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Geopolitics

In MP village, swear words invite Rs 500 fine

Times of India – World · India

In Madhya Pradesh's Burhanpur district, Borsar village has implemented a unique rule where swearing incurs a Rs 500 fine or an hour of street sweeping. This in…

Geopolitics

‘Gandhi mein aag lag rahi hai bhai’: Firefighters recall cash discovery at Justice Verma's house

Times of India – World · India

A fire at Justice Yashwant Varma's Delhi residence revealed partially burnt high-denomination currency notes, sparking a high-level judicial and governmental p…

Geopolitics

Virat Kohli's 'naagin dance' thrills crowd; fans respond in style - WATCH

Times of India – World · India

Rajasthan Royals secured a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Guwahati. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 78 off 26 balls and Dhruv Jurel's …

Geopolitics

US denies Iranian claim of agreeing to unfreeze assets amid talks

Times of India – World · India

The White House has denied reports of an agreement to release Iran's frozen $6 billion in foreign banks, a claim made by a senior Iranian source amid ongoing c…

Geopolitics

Iran's new Supreme Leader has severe and disfiguring wounds, sources say

The Hindu – World · India

Mojtaba Khamenei’s face was disfigured in the attack on the Supreme Leader’s compound in ​central Tehran and he suffered a significant injury to one or both le…

Geopolitics

The winners from China’s growing intercity football rivalries may surprise you

South China Morning Post – World · China

“I can’t wait to watch the game – it’s Lion’s Head Meatballs versus Hairy Crab!” Liu Jieling, a 42-year-old company executive from Suzhou, joked about a derby …

Geopolitics

Chelsea vs Manchester City: Premier League – team news, start, lineups

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Second-placed Manchester City travel to Chelsea as the Premier League title race approaches crunch time.

Geopolitics

Video: Vance arrives in Pakistan for talks with Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

US Vice President JD Vance has landed in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials on a deal to end the war on Iran.

Geopolitics

Israeli drone attack kills Palestinians near Gaza mosque

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

An Israeli drone attack near a mosque in central Gaza has killed at least 6 people.

Geopolitics

Watch: PM Modi, Rahul engage in candid talks during Jyotiba Phule tribute ceremony

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi shared a brief, candid conversation at a Parliament tribute ceremony for Mahatma Jyotiba Phu…

Geopolitics

US-Iran direct talks hours away, first since strikes began 6 weeks ago

South China Morning Post – World · China

A US delegation led by Vice-President J.D. Vance has arrived in Pakistan for peace talks aimed at reinforcing a fragile two-week ceasefire and ending hostiliti…

Geopolitics

China café sets ‘entry rules’ that ban littering, discarding black stockings, stealing tiny turtles

South China Morning Post – World · China

A coffee shop in eastern China has gone viral for its entry rules banning a range of bizarre misbehaviour, from discarding black stockings to stealing tiny tur…

Geopolitics

The war over Omagh’s gold: the £21bn mine plan tearing a community apart

The Guardian – World · Europe

On Monday, a public inquiry will reopen, nine years after the plan was proposed and a toxic local battle beganWhen Fidelma O’Kane retired more than a decade a…

Geopolitics

Iran Looks to Project Unity With Large Delegation to Peace Talks

The New York Times – World · US

At least 70 people are in the team that is scheduled to negotiate with the American side in Pakistan on Saturday.

Geopolitics

MAGAlomania: Melania denies Epstein ties as Trump trashes (Tucker and other) talking heads

Times of India – World · India

I apologize, but it seems like the article you provided is incomplete or not providing any substantial information. However, I can suggest what the article mig…

Geopolitics

After India's Shanti Bill, Gor says US ready to cooperate on civil nuclear, LPG exports

Times of India – World · India

India and the US are deepening their strategic partnership, with Ambassador Gor highlighting significant growth in defense cooperation, including boosted sales…

Geopolitics

Watch: Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad for high-stakes talks with US

Times of India – World · India

A high-level Iranian delegation arrived in Islamabad for crucial peace talks with the US, aiming to stabilize a fragile Middle East ceasefire. Iran has set pre…

Geopolitics

‘Decimated’ but not defeated: Iran still holds thousands of missiles, US intel warns

Times of India – World · India

Iran still possesses thousands of ballistic missiles and can rebuild its arsenal. US intelligence indicates many launchers were damaged but are recoverable. Wh…

Geopolitics

'Dear Vaibhav...' : Virat Kohli’s heartwarming message for Sooryavanshi

Times of India – World · India

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 78 off 26 balls powered Rajasthan Royals to a stunning chase against RCB in Guwahati. His innings, featuring …

Geopolitics

Prince Harry sued for defamation by charity he set up in Africa to honour his mother Princess Diana

The Hindu – World · India

The lawsuit puts the Duke of Sussex in an unaccustomed position as a defendant in the high court

Geopolitics

Reiterated demand for Hasina extradition with India: Bangladesh Foreign Minister Rahman

The Hindu – World · India

Bangladesh FM Khalilur Rahman says more meetings ahead of PM Tarique Rahman’s visit, outlooks regional cooperation amidst West Asia crisis

Startups

Inside Tekion’s pivot to an AI-native tech company

Your Story · India

Tekion, earlier a pureplay SaaS company, is pivoting to an AI-first organisation with all new products led by agentic AI.

