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Geopolitics

'Critical' no more? Iran shares surprise video of Mojtaba Khamenei

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news with expertise and passion, covering diverse international events. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely re…

Geopolitics

Four killed in helicopter crash in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro

Times of India – World · India

- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defense, and legal/policy developments globally. - Focuses on electio…

Geopolitics

‘Gen Z is a force that can’t be ignored’: Dharmendra Pradhan days after resignation

Times of India – World · India

Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan acknowledged the immense potential of Gen Z, stating that grasping their hopes and dreams is essential for n…

Geopolitics

Four killed in helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro

The Hindu – World · India

The helicopter went down in Tijuca National Park, a mountainside forest with very dense vegetation

Geopolitics

‘Last time, we failed’: Masked men return to advocate’s house, loot over Rs 3 crore

Times of India – World · India

A brazen robbery took place when four masked intruders stormed the home of a senior advocate, threatening him with guns. They escaped with a substantial amount…

Geopolitics

CJP delegation reaches Ranchi to support students protesting JPSC, JSSC exams

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, verifying breaking news, …

Geopolitics

Arron Banks ‘hired private detective’ to look into journalist who investigated Reform UK

The Guardian – World · Europe

Asked whether he targeted reporter who investigated party finances, Brexit campaigner says: ‘When you live by the sword, you die by the sword’The prominent Re…

Geopolitics

Maharashtra RERA extends timelines for certain projects; here's why it matters

Times of India – World · India

In a significant move, Maharashtra's real estate regulator has granted an automatic extension of four months for project completions. Projects originally set t…

Geopolitics

California may fine influencers who hide political campaign payments

Times of India – World · India

- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, covering geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She has over three years of experie…

Geopolitics

How Jadumani Singh's risky weight change nearly derailed his CWG dream

Times of India – World · India

Jadumani Singh Mandengbam secured a silver medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. He overcame significant selection hurdles and a weight category ga…

Geopolitics

Patna erupts after fatal bus accident; mob torches vehicles, storms police post

Times of India – World · India

Tragedy struck in Patna's Chhoti Pahadi when a pedestrian lost their life due to a bus collision on NH-30. The community erupted in fury, setting the bus and m…

Geopolitics

Rain fury grips Delhi-NCR: Waterlogging cripples commute amid IMD's red alert

Times of India – World · India

Delhi and NCR experienced heavy rainfall on Friday morning. Waterlogging affected several areas, including Safdarjung Hospital and the airport. Traffic movemen…

Geopolitics

Jantar Mantar 'terror plot' row: Amritsar top cop shunted; BJP cries foul

Times of India – World · India

Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar’s sudden removal has taken many by surprise. Harmanbir Singh Gill, who is currently the DIG of Border Range…

Geopolitics

'Thudakkam' X review: Vismaya Mohanlal earns praise for debut

Times of India – World · India

Jude Anthany Joseph's film 'Thudakkam' has opened in theaters with significant curiosity. Vismaya Mohanlal's acting debut in a prominent role has drawn early v…

Geopolitics

Do you know who owns the media you watch?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Today, a total of 6 companies own 90% of the American media market.

Geopolitics

Journalists, rights bodies condemn curbs on media freedom in Pakistan

The Hindu – World · India

Under the new SoPs — Foreign Media Facilitation Guidelines 2026 — the journalists associated with foreign media will have to seek permission from the federal g…

Geopolitics

Govt tightens rules on AI content, cuts removal deadline from 36 hrs to 3

Times of India – World · India

- Trisha Mahajan is a journalist at The Times of India digital, covering business, corporate affairs, and global news. - She reports on key national, world d…

Geopolitics

Meta admits to 'serious issues' in talks with govt over CSAM, deepfakes & bots

Times of India – World · India

Meta's international team is in ongoing talks with Indian government representatives today, aiming to align with local laws and tackle content moderation chall…

Geopolitics

High-profile Indian journalist jailed for 10 years for raping colleague

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tarun Tejpal, ex-editor of Tehelka magazine, was initially acquitted in 2021 in case that drew nationwide attentionAn Indian court has sentenced a high-profile…

Geopolitics

On the frontlines: How Indian sailors are paying the price in Middle East war

Times of India – World · India

India's maritime workers are confronting unprecedented challenges as wartime conflicts reconfigure shipping routes into perilous zones. The recent loss of life…

Geopolitics

'Kya Bolti Public': CJP announces nationwide 'pressure campaign' from September

Times of India – World · India

The Cockroach Janata Party is stepping in as a public pressure group, primarily targeting pressing issues such as unemployment and education reform across the …

Geopolitics

Pakistan Starts Sweeping New Crackdown on Journalists

The New York Times – World · US

With a protest movement in Kashmir challenging its authority in the region, Pakistan restricts independent reporting by local and foreign media.

