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Iran launched fresh drone and missile strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait after US airstrikes, escalating tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warned of halting negotiations if Washington continues its attacks, while Gulf states hosting US military bases reported intercepted missiles and minor damage.

Seconds before the earthquake in Venezuela, millions of Android users received an alert, raising a vital question: Can the smartphone in your pocket save lives?

Belfast: Ireland stepped up when it mattered the most to defeat India by just one run and complete a memorable 2-0 series sweep — their first-ever bilateral triumph over the Asian heavyweights. Vice-captain Tilak Varma’s fighting 55 kept India in the hunt, but debutant Jai Moondra’s early strikes and disciplined death bowling ensured the hosts […]

A skydiving aircraft crashed shortly after take-off near Nancy, killing all 11 people aboard. Officials said the plane suffered a malfunction and plunged almost vertically, narrowly avoiding a nearby residential area. An investigation into the fatal crash is underway

Christopher Nolan said filmmakers must embrace creative risks because audiences seek originality rather than safe mainstream films. Reflecting on Memento, he credited innovation for its success as he prepares for the release of his upcoming epic, The Odyssey

Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes, escalating Gulf tensions and threatening nuclear negotiations. The conflict also intensified concerns over the Strait of Hormuz, while clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continued in Lebanon

US President Donald Trump's suggestion that Syria should confront Hezbollah has sparked concern across the region. Syria rejected any plan to intervene in Lebanon, while analysts and regional leaders warned the proposal could heighten tensions and revive historical anxieties

Political tensions are rising in Pakistan as Sindh leaders accuse the federal government of neglecting Karachi's infrastructure. Mounting transport congestion, water shortages, extreme heat and inadequate investment have intensified concerns over governance and the city's worsening liveability

India rejected Pakistan's allegations linking it to the Karachi military base attack, calling the claims baseless. New Delhi urged Islamabad to act against terror infrastructure within its territory instead of blaming others for incidents without presenting evidence

India and Seychelles unveiled 19 agreements after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Patrick Herminie, strengthening cooperation in defence, maritime security, digital payments, healthcare, space, education and development, while marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations

Australia plans to double fines for social media companies that fail to block users under 16 while strengthening enforcement powers. The move follows a study showing that more than 85 per cent of underage users continued accessing restricted platforms despite the nationwide ban.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Seychelles' honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title from President Patrick Herminie, his 34th international honour. Modi dedicated the award to nations combating climate change and reaffirmed India's commitment to environmental protection and maritime security cooperation

Colombia secured first place in Group K after a goalless draw against Portugal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Portugal finished second and will face Croatia in the Round of 32, while Colombia take on Ghana in the knockout stage.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the US-mediated framework agreement with Lebanon marks a step towards ending the conflict and achieving lasting peace. The deal includes security arrangements, a ceasefire framework and measures aimed at dismantling Hezbollah's military infrastructure.

The United States launched fresh military strikes on Iranian targets after alleging Tehran carried out another drone attack on a commercial oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. Washington said the strikes targeted military infrastructure while commercial shipping through the strategic waterway continued.

India and the United States are accelerating cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and critical minerals. Senior officials from both countries said the partnership is progressing from policy discussions to concrete projects aimed at strengthening resilient supply chains and technology ecosystems.

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating earthquakes has climbed to 1,430, with more than 3,200 injured. As rescue teams continue intensive operations, a fresh magnitude-4.1 earthquake struck the country's central region, raising fears of further damage and complicating ongoing relief efforts.

A relentless heatwave swept across Europe, breaking temperature records in several countries, disrupting transport, straining hospitals and triggering health alerts. Scientists said the extreme conditions were intensified by climate change, with authorities warning of further risks as the scorching weather spread eastward

Three Sindh Rangers personnel were killed when terrorists rammed a vehicle into the paramilitary force’s headquarters in Karachi’s Gulistan-i-Jauhar. Intense firing followed near University Road, with three attackers neutralised.

The Congress accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of hypocrisy for visiting the Giant Tortoise Enclosure in Seychelles while pushing the Great Nicobar Island Project, calling it an ecological disaster driven by corporate interests. Modi, meanwhile, highlighted India-Seychelles friendship through the Aldabra Giant Tortoise and handed over a patrol vessel to strengthen maritime security.

Iran launched a drone attack on Bahrain and separately targeted a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after overnight US airstrikes. Bahrain condemned the assault, calling it a threat to civilian security.

Indian naval sailing vessel INS Sudarshini arrived at Baltimore under the Lokayan 26 expedition, showcasing India's maritime heritage and strengthening India-US naval ties. The ship will participate in Sail250 Maryland celebrations and community outreach after completing a 13,000-nautical-mile transoceanic voyage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles on a three-day state visit, receiving a ceremonial welcome from President Patrick Herminie. He will hold bilateral talks, attend the country's National Day golden jubilee celebrations, address Parliament, and interact with the Indian diaspora

IIT Bombay and SUNY Old Westbury have announced a partnership to develop academic programmes, promote joint research, and strengthen faculty exchanges in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, further deepening India-US cooperation in higher education, science and engineering