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An Israeli military officer was killed on Saturday when an explosive-laden drone detonated in southern Lebanon. The Israeli army said in a statement that "24-year-old Captain Maoz Israel Recanati, a platoon commander in the Golani Brigade's 12th Battalion, was killed in clashes in southern Lebanon."

Operators from Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces successfully struck the Yeysk military airfield in southern Russia, destroying a rare Russian Be-200 amphibious jet and damaging a Ka-27 helicopter. Launched in response to heavy Russian aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities, the drone traversed nearly 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) to execute the attack.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing its worst Ebola outbreak in recent history, with reports indicating that the virus has killed over 2,300 people. Health authorities are struggling to contain the spread as new cases continue to emerge. Emergency response teams, along with international support, are working to control the outbreak and prevent further loss of life in affected regions.

CM-elect V D Satheesan and his 20-member cabinet are set to take oath on Monday, with senior Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony.

Move IPL 2026 behind closed doors? CTI urges Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to restructure the remaining matches to tackle nationwide fuel strains.

Lashkar terrorist Mohammed Usman Jatt, alias ‘Chinese’ told NIA officials that he had been dealing with severe hair loss for years, which had deeply impacted his self-esteem. Though he had heard about hair restoration procedures, he thought they were a luxury available only in the West.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru became the first team to qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs after defeating Punjab Kings in Dharamshala on Sunday.

Renowned Tamil producer K Rajan has died by suicide on Sunday. It is stated that he allegedly jumped from the Adyar bridge into the river. Read on to know more.

The updated fee structure was introduced in response to concerns voiced by students over high charges and the implementation of the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system after the declaration of Class 12 results.

PM Modi expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and said the bilateral talks would focus on advancing India-Sweden ties in trade, investments, innovation and defence.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet Swedish leaders and top CEOs in Gothenburg as part of his five-nation tour. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening economic ties, innovation partnerships, technology cooperation, and investment opportunities between India and Sweden. PM Modi’s meetings with business leaders are also aimed at boosting trade and strategic collaboration across key sectors.

US President Donald Trump has made a major statement on Taiwan following his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, saying that China firmly rejects Taiwan’s independence. The remarks have renewed global attention on one of the most sensitive flashpoints in US-China relations amid rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait. Watch this WION Originals report for a detailed breakdown of Trump’s comments, Beijing’s position, and the wider geopolitical implications.

Officials responded to the incident, stating that the incident occurred in an electrical generator outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the Al Dhafra Region.

Iran’s Mehr news agency said that Tehran has demanded the fulfilment of a set of confidence-building measures for the start of any negotiations, but the US came up with excessive demands without offering Iran anything tangible in return.

Filmmaker James Cameron recently opened up about the future of Avatar universe, and revealed that he is currently balancing multiple projects while also continuing work on the next chapters of the franchise.

The visit signals growing strategic ties as Nordic countries deepen engagement with India on maritime security, climate and technology amid New Delhi’s rising global influence.

PBKS vs RCB: Virat Kohli continues his remarkable run, notching another 500-run IPL season and extending his record.

Rastogi moved to Adelaide from Delhi in 2011 and was arrested in July 2022, with the court earlier hearing that he was working as an unqualified massage therapist when the offences occurred.

U.S. President Donald Trump has kept up an uneasy silence about Taiwan following his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping this week, despite the U.S.′ announcement in December of a record $11 billion in arms sales to the island against Beijing’s wishes. Trump had said the Taiwan arms sales would be on the agenda for his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping which ended on Friday.