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In Washington, DC, Donald Trump said the US military is building underground facilities beneath a new White House ballroom. The project, featuring enhanced security, has drawn criticism over transparency, scale, and lack of Congressional oversight

In Houston, Indian-origin tech leader Mangala Kuppa was appointed CIO of the US Department of Labor, where she will lead IT strategy, digital transformation, and AI adoption initiatives across the department

In Dubai, escalating conflict involving United States, Israel, and Iran saw strikes on Isfahan and Gulf targets, oil prices surge, and regional tensions intensify, with civilian injuries, military casualties, and global energy markets severely impacted

Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova won the Miami Open women’s doubles title, completing the Sunshine Double. They defeated Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini 7-6 (0), 6-1, becoming the sixth pair to achieve this feat in tennis history

Jannik Sinner defeated Jiri Lehecka 6-4, 6-4 to win the Miami Open and complete the Sunshine Double, becoming the first male player since Federer in 2017 to win both Indian Wells and Miami in the same season

TT receives acclaim for its striking Rewind page illustration ‘A Genocidal Book?’ by Chief Artist Guru Prasad, at the 8th International Newspaper Design Competition

A student opened fire at a high school in Texas, injuring a teacher before fatally shooting himself. Authorities said the school was locked down, and students were safely evacuated and reunited with parents following the incident

Canada’s proposed hate crime legislation marks a significant shift in addressing extremist activities and hate speech

United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said three peacekeepers were killed within 24 hours in southern Lebanon amid escalating clashes between Hezbollah and Israel

India condemned attacks on United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon peacekeepers after a fatal strike in Lebanon. United Nations chief Antonio Guterres urged accountability and protection of personnel amid escalating regional hostilities

Donald Trump threatened massive strikes on Iran energy infrastructure if no deal is reached soon, as the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens. Escalating attacks across the Gulf and Israel heighten fears of a widening regional war

World Trade Organization members failed to extend the TRIPS moratorium on non-violation complaints at MC14, ending a safeguard in place since 1995. The lapse raises uncertainty, risking disputes over intellectual property policies, especially for developing nations like India

Spain has closed airspace to United States warplanes linked to the Iran conflict, reinforcing opposition under Pedro Sánchez. Madrid earlier barred US base use, deepening tensions with Washington amid criticism of Middle East military actions

An Indian national was killed in Kuwait during Iranian strikes on a desalination plant, raising Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to eight. Authorities confirmed damage, while India coordinates repatriation and ensures safety of nationals

An Indian worker was killed in an attack on a power and desalination facility in Kuwait, reportedly linked to the escalating West Asia conflict. The Indian Embassy expressed condolences and is coordinating with Kuwaiti authorities to provide support to those affected.

US President Donald Trump said Cuba “will be next” to face collapse, blaming the country’s leadership while indicating the United States would allow oil shipments to ease hardships for civilians amid the island nation’s deepening economic crisis.

Alex Fitzpatrick clinched his maiden Indian Open title in Gurugram, defeating Eugenio Chacarra by two shots. Recovering from early setbacks, he delivered a strong finish, while Indian golfers Manoj S and Om Prakash Chouhan emerged as best domestic performers

Aryna Sabalenka defeated Coco Gauff in the Miami Open final to complete the Sunshine Double, winning both Indian Wells and Miami titles. She secured her 24th career title, overpowering Gauff in a competitive three-set match

Amid Myanmar’s ongoing challenges, India must manage immediate concerns while advancing its long-term strategy to counter China’s influence in Southeast Asia

Kuwait’s Defence Ministry confirmed that its air defence systems intercepted 14 ballistic missiles and 12 drones within 24 hours, yet a military camp was struck, leaving 10 soldiers wounded. Warehouses of a private logistics firm were also damaged.

Armed with a strong mandate, Rahman signalled a willingness to bury the hatchet and make a fresh beginning by pursuing a forward-looking relationship with New Delhi

Foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkiye and Pakistan convened in Islamabad for a two-day summit aimed at de-escalating the West Asia conflict. The talks, held amid stalled US-Iran negotiations, focused on regional security and peace-building measures.

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf issued a stern warning against American forces, declaring that Iranian troops are prepared to retaliate. His remarks coincided with the arrival of 2,500 US Marines in the region and the entry of Iran-backed Houthi rebels into the ongoing conflict.