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Geopolitics

Afghanistan vs Pakistan: How the two militaries compare amid ‘open war’ declaration

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan and Afghanistan are locked in an escalating conflict following cross-border strikes. Pakistan's defence minister declared an "open war," citing the wo…

Geopolitics

US military shoots down govt drone in Texas, leading to flight disruption

Times of India – World · India

In a joint statement, the Pentagon, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and CBP confirmed that the military used a "counter-unmanned aircraft system ... …

Geopolitics

'You need to kill me to stop me': Kejriwal's all-out attack against PM Modi, Shah

Times of India – World · India

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

Geopolitics

Excise case: CBI moves Delhi HC to challenge lower court order discharging Kejriwal

Times of India – World · India

The case originated from allegations surrounding the now-withdrawn Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 introduced by the Aam Aadmi Party government. The CBI had allege…

Geopolitics

Labour Pain: Why Green win is UK bypolls is a major red flag of Keir Starmer

Times of India – World · India

The numbers alone capture the scale of Labour’s collapse. The Greens secured 14,980 votes, representing 40.7 percent of the electorate. Reform UK came second w…

Geopolitics

Allahabad HC stays arrest of Swami Avimukteshwaranand in POCSO case

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Journalists prioritize excellence, verifying breaking news and in-depth an…

Geopolitics

Watch: Teary Kejriwal's emotional moment with wife Sunita & kids

Times of India – World · India

A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the liquor excise policy case, refusing to take cognisance of the CBI chargesheet. The court fou…

Geopolitics

'No overarching conspiracy or criminal intent': Why court cleared Kejriwal, Sisodia in excise case

Times of India – World · India

A Delhi court discharged Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the excise policy case, citing a lack of cogent evidence and no prima facie case. Th…

Geopolitics

Pizzagate and leaked photos: Hillary Clinton faces tough questions over Epstein files

Times of India – World · India

Hillary Clinton testified for over six hours before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, denying any knowledge of the…

Geopolitics

'I am kattar imaandaar': Kejriwal breaks down after clean chit in liquor policy case

Times of India – World · India

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia have been acquitted of all charges. The Rouse Avenue court delivered the verdict in t…

Geopolitics

Dalit family attacked for playing loud music after namaz in UP; 12 held

Times of India – World · India

Twelve individuals were apprehended in Bulandshahr for allegedly assaulting a Dalit family during a naming ceremony. The dispute reportedly erupted over loud m…

Geopolitics

Table No 8 and a 'first date': Israel PM Netanyahu recalls India link behind love story with wife Sara

Times of India – World · India

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed a personal connection to India during a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He shared …

Geopolitics

IYC protest: Himachal Pradesh-Delhi Police standoff drags on till dawn

Times of India – World · India

A dramatic police standoff unfolded between Delhi and Himachal Pradesh forces over the arrest of three Youth Congress workers following a protest. The Delhi-Ha…

Geopolitics

Megyn Kelly responds to rumor over Candace Owens’ Bride of Charlie series

Times of India – World · India

Megyn Kelly strongly denied rumors that she helped Candace Owens produce the Bride of Charlie series about Erika Kirk. After an X user claimed she screened the…

Geopolitics

Watch: Pakistan releases video of overnight airstrikes on Kabul

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team provides timely, diverse global news with a focus on international affairs and interconnected stories. - Committed to accuracy, depth…

Geopolitics

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's wedding photos leave fans in awe

Times of India – World · India

Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's intimate Udaipur wedding has captivated fans, with photos drawing striking comparisons to mythological epics. …

Geopolitics

Journalists demand Israel end Gaza entry ban

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Foreign Press Association of Israel and the Palestinian Territories is demanding Israel let journalists into Gaza.

Geopolitics

'Please help': Columbia student Ellie Aghayeva arrested by agents who 'lied' to gain entry to dorm

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events with dedication. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timely reporting on int…

Geopolitics

Protests at JNU escalate, over 50 students held amid heavy police deployment

Times of India – World · India

- TOI City Desk is a dedicated team of journalists covering urban news across India, providing real-time updates on cities' evolving landscapes. - Focus area…

Geopolitics

Inside Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding album

Times of India – World · India

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding photos are finally here, and they do far more than capture a ceremony. The images tell a story — one of frien…

Geopolitics

Fact check: How to cut through Epstein files disinformation

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

As soon as millions of court documents linked to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were released, social media filled with viral screenshots and explosive cla…

Geopolitics

Trouble for Chidambaram: ED gets prosecution sanction in 2 money laundering cases

Times of India – World · India

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a prosecution sanction order against former Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering cas…

Geopolitics

'Hate speech' case: Gauhati HC issues notice to CM Himanta Sarma

Times of India – World · India

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

Geopolitics

Beyond Netflix and Narcos: The real story of drug cartels ruling over Mexico

Times of India – World · India

The death of El Mencho did not end cartel power; it exposed how deeply entrenched it has become. This piece examines the real history behind the Netflix mythol…

