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Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a friendship and cooperation treaty in Pyongyang, strengthening bilateral ties, voicing solidarity against Western pressure, and emphasizing collaboration to protect sovereignty amid global geopolitical tensions

On Bangladesh’s 56th Independence Day, the Awami League reaffirmed its commitment to the 1971 Liberation War principles, democratic values, and economic emancipation, paying tribute to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and condemning attacks undermining national symbols and freedom fighters

Juries in Los Angeles and New Mexico held Meta and YouTube liable for harms to children, including mental health issues and sexual exploitation. Experts say the verdicts signal growing accountability for Big Tech and could reshape social media regulation globally

Amid rising tensions, Iran allowed ships from friendly nations, including India, to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, while restricting adversaries, asserting control over the crucial global oil transit route

Tel Aviv: A missile fired from Iran has evaded Israel’s air defence systems and struck the city of Dimona, near which Israel’s main nuclear facility and reactor are located, state-owned Kan TV reported. Air raid sirens in the area sounded in the morning and early afternoon on Wednesday (local time), warning of incoming missile attacks, […]

US President Donald Trump will travel to China on May 14–15 for a rescheduled summit with President Xi Jinping, following a delay caused by the ongoing Gulf conflict. The White House confirmed that First Lady Melania and Peng Liyuan will also participate in reciprocal visits later this year

Jannik Sinner defeated Alex Michelsen in straight sets to reach the Miami Open quarterfinals and stay on course for the Sunshine Double, while Martin Landaluce continued his impressive run by upsetting Sebastian Korda to enter the last eight

Connor Esterhuizen smashed 75 off 33 balls as South Africa defeated New Zealand by 33 runs in the fifth Twenty20 in Christchurch, sealing the five-match series 3-2 with a strong batting and disciplined bowling performance

Iran rejected a US ceasefire proposal and launched fresh attacks on Israel and Gulf states as the Middle East war escalated. The US is deploying additional troops while diplomatic efforts face major hurdles amid rising casualties and fears of a global energy crisis

Declassified transcripts reveal Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger refused to condemn Pakistan’s 1971 crackdown in East Pakistan despite genocide warnings from Archer Blood, exposing US reluctance to criticise an ally during the crisis

An Iranian military spokesperson, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, ridiculed United States ceasefire efforts, saying Washington is “negotiating with itself.” Iran rejected the proposal, signalling continued defiance and dim prospects for de-escalation amid escalating regional tensions

The Donald Trump administration proposed a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via intermediaries as the US boosts troop deployment in the Middle East. Ongoing strikes, denials of talks, and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to escalate regional instability

Brazil’s Supreme Court allowed former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve his 27-year sentence for a coup attempt under house arrest due to health concerns, following his hospitalisation and recommendation by the Attorney General

Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the Miami Open quarterfinals with a straight-sets win over Zheng Qinwen, while Coco Gauff reached the last eight and will face Belinda Bencic after both players registered strong victories

The AIFF Technical Committee recommended considering Indian coaches for the senior women’s national team and appointed Renjith TA as assistant coach for the senior men’s team. A study group will assess U23 player performance for potential senior-level promotion

A temporary US pause on Iran strikes fuels cautious hopes of de-escalation, but ongoing attacks, conflicting claims, and uncertain back-channel talks suggest it may be a tactical breather

Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel and Gulf states, escalating tensions despite Donald Trump claiming peace talks. Ongoing strikes, disputed negotiations and Strait of Hormuz tensions continue to impact oil prices and regional stability

An explosion at a Valero Energy refinery in Port Arthur sent thick smoke into the air, prompting shelter-in-place orders. No injuries were reported, while authorities monitored air quality amid concerns over rising fuel prices and global oil supply disruptions

Mumbai markets rebounded sharply as Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, tracking global optimism after Donald Trump paused strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Easing oil prices and improved sentiment boosted equities, despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and recent foreign investor outflows 

A Colombian military C-130 aircraft crashed during takeoff in Putumayo, killing 66 and injuring 57, with over 40 unaccounted for, as authorities launched an investigation and President Gustavo Petro raised concerns over military modernisation delays

A Colombian military transport plane carrying 125 people crashed shortly after takeoff in the Amazonian province of Putumayo. At least 48 people were rescued alive as rescue teams rushed to the remote crash site and investigations into the cause began

India’s LPG ecosystem reflects both vulnerability and resilience, shaped by import dependence, distributed infrastructure, and evolving consumption patterns that demand nuanced, data-driven energy policy responses