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Geopolitics

Video: Mamata loses her cool at hospital authorities with Abhishek on stretcher

Times of India – World · India

A video shows Mamata Banerjee confronting hospital officials in Kolkata, reportedly over her nephew Abhishek Banerjee's treatment after an alleged attack. BJP …

Geopolitics

Delhi delivery executive delivers vibrator, asks woman, ‘Why this? Use me instead’

Times of India – World · India

Customers are reporting disturbing encounters with delivery personnel who are revealing knowledge of their private purchases, particularly from quick commerce …

Geopolitics

Two brothers die in lightning strike while trekking to world’s highest Shiva temple

Times of India – World · India

Tragedy struck on the Chandrashila trek route near Tungnath. Two brothers from Lucknow were killed by a lightning strike. Their companions survived the severe …

Geopolitics

Israel captures strategic Lebanon castle in deepest incursion in 26 years

Times of India – World · India

Israeli troops have captured the strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest incursion in over 26 years. This territorial gain occurre…

Geopolitics

Rescuers free four more men from flooded Laos cave, two still missing

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Five of seven men who entered cave seeking gold are now out after being trapped for 10 days.

Geopolitics

22 killed as truck carrying refugees overturns in Afghanistan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

22 people have been killed and 36 others injured when a truck carrying recently returned Afghan refugees overturned

Geopolitics

Emotional scenes as more survivors pulled from flooded Laos cave

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Divers in Laos have rescued four more villagers trapped in a flooded cave. The first survivor was pulled out on Friday.

Geopolitics

What Hungary must do to receive EU funds frozen under Orban

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Prime Minister Peter Magyar and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a deal that could free up over €16 billion in EU funds for Hungary…

Geopolitics

Trump says he'll replace artists who backed out of concert with himself

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

US President Donald Trump called the artists who canceled on the 250th anniversary event "third rate," and said he would headline the event himself.

Geopolitics

Ecuador accused of meddling in Colombian election with tariff vow

BBC News – World · Europe

Ecuadorian leader Daniel Noboa offers to cancel tariffs after speaking to a right-wing presidential candidate ahead of Sunday's vote.

Geopolitics

As Trump Mulls Decision About Iran War Deal, a Restive Middle East Waits to Hear

The New York Times – World · US

The president has wavered on whether to move ahead with an agreement with Iran to end the war. On Friday, he vowed to make a “final determination” soon.

Geopolitics

Iran’s Team Trains in Limbo for World Cup Overshadowed by War

The New York Times – World · US

The Iranian soccer players, still awaiting visas to the U.S., are practicing in Turkey and making backup plans.

Geopolitics

'Thought it was a toy gun': Indian man in Canada unaware of friend's Bishnoi links

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers works tirelessly to bring global news and diverse p…

Geopolitics

NMC proposes 10-year time limit to complete MBBS

Times of India – World · India

Draft Amendment Retains Four-Attempt Cap In First Year

Geopolitics

Delhi: 9 rescued after 5-storey building collapses in Mehrauli; several still feared trapped

Times of India – World · India

A five-storey building near Saket Metro station in south Delhi collapsed Saturday evening, with several people feared trapped. A coaching institute operated on…

Geopolitics

Israeli soldiers share rare accounts from Gaza, describing ongoing killings despite the ceasefire

The Hindu – World · India

Since the ceasefire went into effect, more than 900 people have been killed in Gaza — dozens of those close to or over the yellow line, according to Gaza's Hea…

Geopolitics

Bus carrying young athletes crashes in Hungary, killing driver and injuring 23

The Hindu – World · India

There were 28 people on the bus including 19 youth competitors from the aerobics division of the nearby Pécs Sports School, as well as three coaches, six paren…

Geopolitics

How Curry Shops Got Caught in Japan’s Immigration Crackdown

The New York Times – World · US

Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, new visa rules are forcing some foreign business owners, who have put down roots in Japan, to leave.

Geopolitics

Rain havoc in Bengaluru: Man killed after wall crashes on auto

Times of India – World · India

A Bengaluru autorickshaw driver died tragically when a private club's compound wall collapsed on his parked vehicle during heavy rain and strong winds. Shivabo…

Geopolitics

Is Indus Treaty deadlock hurting Pak? Karachi reels under chronic water shortage

Times of India – World · India

Karachi faces a severe water crisis during peak summer, coinciding with Eid-ul-Adha. Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has accused the rulin…

Geopolitics

'If namaz on road wrong, ban all festivals': Owaisi points at 'double standard'

Times of India – World · India

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized what he termed a double standard regarding religious practices, stating that if offering namaz on roads is deemed wrong…

Geopolitics

'Differing opinions shouldn't shock': RSS leader on Cockroach Janata Party buzz

Times of India – World · India

RSS Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar downplayed concerns about the satirical "Cockroach Janata Party" (CJP), stating that open debate and differing views are norm…

