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Global crude oil prices fell nearly one per cent after OPEC+ agreed to increase August production and exports through the Strait of Hormuz recovered. Improved supplies and easing geopolitical tensions boosted expectations of a better-balanced global oil market

Leaders gather for the NATO summit in Ankara amid disagreements over Iran, defence spending and the alliance's future. European allies remain divided over US priorities, while protests against NATO and rising military expenditure highlight growing public skepticism across member states

US President Donald Trump shared a doctored image targeting Barack and Michelle Obama, reviving accusations of racist rhetoric. The post sparked fresh controversy as it followed earlier offensive content and came ahead of Trump's meetings with NATO allies in Turkey

Venezuela's twin earthquakes have killed 3,342 people and injured 16,740, with thousands still missing. Authorities continue rescue operations as India provides humanitarian aid under Operation Amistad, while the government observes seven days of national mourning for the victims

Russia launched overnight waves of missiles and drones on Kyiv, killing at least three people and damaging residential buildings. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Western allies to provide more Patriot air defence missiles, warning that inadequate support encourages Russia to intensify its four-year war

The rise of right-wing nationalism meant that the country is more polarised than ever before. More and more Americans are losing faith in their institutions

Every global event flows through the dollar system, through the rupee exchange rate, and lands — silently, without announcement — in our kitchen

Beth Mooney and Phoebe Litchfield powered Australia to a dominant seven-wicket win over England in the Women’s T20 World Cup final at Lord’s. Chasing 151, Australia sealed a record-extending seventh title with 17 balls to spare in clinical fashion

Novak Djokovic defeated Roman Safiullin in four sets to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, setting a new record for most men’s singles wins at the tournament. The seven-time champion surpassed Roger Federer’s mark in a hard-fought Centre Court battle

Iranian officials and family members of the new supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei appeared publicly at funeral prayers for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a February 28 attack.

S. Jaishankar met Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani in Doha to review bilateral cooperation in energy, trade, investments, connectivity and security, while discussing regional developments and opportunities to strengthen the India-Qatar strategic partnership

Two children aged 7 and 10 were killed, and a teenager was injured, after a gas cylinder caught fire due to negligence in Afghanistan’s Logar province. The tragedy underscores the ongoing household risks involving domestic gas usage

Indian Naval Ship Sudarshini sailed into New York Harbour to represent India at Sail 250 and the US International Naval Review. The visit highlights India's maritime heritage and reflects the growing naval partnership and friendship between India and the United States

India criticised Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif over his remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi receiving Seychelles' top environmental honour, calling his comments baseless while highlighting the Prime Minister's global recognition for climate and sustainability initiatives

Islamabad is likely to host the next round of US-Iran technical talks on July 11, focusing on Tehran's nuclear programme, sanctions relief and regional security. Mediated by Pakistan and Qatar, the negotiations aim to advance diplomatic efforts following a recent ceasefire

Iran has warned against foreign military activity in the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that security of the strategic waterway rests solely with Iran and Oman. The statement came after Britain and France expressed readiness to support freedom of navigation in the strait.

The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has climbed to 2,954, with 16,592 people injured and thousands displaced. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors as aftershocks persist, while the government has declared seven days of national mourning.

Donald Trump marked America's 250th Independence anniversary with a patriotic yet politically charged speech in Washington, honouring veterans while promoting key policy priorities. Weather disruptions affected celebrations nationwide, but major commemorative events and fireworks ultimately proceeded

Hundreds of thousands attended former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's funeral in Tehran, where anti-US and anti-Israel slogans were raised and a performer called for Donald Trump's death. The ceremony came amid regional tensions and stalled negotiations following the Iran war 

Kylian Mbappe scored his 19th career World Cup goal as France defeated Paraguay 1-0 to reach the quarterfinals. The striker moved within one goal of Lionel Messi's record, while drawing level with him in the tournament's Golden Boot race

US President Donald Trump's America 250 celebration in Washington resumed after a storm-related evacuation of the National Mall. Authorities reopened the venue later at night, allowing Trump's address and fireworks to proceed as part of nationwide events marking America's 250th independence anniversary

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised weapons tests aboard the repaired 5,000-tonne destroyer Kang Kon, including a nuclear-capable cruise missile. He ordered the warship's deployment within two months, highlighting Pyongyang's accelerating efforts to build a nuclear-armed navy and expand maritime capabilities

At least 20 people died after a wooden boat carrying students returning from state exams sank in Kasai province, central Congo. The vessel went down at the confluence of the Sankuru and Kasai rivers.

Australian authorities are investigating an online threat targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his July 8–10 visit. The alleged social media post appeared before a Melbourne community event, while both nations prepare for the Australia-India Annual Leaders' Summit