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ISRO Satellite Data: Monsoon Clouds Envelop 95% of India
New ISRO satellite imagery reveals 95% of India is under monsoon cloud cover as the 2026 season intensifies despite Godzilla El Niño concerns.
India’s Exam Crisis: Can New Reforms Quiet Nationwide Protests?
India pushes for education reforms as protests over NEET-UG leaks intensify. PM Modi calls for a foolproof system while opposition demands resignations.
France Sets Precedent with Social Media Ban for Under-15s
France becomes the first European Union nation to pass a law banning social media for children under 15, signaling a new era of digital regulation for minors.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers Meet Amid South China Sea and Middle East Tensions
ASEAN Foreign Ministers gather in Manila to address South China Sea clashes and rising Middle East tensions, highlighted by a critical meeting between Rubio and Wang Yi.
Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods: Trade War Risks Rise
Donald Trump signals a sharp escalation in trade tensions by imposing a 50% tariff on Canadian imports, targeting autos and dairy while bypassing CUSMA rules.
Assam Flood Crisis: 21 Deaths in 24 Hours as Brahmaputra Rises
Assam faces a catastrophic flood crisis with 21 deaths in 24 hours. Over 5.6 lakh people are affected across 16 districts as the Brahmaputra breaches danger levels in 12 districts.
US Open to Iran Talks Despite 10th Round of Strikes, Says Marco Rubio
Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirms the US remains open to negotiations with Iran despite a 10th round of strikes and a widening energy crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
Shakira’s ‘Dai Dai’ Breaks World Cup Records with 800 Million Streams
Shakira and Burna Boy's 'Dai Dai' makes history as the first FIFA anthem to top the Billboard Global 200, reaching 800 million streams following the 2026 World Cup.
UPI Goes Global: India’s Digital Payment System In 12 Countries Now
India's UPI expands to 12 countries, processing ₹314 lakh crore in FY26. Explore how the Unified Payments Interface is transforming international digital finance.
India Approves QDENGA: First Dengue Vaccine Cleared for Ages 4 to 60
India's DCGI approves QDENGA, the nation's first dengue vaccine for individuals aged 4 to 60, marking a major milestone in tropical disease prevention.
Spain’s 2026 World Cup Triumph: Madrid Celebrates Global Glory
Spain secures a historic 2026 FIFA World Cup title, sparking massive celebrations in Madrid. From open-top bus parades to global tributes, the 'Kings of the World' return home.
West Bengal Mandates Bengali for All Official Work Starting September 1
Starting September 1, 2026, West Bengal will require Bengali for all official government communications, marking a major shift in the state's linguistic governance and administrative policy.