Geopolitics

Artemis II astronauts return home from record-breaking moon mission

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Artemis II capsule and its four-member crew streaked through Earth’s ⁠atmosphere and safely splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday after nearly 10 da…

Geopolitics

Molotov attack on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home leads to arrest

South China Morning Post – World · China

⁠Police in the United States ⁠have arrested a man for allegedly ⁠throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home and for making threats outside the…

Geopolitics

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home targeted in Molotov cocktail attack

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Police said the suspect targeted Altman's San Francisco residence before dawn and fled the scene on foot.

Geopolitics

Israeli strike on government building kills Lebanese officers

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli air strike on a government building in southern Lebanon’s Nabatieh kills at least 13.

Geopolitics

RMIT drops misconduct case against student who accused university of being ‘complicit in Gaza genocide’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Exclusive: Move comes after Guardian Australia revealed Gemma Seymour was facing potential suspension over video criticising RMIT’s ties to weapons companiesRM…

Geopolitics

An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humour

BBC News – World · Europe

A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.

Geopolitics

Trump Is Racing to Redefine ‘America First’ in a Time of War

The New York Times – World · US

Washington has been debating the thrust of Mr. Trump’s foreign policy for more than a decade, with the only consensus being that “America First” means whatever…

Geopolitics

University of Ottawa Lockdown Lifted After a Man Is Arrested

The New York Times – World · US

The university locked down the campus for just under two hours on Friday after reports that a man was acting suspiciously nearby. Police would not say if he wa…

Geopolitics

World Leaders Push to Save Iran Talks Amid Israel’s Attacks in Lebanon

The New York Times – World · US

President Trump’s cease-fire with Iran appears at risk as Vice President JD Vance heads to Pakistan for discussions with Iranian officials.

Geopolitics

Rubio to visit in May, India may host Quad meet

Times of India – World · India

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit India next month, following a productive meeting with Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The discussions …

Geopolitics

'Entire trip was spectacular': Trump hails Artemis II crew, eyes Mars next

Times of India – World · India

Artemis II astronauts have successfully returned to Earth after a historic lunar flyby, setting a new distance record. President Trump lauded the crew's achiev…

Geopolitics

Drama in PSL over Usman Tariq's action: Batter walks away vs Pak spinner - Watch

Times of India – World · India

The New Zealand batter raised concerns about the long pause in Tariq’s action before release. Mitchell walked away twice during the over, before the umpires st…

Geopolitics

Bumrah or Hazlewood, doesn't matter: Sooryavanshi says 'play the ball, not bowler'

Times of India – World · India

Sooryavanshi scored 78 off 26 balls as Rajasthan Royals (RR) chased down Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) total of 201 with two overs remaining.

Geopolitics

Trump says U.S. will have Strait of Hormuz 'open fairly soon'

The Hindu – World · India

The ​blockade of the ‌strait by Tehran since the start of the Iran war has caused the worst disruption to global energy supplies in history

Geopolitics

Prince Harry sued for defamation by Sentebale charity he co-founded

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A spokesperson for Prince Harry said he "categorically" rejects the "offensive and damaging" libel claim.

Geopolitics

Islamabad on lockdown ahead of US-Iran talks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Islamabad has deployed more than 10,000 military and police personnel as US and Iranian delegations arrive.

Geopolitics

Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad for talks with US

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A senior Iranian delegation has arrived in Islamabad for talks with US officials.

Geopolitics

Gunmen kill at least four people at Afghanistan picnic spot

BBC News – World · Europe

Officials say attackers opened fire near the village of Deh Mehri in Herat.

Geopolitics

Facing Many Crises, Pakistan Tries to End a Big One — in Iran

The New York Times – World · US

A nation with a stalled economy, a terrorism problem and two hostile neighbors is set to host the first formal U.S.-Iranian talks since the war began.

Geopolitics

With U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Set to Begin, Prospects for Long-Term Deal Uncertain

The New York Times – World · US

As U.S. and Iranian leaders head to Pakistan for negotiations amid a two-week cease-fire, the two sides must resolve major differences on Lebanon, the Strait o…

Geopolitics

Navy pushes for desi systems for Russian-built MiG-29K fleet to boost aircraft carrier ops

Times of India – World · India

The Indian Navy is boosting self-reliance by inviting domestic firms to develop and manufacture critical subsystems for its Russian-built MiG-29K fighter jets.…

Geopolitics

Lebanon says first contact with Israel held ahead of U.S.-brokered talks

The Hindu – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Lebanon and Israel held a telephone call between their ambassadors in Washington, facilitat…

Geopolitics

US presses Iran as talks gear up in Pakistan under fragile ceasefire

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump on Friday pressed Iran to meet US demands, as Vice-President J.D. Vance travelled to Pakistan to lead high-stakes negotiations seen a…

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