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Liberia's Foreign Minister Arrives in New Delhi to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Liberia's Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti arrives in New Delhi for a two-day visit, holding key talks with EAM Jaishankar on bilateral cooperation and UNSC reforms.
Air India to Screen All Pilots for Substance Abuse After Turbulence Incident
Air India mandates drug screening for all pilots following an incident where a captain allegedly tested positive for cannabis after a turbulent flight.
Japan Floods: Record Rainfall Kills 4, Thousands Stranded at Narita Airport
Record-shattering rainfall hits eastern Japan, causing severe flooding, four deaths, and stranding thousands of travellers at Tokyo's Narita airport.
US Threatens Indefinite Naval Blockade of Iran as Talks Stall
Global crude oil markets steady and equity indices slip as the US threatens an indefinite naval blockade against Iran amidst stalled negotiations.
President Murmu Honours Over 100 Artists with Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards
President Droupadi Murmu confers the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and National Awards for 2024-25 on over 100 eminent artists.
Karnataka Bandh Over Cauvery Water Dispute Elicits Mixed Response
Karnataka faces mounting tensions over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute as a statewide bandh triggers mixed responses and protests before a withdrawal.
Parliament’s Monsoon Session Concludes After Turbulent Run
India's Parliament concludes its turbulent Monsoon Session amid intense political confrontation and legislative activity, ending after weeks of disruptions.
Haridwar's Post-Kanwar Waste Crisis Overwhelms City Infra
Following the Kanwar Yatra, Haridwar faces an overwhelming cleanup crisis with thousands of tonnes of trash and waste left behind by millions of pilgrims.
Parliament Passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026
Parliament passes the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing critical mining reforms that standardize major mineral rates and reshape Centre-state powers.
Taiwan Stages Strategic Anti-Blockade Military Drills Amid Growing Regional Tensions
Taiwan tests its defense readiness with joint naval and military police drills, clearing streets and securing vital routes as China ramps up maritime pressure.
Trump Claims US Has "Total Control" Over Strait of Hormuz Amid Iran Escalation
Donald Trump asserts total US control over the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a swift rebuttal and blockade declaration from Iran amid escalating tensions.
Libya's Zawiya Substation Attack Triggers Major Power Outage
An attack on the South Zawiya substation in Libya causes a major power outage, highlighting ongoing infrastructure vulnerabilities.