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The US government is reportedly looking to arrange transport for the small group of Americans in the DR Congo to a safe quarantine location, and they could be taken to a US military base in Germany. The CDC said that the risk to the US was relatively low.

A New York Times/Siena poll shows most voters oppose Donald Trump’s Iran war decision as approval ratings decline, inflation rises, and Democrats gain momentum ahead of the midterm elections

United States President Donald Trump has warned Iran that the “clock is ticking” to clinch a deal to end the war as reports have emerged that Washington and Israel might be planning to carry out air strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. “For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won’t be anything left of them,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform. “TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE!”

A centuries-old fishing festival has returned to Kashmir, bringing communities together in a vibrant celebration of culture, nature and tradition. Held in Anantnag, the 400-year-old ritual marks the arrival of spring as locals gather around flowing waters for traditional fishing practices, music and festivities. Organisers say the event is now also promoting conservation awareness, blending heritage with efforts to protect Kashmir’s fragile aquatic ecosystems for future generations.

A deadly measles resurgence is spreading across countries including the US, Mexico, and Bangladesh, raising alarms among health experts worldwide. Thousands of infections, hundreds of deaths, and falling vaccination rates are now threatening decades of public health progress. Here’s how the outbreak began, why experts are worried, and what it means for global health.

Mango farmers in Gujarat are facing a severe crisis as the Iran conflict disrupts exports to West Asia, while adverse weather damages crop quality and supply chains. With exports slowing down, excess mangoes are flooding local markets, triggering a sharp fall in prices. Farmers are also struggling with soaring freight costs linked to regional tensions. Many growers fear heavy financial losses this season as global conflict and climate-related disruptions directly impact livelihoods across India’s agricultural sector.

SRH seal their IPL 2026 playoff berth with a thumping 5-wicket win over CSK! GT also qualify as Ishan Kishan & Klaasen star in Chepauk. Read the full match report.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Oslo as part of his ongoing multi-nation diplomatic tour. PM Modi is expected to hold talks with Norwegian leaders on trade, green energy, maritime cooperation and technology partnerships.

The United States had issued the waiver to ease global oil supply shortages and rising prices after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz following the US-Israeli offensive against the Islamic Republic.

A centuries-old fishing festival has returned to Kashmir, bringing communities together in a vibrant celebration of culture, nature and tradition. Held in Anantnag, the 400-year-old ritual marks the arrival of spring as locals gather around flowing waters for traditional fishing practices, music and festivities. Organisers say the event is now also promoting conservation awareness, blending heritage with efforts to protect Kashmir’s fragile aquatic ecosystems for future generations.

#Gravitas Haryana has reported a major drop in girl child births, prompting the state government to step up action against illegal sex selection and involve religious leaders in awareness campaigns. The fall has led the government to direct pandits, maulvis and granthis across the state to counsel newlywed couples against sex selection during marriage ceremonies.

Four people were killed and another eight wounded when a gunman opened fire near the southern Turkish city of Mersin on Monday, the DHA and IHA news agencies reported. At least two people were killed when the assailant opened fire inside a restaurant, with the two others killed elsewhere and the assailant fleeing in a car, DHA said.

India’s Russian oil imports will continue uninterrupted by the US waiver lapse. A senior petroleum ministry official confirms robust supply chains are secure.

Bee may possess a hidden superpower that helps them navigate the world with incredible precision. Scientists now believe bees could be sensing Earth’s magnetic field like a natural compass, helping them travel long distances and return to their hives. Researchers say the discovery could reshape our understanding of insect intelligence and animal navigation. The findings also highlight how delicate environmental changes and electromagnetic interference could affect bee populations vital to global food systems.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has ordered a statewide revamp of Amma Canteens, directing officials to upgrade infrastructure, procure new utensils, and improve food quality.

Addressing the India-Norway Business and Research Summit, PM Modi welcomed the growth in bilateral trade after TEPA came into force and urged both sides to work towards the $100 billion investment target and the creation of one million jobs in India.

#Gravitas As per reports, Iran has agreed to a long-term freeze on parts of its nuclear programme instead of a complete dismantling of its capabilities. The reported proposal also suggests that Tehran is willing to transfer enriched uranium to Russia, not to the United States, under specific conditions.

#Gravitas A report by Drop Site details the plot hatched by American CIA and Pakistani military to oust the now-jailed Imran Khan because he did not 'tow' Washington's line.

A deadly measles resurgence is spreading across countries including the US, Mexico, and Bangladesh, raising alarms among health experts worldwide. Thousands of infections, hundreds of deaths, and falling vaccination rates are now threatening decades of public health progress. Here’s how the outbreak began, why experts are worried, and what it means for global health.