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Source: Your Story ·
StartupsAge Care Labs raises Rs 85 Cr to expand elder care platform
The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the company’s integrated elder care platform by expanding services, investing in technology, enhancing healthcare capabilities and sup…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
Geopolitics‘The crisis is deep’: The view from Russia as fuel shortages worsen
Officials are rationing fuel as Ukrainian strikes on refineries imperil supply.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsKPMG appoints chair who claimed leak allegations were ‘completely false’ and called senator’s actions ‘inappropriate’
Greens senator says appointment of Michael Ebeid ‘risks entrenching the very culture and leadership that need to change’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet o…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsAlleged Scattered Spider hacker arrested in Finland
The 19-year-old dual American-Estonian national has been extradited to the US, where he is facing federal charges.
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsUS turns 250: How India-US ties evolved from Cold War tensions to strategic partnership
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • **Historical Tension**: India and the US had a strained relationship for decades, with disagreements over Cold War po…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndonesia’s Widodo backs son’s party for 2029 election with new political tour
Indonesia’s former president Joko Widodo has begun a nationwide political tour that analysts say is aimed at transforming his younger son’s small party from a marginal player into…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy the World Bank is winding down loans to China amid a ‘natural’ shift
Beijing has downplayed reports that the World Bank will phase out lending to China by 2031, with the Ministry of Finance noting that the nation’s advancing economy and changing de…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsClogged pipeline: Many Hong Kong IPO hopefuls near application expiration
A large number of mainland Chinese companies hoping to list shares on the Hong Kong stock exchange are anxiously waiting for a nod from the mainland securities regulator, with man…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsStarmer to issue formal apology to mothers and children harmed by historic forced adoption policies – UK politics live
Between 1949 and 1976, an estimated 185,000 babies were taken from unmarried mothers and placed for adoption in England and WalesTwo weeks ago, the Church of England apologised fo…
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsHours after being deported by US, Flight 164 passengers went missing after Venezuela earthquake
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • A flight from the US carrying over 140 deportees arrived in Venezuela just hours before twin earthquakes struck,…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsVatican excommunicates 6 bishops from rebel Catholic group
The Vatican on Thursday excommunicated six bishops from the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X and said any lay believers who “formally adhere” to the group would suffer the s…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsRussian strikes on Kyiv kill at least 13 – Europe live
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that at least 20 sites were attacked overnight, with ‘most of them ordinary residential buildings’in KyivAt least 13 people were killed and dozens injured…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFired for taking tea, biscuits from office: Jharkhand HC orders peon’s reinstatement
A Jharkhand court has ordered the reinstatement of a peon sacked for taking office tea and biscuits home. The court deemed the dismissal "grossly disproportionate," highlighting a…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIndian ship with 47,000 tonnes of LPG transits Strait of Hormuz
BW Loyalty was among the eight Indian flagged LPG carriers that were stranded in Persian Gulf when the war started. Since then seven of these ships have already come out
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIn Pictures: Hunger, despair as Venezuela quake death toll rises
Venezuelan rescuers fight to save lives as survivors face hunger and chaos after devastating twin earthquakes.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSupreme Court warns against unchecked AI use in courts after NCLT cites fake cases
Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The Times of India's (TOI) News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around-the-clock. • They deliver cu…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSam Altman wants US govt to own 5% of OpenAI; urges Google, Anthropic to follow
OpenAI's Sam Altman reportedly proposed giving the US government a 5% stake in the company, alongside similar stakes from other AI giants like Google and Meta. This initiative aim…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Que sera, sera': Overlooked in Punjab Cong revamp, Manish Tewari posts cryptic message
Congress MP Manish Tewari expressed his disappointment after being overlooked for new roles in Punjab's election committees. He alluded to "insecurities" hindering talented indiv…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsOpenAI ‘in early talks to give 5% stake to US government’
CEO Sam Altman argued move would share benefits of AI and it would involve other firms doing similar, report saysBusiness live – latest updatesOpenAI is reportedly in early stage …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsSpain vs Austria: World Cup Round of 32 – Preview, predictions, team news
Spain take on Austria in Los Angeles, with the winner facing either Portugal or Croatia in the last 16.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia orders WhatsApp to halt username feature over anonymity concerns
India has asked WhatsApp to justify the implementation of a planned feature covering usernames and to freeze the roll-out in its biggest market, escalating a crackdown on messagin…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSri Lanka upgraded to upper-middle income economy by World Bank
Sri Lanka first entered the upper-middle-income category in 2019 before falling back to lower-middle-income status as economic growth slowed and income levels deteriorated
