Latest India & World News Today LIVE: Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Latest India & World News Today LIVE: Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

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Latest News Today Live Updates: Stay connected to WION News for the latest updates from India and around the globe, including India's immediate neighbourhood, major developments in Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, global security, and other breaking stories shaping the world.

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.
 

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.
 

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.
 

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.
 

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.
 

Latest News Today Live Updates:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Tashkent on Saturday (August 29), as part of his broader tour covering Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks and participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, reflecting India's efforts to deepen strategic engagement with Central Asian nations.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Greek and Israeli media, Greece and Israel are expected to formalise agreements in Tel Aviv on Monday for the development of the "Achilles' Shield", a layered air defence and missile protection system valued at $3.4 billion. The agreement had earlier received approval from Greece's Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA) on July 23.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Saturday (August 29, 2026) said that Hindutva does not envisage a Bharat (the name he uses for India) without Muslims, asserting that a person who believes Muslims should have no place in the country would cease to be a Hindu. Addressing an event in New York City, he said, “I said, no, that is not Hindutva. If any Hindu thinks that there should be no Muslims in Bharat, he will not remain Hindu."

Iran’s leaders have acknowledged the mounting economic damage of six months of war with the United States, with the president saying foreign trade has shrunk by more than a third under US sanctions and a naval blockade. Tehran signalled that it would not yield to US pressure, vowing to pursue diplomacy while maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz. The government identified tackling economic fallout as a key priority, focusing on curbing inflation, generating employment, and gradually reducing the country's dependence on the US dollar.

Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

12:03:23
Nepal Tibet LIVE updates: Death toll rises to 750; rescuers race to save trapped over 100 workers in hydropower tunnels

Nepal’s death toll from this week’s devastating floods has risen to 734, the country’s disaster authority said Sunday, as rescue teams continue searching for thousands of people missing after a massive surge of water, ice and debris tore through Himalayan communities. China earlier reported 16 deaths, bringing the total death toll in the disaster to 750. Across Nepal and Tibet, more than 3,000 people remain unaccounted for.

Follow Nepal floods live updates here.

12:01:42
Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to nearly 700, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing.

Read more.

11:35:47
Qatar, Turkey discuss de-escalation and freedom of navigation

Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discussed regional de-escalation and maritime security in a phone call on Saturday.

11:34:41
Uganda to withdraw all UPDF troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027

Uganda will withdraw all its troops from Somalia by August 1, 2027, the country’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba said, setting a specific date for an exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the country’s security operations.

11:31:34
Karnataka BJP to go ahead with padayatra from Sept 1, a day after Nagendra’s resignation

A day after Ballari Rural MLA B Nagendra’s resignation from the Karnataka cabinet, the Opposition BJP has decided to go ahead with its 10-day padayatra against the State Government.

11:18:05
Industries expect 57th GST Council meeting to fix ITC, cut litigation, compliance challenges

The GST Council is set to meet for the first time in a year in New Delhi on September 12, with industry and tax experts expecting the 57th meeting to address pressing issues around input tax credit (ITC), litigation and compliance that continue to add to costs and uncertainty for businesses.
 

10:58:13
Iraq seeks to 'be a bridge' between Iran and US

Iraq is seeking to “be a bridge” between Tehran and Washington, the Iraqi prime minister’s security adviser, Qasim al-Araji, said.

10:39:14
Finland's Stubb tells German newspaper Russia unlikely to risk attack on NATO

Finland's President Alexander Stubb said he did not believe Russia would risk an attack against a NATO country, telling Germany's Bild newspaper it would "make ​no sense" to test the resolve of the alliance. Western officials have warned ‌of a growing risk of Russian hybrid operations, including cyber attacks, against European countries potentially leading to a direct confrontation with the NATO alliance. German officials have said they assess Russia ​would be in a position to attack a NATO country by 2029.
 

10:18:26
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope set for launch

NASA is preparing to send its newest eye on the universe into space, with the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope scheduled to launch as early as Sunday, August 30, from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

10:00:25
PM Modi on X amid his two-day Uzbekistan's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, “A special welcome, wreath-laying at the Yangi Uzbekistan Monument and interaction with the Indian community”.

09:58:57
PM Modi participates in a yoga programme in Uzbekistan amid his two-day state visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a yoga programme organised by the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan. Later today, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev further to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. 

09:55:11
Iran says Strait of Hormuz remains closed, no rush to reopen

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Tehran is in no hurry to reopen it.