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Geopolitics

‘Pakistan don't have 190 strike-rate batters’: PSL coach’s candid admission

Times of India – World · India

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood defended Babar Azam, deeming it unfair to single him out for strike-rate issues in T20 cricket, arguing Pakistan lack…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh faces telecom shutdowns from West Asia fuel crisis

The Hindu – World · India

Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh said that continued telecom operations can no longer be sustained without the fuel needed to power operat…

Geopolitics

Russia arrests German woman in alleged bomb plot

The Hindu – World · India

Russia has arrested dozens of people throughout the four-year war, on allegations of working for Ukraine to carry out sabotage attacks

Geopolitics

Tired of political turmoil, Bulgarians give ex-President a convincing mandate for change

The Hindu – World · India

Boyko Borissov conceded defeat and congratulated the election winner ex-President Rumen Radev

Geopolitics

Asian financial bodies sound alert on Anthropic’s Mythos AI hacker

South China Morning Post – World · China

Regulators across Asia are stepping up scrutiny of cybersecurity risks in their financial systems, as concerns over Anthropic’s latest AI model Mythos spread. …

Geopolitics

Tsunami warning issued in Japan after magnitude-7.5 quake hits northeast

South China Morning Post – World · China

A tsunami warning was issued for northeast and northern Japan after an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 struck at 4.53pm on Monday. The epicentre of the quak…

Geopolitics

US military releases video of marines seizing Iranian ship

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video from the US military show an operation by its forces to seize an Iranian-flagged ship near the Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

Iran war: What is happening on day 52 of the US-Israeli conflict?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Islamabad talks in limbo as Iran says it will retaliate after US marines capture an Iranian ship near Strait of Hormuz.

Geopolitics

The Strokes highlight destroyed Gaza and Iran universities at Coachella

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US band The Strokes used their Coachella set to showcase the US-Israeli destruction of universities in Gaza and Iran.

Geopolitics

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising concern among MPs

The Guardian – World · Europe

Reviews website features pages praising unlicensed sites’ supposed qualities as if they were legitimate businessesTrustpilot, the reviews website that offers t…

Geopolitics

Eurosceptic Radev poised for majority in Bulgarian election – Europe live

The Guardian – World · Europe

Former president looks likely to take power following eighth election in five yearsThe latest results, after more than 91% of votes were counted, confirm that …

Geopolitics

US releases video said to show mission to capture Iranian ship

BBC News – World · Europe

The US has intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, Donald Trump has said.

Geopolitics

In Turkey, Middle Powers Ponder Diplomacy With a Rogue U.S.

The New York Times – World · US

The U.S. remains an essential player. The problem, one analyst said, is how to deal effectively with a power that is “indispensable, coercive and unpredictable…

Geopolitics

Iran War Live Updates: Oil Prices Rise as Iran Vows Retaliation for Cargo Ship Attack

The New York Times – World · US

Oil prices rose to $96 a barrel after the U.S. attacked and seized an Iranian cargo ship. President Trump said American negotiators were heading to Pakistan fo…

Geopolitics

Angry over 'no invite', politician damages cricket pitch with tractor — Watch

Times of India – World · India

A local politician, reportedly upset over not being invited to a cricket tournament's final, drove a tractor onto the pitch in Dharangaon, India, and vandalize…

Geopolitics

IPL: Will Rohit Sharma play vs GT today? MI coach drops big fitness update

Times of India – World · India

Mumbai Indians received a positive update on Rohit Sharma's fitness ahead of their IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans on Monday. Coach Paras Mhambrey confir…

Geopolitics

North Korea test-fires ballistic missiles with cluster warheads: What makes them so dangerous

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provides continuous global news coverage. • The tea…

Geopolitics

Fly91 flight to Hubballi diverted to Bengaluru amid bad weather; passengers seen in distress

Times of India – World · India

A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Bengaluru on Sunday due to adverse weather, causing anxiety among its 22 passengers. The aircraft cir…

Geopolitics

How Sanae Takaichi is redefining Japanese diplomacy with personal touches

South China Morning Post – World · China

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has been putting her own spin on omotenashi, the Japanese concept of hospitality, to build personal rapport with foreign…

Geopolitics

Japan to focus on lunar rover after US halts moon space station

South China Morning Post – World · China

A US move to freeze the Lunar Gateway orbiting space station could render Japan’s new technologies redundant – but its space agency is expected to be diplomati…

Geopolitics

After bill defeat, government counters Congress ‘false narrative’ with FAQs

Times of India – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Indian government released FAQs on a bill aimed at fast-tracking women's quota in local bodi…

Geopolitics

'Mai match chheen sakta hoon': Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's bold warning

