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Jeffrey Archer, Best-Selling British Author and Former Politician, Dies at 86
Bestselling British novelist and former Conservative politician Jeffrey Archer has passed away at the age of 86, leaving behind a major literary legacy.
Tehran Warns of a Stronger Response as Maritime Tensions Rise
As US-Iran talks hit an impasse, Tehran warns of a stronger military response against military action, while keeping diplomatic channels open.
S. Jaishankar Highlights Shifting World Order and Strategic Autonomy
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addresses shifting global power dynamics, stating the US is becoming a "lonelier power" as middle powers navigate a changing world order.
India-US Trade Deal Talks Reach a Plateau, Says Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that trade talks between India and the United States have reached a plateau, signaling difficulties ahead for further concessions.
Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan Convene in Riyadh for Mecca Pact Defense Talks
A strategic committee of the Mecca defense pact involving Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan meets in Riyadh to review regional tensions, the Yemen crisis, and wider developments.
Rajasthan Releases Great Indian Bustards in Major Conservation Push
In a historic conservation milestone, two captive-bred Great Indian Bustards have been released into the wild in Rajasthan.
West Bengal Set for UCC and Strict Laws Within Six Months
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announces plans to implement the Uniform Civil Code and tough laws targeting religious conversions and land issues within six months.
Supreme Court to Hear Pleas Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar Over SIR Decisions
The Supreme Court hears petitions challenging CEC Gyanesh Kumar over controversial voter roll decisions and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) row.
G7 Announces 100M Barrel Emergency Oil and Diesel Release
G7 nations agree to a coordinated 100-million-barrel emergency oil and diesel release to stabilize soaring global energy prices following US pressure.
Five Indian Seafarers Rescued After Projectile Strikes Tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Five Indian nationals have been safely rescued and brought ashore after a Kuwait-flagged oil tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.
Pargat Singh Appointed Punjab Congress Chief as Warring Resigns
The Congress has appointed hockey legend and MLA Pargat Singh as its new Punjab unit chief, succeeding Raja Warring ahead of the 2027 polls.
Gujarat Becomes Second State to Enact Uniform Civil Code After Presidential Assent
Gujarat officially becomes the second state in India after Uttarakhand to adopt the Uniform Civil Code following President Droupadi Murmu's assent to the legislation.