Geopolitics

Ajith Kumar's mother Mohini Mani passes away

Times of India – World · India

Tamil cinema's beloved star Ajith Kumar is grappling with profound personal sorrow following the demise of his mother, Mohini Mani. She passed away in Chennai …

Geopolitics

'PM Modi supervised NEET paper leak': Rahul's big charge as Centre gears up for retest

Times of India – World · India

Rahul Gandhi sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi over the NEET UG paper leak, accusing him of personally supervising the exam's integrity. This follows the …

Tech & Startups

Physical Media Is Making a Comeback. The Next Console Generation Might Kill It

Wired · Global

Consoles with disc drives are the easiest way to enjoy all kinds of physical media, but that could end with the next-gen PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project …

Geopolitics

Rescuers find 6 more bodies after US paper mill disaster

South China Morning Post – World · China

US authorities have found six more bodies following a chemical leak at a paper plant in Washington state, an official said on Thursday, with three of a total 1…

Geopolitics

‘Illegal and void’: China condemns Japan-Philippines maritime border talks

South China Morning Post – World · China

China has condemned the launch of maritime boundary negotiations between Japan and the Philippines, calling the talks “completely illegal and void”. The protes…

Geopolitics

Chinese astronauts land safely in former top secret nuclear missile test site

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Shenzhou-21 astronauts returned to Earth on Friday after staying in Tiangong space station for more than 200 days, establishing the record for longest on-o…

Geopolitics

Russian rate of losses in Ukraine almost triples in one year

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Territorially, Russia is at a standstill in 2026, assessments of its ground war reveal.

Geopolitics

Washington state crews find body of another victim in paper mill explosion

The Guardian – World · Europe

Discovery brings death toll from chemical tank rupture in Longview to nine, with two workers still unaccounted forCrews on Friday recovered the remains of one …

Geopolitics

Lone children held at UK-run detention centres in France 284 times last year

The Guardian – World · Europe

Refugee charities say the numbers revealed in freedom of information data are ‘shocking’Lone children were held at UK-run detention centres in France on nearly…

Geopolitics

Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested

BBC News – World · Europe

Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.

Geopolitics

Ex-head monk of China's 'kung fu temple' jailed for embezzlement

BBC News – World · Europe

Shi Yongxin is sentenced to 24 years in prison for embezzlement and bribery.

Geopolitics

First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued

BBC News – World · Europe

The bedraggled man was led to safety by rescuers after nine days stranded in the cavern

Geopolitics

Iran’s Hard-Liners Try to Derail Potential Deal With the U.S.

The New York Times – World · US

A political fight is playing out in Iran, where the small but loud faction of hard-liners has used rallies, state media and private and public statements to tr…

Geopolitics

Kenya Arrests 8 Students After Fire at School Dorm Kills 16

The New York Times – World · US

The students could be charged next week, Kenya’s education minister said, after the blaze broke out on Thursday at a school run by Kenya’s police.

Geopolitics

Russia signs military pact with Taliban - How it can benefit India and unsettle Pakistan

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk is dedicated to providing latest news and diverse perspectives 24/7. • The team of jo…

Geopolitics

‘Have to tape his hand’: Gill’s hilarious reaction to Sai's hit-wicket dismissal

Times of India – World · India

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill spoke about Sai Sudharsan's unusual back-to-back hit-wicket dismissals. Despite this, Gill and Sudharsan's record partners…

Geopolitics

Twisha Sharma’s ashes immersed in Rishikesh; family recalls her deep bond with Ganga river

Times of India – World · India

Twisha Sharma's ashes were immersed in the Ganga at Rishikesh, a place she deeply cherished. Her family is determined to pursue justice in the high-profile Bho…

Geopolitics

The Rs 7 cr bargain vs the Rs 25 cr gamble: How Holder outshone IPL 2026's biggest buys

Times of India – World · India

IPL auctions are often won on perception in December, but the real story usually emerges months later. While franchises splashed massive sums on Cameron Green,…

Geopolitics

'Poison gas, wear mask, no water': Man dies by suicide, leaves poignant note behind

Times of India – World · India

A 42-year-old man, struggling with unemployment and financial distress, allegedly died by suicide in Gandhinagar. He left a note warning his family about poiso…

Geopolitics

CNG price hiked to Rs 86 per kg in Mumbai, piped gas to Rs 52 per unit

Times of India – World · India

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices have increased by Rs 2 per kg in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, taking the new rate to Rs 86 per kg. Piped cooking gas wil…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh saves buffalo named ‘Donald Trump’ from Eid sacrifice

The Hindu – World · India

The animal’s former owner earlier said his brother named the buffalo ‘Donald Trump’ because of its unusual blond hair resembling that of the U.S. President

Geopolitics

New UFO files offer no answers – but something is happening in the skies

The Hindu – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The US government has released a new trove of documents on "Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" (UAPs)…

Geopolitics

Students divided over Hong Kong principal’s resignation after Singapore clash

South China Morning Post – World · China

The resignation of a Hong Kong principal who swore at security guards during a school trip to Singapore has drawn mixed responses from students, with some sayi…

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