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Startups

Sid’s Farm raises over Rs 81 Cr in pre-Series B round

Your Story · India

The company will use the funding to strengthen its supply chain and for the expansion of its manufacturing and distribution capabilities. It will also be inves…

Geopolitics

'Seconds from disaster': UK plane with 180 onboard had a close shave before landing

Times of India – World · India

- Experienced digital news desk journalist at The Times of India with over two years of expertise. - Specializes in foreign affairs and international politic…

Geopolitics

US strikes cause extensive damage on Iran’s Qeshm Island

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Video from Iran's Qeshm Island shows widespread damage following US attacks.

Geopolitics

East Timor court review of Myanmar war crimes tests Asean’s uneasy approach to junta

South China Morning Post – World · China

East Timor has become an unlikely venue for a case alleging war crimes and crimes against humanity by Myanmar’s military leadership, as it moves deeper into Di…

Geopolitics

Man beheads sister-in-law over delay in serving food, hangs head from banyan tree

Times of India – World · India

A woman was allegedly killed by her brother-in-law in Jehanabad district on Tuesday. The accused reportedly attacked her with an axe after a dispute over food.…

Geopolitics

Is Israel repeating the Crusaders’ fatal mistake?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Deja Vu explores why the Crusader kingdom fell and asks: could Israel be next?

Geopolitics

India’s arms sale to Israel risks complicity in Gaza genocide, Amnesty says

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Rights group says India continues to support the Israeli military despite genocide 'broadcast worldwide on daily basis'.

Geopolitics

Ajinkya Rahane fights back tears as he bids farewell to international cricket

Times of India – World · India

Ajinkya Rahane signed off his Test career with 5,077 runs at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries. In 90 ODIs, he scored 2,962 run…

Geopolitics

Taiwanese man jailed for 12 years in embattled Hong Kong judge’s last case

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Taiwanese man has been jailed for more than 12 years for trafficking cocaine into Hong Kong seven years ago – a case that marks an embattled judge’s final pu…

Geopolitics

Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices

The Guardian – World · Europe

Environmental groups renew calls for windfall tax to support households following Q2 earnings rise to $9.84bn Shell more than doubled its profit in its second …

Geopolitics

Can the UN’s Refugee Convention survive?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The 1951 UN Refugee Convention marks its 75th anniversary this week but is facing anti-migration sentiment in the West.

Geopolitics

'Proud of railways, want to be proud of govt promises too': Wangchuk

Times of India – World · India

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk praised Indian Railways for its services. He urged the government to honor commitments made to student protesters. The recent N…

Geopolitics

U.S. uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot

The Hindu – World · India

The Alien Terrorist Removal Court is scheduled to hold a hearing in Washington, DC, for the government's petition to deport Nazira Haji Zada who was arrested e…

Geopolitics

In the waters off Malaysia, Iranian oil sales continue despite blockade

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A large anchorage area off the coast of Malaysia is a major marketplace for sanctioned oil.

Geopolitics

US to procure 14 submarines for $76 billion, nearly as much as India's defence budget

Times of India – World · India

The United States is investing significantly in its submarine fleet to counter China's growing naval power. This major procurement includes new Virginia-class …

Geopolitics

Was Florentine friars’ fatigue-fighting elixir a precursor to Coca-Cola?

The Guardian – World · Europe

Document believed to be from 19th century details recipe using Bolivian coca leaves, kola nuts and wineAn Italian friar has unearthed a document from the pharm…

Geopolitics

Jointly property ownership: What happens when co-owners disagree over rent or sale

Times of India – World · India

A growing number of buyers are opting for shared homeownership to alleviate financial strain and share loan obligations. In various states, including a woman a…

Geopolitics

'Frustration of their failure': Ex-envoy slams Pakistan over PoK unrest

Times of India – World · India

Unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir highlights public frustration with economic challenges. Former Indian envoy Vidya Bhushan Soni noted Pakistan's failed inte…

Geopolitics

Middle East crisis live: Jordan says it foiled Iranian missile attack as US launches ‘heavy’ strikes on Iran after pause

The Guardian – World · Europe

Jordanian military says it intercepted five missiles targeting the kingdom after US military says it hit dozens of Revolutionary Guard targets on ThursdayUS la…

Geopolitics

Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of terror offences

Indian Express – World · India

- Hadi Matar convicted of terrorism and Hezbollah support in New York federal court, serving 25-year prison sentence for Rushdie attack. - Rushdie stabbed 15…

Geopolitics

Death toll in Japan earthquake rises to 30 as aftershock and heat hamper rescue efforts

The Guardian – World · Europe

Soldiers and emergency teams search badly damaged shopping centre, paper mill and homes for survivorsThe death toll from the powerful earthquake that hit Japan…

Geopolitics

Steve Jobs once told Oracle founder Larry Ellison to not buy Apple

Times of India – World · India

Larry Ellison planned to buy Apple for about five billion dollars then. Steve Jobs rejected this offer, preferring to return through NeXT. Jobs insisted on lea…

Geopolitics

West Asia war LIVE: U.S. military launches new strikes on Iran

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to hit back hard at Iran after it attacked U.S. bases in Jordan on Wednesday, July 30, as the war in West Asia reignited and …

Geopolitics

Messi returns to MLS training 10 days after World Cup final heartbreak

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami after Argentina's World Cup final defeat by Spain, which led to retirement rumours.

