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Geopolitics

Watch: Mumbai rains kill over 10; Opposition questions govt.’s response | Above the Fold | 06.07.2026

The Hindu – World · India

Mumbai continues to reel under heavy rainfall as flooding and transport disruptions affect daily life. In this episode, we bring you the latest on the city’s r…

Geopolitics

China test-launches ballistic missile from a submarine in the South Pacific

The Hindu – World · India

On July 6 China carried out long-rage ballistic missile tests in the South Pacific

Geopolitics

Visit to Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand will further strengthen India's Act East Policy: PM

The Hindu – World · India

‘My visit to Indonesia and Australia in the Eastern and Southern Indian Ocean, respectively, followed by New Zealand, will further strengthen India's Act East …

General

Supreme leader’s coffin creeps through crowds in Tehran as Trump effigy is hanged

NBC News – World · US

Authorities have shut down streets, airspace and daily life for the mourning, which began Saturday and will end Thursday as Khamenei, 86, is buried at the Imam…

Geopolitics

Andy Burnham, the UK’s Likely Next Prime Minister, Made His Name in Manchester. Here’s How.

The New York Times – World · US

Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years. His time there came to define his identity — and his pitch to lead Britain.

Geopolitics

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Funeral Highlights: Millions attend Khamenei’s funeral procession as it gets under way in Tehran

Indian Express – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Millions of Iranians gathered for the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamene…

Geopolitics

Ukrainian capital Kyiv under missile attack, officials say

The Hindu – World · India

Reuters witnesses reported ‌a series of ‌explosions ⁠in and around the ⁠capital and said air defences were also in ​action against Russian ‌drones

Geopolitics

Mexico vs England LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – last 16

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Live coverage and text updates from the delayed start ahead from our commentary stream of Mexico vs England.

Geopolitics

Syama Prasad Mookerjee devoted his life to India's unity and progress: PM Modi

Times of India – World · India

Remembering Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, this tribute highlights his unwavering commitment to India's unity and selfless service.…

Geopolitics

China, Russia to hold joint naval drills

The Hindu – World · India

The Russian Pacific Fleet said in a statement that the exercises will take place from July 6 to 13 in the Yellow Sea, the body of water separating China from t…

Geopolitics

U.K.'s Farage referred to standards watchdog after new report of undeclared benefits

The Hindu – World · India

Mr. Farage’s spokesperson said ⁠the story was “baseless and contrived”

Geopolitics

Exhausted by Iran War, Tehran Transforms for Khamenei’s Funeral

The New York Times – World · US

Throughout the capital, the government is using Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral to project strength at a time of great uncertainty for Iran.

Geopolitics

Iran seeks to tighten control over strait of Hormuz alongside Khamenei funeral

The Guardian – World · Europe

IRGC warnings force ships to turn back as Tehran uses passages from Qur’an to send messages to Gulf delegationsThe diplomatic and military contest for control …

Geopolitics

Rights organisation files ‘war crimes’ complaint with India against Israeli soldier spotted along ‘hummus trail’

The Hindu – World · India

Though Eitan Gilboa has now fled India, he was traced by pro-Palestinian activists and the HRF in Old Manali and Gondla Village of Himachal Pradesh, which are …

Geopolitics

MoS External Affairs to lead Indian delegation at UN Dialogue on AI governance

The Hindu – World · India

The dialogue will help to build capacities, especially in developing countries, to direct the AI systems towards the pursuit of sustainable development, says M…

Geopolitics

Far From Kyiv and Moscow, Soldiers Stalk Ruins and Evade Drones on the Front

The New York Times – World · US

Ukraine’s military has denied a Kremlin claim to have taken a city in the eastern Donetsk region, saying its troops are holding out against infiltrating Russia…

Geopolitics

Baptism record at Manchester Cathedral offers insight into Black Mancunian life in Georgian-era England

The Guardian – World · Europe

A parish entry reveals an argument that proved pivotal to the abolitionist cause, at a time when an estimated 20,000 Black people were living in the countryWhe…

Geopolitics

Iran envoy says friendly nations to get ‘special’ Hormuz fee treatment

The Hindu – World · India

Iranian Ambassador Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli told the World Peace Forum in Beijing that his country was working in “collaboration and cooperation” with Oman on “…

Geopolitics

Native Americans Resisting ICE

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A Native American lawyer confronts ICE as he channels generational resistance into a fight for justice in the US.

Geopolitics

Rebel Catholics Defy Vatican’s Calls to Return to Mainstream Church

The New York Times – World · US

The Vatican has excommunicated the priesthood of a rebel Catholic faction. Many of the priests’ followers have refused to renounce them.

Geopolitics

Who is eligible for Delhi’s slum rehabilitation that will help 20 lakh people

Times of India – World · India

Delhi's innovative Slum and JJ Cluster Rehabilitation and Relocation Policy, 2026, aims to transform the lives of approximately 20 lakh residents by providing …

Geopolitics

Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai passes away at 70; tributes pour in for Pandavani legend

Times of India – World · India

India mourns the loss of Padma Vibhushan Teejan Bai, a legendary Pandavani artist, who passed away at 69 after a prolonged illness. Hospitalized for breathing …

Geopolitics

Severe weather disrupts US’s 250th celebrations

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

President Trump describes milestone as 'one of the most joyous and glorious' in US's history in campaign style speech.

