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Geopolitics

Watch: HL: Lucknow building fire: FIR cites illegal commercial use | Above the Fold | 23.06.2026

The Hindu – World · India

In this episode, we look at the devastating Lucknow building fire and the broader questions it raises about fire safety in India’s cities. We also examine the …

Geopolitics

Nepal court remands former Minister Bishnu Paudel to seven days in money laundering probe

The Hindu – World · India

He was arrested in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to a controversial businessman, who is currently in custody under a money laundering…

Geopolitics

Unconverted: Usha Vance stays firm on Hindu faith as JD Vance praises Pakistan

Times of India – World · India

Vice President JD Vance's recent praise for Pakistan has ruffled feathers within the MAGA base, drawing criticism from fellow Republicans. Simultaneously, his …

Geopolitics

U.S. and Iran’s Conflicting Claims on Nuclear Inspection Show Challenge Ahead

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump said that in the latest round of peace talks, Iran had agreed to full inspection of its nuclear sites. Iran’s government said it had not.

Geopolitics

Dozens of Awami League activists arrested in Bangladesh as party marks founding anniversary defying ban

The Hindu – World · India

Founded on June 23, 1949, when present-day Bangladesh was East Pakistan, the Awami League is the country's oldest political party and led the nation's 1971 Lib…

General

Erling Haaland powers Norway into the next round and keeps pace in Golden Boot race

NBC News – World · US

After tallying four goals in his first two World Cup games, the Manchester City striker is challenging Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé for the honor.

Geopolitics

Iran says UN watchdog will not be allowed to inspect bombed nuclear sites

The Hindu – World · India

We have not had a meeting with the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, nor do we have any plans for the agency to inspect Iran's nuclea…

Geopolitics

Bill seeking to ban horse carriages in New York city renamed after Indian teen killed in Central Park incident

The Hindu – World · India

New York City Council member Christopher Marte, who organised the event, announced that a bill introduced by him, named ‘Ryder's law’, which seeks to ban horse…

Startups

Startup news and updates: daily roundup (June 23, 2026)

Your Story · India

YourStory presents the daily news roundup from the Indian startup ecosystem and beyond. Here's the roundup for Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Geopolitics

Afghan Taliban to hold rare, closed-door talks with EU officials on deportations

The Hindu – World · India

Belgium issued 24-hour visas to the Taliban delegation, which includes New Zealand-born Abdul Qahar Balkhi, a spokesperson for the Taliban’s Foreign Ministry

Geopolitics

François Englert of Higgs boson fame passes away at 93

The Hindu – World · India

Englert is best known for his work in the early 1960s about how subatomic particles get their property of mass, for which he won the 2013 physics Nobel Prize a…

Geopolitics

Armed group in Nigeria kills at least 20 people; exchanges gunfire with police

The Hindu – World · India

“The attack occurred in the Kawel community located in the Bokkos area of Plateau State,” police spokesperson said in a statement

Geopolitics

Peter Higgs, who proposed existence of Higgs boson particle, has died at 94, university says

The Hindu – World · India

Higgs predicted the existence of a new particle — the so-called Higgs boson — in 1964

Geopolitics

Turkiye arrests over 200 before NATO summit

The Hindu – World · India

Of those held, 185 are suspected of membership in several far-left organisations designated as terrorist groups by Ankara

Geopolitics

Shooting at Northern California library kills 2; suspect in custody

The Hindu – World · India

The incident this evening was obviously very sad, traumatic for a lot of people; very traumatic for our community, said Billy Aldridge, the city's chief of pol…

Geopolitics

Trump allies defend him to Israelis anxious over Iran deal

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S.-Israeli relationship has been on a roller coaster, from the ​early confidence they shared after their joint attack on Iran to public disagreements bet…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE updates: New Lebanon-Israel talks to begin, in shadow of U.S.-Iran deal

The Hindu – World · India

Iran and the United States agreed on June 22 to set up communication lines to keep the vital shipping route open and end fighting in Lebanon

Geopolitics

Ronaldo, Portugal play Uzbekistan in World Cup: prediction and team news

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal face Uzbekistan in a must-win group match, as race for the knockouts intensifies.

Geopolitics

New China dog rental trend draws warnings of animal stress from frequent handler changes

South China Morning Post – World · China

A dog-rental platform has sparked both curiosity and concern as China’s urban pet economy takes an unexpected turn. Launched on social media in March, the mini…

Geopolitics

Iran chief negotiator says Hormuz will be administered by Tehran: state media

The Hindu – World · India

In a video posted to Mr. Ghalibaf's Telegram account, he said the talks at the luxury Swiss resort of Burgenstock produced "good achievements"

Geopolitics

'Foundation for a final deal': US hits pause on Iranian oil sanctions after nuclear push

Times of India – World · India

The US has temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil for 60 days, allowing its production and sale. This move follows Iran's agreement to permit UN nuclear i…

Geopolitics

Study shows 4,000-year battle of Eastern and Western genes in China’s heartland

South China Morning Post – World · China

Ningxia is a perfect example of how the East meets the West. Located in the northwest inland region of China, it is the intersection of the Eurasian steppe and…

Geopolitics

A rift in the U.S.-Israel special relationship

The Hindu – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • US Vice President J.D. Vance publicly criticized Israeli critics of the US-Iran memorandum of und…

Geopolitics

Ramiro Valdés Menéndez, Architect of Cuba’s Surveillance State, Dies at 94

The New York Times – World · US

Considered the country’s most powerful leader after the Castro brothers, he was the first director of the Interior Ministry, keeping a close eye on dissent.