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsUS rail boom still lags behind cars and planes
As gas prices fluctuate and flights get more expensive, US Americans are rediscovering trains — only to find a system built to move boxes, not people.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsOver-40s with obesity have normal-BMI cholesterol and blood pressure levels, study finds
Success of statins and blood-pressure drugs hailed as researchers find some people with obesity were ‘better off’Many adults living with obesity have “indistinguishable” cholester…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMonsoon arrives in India: Heavy rain lashes Delhi, Mumbai; to spread to northern, western states
Delhi finally welcomed the southwest monsoon on Thursday, five days past its usual arrival, bringing much-needed relief from heat. The monsoon is now widespread across northwest I…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina bans pet anaesthetic tiletamine after waves of young people vape drug
China has banned tiletamine, a common veterinary anaesthetic, after its recreational inhalation among young people escalated sharply. Since July 1, the compound has been classifie…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsLawmaker William Wong failed to tell Legco about arrest, set for committee probe
Hong Kong lawmaker William Wong Kam-fai failed to report his arrest for alleged drink-driving to the Legislative Council as required under its code of conduct and is expected to f…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMore than 900 arrested during South Africa’s antimigrant protests
Wave of arrests made across South Africa as xenophobic tensions erupt into nationwide marches.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: Iran says talks in Qatar on implementing MoU with U.S. have concluded
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on Wednesday that Tehran would use some of its frozen assets in Qatar to purchase goods needed by the country following talk…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsHistoric gurdwara demolished in Pakistan's Punjab, Sikh community protests
India reacts to demolition, calls it ‘deeply distressing’, ‘despicable act
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsHe bought a ₹3.5 lakh bank server. Now he makes ₹27 lakh a month with AI
Raj is 27, writes code in a one bedroom flat in Bangalore, and a few months ago he did something almost nobody thinks to do.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMaradona to Messi: Why Bangladesh loves Argentina’s footballers
Diego Maradona turned a nation 17,000km from Argentina into die-hard fans. Lionel Messi has enthralled a new generation.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSingapore to buy more Hellfire missiles after US backs US$22.3 million package
Singapore is set to acquire additional Hellfire missiles after the United States backed a proposed package valued at US$22.3 million. The US State Department said on Tuesday that …
Source: Indian Express – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump reports over $2.2 billion in income, crypto earnings draw Democratic scrutiny
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Donald Trump's 2025 financial filings with the US Office of Government Ethics revealed exponential gains in cryptocur…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsFuture-ready teaching: How AI is transforming education in India
At a Microsoft Elevate webinar, educators, non-profit leaders, and technologists came together to explore and discuss how artificial intelligence can make learning more personal, …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsUS de-lists four Indian companies sanctioned for aiding Russia's military base
In a significant move, the US Treasury has lifted sanctions on four Indian companies that were previously accused of supplying advanced technologies to the Russian military. The f…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsChina’s new ethnic unity law extends its legal reach overseas
Rather than promote ethnic harmony, activists say the law could justify transnational repression.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsBuying a home? Here's how women can save on stamp duty across states
In multiple Indian states, financial incentives aimed at women buying property, such as slashed stamp duties and preferential home loan rates, are making a significant impact. Enh…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNew EPF scheme : What it means for your provident fund savings
India’s provident fund framework has now entered a new phase with the notification of the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 2026 (EPF Scheme, 2026) under the Code on Social Secur…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsBusinessman on trial in Malta over prominent journalist’s murder
Yorgen Fenech is charged with orchestrating the assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Yashasvi Jaiswal flaunts 'Messi' jersey during France vs Sweden WC match
Dreams do come true! Cricket star Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrated a major milestone by attending the exciting France vs. Sweden FIFA match in New York, wearing an Argentina jersey, in…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy RBI’s new NBFC rules may force Tata Sons into the market
The Reserve Bank of India's updated master directions have effectively thwarted Tata Sons' bid to escape mandatory listing. New rules, particularly on indirect public funds and ov…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsGaza marks 1,000 days of war. Palestinians there face an uncertain future
It’s the 1000th day of war since a Hamas-led attack on Israel that sparked the war in Gaza. Other conflicts have emerged in the region, and fragile ceasefires show scars of persis…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHow submarines launch ballistic missiles without blowing themselves up
Submarine-launched ballistic missiles utilize an innovative 'cold launch' method, setting a new global standard for safety. This technique propels missiles via high-pressure gas, …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIndian exporters see more enquiries from US, but not many orders - here’s why
During 2025-26, the United States remained India's second-largest trading partner, with merchandise exports to the country rising 0.92% year-on-year to $87.3 billion.
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