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At least 12 Pakistani soldiers and 35 TTP militants were killed in major clashes during military operations in Bajaur and South Waziristan. The Pakistan Army blamed Afghan nationals for involvement and urged the Taliban to prevent cross-border terror activity

At least 30 people died and dozens were injured in a series of road accidents across Afghanistan this week. Incidents occurred in Samangan, Baghlan, Badghis, and other provinces. Police blame reckless driving and poor road conditions for the rising toll

Surjit Singh, a 39-year-old man, has been jailed for life for killing his 76-year-old mother, Mohinder Kaur, during a drunken outburst in Birmingham. The attack was triggered by a family argument and involved sustained violence. He must serve 15 years

Israel has intensified airstrikes on Gaza City, killing at least 32 people, including 12 children. Entire families have died, and evacuation orders continue. The UN warns the crisis is worsening as residents struggle to flee or find safe shelter

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck early Saturday near the east coast of Russia’s Kamchatka region, the US Geological Survey reported. The quake hit 111.7 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at a depth of 39 km. No casualties were reported immediately.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal’s interim prime minister, pledging India’s support for the country’s peace and prosperity. Karki, Nepal’s first woman chief justice, has now created history again as the country’s first woman prime minister.

The funeral of Indian-origin motel manager Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, brutally beheaded in Dallas, will be held Saturday. A fundraiser for his family has nearly reached USD 200,000 as the Indian-American community demands justice and stronger action against violent offenders.

Minakshi defeated Alice Pumphrey in the women’s 48kg quarterfinals to secure India’s fourth medal at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, advancing to the semifinals alongside other Indian boxers

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has brought its flagship International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition to India for the first time. The Hyderabad event, running till September 13, focuses on innovation, sustainability, and inclusion across academia, industry, and government

IACG signed an MoU with Kyoto Seika University, Japan, for student and faculty exchange. The pact aims to boost Telangana’s global opportunities in anime and manga through industry–academia linkages, JETRO partnerships, and creative curriculum development

Albania has appointed the world’s first AI-generated "minister," Diella, to oversee public tenders and ensure corruption-free governance. Prime Minister Edi Rama said the AI system will make public spending fully transparent as Albania pushes for EU membership.

Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, a 50-year-old Indian-origin motel manager in Texas, was brutally beheaded by a co-worker after a dispute over a washing machine. The suspect, with a criminal record, has been arrested and charged with capital murder

Australia has approved the world’s first single-dose chlamydia vaccine for koalas, developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast. The vaccine reduces mortality and infection, but conservationists stress that habitat loss remains the main threat to the endangered species

Nepal is preparing to appoint former Chief Justice Sushila Karki as interim Prime Minister amid nationwide youth-led protests against corruption. Her selection follows days of political negotiations as unrest intensifies, with 34 people killed and over 1,000 injured in clashes.

The FBI released video showing the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s murder fleeing a Utah campus rooftop. A manhunt is underway with over 200 tips, DNA tests, and a $100,000 reward announced.

US President Donald Trump defended Jair Bolsonaro after Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced him to 27 years for plotting a coup, calling the verdict “surprising” and comparing it to his own legal battles.

Brazil’s Supreme Federal Court sentenced former president Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years for plotting a coup and related charges. Currently under house arrest, he may appeal, while Trump compared the verdict to his own battles.

Congresswoman Deborah Ross condemned Charlie Kirk’s murder, urging leaders to reduce political rhetoric. Trump announced a manhunt update and posthumous Medal of Freedom for the Turning Point USA founder killed at Utah Valley University.

World Boxing Cup Astana gold medalist Nupur was the first Indian to be assured of a medal when she reached the women’s 80+kg quarterfinals on Wednesday

Twelve teams were divided into three groups for the second edition of the AFC Women's Champions League and will battle in a centralised league format

Three inmates were killed in a prison clash in Nepal amid ongoing anti-government protests that triggered mass jailbreaks. Over 15,000 prisoners have escaped from more than 25 prisons, with security forces struggling to restore order following Prime Minister Oli’s resignation

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University event, triggering panic and nationwide shock. Known for his controversial views, Kirk’s death highlights rising political violence in the U.S. The shooter remains at large

Security forces killed 19 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan terrorists in intelligence-based operations across Mohmand, North Waziristan, and Bannu. Militants also targeted an intelligence official’s home in Lakki Marwat, highlighting escalating attacks on law enforcement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province

At least three inmates were killed in Nepal during clashes with security forces, while over 15,000 prisoners escaped from more than 25 jails amid anti-government protests. Authorities, including the army, are working to recapture escapees and restore order.