Geopolitics

Australia news live: Tehan criticises Labor for rising electricity bills as Bowen points to Coalition ‘hypocrisy’; suspected space debris washes up near Townsville

The Guardian – World · Europe

Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Australian Space Agency has confirmed that “suspected space debris” th…

Startups

Platforms, segmentation, AI: Test your business creativity with Edition 239 of our weekly quiz!

Your Story · India

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 239th quiz. Ready?

Geopolitics

West Asia War LIVE: Prayers to be offered for Iran's Khamenei on day two of funeral ceremonies

The Hindu – World · India

Sunday has been declared a public holiday for the entire country, and in the evening, Khamenei's body will leave the Grand Mosalla complex

Geopolitics

Xi says ready to work with Kim for 'long-term, sound and stable' China-North Korea ties

Times of India – World · India

Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed readiness to work with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to foster long-term, stable bilateral ties. This comes amid e…

Geopolitics

Aung San Suu Kyi | A symbol of resistance

The Hindu – World · India

The junta, which has made some territorial gains in the civil war and held a farcical election to legitimise its coup, seeks international recognition, but it …

Tech & Startups

New Google commercial imagines a Declaration of Independence written with help from AI

TechCrunch · US

Two hundred and fifty years after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, a new commercial asks: What if the Founding Fathers had access to Google Work…

Geopolitics

The Funeral of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei

The New York Times – World · US

Iran’s new leaders are commemorating Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed on the first day of the U.S.-Israeli war against the country, with a funeral unlike any oth…

Geopolitics

Why tanks still matter in modern warfare

The Hindu – World · India

Drones, missiles and precision-guided weapons have transformed the modern battlefield, but military experts argue they cannot achieve the ultimate objective of…

Geopolitics

A window into how China sees a world in disorder

The Hindu – World · India

At Beijing’s annual foreign policy conclave, Chinese experts see a new world order marked by a decline in U.S. credibility and emerging technology conflicts, e…

Geopolitics

Zelenskyy denies Russian capture of key eastern city Kostiantynivka

The Hindu – World · India

The General Staff also said Kostiantynivka remained under the control of Ukrainian ⁠forces

Tech & Startups

What is Mistral AI? Everything to know about the OpenAI competitor

TechCrunch · US

Mistral AI, which offers some open source AI models, has raised significant funding since its creation in 2023, with the ambition to “put frontier AI in the ha…

Geopolitics

Iran promotes message of continuity and revenge at Khamenei commemoration

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran will be shut down on Sunday and Monday to encourage more mourners to join funeral procession.

Geopolitics

USA@250: The United States of Anxiety - debt, divide and Donald Trump

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • President Donald Trump claimed the US is now "the hottest country" due to its economic growth and…

Geopolitics

The funeral comes amid fraught, sluggish U.S.-Iran peace talks.

The New York Times – World · US

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Iranians gathered in huge crowds to view the casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was kille…

Geopolitics

Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants as he visits gateway island

BBC News – World · Europe

The pontiff pays tribute to migrants who lost their lives at sea at a cemetery on the Italian island of Lampedusa.

Geopolitics

Happy Birthday to Us

The New York Times – World · US

A forgotten founder. A tour of Revolutionary taverns. But first, a royal wedding.

Geopolitics

U.S. Fourth of July celebrations: Dangerous heat wave forces cancellation of Independence Day parade in Washington

The Hindu – World · India

Around 160 million Americans were under either major or extreme heat warnings as the country prepared to mark the 250th anniversary of its independence, accord…

Geopolitics

India news: Government lists 23 Pakistanis as 'terrorists'

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Indian government has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as "terrorists" under its anti-terror law. Follow DW for more.

Geopolitics

In Rwanda, July 4 Is Liberation Day From Genocide

The New York Times – World · US

The Central African nation remembers the end of a murderous campaign against ethnic Tutsis that killed hundreds of thousands of people.

Geopolitics

'Wedding that would never happen': Siya Goyal's 'Snapchat message' to friend goes viral

Times of India – World · India

A viral Snapchat screenshot allegedly shows Siya Goyal requesting Aadhaar card details for non-existent wedding tickets, days after she and Chetan Chaudhary we…

Geopolitics

Funeral Procession for Khamenei Will Visit 5 Cities in Iran and Iraq

The New York Times – World · US

After lying in state in Tehran, Mr. Khamenei’s body will be taken to some of the holiest sites in Shiite Islam during a four-day procession that is expected to…

Geopolitics

Thousands gather in Iran as Khamenei funeral ceremonies begin

South China Morning Post – World · China

Funeral ceremonies for Iran’s late supreme leader Ali Khamenei officially began on Saturday, state television reported, an event drawing thousands and intended…

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