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Robotics expert Benson Thomas George from Kerala has become the first Indian selected as a judge for the FIRST Tech Challenge Michiana Premier Event in the US. The global STEM competition featured 106 student teams showcasing innovations in robotics and AI

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit India from July 1-3 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. She and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will review bilateral cooperation, including trade, investment and defence, besides discussing regional and global issues

US President Donald Trump said Iran could emerge as a major market for American agricultural exports as Washington pursues negotiations with Tehran. He also announced an additional $11 billion in relief for farmers and highlighted measures aimed at boosting US agriculture

Rescue teams are racing to save hundreds believed trapped after twin powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela. The death toll has climbed to 235, with widespread destruction, repeated aftershocks and international assistance arriving as authorities continue search and rescue operations

Scientists say Venezuela's devastating earthquakes were a rare ‘doublet’ — two powerful tremors occurring just 39 seconds apart along the Bocono fault. The event underscores the region's complex tectonic setting, with experts warning of strong aftershocks while explaining why such twin earthquakes are uncommon

The Indian Embassy in Doha announced that the mortal remains of four out of 12 Indian nationals who died in the Ras Laffan gas explosion are being repatriated to India. The embassy is coordinating with families and authorities, while also assisting injured Indians.

At least 188 people were killed, over 1,500 injured and more than 200 trapped after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela. Rescue operations intensified in the worst-hit coastal regions as authorities declared a state of emergency and international aid began arriving

Shafali Verma’s explosive 53 off 34 balls guided India to a five-wicket win over Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Manchester. India chased 137 in 16.5 overs despite fielding lapses, with Radha Yadav and Shree Charani starring

Sports Village Europa, Barcelona, and Silver Stone Sports Academy, Hyderabad, signed an MoU to promote tennis talent development. The partnership aims to provide international training, European coaching exposure, and competitive opportunities for young athletes to enhance global sporting performance standards

India on Thursday disbursed the fifth tranche of ₹250 crore to Bhutan under its Economic Stimulus Programme, taking total support to ₹1,250 crore. The funding is aimed at boosting Bhutan's post-pandemic recovery, employment generation and key development sectors

India has successfully exported its first commercial sea shipment of 5 metric tonnes of Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore, facilitated by APEDA. The consignment showcased the viability of sea freight for horticultural exports while nearly doubling returns for mango growers

France has identified five people who may have been exposed to Ebola after sharing a flight with a doctor returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The patient is in isolation, while the WHO says the global risk remains low.

Venezuela declared a nationwide State of Emergency after twin earthquakes measuring 7.1 and 7.5 struck near Moron, causing building collapses and infrastructure damage. Authorities closed Maiquetia airport and launched rescue operations as aftershock fears persisted.

At least 32 people were killed and 700 injured after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela. Authorities declared a state of emergency, closed the country's main airport and launched large-scale rescue operations amid fears the toll could rise.

US President Donald Trump criticised several NATO allies for failing to support Washington during the Iran conflict, while reiterating demands for higher defence spending. NATO chief Mark Rutte defended European contributions and praised Trump's handling of the Iran crisis.

A 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck northeastern Japan, disrupting rail services but causing no tsunami threat. Meanwhile, Venezuela was hit by two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.1 and 7.5, prompting concerns over possible casualties and extensive structural damage.

India and the US reviewed progress on a proposed interim trade agreement during ministerial talks in New Delhi, focusing on market access and digital trade. However, both sides gave no clarity on resolving differences ahead of a key tariff deadline

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has ordered urgent inspections of 16 Airbus A380 aircraft after cracks were detected in wing structural components. Most affected aircraft belong to Emirates, while Qantas has one jet under maintenance. No immediate fleet-wide safety risk has been identified.

The Trump administration expanded sanctions on Cuba by targeting five entities linked to finance, logistics, mining and steel production, along with a member of the Castro family, in a move aimed at restricting revenue streams supporting the Cuban government.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is working closely with Gulf allies to advance a peace framework with Iran. While noting progress following talks in Switzerland, he stressed that major issues remain unresolved and negotiations are still at an early stage.

Germany's railway network was brought to a standstill after a nationwide communications system failure halted train services, stranding thousands of passengers. Operator Deutsche Bahn restored services gradually after deploying emergency systems, while investigations into the cause of the outage continue.

The US Senate passed a war powers resolution requiring congressional approval for future military operations against Iran. The measure, backed by Democrats and some Republicans, reflects growing concern over President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict, though its practical impact may be limited.

NSA Ajit Doval said the opening of the Strait of Hormuz is a positive step for global energy security while addressing the BRICS NSAs conclave in New Delhi. He highlighted geopolitical uncertainties, disruptive technologies and the need for stronger multilateral cooperation

India opened the London leg of the FIH Pro League with a thrilling 4-3 win over Pakistan. Goals from Abhishek, Nilakanta Sharma, Sukhjeet Singh and Rajinder Singh helped India overcome a late fightback and climb to seventh place