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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s potential debut and India’s batting concerns dominate the build-up to the England T20I series. Selectors weigh changes after Ireland setbacks, while conditions at Riverside and England’s strong bowling attack pose a major challenge for the visitors

Scorching heat across Europe is a stark reminder of the accelerating climate crisis and the repeated failure of nations to honour their commitments to cut greenhouse gas emissions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted traditional Indian handicrafts and textiles, including Kanchivaram silk, Maheshwari silk, Toda shawl and Bidriware, to Seychelles' President, Vice President, Speaker and their spouses during his visit, highlighting India's rich cultural heritage and strengthening bilateral ties

US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons ahead of fresh talks in Doha, asserting that Washington is winning militarily and diplomatically. He linked falling oil prices to developments on Iran and signed a memorandum supporting consumers’ right to repair vehicles.

Israeli airstrikes in southern and central Gaza on Monday killed at least eight Palestinians, including children, and wounded over 20, according to health officials. Strikes hit tents sheltering displaced families in Khan Younis and Deir al-Balah, while Israel claimed it was targeting militants.

A JetBlue pilot reported colliding with a drone while approaching New York’s JFK Airport at 3,000 feet early Monday morning. The Airbus A321, arriving from Las Vegas, landed safely with no damage found after inspection. The FAA has launched an investigation into the matter.

Defending Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner recovered from a worrying fall and twice came back from a set down to defeat Serbia's Miomir Kecmanovic in five sets, setting up a second-round clash with Portugal's Nuno Borges at the All England Club

A heatwave occurs when the average temperature is unusually hot for three or more days in a row. That's compared to past weather data taken from the same location

Five people were killed and several wounded in a shooting at a youth welfare facility in Stade, northern Germany. Police arrested two suspects, including the alleged gunman, and are investigating the motive behind the attack at the residential facility

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his three-day Seychelles visit after holding talks with President Patrick Herminie. The two nations unveiled 19 cooperation outcomes spanning defence, maritime security, digital payments and healthcare while reaffirming their commitment to a secure Indian Ocean region

Ukraine intensified drone strikes on Russian oil facilities, setting a major refinery ablaze as President Vladimir Putin admitted Russia faces fuel shortages for the first time. Kyiv said the attacks are aimed at weakening Moscow's war effort, while both sides continued exchanging missile and drone strikes.

The United States and Iran have agreed to halt military exchanges in the Strait of Hormuz and resume negotiations aimed at sustaining a fragile ceasefire. Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, both countries remain divided over maritime authority and broader issues surrounding Iran's nuclear programme.

Pakistan claimed it killed 29 militants in intelligence-based operations along the Afghanistan border following the Karachi Rangers headquarters attack. Islamabad said the strikes targeted militant hideouts linked to Jamaat-ul-Ahrar, while continuing to accuse Afghanistan of supporting cross-border terrorism.

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.