Current Affairs
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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsChildcare, housework keep 69% urban women out of work: NSO
A recent National Statistics Office survey reveals that childcare and household duties sideline nearly 69% of women in India's largest cities from the workforce, underscoring a pe…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPalestinian baby dies in West Bank after Israel blocks urgent medical care
Israeli forces also shoot dead a 16-year-old boy in the occupied West Bank and kill two Palestinians in Gaza.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsA global hub for fake luxury goods, Vietnam cracks down on its black market
The Trump administration wants Vietnam to stamp out its booming counterfeit industry. Locals are divided.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsWorld Cup: Trump thanks FIFA for suspending Balogun's red card ban
US President Donald Trump reportedly called Gianni Infantino to ask him to lift Falorin Balogun's red card ban to allow him to play against Belgium. The Belgian FA has called the …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWu Xinbo on why Trump’s ‘America first’ foreign policy may be driving China’s rise
Wu Xinbo is the dean of the Institute of International Studies at Fudan University in Shanghai and a leading Chinese researcher on the US. In this interview, he analyses how shift…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'I will finish when I decide': Ronaldo shuts down retirement speculation
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the final World Cup of his legendary career, saying he will retire from football’s biggest stage “with a clear cons…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMore crude ahead as OPEC+ hikes August output by 188,000 barrels per day
OPEC+ has approved an additional 188,000 barrels per day production increase for August, aiming to boost global crude availability and ease price pressures, particularly for impor…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRodríguez defends Venezuela’s emergency earthquake response as number of bodies expected to soar
Interim president says unrest will not break out despite anger at official response to the 24 June disasterVenezuela’s interim president has defended her country’s emergency respo…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela leader vows ‘no social unrest’ as quakes death toll passes 3,300
Venezuela’s interim president said on Sunday the country would not descend into social unrest after the twin earthquakes which killed more than 3,300 people and left thousands mor…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsTurkiye gears up for its first NATO summit in 22 years
Leaders of the NATO member states are expected in Turkiye by July 7 for a summit - the first it will host in 22 years.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsStop child sex abuse ads on Insta at once: Govt to Meta
Government has issued a stern directive to Meta, demanding the immediate removal of all paid advertisements and content on Instagram promoting child sexual abuse material. Author…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsUber’s European expansion plans may have hit a speed bump
Back in February, Uber announced ambitious plans to launch in seven new European markets in 2026 — but now five of those launches are reportedly on hold.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsMichigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow ends bid for US Senate
Exit leaves primary voters to choose between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and centrist Haley Stevens in must-win seatMallory McMorrow, a Michigan Democrat, has dropped out of a cont…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsJust 28% NGOs, associations ever registered under FCRA currently active
A significant majority of NGOs registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010, are no longer active, with over 72% having their licenses cancelled or expired. Si…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAnti-drug video fiasco not a vote of confidence in Hong Kong’s AI goals
It’s unfortunate for Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu that his speech on July 1 marking the 29th anniversary of the handover and highlighting his government’s achievemen…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFoundation laid for Rs 2,500-crore defence plant in Madhya Pradesh
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav, laid the foundation stone for a missile manufacturing facilit…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDriving test for repeat offenders, interim compensation for crash victims on cards
Motorists with traffic violations will soon face mandatory driving tests for license renewal. The government also plans to empower tribunals to grant interim compensation to accid…
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsFamilies of children killed in strike on Iranian school join leader’s funeral
In Iran, the school deaths have become a symbol for U.S.-Israeli brutality and an unjust war. The Washington Post is reporting from the country under restricted conditions.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsEgypt's 22,000-acre 'Octagon' pips Pentagon as world's largest defence headquarters
Egypt has unveiled its colossal new State Strategic Command headquarters, dubbed "Octagon," dwarfing the US Pentagon in size. This sprawling complex, covering approximately 22,000…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsArmy conducts mock drill in J&K to enhance operational preparedness
Indian Army conducted a large-scale mock drill in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, simulating a terrorist attack to bolster operational readiness. The exercise, involving Rash…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAlbanian court frees protesters who rallied against Kushner-linked resort
The planned resort linked to US President Donald Trump's son-in-law has become a flashpoint for anti-government protests
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsEnforce 'zero coal leakage' plan in Jharkhand: Amit Shah to CISF
Home Minister Amit Shah has ordered the CISF and coal ministry to establish rapid response teams and implement a "zero coal leakage plan" to combat rising illegal mining and coal …
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsCan Iran Keep Its Edge?
