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Geopolitics

Taylor Swift wedding speech: Selena beat me to the altar with Kelce

Times of India – World · India

Taylor Swift marriage with Travis Kelce rumors heat up after the singer joked about weddings during her emotional speech at Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s San…

Geopolitics

Bihar SIR: Final electoral roll out; 21.53 lakh electors added

Times of India – World · India

The Election Commission released Bihar's final voter list, showing a significant increase in electors after a Special Intensive Revision. This process, which i…

Geopolitics

'Pakistan came hard at us': Tilak Varma breaks silence on verbal assault

Times of India – World · India

Middle-order batter Tilak Varma revealed how he handled intense sledging from Pakistan players during his match-winning 69* in the Asia Cup final. He stated hi…

Geopolitics

Three family members of 'Meet the Putmans' pass away in a tragic car accident

Times of India – World · India

Three members of the 'Meet the Putmans' reality show family, Bill 'Papa' Putman, Barb 'Neenee' Putman, and Megan, died in a Michigan car crash. A semi-truck re…

Geopolitics

India, US conduct naval exercise in Arabian Sea

Times of India – World · India

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Vijay Sethupathi's fierce avatar is revealed in the Bigg Boss Tamil 9 promo. • 10 small dog breeds a…

Geopolitics

'Truth will come out': TVK's Vijay on Karur stampede; big message for CM Stalin

Times of India – World · India

TVK chief Vijay expressed deep pain over the Karur stampede that killed 41, questioning the FIR against his party leaders and asking if CM Stalin was seeking r…

Geopolitics

'Fat generals': Hegseth sets new norms for US military; slams 'woke' culture

Times of India – World · India

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth convened a secret meeting at Quantico to unveil sweeping directives, including implementing gender-neutral physical fitness stan…

Geopolitics

India re-elected to ICAO council with ‘highest ever mandate’

Times of India – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Leading ladies Neeru Bajwa and Shehnaaz Gill are shaping the future of Punjabi cinema. • Vijay Se…

Geopolitics

'I Love Muhammad' row: Accused held after encounter; properties marked for demolition

Times of India – World · India

Bareilly Police arrested key accused Tazim following violent clashes over the 'I Love Muhammad' campaign. Tazim, a known cattle smuggler, fired at officers dur…

Geopolitics

Caught on camera: Man sprints out of ground with Asia Cup trophy - watch

Times of India – World · India

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi faced widespread criticism after India's Asia Cup victory. The post-match presentation turned chaotic as Indian pl…

Geopolitics

Tyreek Hill injury update: Gruesome details worry Miami Dolphins fans

Times of India – World · India

Tyreek Hill’s season is over after a devastating knee injury in the Miami Dolphins’ win over the New York Jets. The star receiver dislocated his left knee and …

Geopolitics

Elon Musk's talent crisis: Senior staff flee Tesla, xAI; culture questioned

Times of India – World · India

Elon Musk's companies are experiencing a wave of senior executive departures due to intense burnout, strategic disagreements, and concerns over his political a…

Geopolitics

Setback for Vijay: TVK gen secy booked; row erupts over 'Gen Z' post

Times of India – World · India

Here are the 4 clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists delivering current and comprehensive news 2…

Geopolitics

'You have 3-4 days': Trump's ultimatum to Hamas on Gaza deal; warns of 'sad end'

Times of India – World · India

US President Donald Trump issued a 3-4 day ultimatum for Hamas to accept a Gaza peace proposal, co-presented with Israeli PM Netanyahu. The plan demands Hamas …

Geopolitics

Karur stampede: TN govt counters Vijay's charges; releases videos of rally

Times of India – World · India

The probe into the Karur stampede has escalated into a blame game between the Tamil Nadu government and TVK chief Vijay. DMK leaders released videos alleging T…

Geopolitics

Asia Cup: BCCI demands trophy during heated ACC meet; Naqvi 'beats around bush'

Times of India – World · India

During an Asian Cricket Council (ACC) meeting in Dubai, attended by BCCI representatives Rajeev Shukla and Ashish Shelar, ACC chair Mohsin Naqvi avoided commit…

Geopolitics

Afghanistan's cellphone, internet services down, monitoring shows

The Hindu – World · India

In the past, the Taliban have voiced concern about online pornography, and authorities cut fibre-optic links to some provinces in recent weeks, with officials …

Geopolitics

Hamas says it will study Trump’s ‘plan for ending war in Gaza’ before responding

The Hindu – World · India

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said that his country has accepted UP President Trump’s peace plan that it is now up to Hamas to announce its position

Geopolitics

U.N. mission appeals to Taliban to restore internet access across Afghanistan

The Hindu – World · India

The disruption threatened economic stability and deepened one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, said the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan

Geopolitics

Watch: What is in Trump’s Gaza peace proposal | Explained

The Hindu – World · India

Here are the main elements of the plan that resulted from intense negotiations in recent weeks between Donald Trump and his team, and Israeli and Arab leaders

Geopolitics

120 Iranians detained in U.S. for entering country illegally to be returned to Iran: report

The Hindu – World · India

The U.S. has not acknowledged striking a deportation deal with Iran

Geopolitics

‘Going to be very sad end’: Trump says Hamas has three or four days to respond to Gaza peace plan

