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Geopolitics

Pentagon reports more than 600 Iran war casualties in quiet database update

The Guardian – World · Europe

Figures are source of dispute as US defense department days ago reduced record of troops killed and woundedThe Pentagon updated its official war casualty datab…

Entrepreneurship

The Hidden Cost of San Francisco’s Explosive AI Boom

Inc. · Global

The city’s economic revival is generating unabashed optimism, even as it raises questions about who can afford to live there. ‘We have to make it more affordab…

Geopolitics

India fuels Bitchat's global rise despite takedown order

Times of India – World · India

Bitchat, an internet-free messaging app, is gaining popularity in India. The app saw significant download increases in the week ending July 24. India account…

Geopolitics

July FPI inflows touch Rs 42,000 crore, top February record

Times of India – World · India

Foreign portfolio investors became net buyers of Indian equities in July. This marked a reversal after four months of significant outflows from the market. Tot…

Geopolitics

Boy, 16, charged with murder of teenager stabbed in Luton park

The Guardian – World · Europe

Four others arrested on suspicion of same murder in Luton after death of 17-year-oldA 16-year-old boy has been charged with murdering a teenager who died from …

Geopolitics

At no point did government stop students from protesting: Nirmala Sitharaman

Times of India – World · India

The government allowed student protests and focused on conducting the NEET re-examination promptly. Culprits involved in paper leaks were arrested and brought…

Geopolitics

Extreme Heat and Strong Winds Fuel New Wildfires in France and Spain

The New York Times – World · US

Firefighters are tackling fresh blazes while others have been contained, and hundreds of thousands of people have been forced to flee. A new heat wave forecast…

Geopolitics

US border tsar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting

South China Morning Post – World · China

US President Donald Trump’s border tsar said on Sunday that the vetting of an immigration officer involved in the deadly shooting of a Colombian native in Main…

Geopolitics

Search for 17 missing crew after Vietnamese cargo ship sinks in South China Sea

The Hindu – World · India

A search is underway for 17 people missing after a Vietnamese cargo ship carrying 62 people sank in bad weather in the disputed South China Sea

Geopolitics

The Indian Army's first woman boxer is now chasing Commonwealth gold

BBC News – World · Europe

World champion Jaismine Lamboria targets Commonwealth gold in Glasgow Games.

Geopolitics

PM Modi hails youth for taking India to arenas once beyond reach

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised young Indians for recent achievements. PV Sindhu won the Japan Open badminton title, making the nation proud. India's fi…

Geopolitics

CWG 2026 medal table: Where India stands after Mirabai's golden hat-trick

Times of India – World · India

India enjoyed a landmark Day 4 at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, winning three weightlifting medals including Mirabai Chanu’s historic third straight gold. Rishi…

Geopolitics

Water supply restored to Gatwick airport after hours without working toilets

The Guardian – World · Europe

Airport’s bars and restaurants were also unable to serve drinks to passengers because of lack of running waterWater supply has been restored to most of Gatwick…

Geopolitics

Berlin Pride Event Attacker Killed in Police Shootout, Officials Say

The New York Times – World · US

The confrontation with the suspect in what has been described as a likely act of Islamist terrorism occurred as a large-scale manhunt was underway, the authori…

Geopolitics

Nobel laureate Simon Johnson on the AI race and China’s ‘over-automation’ problem

South China Morning Post – World · China

Simon Johnson is a professor of entrepreneurship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). A former chief economist of the International Monetary Fun…

Geopolitics

Trump’s border czar probes possible vetting failures after ICE shooting

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

ICE officer under review for alleged mental health struggles, violent behavior amid deadly shooting case in Maine.

Geopolitics

J&K: Amid NH closure, Railways operates special trains to help stranded pilgrims

Times of India – World · India

- Northern Railway operates special trains between Kashmir Valley and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. - Aimed at aiding stranded tourists and pilgrims. - Con…

Geopolitics

UK PM Burnham to welcome Ukraine’s Zelensky in first foreign leader visit

South China Morning Post – World · China

Britain’s Prime Minister Andy Burnham will on Monday host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as his first foreign leader since taking office a week ago, to…

Geopolitics

India saw more than 5,000 child adoptions last year, highest in a decade

Times of India – World · India

India saw a record 5,022 children adopted between April 2025 and March 2026. Domestic adoptions accounted for 4,603 children, while inter-country adoptions num…

Geopolitics

Burnham to meet Zelenskyy at UK naval base in show of ‘unwavering’ support

The Guardian – World · Europe

Ukrainian president will be first overseas visitor for new British prime ministerVolodymyr Zelenskyy will become Andy Burnham’s first overseas visitor as prime…

Geopolitics

PM pledges continued support for Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit

BBC News – World · Europe

The Ukrainian president will be Andy Burnham's first international visitor since taking office.