Geopolitics

New challenge: ‘Make in India’ gets a pushback from US, China

Times of India – World · India

Central to the disputes is India’s production-linked incentive programme, launched by the Modi government in 2020 with the aim of strengthening domestic manufa…

Geopolitics

Hundreds of film-makers back Berlinale director in row over winners’ Gaza comments

The Guardian – World · Europe

Tilda Swinton among those to sign petition supporting Tricia Tuttle, who reportedly faces sack after pro-Palestine speeches at galaProminent directors and acto…

Geopolitics

'Tear gas, torched vehicles': 2000 L&T workers protesting over wages clash with cops

Times of India – World · India

Over 2,000 L&T contract workers protested at AM/NS India's Hajira plant demanding higher wages and better conditions. The demonstration turned violent, lea…

Geopolitics

Watch: IAF offers first glimpse of S-400 air defence system in action

Times of India – World · India

The Indian Air Force has successfully completed its full dress rehearsal for Vayushakti-26 at Pokhran, validating all operational parameters. The exercise, set…

Geopolitics

'Priyanka wasn't talking to me': Rahul on how Wayanad helped end sibling tiff - watch

Times of India – World · India

Rahul Gandhi shared a light-hearted anecdote about resolving a sibling dispute with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, attributing Wayanad's "magic" to their re…

Geopolitics

Sunetra Pawar elected NCP national president

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk features a dedicated team working around the clock to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team gathe…

Geopolitics

'No undercover work!' PM Modi meets Fauda star cast on Israel visit, posts selfie

Times of India – World · India

PM Modi's meeting with the star cast comes as various stakeholders in the Indian and Israeli entertainment industries have been seeking collaborative projects …

Geopolitics

'Nuke rhetoric won't save Pak next time': Army vows 'decisive victory' in future conflict

Times of India – World · India

India's Western Army Commander, Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, declared the army is fully prepared for future conflicts and undeterred by Pakistan's nuclear threa…

Geopolitics

Carney, PM Modi to meet in Delhi: What's on agenda for Canada PM's first official visit to India

Times of India – World · India

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney begins a four-day visit to India, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The agenda include…

Geopolitics

42 warships, submarines and 29 aircraft: How Navy’s mega exercise MILAN unfolded

Times of India – World · India

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

Geopolitics

Rashmika's sister Shiman in spotlight: Wedding brings rare glimpse of 14-year-old

Times of India – World · India

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are celebrating their wedding in Udaipur. The actress's younger sister, Shiman Mandanna, is also present. Rashmika cher…

Geopolitics

Watch: UP CM Yogi Adityanath takes spin on Japan’s futuristic Maglev train

Times of India – World · India

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath experienced Japan's high-speed Maglev train during his official visit aimed at attracting global investment. The t…

Geopolitics

'They fired gun & judiciary is bleeding': SC rebukes NCERT over graft chapter — top 10 quotes

Times of India – World · India

The Supreme Court has issued a show-cause notice to the NCERT director, calling the inclusion of a chapter on judicial corruption in a Class 8 textbook a "deep…

Geopolitics

Sangma vs Sangma: Watch Meghalaya CM and MLA wife's light-hearted debate in assembly

Times of India – World · India

Meghalaya MLA Mehtab Chandee A Sangma questioned her husband CM Conrad K Sangma on stalled livestock education projects, including a veterinary college and fis…

Geopolitics

Woman, 3 kids found dead with throats slit in Delhi; missing husband is main suspect

Times of India – World · India

In a horrifying case from Outer Delhi, a 30-year-old woman and her three young daughters were found dead in their residence, their throats brutally slit. Inves…

Geopolitics

Why Canada PM Carney’s India visit could mark a turning point in ties - explained

Times of India – World · India

Carney’s visit is expected to have two major outcomes: the most significant of which could be the formal revival of negotiations for an India–Canada Free Trade…

Geopolitics

‘Calculated move to undermine institution’: SC bans NCERT book with ‘offending chapter’ on judiciary

Times of India – World · India

The Supreme Court sharply criticized the NCERT for a Class 8 textbook chapter on the judiciary, calling it a "deep-rooted, well-planned conspiracy" to defame t…

Geopolitics

'Had arms, Molotov cocktails': Cuban forces engage gunmen on speedboat allegedly from US

Times of India – World · India

Cuba reported its troops killed four individuals and wounded six others after a Florida-registered speedboat entered its waters and opened fire. The government…

Geopolitics

Canada signals shift, says India not linked to violent crimes anymore

Times of India – World · India

Canada now believes India is not linked to violent crimes on its soil, signaling a diplomatic thaw ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit. This shift foll…

Geopolitics

After SC rap, NCERT 'trying' to retrieve sold copies of now-withdrawn class 8 textbook

Times of India – World · India

NCERT is recalling 38 copies of a Class 8 textbook after the Supreme Court strongly criticized its content on the judiciary. The Chief Justice of India took su…

Geopolitics

Watch: Netanyahu surprises ‘friend’ PM Modi in traditional Indian attire; gets a ‘shaandaar’ response

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, verifying, and presenting breaking news and in-depth…

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