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Ten people were hospitalised after a shooting at a party near Arcadia Lake in Edmond. Police reported multiple gunshots at a gathering, with victims in varying conditions as authorities continue investigating the incident

Donald Trump announced “Project Freedom” to guide stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions. Iran rejected the move, as attacks on vessels heighten risks despite fragile ceasefire efforts

Ukraine reportedly carried out a drone strike on the external radiation monitoring laboratory of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, according to Russian media. Plant authorities confirmed no injuries or critical damage but warned of risks to nuclear safety and radiation monitoring systems.

India’s U-17 girls’ boxers made a dominant start at the Asian Boxing Championships in Tashkent, winning five bouts on the opening day. Rakhi, Ovi, Mamta, Lakshmi and Navya impressed, while Neela Narendra Kumar also secured a strong win in boys’ section

A Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll shows US President Donald Trump’s approval rating dipping to 37 per cent ahead of the November midterms, with widespread disapproval of his handling of the economy, inflation, and the Iran conflict.

Seven OPEC+ countries including Saudi Arabia and Russia have agreed to a modest production increase of 188,000 barrels per day starting in June, citing a commitment to market stability. The decision comes amid heightened tensions as Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz.

Nepal has objected to India and China’s plan to conduct the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lipulekh Pass, asserting that the territory belongs to Kathmandu under the 1816 Sugauli Treaty.

The declining US dollar is increasing costs for travel, imported goods and groceries, while benefiting some multinational companies and exporters. Economists warn that continued weakness in the currency could add pressure on American consumers already facing inflation and rising commodity prices

Nepal President Ram Chandra Poudel issued an ordinance removing 1,594 political appointees, triggering administrative disruption. Backed by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, the sweeping overhaul has raised concerns over governance, institutional functioning, and political controversy

OPEC+ agreed to raise June output by 188,000 barrels daily amid West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz blockade. United Arab Emirates exit weakens the group, while disrupted exports and diplomacy moves caused volatile global oil prices

India’s men’s team finished with bronze at the 2026 Thomas & Uber Cup in Denmark after a 0-3 semifinal loss to France. Debutant Ayush Shetty, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy fell in singles, with Lakshya Sen missing due to injury

India’s Thomas Cup campaign ended with a 0-3 semifinal defeat against France, settling for bronze. Ayush Shetty, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth lost their singles matches, while Lakshya Sen’s absence was felt in a one-sided contest in Horsens, Denmark

The IDF announced that it carried out extensive strikes against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, targeting around 120 terror sites including military-use structures, weapons facilities, and rocket launchers.

India, represented by Kirti Vardhan Singh, will participate in the UN-led International Migration Review Forum in New York. The forum will assess progress on the Global Compact on Migration and link it to SDGs

Punjab Police’s Counter Terrorism Department arrested 21 terrorists in week-long operations across Punjab, Pakistan. Most were linked to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, with others from BLA. Explosives were seized, and planned attacks were foiled

President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran remain uncertain, expressing dissatisfaction with current proposals. He highlighted internal divisions within Iran’s leadership and claimed its military capabilities are weakened.

An explosion of leftover cluster bombs and air mines from the Iran-Iraq war killed 14 members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard near Zanjan, northwest of Tehran.

The Iran war shows that power doesn’t guarantee victory—endurance does

Jannik Sinner defeated Arthur Fils to reach the Madrid Open final and extend his winning streak to 22 matches. The Italian also recorded his 350th career win and will face Alexander Zverev or Alexander Blockx in the final

India defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals, with Lakshya Sen, Satwik-Chirag and Ayush Shetty delivering strong performances. The win ensured a semifinal berth and confirmed at least a bronze medal for the 2022 champions

Bangladesh summoned India’s acting envoy Pawan Badhe to protest remarks by Himanta Biswa Sarma on alleged deportation of Bangladeshis, calling them disparaging and harmful to ties between India and Bangladesh

UAE’s exit signals a gradual shift in global oil governance—from tightly coordinated production regimes to more flexible, nationally driven strategies

India-Tanzania trade rose to $9.02 billion in 2025-26, with both sides reaffirming commitment to deepen economic ties during the Joint Trade Committee meet, focusing on local currency trade, visas, mining, healthcare, education and digital cooperation

Piyush Goyal said the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has boosted bilateral trade beyond $100 billion, driving growth across sectors, enhancing services trade, and creating opportunities for Indian businesses, MSMEs and farmers