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Geopolitics

Oil shortage, price spike & more: How Hormuz blockade is hitting India and global markets

Times of India – World · India

Global markets are in turmoil following President Trump's announcement of a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. This move has sent crude oil prices soaring…

Geopolitics

'Mood favouring the BJP': PM Modi after interacting with party workers in Bengal

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in the BJP's growing support in West Bengal, citing feedback from party workers in Siliguri. He highlighted p…

Geopolitics

After slamming Pope, Trump posts AI image of himself as Jesus

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk is a team of journalists and writers who bring latest global news and diverse pers…

Geopolitics

Tai Po probe: knowledge of defects could’ve aided response, firefighter says

South China Morning Post – World · China

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. An independent commi…

Geopolitics

Congressman Eric Swalwell quits California governor race amid sexual misconduct claims

BBC News – World · Europe

Top Democratic allies intensified pressure on him to exit the gubernatorial race.

Geopolitics

U.S. Intelligence Shows China Taking a More Active Role in Iran War

The New York Times – World · US

China may have shipped missiles to Iran, and Beijing is allowing some companies to sell Tehran supplies that can be used in military production, American offic…

Geopolitics

Rajat Patidar equals Adam Gilchrist’s 17-year-old record with a blazing knock

Times of India – World · India

Rajat Patidar etched his name in IPL history, smashing a blistering 53 off 20 balls against Mumbai Indians. His half-century in just 17 deliveries equalled Ada…

Geopolitics

Bengaluru: 45-year-old woman stabbed to death by nephew, his associates

Times of India – World · India

A 45-year-old woman, Mageshwari, died after being stabbed by her nephew and his associates following a family dispute. The attack occurred when Mageshwari inte…

Geopolitics

'Weak on crime': Trump slams Pope Leo over 'enough of war' remark on Iran

Times of India – World · India

President Trump sharply criticized Pope Leo XIV, labeling him "weak on crime" and "terrible for foreign policy." Trump accused the pontiff of being soft on Ira…

Geopolitics

200 feared dead after Nigerian air strike hits market in northeast Yobe state

South China Morning Post – World · China

At least ⁠200 people are feared dead after Nigerian military planes struck a village market while pursuing Islamist militants in the northeast of the country o…

Geopolitics

Peru police and investigators visit election headquarters amid vote delays

South China Morning Post – World · China

Peruvian police and investigators have descended on the country’s election headquarters, investigating delays that prevented voting from taking place at pollin…

Geopolitics

Hungary’s Viktor Orban concedes defeat in parliamentary elections

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Hungary’s Viktor Orban has conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter Magyar after 16 years as prime minister.

Geopolitics

Australia news live: PM and Wong to visit Brunei and Malaysia to shore up fuel supply

The Guardian – World · Europe

Government seeks to secure Australia’s supply of diesel, fertiliser and other critical goods. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or …

Geopolitics

Strait to crisis: Trump orders Hormuz blockade after talks sink

Times of India – World · India

Trump has declared an immediate naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed diplomatic talks with Iran. Trump stated Iran's alleged "extortion" wou…

General

After collapse of U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan, the path to peace is less clear

NBC News – World · US

Vice President JD Vance and Iranian officials both said significant differences remain in the quest for a deal that could bring a more permanent end to the war…

Geopolitics

Cash-strapped Pakistan to receive $5bn from Saudi, Qatar as debt mounts

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan is set to receive $5 billion in financial support from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, easing pressure on its external position and foreign exchange reserves.…

Geopolitics

'Tactical drills & special skills': All about India, Uzbekistan joint exercise 'DUSTLIK'

Times of India – World · India

An Indian Army contingent has departed for the 7th edition of the India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise, "DUSTLIK," to be held in Uzbekistan. The exercise, …

Geopolitics

Donald Trump and Marco Rubio watch UFC fights in Miami as peace talks with Iran fail

The Guardian – World · Europe

President has long been a fan of mixed martial artsIvanka and Donald Trump Jr also at eventDonald Trump and US secretary of state Marco Rubio attended a UFC ev…

General

Cuba's president says 'we would die' to defend against U.S. invasion

NBC News – World · US

In an exclusive interview with NBC News, Miguel Díaz-Canel stressed the need for dialogue, but said Cuba is prepared to defend itself.

Geopolitics

The ‘Islamabad Peace Talks’ Are Over. What Now for Pakistan?

The New York Times – World · US

With the U.S. and Iranian delegations gone from Islamabad and the cease-fire uncertain, Pakistan faces its own economic and diplomatic challenges.

Geopolitics

380 Wang Fuk Court households seek second visit to collect belongings

South China Morning Post – World · China

About 380 households from Hong Kong’s fire-ravaged housing estate in Tai Po have expressed a desire for a second visit to their homes to retrieve belongings, a…

Geopolitics

What happened in 40 days of war on Iran

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Who got hit in the war on Iran? The attacks, the damage and the people caught in between.

Geopolitics

More than 500 people arrested at London rally for Palestine Action

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Protest organisers accuse UK government of complicity in Gaza genocide as arrests made at Trafalgar Square rally.

Geopolitics

Inside Tyre, a Lebanese City Bombarded by Israel

The New York Times – World · US

In Tyre, a city on Lebanon’s coast, near-daily bombardments by Israel have killed and injured civilians, and left many searching for shelter.