Times of India – World · India

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is continuing his fiery form in IPL 2026, becoming Rajasthan Royals' highest run-getter with 246 runs in 6 matches…

Geopolitics

Muzarabani PSL ban: PCB admits ‘no contract’ but stands firm on punishment

Times of India – World · India

The Pakistan Cricket Board acknowledged no formal contract was sent to Blessing Muzarabani for the PSL but defended his two-year ban, citing a verbal agreement…

Geopolitics

U.S. military strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in Caribbean Sea

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. military says it’s launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea

Geopolitics

Why Hong Kong is hitting pause on basketball betting

South China Morning Post – World · China

Many Hongkongers would have been surprised last week that the government was postponing the introduction of basketball betting. It was only months ago that the…

Geopolitics

Protesters defy Berlin rain to call for end to global wars

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hundreds protested in Berlin against the US-Israeli aggression on Iran, and Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon.

Geopolitics

‘You gave clearance... ’: Hormuz distress call caught on tape

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The incident involved an Indian naval vessel that mistakenly entered Iranian waters. • The v…

Geopolitics

Rajnath Singh to visit Germany for defence cooperation; submarine deal talks likely

Times of India – World · India

I apologize, but the article provided does not contain any meaningful information. It appears to be a collection of random words and country names without any …

Tech & Startups

Palantir posts mini-manifesto denouncing inclusivity and ‘regressive’ cultures

TechCrunch · US

Palantir's ideological bent has come under more scrutiny as it's worked with ICE and positioned itself as a defender of "the West."

Geopolitics

UK police investigating Iran link to arson attacks on Jewish sites in London

South China Morning Post – World · China

UK police said on Sunday they are investigating whether a string of arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies, as the country’s c…

Geopolitics

Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, gunman fatally shot by police

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Louisiana community in shock as domestic violence incident leaves eight children dead and two others injured.

Geopolitics

Met Police investigate potential Iran links to London arson attacks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The latest attack at a Jewish site in the UK capital occurs at Kenton United Synagogue and causes minor damage.

Geopolitics

Israeli attacks on healthcare across Iran, Lebanon and Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli attacks on healthcare across Iran, Lebanon and Gaza

Geopolitics

Man City beat Arsenal 2-1, cut Premier League race to three points

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

City edge the Gunners, thanks to a second-half Haaland winner, in a heated top-of-the-table league game in Manchester.

Geopolitics

US mass shooting leaves 8 children dead in Louisiana

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A "domestic disturbance" in the US state of Louisiana has claimed the lives of eight children, including a 1-year-old, police have said.

Geopolitics

Starmer is facing his judgment day over Mandelson missteps

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ahead of a showdown with MPs, prime minister looks like a man who is not really in control in his own governmentKeir Starmer has spent much of the last 24 hour…

Geopolitics

Trump sends delegation to Pakistan for possible new round of Iran war talks

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tehran reportedly ‘yet to decide’ if it will enter discussions as US president repeats threat to raze Iran’s infrastructureMiddle East crisis – live updatesDon…

Geopolitics

Ukraine police chief resigns after officers allegedly fled deadly shooting

BBC News – World · Europe

Authorities say the officers have been suspended and an investigation into their actions is under way.

Geopolitics

British Counterterrorism Police Investigating Attacks Against Jewish Sites

The New York Times – World · US

The police say they are focusing on a shadowy Islamic group that may have links to Iran and which has claimed responsibility for several recent arson attacks.

Geopolitics

Pak says it will repay remaining $1.5 bn loan to UAE by April 23 amid IMF funding hopes

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan aims to repay the remaining $1.5 billion loan to the UAE by April 23, following a $2 billion repayment. This comes as the country anticipates a $1.2 b…

Geopolitics

IPL: Riyan Parag under fire as horror run continues with another flop vs KKR

Times of India – World · India

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag's batting struggles persisted in IPL 2026, as he managed only 12 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Across six matches, …

Geopolitics

Priyansh Arya & Connolly script history; break Gilchrist, Shaun Marsh's record to...

Times of India – World · India

This is the third 150-plus stand for Punjab Kings in the tournament. The highest remains the 206-run partnership between Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh against…

Geopolitics

Talks, threats, and turbulence: Trump sends team back to Pak as defiant Iran stares him down

Times of India – World · India

A US delegation heads to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iran, despite President Trump's escalating threats to cripple Iran's infrastructure if a deal isn't re…

Geopolitics

Zelenskyy slams oil sanctions relief for Russia

The Hindu – World · India

That is $10 billion -- a resource that is directly converted into new strikes against Ukraine, says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Geopolitics

Louisiana mass shooting: Eight of 10 victims are children, police say; suspect shot dead

The Hindu – World · India

Police said it was a result of “domestic disturbance”; children were between the ages of one and 14

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