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Geopolitics

NPCIL denies nuclear systems breach after Kudankulam data leak report

Times of India – World · India

India's Nuclear Power Corporation stated a data breach involves conventional plant facilities. The reported leaked files pertain only to non-nuclear safety sy…

Geopolitics

'Could be alarming': Doctor flag new 'risks' as Wangchuk loses over 9kgs, fast enters Day 19

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver timely, comprehensive news globally. - Team prioritizes excellence, verifying and present…

Geopolitics

Stabbed because of religion: What we know about attack on Indian-origin man in US

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team covers global events with diverse perspectives and round-the-clock updates. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in interna…

Geopolitics

'Very cute': US President Donald Trump welcomes new $1 coin with his face on it

Times of India – World · India

A new US dollar coin will feature President Donald Trump for America's 250th birthday. This commemorative coin is scheduled for release in the autumn of 2026. …

Geopolitics

'Not in good shape but ...': Sonam Wangchuk refuses to end fast despite health concerns

Times of India – World · India

Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike for nineteen days, stating his health is not critical. He urged supporters to join a Parliament march on July 20 ins…

Geopolitics

'Mossad or CIA': Vance hints at Epstein-Israeli intel link; admits Trump admin 'screwed up'

Times of India – World · India

JD Vance admitted that the Trump administration mishandled the communication surrounding the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, blaming much of the confusio…

Geopolitics

'There were mistakes': Acting US attorney general Blanche grilled over Trump ties and Epstein files

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of seasoned journalists and writers covers global events around the clock. - Committed to accuracy, depth, and timeliness in reportin…

Geopolitics

Celebrations erupt in Argentina’s capital after World Cup semifinal win

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Jubilant fans leapt with joy in Buenos Aires after Argentina defeated England 2-1 in Wednesday’s World Cup semifinal.

Geopolitics

New York Times files motion to quash subpoenas served on journalists over Air Force One coverage

The Hindu – World · India

The New York Times has filed a motion to quash subpoenas that the Justice Department served on journalists who reported on security concerns involving the new,…

Geopolitics

New York Times files motion to quash justice department’s subpoenas

The Guardian – World · Europe

Journalists who had reported on security concerns around the new Air Force One, a gift from Qatar, received summonsThe New York Times on Wednesday filed a moti…

Geopolitics

US launches fifth straight day of strikes on Iran, targets military sites near Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

United States forces conducted new airstrikes against Iran on Wednesday. These strikes targeted coastal defense systems and missile infrastructure near the Str…

Geopolitics

'Jam-packed' with cockroaches: Kunal Kamra, Chandrashekhar Azad join CJP protest

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive global news and updates. - Dedicated team focuses on excellence, verifying and presenting bre…

Geopolitics

Why Taslima Nasreen's Kolkata return is a powder keg for Bengal politics

Times of India – World · India

Taslima Nasreen's upcoming return to Kolkata after 20 years sparks intense political discussions. The Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party both voiced…

Geopolitics

Why the Sea of Azov is the new flashpoint in the Russia-Ukraine war

Times of India – World · India

In a heated exchange, Russia has labeled Ukraine's recent maritime strikes in the Sea of Azov as acts of terrorism, jeopardizing a crucial grain export route e…

Geopolitics

'May die in 2 days, lost 8.5kg': Plea seeks 'force-feeding' of Sonam Wangchuk

Times of India – World · India

A plea seeks court intervention to force-feed activist Sonam Wangchuk, whose hunger strike has entered its eighteenth day. Concerns are growing over his deteri…

Geopolitics

'Received nothing but silence': CJP chief slams Centre as Wangchuk's fast enters Day 18

Times of India – World · India

Abhijeet Dipke criticized the government's silence regarding Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike. Wangchuk has been fasting for eighteen days protesting examinatio…

Geopolitics

'If she publicly says ...': Cong extends Martyrs' Day invite to Mamata, but with a condition

Times of India – World · India

The Congress invited Mamata Banerjee to its Martyrs' Day event in Kolkata. This invitation came with a condition that she acknowledge leaving Congress was a mi…

Geopolitics

Expelled from China

The New York Times – World · US

A New York Times correspondent was kicked out of the country after reporting on the struggles of everyday Chinese. Here’s her story.

Geopolitics

This 101-yr-old journo still works, lives independently. Her 3 habits may surprise you

Times of India – World · India

One hundred and one-year-old journalist Eileen Lavine shares her secrets for a long life. She believes staying mentally active is key, reading newspapers and s…

Geopolitics

Jean Carroll receives $5.6m in sexual abuse case after yrs-long legal battle with Trump

Times of India – World · India

Writer E. Jean Carroll has received over $5.6 million in damages awarded in her civil case against US President Donald Trump after a federal court released fun…

Geopolitics

France, England, Spain or Argentina? How a $5.3 billion betting market is calling World Cup

Times of India – World · India

With four footballing heavyweights remaining, one of the biggest questions among fans is simple: Who is most likely to lift the trophy? Two of the largest pred…

Geopolitics

Ex-US Navy, Indian wife: What we know about American caught near Nepal border

Times of India – World · India

Uttar Pradesh police registered a case against American national Jordan Brown. He was apprehended for attempting to enter Nepal without proper authorization. B…

Geopolitics

'Govt doesn’t care about your life': Mahua Moitra urges Wangchuk to call off hunger strike

