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Geopolitics

Sukhoi Su-30MKI crash: IAF Pilot who died in tragedy had taken part in Operation Sindoor

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Team prioritizes excellence in journalism, ensurin…

Geopolitics

Counting begins in Nepal elections: Who are the key faces and what's at stake

Times of India – World · India

Nepal is holding crucial parliamentary elections following a youth-led uprising that ousted the previous government. Millions are voting in a bid to combat cor…

Geopolitics

ED searches multiple sites linked to Anil Ambani’s Reliance Power

Times of India – World · India

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Mumbai and Hyderabad linked to Reliance Power as part of a bank fraud and money launder…

Geopolitics

Britney Spears arrested in California on suspicion of drunk driving

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk employs seasoned journalists and writers to cover global events with diverse perspectives. - Focus on accuracy, depth, and timely reporting …

Geopolitics

'Kab tak chalega blackmail?' Cong slams Centre over US waiver allowing India to buy Russian oil

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team verifies and pre…

Geopolitics

Rahul takes 'compromised individual' dig at PM after US waiver on Russian oil

Times of India – World · India

Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi's foreign policy, calling the US waiver on Russian oil purchases a result of exploiting a "compromised individual." The Congres…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong court upholds limits on journalists’ instant access to car registry

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Hong Kong Journalists Association has lost its judicial challenge against the government’s decision to restrict reporters’ access to its vehicle registry, …

Geopolitics

'Khamenei's son is lightweight': Trump says US should have role in choosing next leader

Times of India – World · India

Amid escalating West Asian tensions and ongoing US-Israeli strikes, President Trump stated Iran is seeking a deal, but "a little bit late." He asserted that Op…

Geopolitics

Khamenei killing planned in November 2025? Inside Netanyahu's 'small forum' plot

Times of India – World · India

Israel's defence minister Katz revealed a plan to assassinate Ayatollah Khamenei was considered as early as November 2025, with the timeline accelerated due to…

Geopolitics

Two pilots killed after IAF Sukhoi Su-30 crashes in Assam’s Karbi Anglong

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7, delivering current, comprehensive news globally. Dedicated team ensures timely updates. - Committed to excellence, they gather…

Geopolitics

US gives India 30-day waiver to purchase Russian oil amid Middle East crisis

Times of India – World · India

The US has granted India a 30-day waiver to continue buying Russian oil, aiming to stabilize global energy markets amid Middle East tensions. This move allows …

Geopolitics

Trump ousts Kristi Noem as DHS secretary, taps Senator Markwayne Mullin as replacement

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers provides global news round the clock. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reporting …

Geopolitics

Savannah Guthrie plans return to NBC as search for missing mother continues

BBC News – World · Europe

The Today programme host visited her colleagues in the office on Thursday, nearly five weeks since her mother disappeared.

Geopolitics

US-Israel vs Iran: Conflict turns regional war on Day 6 - what has happened so far

Times of India – World · India

An intense and well-planned US-Israel operation targeting Iran on February 28 has plunged the Middle East into chaos. In response, Iran launched missile strike…

Geopolitics

Su-30 MKI fighter jet missing: Aircraft lost radar contact in Assam, IAF deploys team

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, a…

Geopolitics

'Responded to distress call': India on Iran ship sunk by US off Sri Lanka coast

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk delivers 24/7 news updates globally with dedicated journalists. - Committed to excellence, verifying breaking news and in-depth analysis. -…

Geopolitics

Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose resigns ahead of assembly polls

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and pres…

Geopolitics

Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and beyond: Tracking US strikes across the world since 2001

Times of India – World · India

Since 9/11, the US has engaged in extensive military actions across at least 10 countries, including full-scale wars and drone campaigns. These interventions, …

Geopolitics

‘Nirantar’ Nitish turns a new page, set for Rajya Sabha after decades as Bihar CM

Times of India – World · India

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is stepping down after leading the NDA to a significant victory, opting to move to the Rajya Sabha. This marks a major politi…

Geopolitics

'Conflict has reached our backyard': Rahul targets Centre after Iranian warship sunk in Indian Ocean

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with a dedicated team to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they verify and present breaki…

Geopolitics

‘Missile struck 4.5km away’: Techie shares real-time Middle East updates from Dubai

Times of India – World · India

A Zepto software developer, Kritika Kumari, was stranded in Dubai amidst escalating Middle East conflict. Facing canceled flights and missile strikes, she and …

Geopolitics

'Didn't start war, but we're finishing it': US releases video of first '100 hours' of war in Iran

Times of India – World · India

US Central Command released a video detailing the first 100 hours of Operation Epic Fury, a joint US-Israeli military campaign targeting Iran's security appara…

Geopolitics

‘No more nepotism, bootlicking’: Nepal votes a year after violent Gen Z protest; key things to know

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news with expertise and passion, covering diverse international events. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness…

