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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Sign Historic Mecca Defense Pact
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have signed a landmark tripartite defense agreement in Mecca, signaling a major shift in regional security and a move away from Western reliance.
India and Sri Lanka Bolster Energy Ties in New Delhi Review
India and Sri Lanka reviewed critical power sector cooperation in New Delhi, focusing on the Sampur Solar Project and HVDC grid interconnection to bolster regional energy security.
Jharkhand Recruitment Row: Government and Students Enter Formal Talks
The Jharkhand government initiates formal dialogue with student leaders on Day 15 of protests over recruitment exam irregularities, as aspirants demand a CBI probe.
India Rejects Extension for Energy Drink Labeling Deadline
India’s food regulator, FSSAI, has denied a request from beverage giants to extend a 90-day deadline for removing "energy drink" labels from products failing to meet specific criteria.
Spain Imposes Border Checks on Italy Arrivals Amid Migration Row
Spain has introduced month-long border checks for arrivals from Italy, escalating a diplomatic dispute over migration surges and the suspension of Schengen area security protocols.
DRC Ebola Crisis: Confirmed Cases Surpass 4,000 Threshold
The Democratic Republic of Congo faces a critical escalation as Ebola cases top 4,000, with over 1,850 deaths and mounting fears over potential viral mutations.
India Set to Surpass $8.4B Divestment Target Amid LIC Windfall
New reports indicate the Indian government is on track to exceed its fiscal fundraising goals through state-firm stake sales, bolstered by a significant windfall from LIC.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Stage Impacts Moon: New Lunar Crater Confirmed
A four-ton SpaceX rocket stage has collided with the Moon at 5,400 mph, creating a new crater and providing researchers with rare "before and after" visual data.
Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz Deal Nears: Global Oil Impact
Tehran signals a finalized agreement with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could reshape global energy markets and ease maritime tensions.
India Successfully Test-Fires Agni-4 Missile in Odisha
India successfully test-fired the Agni-4 ballistic missile from Odisha today, August 7, 2026, a move that significantly strengthens the nation's strategic deterrence and defense profile.
Trump Ends Birthright Citizenship: New Orders Ban Birth Tourism
President Trump signs executive orders to restrict birthright citizenship and birth tourism, introducing strict visa screenings and deportation for violators as of August 7, 2026.
Jharkhand Recruitment Protest: Aspirants Enter 14th Day of Agitation
Jharkhand's recruitment crisis intensifies as JPSC and JSSC aspirants enter their 14th day of protest, with hunger strikes leading to hospitalizations and demands for a probe.