Geopolitics

'No explanation given': Kejriwal claims Meta restricted his account in India

Times of India – World · India

Arvind Kejriwal claims Meta restricted his account in India without explanation. He stated that verbal inquiries at Meta's India office yielded no reasons. E…

Geopolitics

Imran Khan's three years in jail spark protests across Pakistan; over 100 held

Times of India – World · India

- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, covering geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - Focuses on national and global deve…

Geopolitics

Video shows petrol bomb attack on Shakib Al Hasan’s home after Hasina presser

Times of India – World · India

- Subhadra Srivastava is a journalist at The Times of India, specializing in geopolitics, international, and national affairs. - She covers conflict, diploma…

Geopolitics

Watch: Indian cargo ship engulfed in flames & smoke after projectile strike off Yemen

Times of India – World · India

An Indian-flagged cargo vessel was struck by a projectile in Yemeni waters. The ship caught fire and sank off Yemen’s western coast near Hodeidah. All fourteen…

Geopolitics

Pakistan restricts international media reporting

BBC News – World · Europe

Anyone working for foreign media, including Pakistanis, will now need permission to report from anywhere outside three major cities.

Geopolitics

'Grave security threat': CJP's Saurav Das alleges media 'breaking into' his house

Times of India – World · India

The Cockroach Janta Party began as a satirical online response to a statement by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant but later developed into a broader youth-led…

Geopolitics

Southern Philippines jolted by powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with accuracy, depth, and timeliness. - Journalists provide round-the-clock updates on international affairs. …

Geopolitics

From free speech to religion and press - Trump admin violated rights in 75 rulings

Times of India – World · India

Federal judges have ruled against Donald Trump’s second-term administration in 75 First Amendment cases, finding that it infringed speech, religion and press f…

Geopolitics

Russian strikes on Kyiv kill 14 overnight; warehouses damaged in fires

Times of India – World · India

On Wednesday morning, Russian airstrikes tragically claimed the lives of fourteen individuals in Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. The city was under air raid alarms fo…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh Truth Seeker

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Amid political upheaval in Bangladesh, a journalist debunks fake news in a fight for his nation’s democratic future.

Geopolitics

J&K on high alert ahead of Article 370 anniversary 'Black Day' protests

Times of India – World · India

Security forces have increased vigilance across Jammu region ahead of planned protests. Political parties National Conference, PDP, and Congress will mark Aug…

Geopolitics

‘Hollow electoral exercise': India slams Pakistan over 'farce' PoK polls

Times of India – World · India

In a strong statement, the Ministry of External Affairs demanded action against cross-border terrorism, directly targeting groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba followin…

Geopolitics

Daphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspected corruption when killed, jury told

The Guardian – World · Europe

Journalist’s son says his mother was examining leak from Electrogas, part owned by Yorgen Fenech who is on trialDaphne Caruana Galizia was investigating suspec…

Geopolitics

Russian officials say 11 killed in Ukrainian strikes

The Hindu – World · India

The death toll from a drone attack on Russia's seaside village of Arkhipo-Osipovka rose to seven, with three children among them, the crisis task force for Rus…

Geopolitics

'Didn't abuse anyone': Influencer facing backlash over viral RAF video speaks out

Times of India – World · India

Content creator Shradha Singh faced online trolling and abuse after a protest video went viral. She stated she did not intend to mock anti-riot police personn…

Geopolitics

Watch: Clash erupts at Pappu Yadav's press meet; man carrying knife detained

Times of India – World · India

- Ayush Pandey is a journalist at The Times of India, covering breaking news, politics, defense, and legal policy developments globally. - His focus includes…

Geopolitics

'Ready to face death': Pappu Yadav unfazed by FIR over Ram Temple 'skit'

Times of India – World · India

Pappu Yadav remains defiant after police filed a case against him and other opposition leaders. The FIR stems from a Parliament skit which depicted alleged th…

Geopolitics

Iran media denies Trump claim that Tehran asked U.S. not to strike

The Hindu – World · India

On August 1, Donald Trump said the U.S. was “ready to go against the Islamic republic” but that Tehran and other West Asian countries had asked him to hold off…

Geopolitics

News In Frames: The long swim to Ceuta

The Hindu – World · India

- Over 50,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco via sea, with 57 deaths, marking the largest influx since 2021. Many used inner tubes and faced deadly c…

Geopolitics

Burnt-out vehicles, heavy security: PoK votes in second phase amid unrest

Times of India – World · India

- Priyanshi Rastogi is a journalist at The Times of India, covering national, international, and business news. - She specializes in political events, in-dep…

Geopolitics

Trump 'cancels' Iran strikes as rapid deal aims to reopen Hormuz, curb nuclear threat

Times of India – World · India

United States forces were prepared for military action against Iran. President Trump stated Iran and regional nations requested a halt to the planned attack. H…

Geopolitics

13 killed as tourist plane crashes near Peru's Nazca Lines

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with dedication, offering diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in delivering int…

Geopolitics

3 killed in Idaho shopping area shooting; gunman among dead

Times of India – World · India

Three people died and two were injured after a gunman opened fire. The shooter was also among the deceased, with authorities investigating the motive. The chao…

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