US President Donald Trump said he believes the memorandum of understanding with Iran "is over" after the two sides exchanged strikes across the Middle East, though he added negotiators could continue talks if they wished. The latest escalation, including Iranian strikes on US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait following US action and renewed sanctions, has raised fresh concerns over regional stability and pushed oil prices higher.

 US-Iran war: Trump declares Iran ceasefire is 'over' after overnight strikes 

Prabhas Mondal, a key accused in the rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in West Bengal's Baruipur, was killed in a police encounter during the early hours of Wednesday. Authorities said the incident occurred as part of an operation linked to the ongoing investigation into the high-profile case.

Baruipur rape-murder accused killed in police encounter 

The United States may seek the extradition of jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi from India as part of ongoing investigations into transnational organized crime. While no formal extradition request has been publicly confirmed, the development could become a key issue in legal and diplomatic discussions between the two countries.

US may seek Lawrence Bishnoi's extradition from India 

World Cup fever is in full swing as fans rush to official stores to grab jerseys, scarves and souvenirs. Merchandise is flying off the shelves, with jerseys of star players proving to be among the biggest sellers during the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Star players drive Jersey sales at World Cup stores 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prambanan Temple in Indonesia along with President Prabowo Subianto. PM Modi offered prayers, interacted with temple officials, and received a warm welcome from people waving the national flags of India and Indonesia along the route.

PM Modi visits Indonesia's 1000-year-old Prambanan Temple

Baruipur rape-murder key accused Prabhas Mondal killed in police encounter

French court has cleared Marine Le Pen to contest the 2027 presidential election, removing a major legal hurdle ahead of the vote. The ruling is expected to reshape France's political landscape as parties prepare for the next election cycle. The decision has sparked renewed debate over the country's future leadership.

French court clears Marine Le Pen to fight 2027 poll

Star player performances and personalized jersey requests are causing unprecedented spikes in merchandise demand globally, prompting Adidas to report temporary shortages of customization letters like "V" for stars such as Kai Havertz. 

FIFA World Cup 2026: Star players drive jersey sales at World Cup store 

Europe's largest active volcano, Mount Etna, erupted in Sicily, sending ash and volcanic material into the sky. Authorities say volcanic activity has since eased, with tremor levels dropping and ash emissions subsiding. Mount Etna remains under a yellow alert as officials continue to monitor the situation.

Europe's Largest Active Volcano Erupts In Sicily

Australia's largest telecom provider, Telstra, is urgently investigating a nationwide outage that disrupted phone services for thousands of customers. The network failure also affected wireless payment systems and caused train services to be suspended in several areas.

Massive telstra outage disrupts life in Australia, rail services suspended

Thousands of mourners gathered in Iraq's holy city of Najaf as funeral processions began for Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His body arrived a day earlier alongside Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and other senior officials, marking the start of a major public farewell.

Ali Khamenei funeral: Iraqi PM receives remains of Iran's late Supreme Leader at airport 

Italy is battling multiple wildfires as firefighters continue emergency operations in Sardinia while overnight efforts helped contain fires in Emilia-Romagna. Authorities evacuated homes as a precaution, with emergency crews working to prevent the flames from spreading further amid challenging conditions.

Italy: Wildfires rage across Italy, emergency operations continue

The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot is historically tight, with an epic three-way tie at the top of the leaderboard. Kylian Mbappé (France), Lionel Messi (Argentina), and Erling Haaland (Norway) are all locked at 7 goals each, with England's Harry Kane trailing closely behind at 6 goals.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who is winning the race for Golden Boot award?

Washington has pulled the plug on its Iran oil waiver, and the timing tells its own story. Just over two weeks after treasury issued "General license x," permitting Tehran to sell crude in dollars for the first time in four decades, the US Has reversed course.

US removes Iran oil sanctions waiver: what's at stake for global markets? 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the iconic Prambanan Temple during his three-nation tour, highlighting India’s historic and cultural ties with Indonesia. The visit is expected to showcase shared heritage, strengthen bilateral relations, and deepen cooperation between the two nations. The Prambanan Temple is one of Indonesia’s most significant cultural landmarks.


PM Modi's three-nation tour: PM Modi to visit iconic Prambanan Temple in Indonesia

Ali Khamenei’s funeral procession has drawn global attention, and now the remains of Iran's supreme leader will be flown to Karbala from Najaf.  The developments are being closely watched as Iran bids final goodbye to its slain supreme leader Ali Khamenei. 

Ali Khamenei funeral: Thousands gather to pay last respect to Iran's supreme leader

The Ketan Agarwal murder investigation has taken a significant turn after police sources revealed that WhatsApp chats between Siya Goyal and Chetan Chaudhary allegedly showed the two referring to each other as "husband" and "wife."
The discovery has opened up a new line of inquiry, with investigators examining whether the pair may have secretly married before the events under investigation. Police are now scrutinising photographs, videos, witness statements and official records to verify the claim. Authorities stress that no marriage has yet been established, and the matter remains an active part of the ongoing investigation.

Pune Murder Case: Pune cops suspect Ketan's fiancee secretly married lover 

Concerns are growing over structural issues reported at a New York skyscraper, with buckled columns, visible cracks, and sagging floors raising safety questions. Engineers and officials are assessing the building’s condition as investigations continue. The incident has renewed focus on skyscraper safety, maintenance, and structural inspections in major cities.

Buckled columns, cracks & sagging floors in New York skyscraper 

India and Japan have taken a major step in strengthening their strategic partnership after the Modi-Takaichi Summit in New Delhi. The two countries announced their first-ever defence co-development agreement, focusing on advanced military technology and maritime security cooperation.

Modi-Takaichi summit: New Delhi & Tokyo's first joint weapon

China is considering new restrictions on AI models as authorities weigh tighter oversight of the rapidly evolving technology. Here's what the proposed measures could mean for AI companies, innovation, and the global tech race.


China weighs tough new curbs on AI models amid security push 

Ali Khamenei funeral: Najaf prepares to host funeral rites

US President Donald Trump praised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as a “nice person” but criticised her stance on Iran-related issues. The remarks highlight differences between the two leaders over Middle East policy and diplomatic approaches. The comments come amid rising global focus on Iran and international security.

Trump calls Giorgia Meloni a nice person, criticises her on Iran

Argentina defeated Egypt to book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, ending the Pharaohs' impressive tournament run. Lionel Messi played a key role as Argentina delivered a composed performance to keep their title hopes alive. Egypt bowed out after a spirited campaign on football's biggest stage.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina ends Egypt's World Cup dreams 

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has responded to allegations over undeclared donations by announcing his resignation as an MP and seeking a fresh mandate through a by-election. 


Nigel Farage responds to non-declaration row with resignation

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