Geopolitics

‘A day of hope, peace and unity’: Donald & Melania Trump extend Holi greetings

Times of India – World · India

US President Donald Trump extended warm greetings for Holi, recognizing the Hindu festival as a harbinger of spring and a symbol of good triumphing over evil. …

Geopolitics

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to head to Rajya Sabha

Times of India – World · India

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the schedule for the upcoming biennial elections to the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) to fill 37 seats a…

Geopolitics

Watch: Exact moment US strike hits Iranian ship, killing over 85

Times of India – World · India

An Iranian warship, the IRIS Dena, was sunk in the Indian Ocean by a US submarine torpedo, resulting in at least 85 Iranian sailors killed. The Pentagon confir…

Geopolitics

Day 5: US assets hit across Mid-East; Israel launches fresh strikes on Iran, Lebanon

Times of India – World · India

Intense fighting grips the Middle East as Iran and the US-Israeli alliance escalate conflict. Tehran faces sustained strikes on military and nuclear sites, ret…

Geopolitics

BLA says it executed 7 Pak soldiers captured during Operation Herof II

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with dedication, providing diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and …

Geopolitics

Russian shadow fleet LNG tanker sinks after 'sudden explosions' off Libya coast

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reporting internat…

Geopolitics

32 injured as submarine attack sinks Iranian ship off Sri Lanka coast

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news and diverse perspectives 24/7. - Prioritizes accuracy, depth, and timeliness in international reporting. - Aim…

Geopolitics

'Scary time': How stranded passengers in Dubai used cabs, cash and detours to flee

Times of India – World · India

Middle East air travel is severely disrupted following joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent missile attacks. Thousands are stranded, resorting to ov…

Geopolitics

Kuwaiti jets 'downed' 3 US F-15s: All you need to know about the F/A-18 Hornet

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk: Dedicated team of journalists working 24/7 to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence in journalism, verif…

Geopolitics

India sets up control room, issues helpline number amid Middle East crisis

Times of India – World · India

Amid escalating West Asia tensions, India's Ministry of External Affairs has established a special control room to assist its citizens residing in the region. …

Geopolitics

5 of Bengaluru family die after car rams stationary truck in Chittoor

Times of India – World · India

A tragic accident on the Palamaneru highway claimed the lives of five family members traveling from Bengaluru to Tirupati. Their car collided with a stationary…

Geopolitics

US military base, hotel in Iraq targeted; drone downed near Baghdad airport

Times of India – World · India

Erbil, Iraq, witnessed drone attacks on a US military base and a hotel Wednesday. Near Baghdad International Airport, another drone was intercepted, with no re…

Geopolitics

'Super pushy, followed us for 15 mins': Portuguese vlogger harassed in Mumbai

Times of India – World · India

Two men were arrested by Agripada police for allegedly stalking and harassing a foreign tourist near Dhobi Ghat in Mahalaxmi. The digital content creator from …

Geopolitics

Hotel, residential building hit: Israeli strikes kill 6 in Lebanon as Middle East crisis enters Day 5

Times of India – World · India

Israeli air strikes have targeted several areas in Lebanon, including towns south of Beirut and a residential building in Baalbek, resulting in civilian casual…

General

Journalist Jason Rezaian speaks on death of Ayatollah and future of Iran

NBC News – World · US

Jason Rezaian, a journalist who has faced injustice under the Iranian regime, spoke with NBC News’ Tom Llamas about the death of Iranian leader Ayatollah Khame…

Geopolitics

AI summit protest: Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu & others released from Tihar jail

Times of India – World · India

Indian Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib has been released from Tihar jail after being granted bail. He asserted that the Congress and its youth wing wi…

Geopolitics

'Not happy with UK either': Trump slams European nations, singles out Spain over Iran campaign

Times of India – World · India

US President Trump has sharply criticized European nations, particularly Spain, for their stance on the US-Israel military campaign against Iran. While Germany…

Geopolitics

Watch: Flames, black smoke rise near US Consulate in Dubai after drone strike

Times of India – World · India

Dubai authorities extinguished a fire near the US consulate following a drone strike. Emergency teams responded swiftly, and no injuries were reported. The UAE…

Geopolitics

Assam Assembly election: Congress releases first list of 42 candidates; fields Gaurav Gogoi in Jorhat

Times of India – World · India

The Congress party has unveiled its initial list of 42 candidates for the upcoming Assam Assembly elections, launching its campaign early. Key figures like Gau…

Geopolitics

58 flights set to fly out stranded Indians from Gulf region: Centre

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they gather, verify, and …

Geopolitics

US closes 3 Gulf embassies, urges Americans to leave Middle East; what's Trump planning?

Times of India – World · India

US embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have closed following drone attacks, with Americans urged to leave 14 Middle Eastern nations. President Trump signaled …

Geopolitics

'Too late!' Trump slams door on Iran outreach amid escalating US-Israeli offensive

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in…

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