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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging discussions with Min Aung Hlaing on strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, connectivity, defence and border security. The talks come amid Myanmar's political transition and underline the strategic importance of India-Myanmar relations

Eight endangered crested ibises were released into the wild in Hakui, Japan, marking a conservation milestone after decades of extinction in the country. The birds, restored through breeding efforts supported by China, symbolize ecological recovery and regional hope after disasters

Tensions escalated between the United States and Iran after US forces struck Iranian radar and drone control sites following a drone downing incident. Iran retaliated, Kuwait intercepted incoming fire, and ongoing conflicts threaten regional stability and global energy routes

An Australian court heard allegations that Rayann El Houli supported Islamic State activities in Syria, attempted indoctrination, and recruitment. She has applied for bail while her defence claims she has renounced extremist ideology, with proceedings ongoing in Melbourne

The United States and Iran are revising a draft agreement aimed at ending their conflict, with both sides proposing amendments. President Donald Trump seeks stricter nuclear provisions, while Tehran insists on protecting national interests before approving any final deal

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said Egypt is helping facilitate a comprehensive US-Iran agreement through diplomatic contacts. Meanwhile, Donald Trump stated negotiations are progressing, stressing Iran must never obtain nuclear weapons while keeping military action as an alternative

Iran said it will revise the proposed memorandum of understanding with the United States after reviewing Washington's latest amendments. Tehran insists no deal is final without protecting Iranian rights, while negotiations continue over ending the conflict and securing mutually acceptable terms

Malaysia has begun enforcing a ban on social media accounts for children under 16, requiring platforms to verify users' ages and remove underage accounts. The move aims to improve online safety, though critics warn about privacy concerns and potential enforcement loopholes

Consul General of India in Shanghai, Pratik Mathur, inaugurated two curtain raiser events ahead of the 12th International Yoga Day, a yoga camp with East Asia’s largest blood donation programme and the East China Indian Community Badminton Competition.

India and Oman’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), signed in December 2025, comes into effect today, June 1, 2026. The deal expands opportunities in services and professional mobility, strengthening bilateral trade and economic ties.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf declared that Tehran will not approve any deal with the United States unless the rights of the Iranian people are secured, stressing mistrust in U.S. promises.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the capture of Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking a major advance into the Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki areas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the operation as a historic and symbolic victory.

Indian mountaineer Shradha Gupta has successfully summited Mount Everest (8,849m), marking the pinnacle of her rapid rise in high-altitude climbing. In just three years, Gupta has progressed from recreational hiking in Dubai to conquering the world’s highest peak.

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah sparked controversy in Parliament by claiming that Nepal has also encroached upon Indian territories, while discussing the long-standing border dispute over Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani.

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah said both Nepal and India have encroached on each other's territories and called for a diplomatic resolution of border disputes. His remarks sparked criticism from opposition leaders and former diplomats in Nepal

Updated American Cancer Society guidelines for colorectal cancer screening add at-home stool tests and blood-based options alongside colonoscopy. Screening remains recommended from age 45 to 75, aiming to improve access, early detection, and prevention amid rising cases in younger adults

India and the United States will begin four-day negotiations from June 1 to finalise an interim trade agreement under the broader bilateral trade framework. Talks will focus on market access, tariffs, investment rules, and economic security alignment

India and Oman will implement their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement from June 1, granting wider market access and boosting trade, services, and investments. The pact is expected to strengthen India's presence in the Gulf region while benefiting key export sectors

Indian and Canadian officials expressed confidence that negotiations on the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement could conclude this year. Discussions at a Regina summit highlighted renewed bilateral engagement, trade expansion goals, and efforts to reset ties after diplomatic tensions stalled talks

Heavy rains threaten to delay the search for two missing villagers in a flooded Laos cave. An international rescue team successfully saved five others trapped for over a week, but rising water levels are currently blocking divers from searching deeper chambers.

President Trump said the US is close to a nuclear deal with Iran, insisting Tehran must never obtain or purchase nuclear weapons. He warned military action remains possible, linking agreement success to reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions

US CENTCOM disabled Gambia-flagged vessel M/V Lian Star with a Hellfire missile after ignoring warnings under Trump’s blockade. Five ships disabled, 116 redirected, costing Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue. USS Spruance earlier intercepted Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska

Iran’s IRGC shot down US MQ-1 and MQ-9 drones, fired at a fighter jet, and vowed retaliation. The US launched self-defence strikes on Iranian sites, while explosions near Bandar Abbas intensified Strait of Hormuz tensions amid nuclear program concerns

Anastasia Potapova upset defending champion Coco Gauff in Paris, while Naomi Osaka advanced in style to face Aryna Sabalenka. Berrettini endured a five-hour battle as French Open drama unfolded across courts