Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a high-level task force led by Infosys co-founder Nandan Nilekani to recommend reforms for India's examination system. The panel will submit recommendations aimed at strengthening transparency and efficiency in national exams.

Meanwhile, global tensions continue to rise. An oil tanker reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz after hitting a sea mine, while Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have downed a Saudi drone. Lebanon accused Israel of obstructing troop deployment in the south, and the UN chief called for the immediate removal of sanctions on Syria. Ukraine and Russia exchanged fresh attacks, Romania summoned Russia's ambassador after shooting down another drone, China witnessed deadly flash floods, and Australia vowed to challenge proposed US tariffs.

PM Modi Announces Exam Reform Task Force | Iran Tanker Blast | Ukraine War | Houthi Attack

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Iran has warned that any new U.S. military strike could trigger a wider conflict across West Asia, issuing the warning ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington. The escalating rhetoric has raised fears of a broader regional confrontation.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of sharing satellite intelligence with Iran to assist attacks on U.S. military bases and Gulf infrastructure, adding another layer of tension to the ongoing geopolitical crisis.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has issued an advisory asking Indian nationals to carefully evaluate security risks before accepting jobs on commercial vessels operating in or passing through the Black Sea, citing increased attacks linked to the wider regional conflict.

In the South China Sea, search and rescue operations remain underway after a Vietnamese vessel carrying 62 people sank. Rescue teams continue searching for the remaining missing passengers as ships and helicopters comb the waters.

Spain is battling one of its worst wildfire emergencies in years. Authorities say rapidly spreading fires, fueled by extreme heat and strong winds, have exceeded firefighting capacity in several regions, forcing large-scale evacuations.

Meanwhile, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says his government will directly raise concerns with U.S. President Donald Trump over proposed new tariffs, warning they could hurt bilateral trade while Australia continues advocating for fair trade and protecting exporters.

Stay with WION World Is One for the latest breaking international news, geopolitical developments, global conflicts, climate disasters, and major world events.

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The US is preparing to announce fresh tariffs on dozens of countries as Trump's temporary 10% global levy nears its Friday expiry, following a Supreme Court ruling against his earlier emergency tariff strategy.

US set to unveil fresh tariffs as Trump's 10% global levy faces Friday expiry

US President Donald Trump claims Americans will soon see massive returns from his tariff strategy, saying businesses can no longer dodge costs by stockpiling goods. He predicts revenue will skyrocket. Scroll for full story.

Trump promises Americans 'RECORD SETTING' tariff payoff coming soon, predicts unprecedented amount money for the US

The list of exemptions includes spices like black pepper, cloves, cumin, cardamom, turmeric, ginger, some varieties of tea, mango derivatives, and nuts, including cashews, which India exports to the US. India accounts for around 20 per cent of the cashew nut imports worth $843 million.

Trump rolls back tariffs on groceries fearing US voters’ ire over inflation; Indian exporters cheer

Donald Trump’s vociferous defence of his tariff policy becomes crucial as it comes after the unsettling victory of Democrats in the recent elections. What pinched him the most was the convincing and dramatic victory of Zohran Mamdani in the New York mayoral elections.

‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend

The consequences of the case are immense for Trump and the US economy at large, as Americans are getting anxious amid fears that the tariffs are contributing to higher costs and not alleviating them. No president had ever used the law to tariff imports until Trump did it in his second term.

US Supreme Court justices appear sceptical of Trump’s tariffs argument

Trump doubles down on tariffs, plans 155% on Chinese goods starting November 1

Banking and Market expert Ajay Bagga said on Monday that Donald Trump's $100,000 rule for H-1B visas in the United States might result in extra costs to the tune of $14 billion in sectors like IT, healthcare, doctors, nurses, and other financial services.

Donald Trump's H-1B fee to result in $14 billion in extra cost: Expert

The deal had been reached in July after months of negotiations but both the countries appeared to differ in its details.

Trump buckles under pressure? US President signs order slashing tariff on Japanese goods, auto to 15%

The US has scrapped the $800 “de minimis” duty-free threshold for foreign parcels, imposing tariffs on all imports from August 29. A six-month flat fee system will ease the shift. The move targets smuggling and counterfeits but has disrupted global postal services and raised shipping costs.

Trump tariff war escalates with end of 'de minimis' exemption — What is it and how will it hit US online buyers?

Amid tariff pressure from the United States, India is planning to launch a dedicated outreach initiative to push textile exports in 40 countries, including the UK, Japan, and South Korea. 

Amid Trump tariff pressure, India looks to diversify textile exports to 40 nations

A day before Donald Trump's additional tariff on Indian exports to the US takes effect, China's Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, said on Tuesday that New Delhi's exports to Beijing grew 20 per cent in the April-July quarter, including petroleum, electronic goods, and agricultural products.

Chinese Ambassador claims 20 per cent growth in Indian exports to China

The 50 per cent tariff, imposed by US President Donald Trump on India, will take effect on August 27.

Donald Trump's tariff: What will happen to Apple's Made-in-India iPhone supply to US?

The US has issued a notice to India on additional 25 per cent tariffs linking it to its policy against the Russian government. India already faced a 25 per cent tariff as part of a reciprocal tariff regime. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent for buying Russian oil

'Actions of Russia...': US issues notice to India on additional 25% tariff, explains why Trump is targeting New Delhi

Fitch Ratings, one of the world's foremost ratings agencies, on Monday affirmed India's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at 'BBB-' with a stable outlook.

Fitch gives India 'BBB-' rating, warns New Delhi on Donald Trump's tariff