Geopolitics

Did you approve lethal force, pellet guns: Rahul Gandhi targets Amit Shah

Times of India – World · India

- Congress MP Rahul Gandhi wrote to Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking accountability for police's alleged misconduct. - The letter addresses police's alleged …

Geopolitics

The one voice Hong Kong can’t ignore on ride-hailing? The public

South China Morning Post – World · China

The long-awaited earthquake in Hong Kong’s taxi and ride-hailing scene is almost upon us and the questions are how big the initial shock will be, and how many …

Geopolitics

Flames Advance on Bordeaux, Where Evacuees Balance Dread and Hope

The New York Times – World · US

With surrounding towns in southwestern France evacuated and fire still spreading rapidly, several thousand are sheltering in the city, unsure what will become …

Geopolitics

Israeli settlers set fire to mosques, cars and farm land in West Bank, Palestinians say

BBC News – World · Europe

The latest attacks come two days after a clash between settlers and Palestinians near the village of Tal, which left four Palestinians and two Israelis dead.

Geopolitics

Ship with 4 Indians hit at Ukraine port; 2 safe, fate of 2 unknown

Times of India – World · India

'Get detailed info', P 7

Geopolitics

What’s causing the unprecedented wildfires in Europe?

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

France and Spain have deployed thousands of firefighters, and neighbouring countries have sent help.

Geopolitics

The Accidental Hero Who Faced Down India’s Government

The New York Times – World · US

Abhijeet Dipke founded the Cockroach Janta Party as a joke after a judge insulted young people. The idea snowballed into a generational movement that has chall…

Geopolitics

CJP's win fuels call by 'E20 Janta Party' for no-ethanol option

Times of India – World · India

A new E20 Janta Party has emerged, demanding consumer choice for 100% petrol. This group seeks the resignation of Nitin Gadkari, the transport minister. Transp…

Geopolitics

Israeli government nods to international stabilisation force in Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The ISF, to be staffed by 'friendly countries', will operate in areas outside of Israel's military control.

Tech & Startups

Can Apple make smart glasses that aren’t a constant privacy threat?

TechCrunch · US

As Apple prepares to launch its first smart glasses, the company may also be wrestling with how to address consumer privacy concerns.

Geopolitics

A South African Identity Crisis

The New York Times – World · US

Anti-immigrant activism reveals the contradictions of a country that projects itself as a bastion of human rights.

Geopolitics

Palestinians hope international peace force can rebuild Gaza

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Palestinians in Gaza cautiously welcome Israel’s approval for an international stabilisation force to enter the strip.

Geopolitics

US and Iran hit pause on strikes for second day

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

The relative calm comes amid reports of renewed efforts to restore diplomatic talks.

Geopolitics

Sacrifices of Kargil heroes will inspire generations: PM Modi

Times of India – World · India

Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's growing defense production and export capabilities. He mentioned recent defense technology tests and missile agreement…

Geopolitics

Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of ‘fomenting hate’ in calls for PM’s arrest

The Guardian – World · Europe

Israeli prime minister says ICC’s war crime charges are ‘bogus’ and plans to be in New York for UN gathering this fallBenjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Zo…

Geopolitics

Pentagon’s Iran war death toll no longer lists 4 troops killed during renewed fighting

South China Morning Post – World · China

The four American troops killed during renewed fighting between the US and Iran in recent weeks are no longer listed as part of the Iran war death toll in the …

Geopolitics

Former President Hernandez returns to Honduras after Trump pardon

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Trump called Hernandez's drug-trafficking trial a set-up by the Biden administration.

Geopolitics

What we know so far about the Berlin Pride ramming attack

BBC News – World · Europe

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemns the attack as "heinous" after a suspect drove a car into a crowd near the Tiergarten park.

Entrepreneurship

Tractor Supply Co. to Shut 75 Petsense Stores and Slow Expansion—Here’s Why

Inc. · Global

Softer discretionary spending prompted the rural lifestyle retailer to close underperforming pet supply stores nationwide and scale back plans to open 100 new …

Geopolitics

Houthis claim Saudi drone downed over northwestern Yemen

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Iran-backed Houthi forces claim they shot down a Saudi reconnaissance drone over northwestern Yemen.

Geopolitics

‘Banned chemical’: CPCB red-flags new ‘green’ crackers

Times of India – World · India

Centre Tasked CSIR-NEERI To Cut Pollution Levels By 50%

Geopolitics

‘Not standard’ for Taylor Farms to ask White House to delay cyclospora recall, ex-FDA head says

The Guardian – World · Europe

Scott Gottlieb responds to report that company contacted the White House seeking to delay a recall announcementFormer Food and Drug Administration commissioner…

Geopolitics

Christopher Street Day attack in Berlin: What we know so far

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

On Saturday, a vehicle drove into a crowd near Berlin Pride celebrations in what is being regarded as an attack on the LGBTQ+ community. The main suspect has s…

Tech & Startups

Making sense of the panic over Chinese AI

TechCrunch · US

On the latest episode of Equity, we discussed why Moonshot AI's Kimi seemed to panic Silicon Valley and Wall Street.

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