The Hindu – World · India

Asked if there was room for negotiations on the peace plan, Trump said: “Not much”

Geopolitics

Hegseth declares end to 'politically correct' leadership in U.S. military

The Hindu – World · India

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said military leaders should do the honourable thing and resign if they don't like his new approach

Geopolitics

U.S. President Trump again claims he settled ‘very big’ India-Pakistan conflict

The Hindu – World · India

Referring to his plan to end the Gaza conflict, announced on Monday (September 29), Trump said, “We got it, I think settled. We’ll see”

Geopolitics

Hong Kong’s huge year of IPOs continues, with annual crown likely

South China Morning Post – World · China

Funds raised from new share sales in Hong Kong jumped 220 per cent in the first nine months of 2025, strengthening the local stock exchange’s grip on the top s…

Geopolitics

Licence to fill: Malaysia’s new fuel subsidy limited to national ID card holders

South China Morning Post – World · China

Malaysia has rolled out a targeted fuel subsidy scheme that limits each citizen to 300 litres of discounted petrol per month, replacing a decades-old blanket s…

Geopolitics

Digital blackout in Afghanistan as Taliban cuts internet access to stop ‘vice’

South China Morning Post – World · China

Afghanistan faced a second day without internet and mobile phone service on Tuesday, after Taliban authorities cut the fibre optic network. Taliban authorities…

Geopolitics

Xi calls for religion crackdown as path to ethnic and social harmony in China

South China Morning Post – World · China

China’s President Xi Jinping has called for further enactment of law and regulation, as well as stricter law enforcement for religious affairs in a push to sin…

Geopolitics

Viral video captures Malaysia biker mob in road rage attack, 9 suspects arrested

South China Morning Post – World · China

Nine young men have been arrested in Malaysia after a viral video showed a mob of motorcyclists surrounding a car, punching its windows and kicking its doors i…

Geopolitics

Why this Hong Kong financial rebound is built on firmer ground

South China Morning Post – World · China

Hong Kong’s markets hit their lowest point in more than a decade in 2022, squeezed by rising friction between Washington and Beijing. With the US Federal Reser…

Geopolitics

Mandarin Oriental confirms talks to sell top floors of One Causeway Bay

South China Morning Post – World · China

Mandarin Oriental International said on Tuesday it was in discussions regarding the potential sale of a portion of its prime mixed-use building, One Causeway B…

Geopolitics

FBI’s Patel sparks scandal in New Zealand with illegal gun gifts

South China Morning Post – World · China

On a visit to New Zealand, FBI Director Kash Patel gave the country’s police and spy bosses gifts of inoperable pistols that were illegal to possess under loca…

Geopolitics

China issues retaliatory rules ahead of US port fee targeting Chinese vessels

South China Morning Post – World · China

As a new US port fee targeting China-built or -operated vessels is set to take effect in two weeks, China has revised its international maritime transport rule…

Geopolitics

Bangladesh grapples with political fragmentation ahead of key election

South China Morning Post – World · China

Bangladesh is navigating a morass of political hurdles in the lead-up to its election set for early next year, among which are conflicting demands over proport…

Geopolitics

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,314

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Here are the key events on day 1,314 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Geopolitics

Coco Gauff rallies to win against Belinda Bencic at China Open

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The two-time grand slam singles champion defeated Bencic in three sets to advance to the quarterfinals in Beijing.

Geopolitics

Typhoon Bualoi kills dozens in Vietnam and Philippines

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The deadly storm forces tens of thousands to evacuate and destroys thousands of homes.

Geopolitics

UN General Assembly: What did world leaders say about Israel’s war on Gaza?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Here’s what world leaders said during the 80th UNGA session about Israel’s war on Gaza.

Geopolitics

Israeli soldiers detain Palestinian children for ‘spying’ in West Bank

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Israeli soldiers were filmed detaining two Palestinian children in Hebron, in the occupied West Bank,

Geopolitics

Venezuela’s Maduro ready to declare state of emergency if US attacks

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Maduro also gives himself special powers to mobilise army and give it authority over public services and oil industry.

Geopolitics

What is Israel’s endgame in Africa?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The Israeli government appears to be on a charm offensive, dangling aid and arms. Experts say it might be working.

Geopolitics

H3N2 influenza spreads rapidly in Delhi, northern India

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

An aggressive flu virus has gripped northern India. Two-thirds of families in the region are affected. Who's most at risk? And how can people protect themselve…

Geopolitics

Why the West Bank is central to Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The West Bank will play a significant role in any future resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As settlements continue to expand into the Palestinian…

Geopolitics

Indonesia: Dozens trapped in school building collapse

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The Islamic school building collapsed while dozens of young students were attending afternoon prayers. Rescuers said they have seen several bodies buried in th…

Geopolitics

Middle East: Gaza peace plan awaits Hamas response

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Leaders from Arab and Muslim nations and Europe have welcomed the peace plan unveiled by Trump and Netanyahu, who have warned Hamas to accept the deal or Israe…

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