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India Approves $13.3 Billion for Semicon Mission 2.0 Expansion
India greenlights $13.3 billion (₹1.27 lakh crore) for Semicon Mission 2.0 to boost domestic chip manufacturing and establish itself as a global semiconductor hub.

US Lawmakers Propose 500% Tariffs on Russian Oil Importers
US Senate advances a bill proposing up to 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, placing India and China in the crosshairs of a major trade escalation.

Ukraine PM Yulia Svyrydenko Resigns in Zelensky-Ordered Reshuffle
Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko has resigned following a major government reshuffle ordered by President Zelensky. Analysis of the leadership transition in Kyiv.

India-EU Strategic Ties 'Advanced' Following High-Level Brussels Summit
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar meets EU leaders in Brussels to address West Asia, maritime security, and supply chain resilience in a major diplomatic push.

Trump Issues 50-Day Russia Ultimatum: New Missiles for Ukraine
President Trump gives Russia a 50-day ultimatum to reach a ceasefire, pledging new missile supplies for Ukraine and a NATO arms deal to increase pressure on Moscow.

US-Iran Conflict Escalates: Naval Blockade and Oil Price Surge
US reimposes naval blockade on Iran following ceasefire collapse and Jordan attacks, driving global oil prices to a one-month high of $86.79.

Spain Beats France 2-0 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final
Spain secures a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after a 2-0 victory over France, equalling Italy’s 37-match unbeaten record with goals from Oyarzabal and Porro.

India Beat England in 1st ODI: Axar and Gill Lead the Charge
India takes a 1-0 lead against England in the ODI series following a six-wicket win in Birmingham. Axar Patel makes history with a 4-wicket haul and a fifty.

China's Economic Growth Hits 4.3%: Slowest Pace Since 2022
China's economy grew at a 4.3% annual pace in Q2 2026, marking its slowest expansion in over three years despite a record-breaking export boom.

Sam Neill, Iconic Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders Star, Dies at 78
Veteran actor Sam Neill, famed for Jurassic Park and Peaky Blinders, has died at 78. Global media, including Indian outlets, pay tribute to his unforgettable cinematic legacy.

Indian Sailor Killed in Iranian Strike on UAE Tankers
One Indian sailor has been killed and several injured following Iranian missile strikes on UAE-linked oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz today, July 14, 2026.

Andy Burnham Set to Become UK Prime Minister After Securing Backing of 349 Labour MPs
Andy Burnham secures the backing of 349 Labour MPs, positioning him as the next UK Prime Minister amid market concerns over policy clarity.