Closing the Strait of Hormuz was a huge source of leverage during the war. But playing the same card over and over is risky.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMexico vs England LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – last 16
Live coverage and text updates from the delayed start ahead from our commentary stream of Mexico vs England.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia to double US gas buys, cut Gulf reliance
India is significantly boosting LPG imports from the US, aiming to double current purchases and reduce reliance on Gulf nations. This strategic shift, spurred by recent West Asian…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsFIFA World Cup: All to know as Ronaldo’s Portugal play Spain in the last 16
Cristiano Ronaldo is just one of several key talking points before Portugal and Spain clash in a round of 16 epic in Dallas.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics10,000 people evacuated as wildfire tears through southern France
A fast-moving wildfire has forced around 10,000 people to evacuate after burning more than 1,500 hectares in France.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSyama Prasad Mookerjee devoted his life to India's unity and progress: PM Modi
Remembering Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary, this tribute highlights his unwavering commitment to India's unity and selfless service. From his early life…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHow will the rise of right-wing populism affect Latin America?
Conservatives are winning elections across the region.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsTrump memecoin investors lost $3.8 billion, analysis finds
Nearly 1 million people have lost a total of $3.8 billion after buying President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP memecoin, while Trump made $636 million.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsWhat We Saw at Ayatollah Khamenei’s Funeral
Our Middle East correspondent Abdi Latif Dahir attended the first day of funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former supreme leader of Iran who was killed by U.S. an…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics8 injured, including 4 children, in New York City Fourth of July shooting
A shooting at a Fourth of July celebration in the US city of New York wounded eight victims, four of whom are children.
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Cash hidden in socks': Recovered CCTV may reveal how Ayodhya donations were 'siphoned off'
Ayodhya police are intensifying their probe into alleged Ram Temple donation embezzlement, questioning five jailed suspects. Recovered deleted CCTV footage reportedly shows accuse…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsStories behind Ozempic shaadis: ‘How did this mota guy get a girl like you?’
A growing number of Indians are turning to GLP-1 injections like Ozempic for rapid weight loss, primarily driven by wedding pressures and social media ideals. While these drugs ar…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding: 20 wild details from NY ceremony
In a dazzling display of love, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce exchanged vows at Madison Square Garden, an event veiled in secrecy, complete with NDAs and a ban on phones. Officiate…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVolunteers vow to keep searching for Venezuela earthquake survivors
Rescue teams in Venezuela’s La Guaira State say they’re never going to give up their search for earthquake survivors.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipOversharing Can Be Dangerous: How Digital Nomads Can Build an Audience While Staying Safe
Social media rewards strategy, not oversharing.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsFlorida Republican says deporting Haitians with TPS would be ‘huge mistake’
‘Haiti is a failed state’, says Carlos Giménez, congressman and Miami Cuban exile, after controversial court rulingCarlos Giménez, a Republican congressman from Florida, broke wit…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsMillions in Lalique jewellery stolen in daring French museum raid
Burglars stole millions of euros’ worth of jewellery from the museum of French luxury glassmaker Lalique in a daring early-morning raid on Sunday, just months after a stunning gem…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAustralia thrash England to win record seventh Women’s T20 World Cup
Beth Mooney (64) and Phoebe Litchfield (48) lead Australia’s stunning seven-wicket win over the hosts at Lord’s.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics12-tonne whale removed from DR Congo beach
A dead whale weighing about 12 tonnes has been recovered from the beaches of Muanda.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump to meet leaders of Ukraine and Syria at Turkey Nato summit
US President Donald Trump plans to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa on Wednesday while attending the Nato summit in Turkey, the Whi…
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsUS urged countries to avoid Khamenei funeral, 13 withdrew: Report
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The US allegedly launched a diplomatic campaign to discourage countries from participating in Iran's funeral processi…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSeaplane carrying 8 crashes into New York's East River, all rescued - video
A seaplane carrying eight people crashed into New York City's East River on Sunday, prompting a swift emergency response. All passengers were rescued by the FDNY, with two sustai…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAmerica at 250: Democracy’s greatest experiment?
Chris Hedges reflects on 250 years of US independence - the nation's ideals, contradictions, and what it has become.
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