Geopolitics

China says key plenum will be held in October

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s top leaders will gather in Beijing in October for their most important meeting ahead of next year’s Communist Party congress, when a major reshuffle is…

Geopolitics

BJP workers clash with police outside AAP office, demand Punjab minister resign

Times of India – World · India

BJP workers protested outside the Aam Aadmi Party office in Delhi. They demanded the Punjab Education Minister's resignation over a pharmacy exam irregularity.…

Geopolitics

Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to testify in Republican-led COVID-19 Senate hearing

The Hindu – World · India

The scientist was subpoenaed to testify under oath by Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky, who has long had an antagonistic relationship with Fauci

Geopolitics

U.S. President Donald Trump attempts to void some Biden pardons including ones to J6 Committee, Fauci

The Hindu – World · India

On his first day in office, Mr. Trump had pardoned or commuted sentences in more than 1,500 cases connected to the January 6 attack.

Geopolitics

Storm apologize after co-owner berates teen girls for support of Cunningham

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

WNBA basketball team Seattle Storm apologize after co-owner berates girls with 'thank you' sign for Sophie Cunningham.

Geopolitics

'Can be used in exceptional situations': SC hears PIL on pellet-gun use during student protests

Times of India – World · India

The Supreme Court observed that when in extreme violent situations police are permitted to use bullets if violence does not get controlled by lathicharge and t…

Geopolitics

Archibald prize 2026: portrait of Jewish leader after Bondi terror attack wins people’s choice award

The Guardian – World · Europe

Artist Michael Zavros says he was inspired by a deep respect for Alex Ryvchin’s leadership, as well as an uncanny likeness between the two menAn artist’s portr…

Geopolitics

Thousands flee raging wildfires in southern Europe

The Hindu – World · India

The fire has nearly tripled in size since early Sunday (July 5, 2026), devouring 4,600 hectares and leaving a firefighter and a resident injured

Geopolitics

Is Pakistan facilitating Chinese missile shipments to Iran? Islamabad responds

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan's military has strongly denied reports of facilitating Chinese weapons transit to Iran. These claims emerged amid ongoing tensions between Iran and t…

Geopolitics

U.S.-Saudi Attack on Iraqi Militias Risks Drawing Them into War

The New York Times – World · US

Iran-aligned militias in Iraq were under growing pressure to disarm, but the latest strikes may embolden them to get more deeply involved in the war.

Geopolitics

Southern Europe burns as 3 firefighters die; France battles blaze 4 times the size of Paris

The Hindu – World · India

More than 2,200 firefighters and over 20 aircraft remained mobilised, backed by crews from across France and European partners

Geopolitics

Mark Zuckerberg expands his $100M Lake Tahoe property empire

Times of India – World · India

Mark Zuckerberg's real estate ventures span several remarkable properties within the USA. His portfolio showcases opulent compounds in Palo Alto and Hawaii, al…

Geopolitics

Extend fuel subsidy or watch costs go up, Hong Kong taxi, minibus drivers warn

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong taxi and minibus drivers have called for a two-month liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidy scheme to be extended amid uncertainty over war in the Mid…

Geopolitics

Voters in Manchester choose mayor to replace Andy Burnham, who left city hall for Downing Street

The Hindu – World · India

Polling stations are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., with vote-counting starting Friday morning (July 31, 2026)

Geopolitics

‘Shy’ Chinese Elon Musk lookalike chef draws photo-seeking crowds, prefers work over fame

South China Morning Post – World · China

A barbecue chef in northwest China has become an internet sensation after users noticed his striking resemblance to Elon Musk, prompting a wave of memes and jo…

Geopolitics

Campaigners rail against ‘plundering’ of ancient Kent woodland to make way for quarry expansion

The Guardian – World · Europe

Forty hectares of Oaken Wood could be razed after it was identified as potential site of expansion by Reform-run councilIt was at the confluence of seven fores…

Geopolitics

Polls open in Greater Manchester mayoral byelection overshadowed by new PM and Farage’s antics

The Guardian – World · Europe

Labour’s Bev Craig expected to win contest that lost column inches to Andy Burnham’s ascent and Reform UK leader’s self-imposed Clacton voteVoting has begun in…

Geopolitics

China envoy makes a rare response after NZ foreign minister’s ‘go back’ slur

South China Morning Post – World · China

A parliamentary clash in Wellington has elicited a subtle rebuke from Beijing after New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters told a Chinese-born oppositio…

Geopolitics

4 months’ jail for security guard who dumped building resident’s cat in rubbish bin

South China Morning Post – World · China

A Hong Kong security guard who tied up a building resident’s missing cat in a plastic bag and dumped it in a rubbish bin has been sentenced to four months in p…

Geopolitics

'Students deserve justice': Rahul shares protest video claiming police brutality

Times of India – World · India

- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 to deliver timely, comprehensive global news and updates. - Journalists prioritize excellence, verifying breaking news, analysi…

Geopolitics

Blocked debit card without notice: commission orders Federal Bank to pay Rs 1.25 lakh

Times of India – World · India

A Kerala consumer commission ordered Federal Bank to pay compensation for blocking a debit card. The customer and his family were stranded at Kuwait Internatio…

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