Geopolitics

Vance says talks with Iranian officials set ’good foundation’ for a deal to end the war

The Hindu – World · India

Vice President JD Vance says his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a good foundation for a final deal to end the Iran war

Geopolitics

Political crisis deepens as Romanian lawmakers reject new government

The Hindu – World · India

The failed confidence vote against Mr. Vestea’s proposed cabinet is expected to deepen a period of instability and turmoil, as the country currently faces one …

Geopolitics

North Korea’s Kim says country will exercise its position as nuclear state, KCNA reports​​

The Hindu – World · India

Kim accused the U.S. and South Korea of making ​the security situation on the ‌Korean Peninsula more dangerous by steadily upgrading their combined nuclear pos…

Geopolitics

Israeli soldiers shoot dead two Palestinian teens in West Bank

The Hindu – World · India

One of ‌the three was wounded and two killed, the military said. WAFA said the third person was hospitalised in a stable condition

Geopolitics

Analysis: Why Keir Starmer resigned

The Hindu – World · India

Keir Starmer’s political fate was all but sealed when Labour’s ‘King of the North’, former mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham won a seat in Westminster …

Geopolitics

Watch: U.K. PM Keir Starmer resigns: What went wrong?

The Hindu – World · India

In this episode, we look at the resignation of U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid mounting political pressure, the deadly ammonia gas leak at a seafood proc…

Geopolitics

Watch: All about Abelardo De La Espriella, Colombia’s new President

The Hindu – World · India

Abelardo De La Espriella has won Colombia’s presidential election, defeating Senator Ivan Cepeda in a closely fought contest. His victory returns Colombia to t…

Geopolitics

Germany's pension plans draw praise and outrage

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A 30-point plan to reform Germany's pension system has drawn praise and criticism in almost equal measure. Centrist politicians have called it a good compromis…

Startups

Info Edge reveals its AI and deeptech bets, and stays honest about the early scorecard

Your Story · India

Info Edge has, for the first time, put a formal number on its bets in artificial intelligence and deeptech, revealing that it has deployed Rs 1,003 crore

Geopolitics

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say

The Hindu – World · India

Contact tracing remains a key issue for local authorities, who have only achieved a 55% coverage rate, the Congo’s Ministry of Health said

Geopolitics

Malaysia vows to strengthen rights of Bangladeshi workers during Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s visit

The Hindu – World · India

Speaking at a joint press conference with the Bangladeshi Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim described "human resources cooperation, particularly the workers" as "c…

Geopolitics

Maharashtra MLC polls results: Full list of winners as Mahayuti wins 16 of 17 seats

Times of India – World · India

The ruling Mahayuti alliance has achieved a significant triumph in the Maharashtra Legislative Council elections, securing 16 out of 17 declared seats. The BJP…

Geopolitics

First round of Iran-US talks in Switzerland: 5 key outcomes include Hormuz, Lebanon

Times of India – World · India

Iran and the US have achieved significant progress in high-level talks aimed at ending hostilities and reaching a political settlement. Key outcomes include a …

Tech & Startups

Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot dies in plane crash

TechCrunch · US

Claude Guillemot, who founded Ubisoft with his four brothers, has died at the age of 69.

Geopolitics

Bitter Historical Feud Threatens Ukraine-Poland Alliance

The New York Times – World · US

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine signed a decree honoring World War II partisan fighters that has inflamed tensions with Warsaw.

Geopolitics

Secret correspondence claims suggest tensions at top of Iranian government

The Guardian – World · Europe

Former negotiating team member gives shock interview claiming supreme leader’s instructions were not followedMiddle East crisis – live updatesA former member o…

Geopolitics

Colombians vote in Presidential runoff

The Hindu – World · India

Up to 41 million voters will choose between frontrunner Abelardo de la Espriella and his leftist rival Ivan Cepeda — the latest in a series of hyper-polarized …

Geopolitics

Why are European nations now moving to recognise Palestine? | Explained

The Hindu – World · India

Can the European Union coordinate a unified response to Palestine?

Tech & Startups

Interactive. Violent. Gross. Inside Fishtank, the Unhinged Future of Reality TV

Wired · Global

It’s like Big Brother without any limits, or broadcast standards. WIRED goes on location—and on camera—with the cult hit.

Geopolitics

Status quo at Jerusalem's holiest site under threat as Israeli nationalists flout rules

BBC News – World · Europe

Israeli nationalists are increasingly flouting a convention on how faiths share the al-Aqsa mosque compound.

Geopolitics

Congo Returns to World Cup in High Style After 52 Years Away

The New York Times – World · US

The soccer stars’ sharp black suits with leopard-print details are a nod to a long history of “sapeur” fashion.

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