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US Military Strikes Iranian Targets: Bandar Abbas and Greater Tunb Hit
US Central Command confirms completion of a fresh wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, including Bandar Abbas, amid reports of regional retaliation.
PM Modi Hails India-UK CETA as a Landmark Economic Milestone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes the implementation of the India-UK CETA, highlighting its potential to boost farmers, MSMEs, and skilled professionals in a new era of trade.
IIT Madras Develops ANCHOR Brain Atlas: A Breakthrough in Human Brain Mapping
Exploring how IIT Madras' ANCHOR Brain Atlas is advancing human brain mapping with a 3D brainstem atlas, building on DHARANI to strengthen neuroscience research.
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.