Times of India – World · India

Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra urged Sonam Wangchuk to end his hunger strike. Wangchuk's fast against examination irregularities reached sixteen days. Eminent cit…

Geopolitics

LeT, IS operatives among 34 killed in Khuzdar attack: BLA

Times of India – World · India

The Baloch Liberation Army claimed a major suicide attack on an ISIS-K commander's compound. This operation targeted a meeting coordinating efforts against the…

Geopolitics

One Indian crew member killed, 6 injured after Iran strikes UAE tankers in Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

Two UAE-flagged tankers were struck by Iranian cruise missiles in Omani waters. One Indian crew member died and eight others sustained injuries in the attack. …

Geopolitics

US launches third straight night of strikes on Iran as Hormuz tensions escalate

Times of India – World · India

United States forces conducted strikes on Iranian military assets for a third night. These actions aim to degrade Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping.…

Geopolitics

SAD leader shot in Mansa: Sukhbir aide Dalvir Kala injured in attack; hospitalised

Times of India – World · India

Shiromani Akali Dal leader Dalvir Singh Kala was shot and injured by an assailant. The incident occurred in Punjab's Mansa district on Monday evening. Kala, a …

Geopolitics

Bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy arrive in Mumbai

Times of India – World · India

The bodies of fifteen Indian nationals killed in Vietnam's boat tragedy have arrived in Mumbai. Ten victims were from Tamil Nadu, three from Andhra Pradesh, an…

Geopolitics

'Will we just watch him succumb?' : Sonam Wangchuk's health worsens after 16 days of fast

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver real-time, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, the team gathers, veri…

Geopolitics

Trump announces 20% toll on ships in Strait of Hormuz

Times of India – World · India

Trump's announcement comes after another major exchange of fire cast fresh uncertainty over efforts to negotiate an end to the conflict. Before Iran asserted c…

Geopolitics

Badrinath donation theft case: Temple employee Pramod Nautiyal arrested

Times of India – World · India

The action comes a day after the Uttarakhand government directed the chief executive officer of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) to initiate act…

Geopolitics

Watch: At the scene where Bangkok's deadly bar fire unfolded

BBC News – World · Europe

The BBC’s South East Asia correspondent visits the site where at least 27 people were killed during a bar fire in Thailand.

Geopolitics

'We heard an explosion, then flames spread': Survivors recount Bangkok pub fire; 27 killed

Times of India – World · India

In a horrific incident, a raging fire swept through a crowded pub in Bangkok, resulting in the deaths of 27 individuals. Panic ensued as smoke enveloped the ve…

Geopolitics

'Khela Hobey Divas' now 'Ayushman Divas': BJP's tit-for-tat answer to Didi

Times of India – World · India

Mamata Banerjee's government had declared August 16 as Khela Hobey Divas in 2021 following the TMC's assembly election victory. The day was officially promoted…

Geopolitics

Watch: US missiles rain down on Iran as Middle East tensions explode

Times of India – World · India

- TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers provides global news through rigorous research and diverse perspectives. - Committed to accuracy, depth, a…

Geopolitics

Vietnam boat tragedy: Mortal remains of 15 Indian tourists to be repatriated today

Times of India – World · India

- Dedicated TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver current, comprehensive news globally. - Committed to excellence, they provide breaking news, analysis, and…

Geopolitics

'Smoke was everywhere': How Bangkok's pub inferno killed 27 - 10 points

Times of India – World · India

Tragedy struck at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub, where a fierce fire resulted in the deaths of twenty-seven people. Victims found themselves ensnared in the pub's…

Geopolitics

'Smoke was everywhere': How Bangkok's deadly pub fire unfolded; 27 killed – 10 key points

Times of India – World · India

Tragedy struck at Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao pub, where a fierce fire resulted in the deaths of twenty-seven people. Victims found themselves ensnared in the pub's…

Geopolitics

Mexico highway crash kills 9, injures 10 after truck slams into emergency response vehicles

Times of India – World · India

Nine people, including two children, died after a truck crashed into earlier accident responders. Ten others sustained injuries, with two National Guard office…

Geopolitics

Bangkok pub turns death trap as massive overnight fire kills at least 27

Times of India – World · India

A massive fire ripped through a Bangkok pub early Monday, killing at least twenty-seven people. Several others were injured and taken to the hospital for treat…

Geopolitics

Entry to 136-yr-old Kolkata airport mosque stopped indefinitely

Times of India – World · India

Kolkata airport authorities have indefinitely stopped entry to the Bankra mosque. Security concerns were raised by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security regard…

Geopolitics

David Willey, esteemed BBC Vatican correspondent, dies aged 93

BBC News – World · Europe

One of the BBC's longest-serving foreign correspondents, he reported on five popes during his career.

Geopolitics

US: Reporters subpoenaed over Air Force One stories

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

New York Times journalists who reported on security fears about the president's new Qatari-gifted plane have been called to court. The case raises concerns abo…

Geopolitics

'10 rescused, 1 missing': India condemns attack on vessel carrying Indian crew off Oman coast

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk has a dedicated team of journalists working around the clock to deliver current and comprehensive news. - Committed to excellence, they gathe…

Geopolitics

Watch: Passenger, TC clash over Marathi language on Mumbai local

Times of India – World · India

Railway authorities are investigating a viral video of an argument on a Mumbai local train. The dispute reportedly began after a passenger spoke in Marathi wit…

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