh political and public anger in Andhra Pradesh, with reports suggesting the state now has among the highest petrol and diesel rates in the country. Protesters have blamed high VAT and additional cesses for pushing fuel prices even higher amid a nationwide hike. The issue has now turned into a political slugfest, with opposition parties attacking the government over the growing burden on households, transport operators and businesses already struggling with inflation.

Crisil report indicated that India's oil imports have risen steadily from nearly 190 million tonnes in FY14 to over 300 million tonnes in FY26, while exports have largely remained within a limited range during the same period.

The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for Delhi, warning residents to remain cautious as intense heatwave conditions persist in the national capital. The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 44 degrees Celsius.

A tragic incident at an elephant camp in Karnataka turned deadly after two elephants reportedly clashed during bath time, leading to the death of a tourist from Chennai. The incident, said to have taken place in Kodagu, was partially caught on camera as mahouts rushed in to calm the animals amid panic. The shocking event has raised fresh concerns over tourist safety and animal management practices at elephant camps frequented by visitors.

Fresh tensions have erupted in Eastern Europe after Russia claimed Ukraine was preparing drone strikes from Latvian territory. Moscow issued warnings to Latvia as NATO fighter jets were reportedly scrambled in Latvian airspace amid rising security concerns. However, both Ukraine and Latvia strongly rejected the accusations, with Latvia’s president insisting the country would never allow its airspace to be used for attacks on Russia. The incident has further heightened tensions between Russia and NATO allies.

Kamal Haasan is recently making headlines for traveling on a commercial economy flight instead of a private charter while heading for the shoot of Kalki 2. The gesture sparks mixed reactions.

A de-extinction company has hatched 26 chickens from 3D-printed artificial eggs. They are "fully scalable and biologically accurate" and were made to produce healthy animals that can thrive. The company is trying to bring back New Zealand's giant moa.

Trinamool distanced itself from Jahanagir Khan’s decision to not contest the May 21 bypoll. It said Jahangir’s decision to withdraw from Falta repoll is not of the party. It alleged that since the election results were declared, more than 100 party workers have been arrested in Falta alone.

Taiwan’s political tensions escalated after opposition parties launched impeachment proceedings against President Lai Ching-te over disputes surrounding a massive defence budget proposal. Opposition lawmakers from the KMT and TPP accused Lai of acting like a “dictator” and rejected the government’s proposed $40 billion defence spending plan. Although 56 lawmakers voted in favour of the motion and 50 opposed it, the impeachment effort failed to secure the minimum number of votes required to pass.

At the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo, PM Modi hailed "natural partnerships" based on democracy, pitching for stronger green innovation and talent mobility.

Cristiano Ronaldo makes history! At 41, the legend is named in Roberto Martínez's 27-man Portugal squad for a record 6th FIFA World Cup. Read the full list.

Calls for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s resignation are reportedly growing amid rising political pressure and internal party debates following recent election developments. Opposition leaders and critics are questioning the government’s performance on key issues, while discussions intensify within political circles about leadership stability and future direction. The situation reflects growing volatility in UK politics.

Tensions escalated in the eastern Mediterranean after Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla during an operation near the Cyprus coast. Organisers claimed that at least 41 boats were stopped and alleged that several activists onboard were “abducted” during the interception. The flotilla was reportedly attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza amid the ongoing conflict.

Donald Trump’s “One nation under God” event has reignited debate over Christian nationalism, secularism and the constitutional separation of church and state in the United States.

Japan fears a naphtha shortage amid Strait of Hormuz tensions, raising concerns over disruptions in plastics, packaging, paints and other industries dependent on Middle East imports.

The new species after the discovery include corals, crabs, shrimps, sea urchins and anemones. In addition, some are found living at depths of over four miles beneath the ocean surface.