Geopolitics

'We need young jansevak': JD(U) workers pitch Nishant Kumar as ‘future CM’ in Bihar after Nitish’s exit

Times of India – World · India

Posters in Patna advocating for Nishant Kumar as Bihar's future Chief Minister have ignited political discussions following Nitish Kumar's move to the Rajya Sa…

Geopolitics

Calm in the chaos: Why are we going numb as the world burns?

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Representative AI image: The article does not contain a representative AI image. • Too much infor…

Geopolitics

How China’s fake Titanic sank like a stone – and became a symbol of local excess

South China Morning Post – World · China

When Su Shaojun launched an audacious plan to build a life-size replica of the Titanic, he felt he was on to a sure-fire winner. After all, James Cameron’s ico…

Geopolitics

Benin holds presidential election four months after failed coup

The Guardian – World · Europe

As president Patrice Talon steps down after a decade, the west African country’s finance minister is favourite to winThis Sunday, just four months after a fail…

Geopolitics

'We need real peace': Easter truce fails to lift grim mood in war-torn Ukraine

BBC News – World · Europe

Easter festivities are muted in Kharkiv as Ukrainians expect fighting to flare up again after a weekend truce.

Geopolitics

Assam earthquake: Magnitude 4.3 tremor hits Cachar district

Times of India – World · India

A magnitude 4.3 earthquake jolted Assam on Sunday morning at 09:21:58 IST. The tremor, originating at a depth of 5 km in Cachar district, had its epicentre at …

Geopolitics

19-year-old spurned man who 'killed' Andhra Pradesh girl tries to flee, shot in leg

Times of India – World · India

A 19-year-old accused in a minor girl's murder attempted to flee while being transferred by police. He attacked officers with a rod, injuring two constables. P…

Geopolitics

‘Dropped bag to set trap’: MP woman, lover held for husband’s murder disguised as robbery

Times of India – World · India

A Bhind woman, Ruby, is accused of orchestrating her husband's murder with her lover, Vishal Vimal, staging it as a robbery. Police uncovered the plot after Ru…

Geopolitics

Electronic firms seek PLI 2.0, eye 30–35% share in global mobile production by FY31

Times of India – World · India

India's electronics industry is seeking continued government support with a proposed PLI 2.0 scheme to boost mobile production and exports. Aiming to capture 3…

Geopolitics

Dhruvastra: India’s helicopter-launched ‘tank killer’ shaping next-gen battlefield doctrine

Times of India – World · India

India's self-reliance in advanced weaponry is bolstered by the induction-ready Dhruvastra, a helicopter-launched anti-tank missile. Developed by DRDO, this thi…

Geopolitics

Israel reprimands Spanish diplomat over detonation of Netanyahu effigy

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israel says it has reprimanded Spain’s top diplomat in Tel Aviv over the blowing up of an effigy of its Prime Minister.

Geopolitics

SIR: Dead woman on voters list but husband, son off in Bengal

Times of India – World · India

A 77-year-old woman, Mina Jalal, passed away before her name was cleared by the EC for voter registration, an irony as she had voted previously. Her husband an…

Geopolitics

Hyderabad advocate killed as tanker overturns on BMW

Times of India – World · India

A senior advocate from Hyderabad, B Srinivasa Rao, tragically died when a fly ash tanker overturned onto his car at the Keesara toll plaza. The tanker reported…

Geopolitics

Excessive demands vs best offer: What led to Iran-US ceasefire talks collapse

Times of India – World · India

High-stakes US-Iran talks in Islamabad concluded without a ceasefire or broader diplomatic framework after 21 hours. Key differences, particularly Iran's nucle…

Geopolitics

Sex assault claims against California governor hopeful Eric Swalwell under investigation

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Manhattan ⁠district attorney’s office confirmed ⁠on Saturday that it ⁠is investigating sexual assault allegations against US congressman Eric Swalwell, a C…

Geopolitics

Families gather to mourn victims of deadly shooting in Afghanistan

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Dozens of mourners in Afghanistan gathered to pray for victims of a shooting in Herat that killed at least 11 people.

Geopolitics

Tamil Nadu polls: DMK's Stalin targets 200 seats, attacks BJP’s ‘weaponised’ women’s quota pitch

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current and comprehensive news worldwide. • The team i…

Geopolitics

IPL: Samson's 115, Overton’s 4-fer help CSK beat DC for season's first win

Times of India – World · India

Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 115 powered Chennai Super Kings to their first IPL 2026 win, beating Delhi Capitals by 23 runs. He shared a 113-run stand with Ayush Mh…

Geopolitics

Hormuz mine clearance, 'some headway' on Lebanon: What we know so far on US-Iran talks

Times of India – World · India

The United States and Iran have commenced direct negotiations in Pakistan following a fragile ceasefire, marking a rare face-to-face engagement. Discussions ar…

Geopolitics

Mourners bid farewell to Lebanese state security personnel killed in Israeli strike

The Hindu – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Mourners gathered to pay their respects to three Lebanese state security personnel killed in…

Geopolitics

Colombia retaliates with 100% tariffs on Ecuador

The Hindu – World · India

The two countries have been engaged in a trade war for months, with Ecuador's right-wing President Daniel Noboa criticising his leftist counterpart Gustavo Pet…

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