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Backed by Maersk and ₹10,000 crore, India challenges China’s 95% monopoly
Your Story · India
India’s first Maersk-approved EXIM box and 1,000-unit order signal a bold opening challenge to China’s global container dominance.
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Geopolitics
University to roll out screenings at pharmacies to uncover osteoporosis cases
South China Morning Post – World · China
The University of Hong Kong will roll out a screening programme at pharmacies across the city early next year to identify people at high risk of osteoporosis a…
Geopolitics
Germany news: FM Wadephul wraps up Africa tour in South Africa
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul's Africa tour ends today in South Africa, Germany's largest trade partner on the continent. Follow DW for the latest.
Geopolitics
Rubio, Lavrov discussed Ukraine war in Manila, Moscow says
The Hindu – World · India
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov told U.S. Secretary of State that Moscow remained committed to proposals put forward by Presidents Donald Trump and…
Geopolitics
Burnham offers 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs and live music in England – UK politics live
The Guardian – World · Europe
The prime minister said the £100m package would mean the typical pub would save around £1,100 in the next financial yearGood morning and welcome to the UK poli…
Geopolitics
Photos: Gaza’s shelter crisis
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Gaza faces a deepening housing crisis as more than 92 percent of homes have been damaged or destroyed by Israel.
Geopolitics
Husic says Labor ‘allergic to dissent’ as he breaks ranks on key government positions at party conference
The Guardian – World · Europe
Criticism comes as prime minister frames unity as point of difference to political opponents, saying ALP chooses ‘progress over protest’ Outspoken Labor MP Ed …
Geopolitics
Andy Burnham to cut tax for pubs, clubs and live music in England and make vape shops pay more – business live
The Guardian – World · Europe
Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as government says it will review reliefs for ‘anti-social’ businessesPubs and restaurants …
Geopolitics
Marco Rubio says ‘new ideas’ needed to end war in Ukraine after meeting Russia’s Lavrov – Europe live
The Guardian – World · Europe
The US secretary of state said proposals put forward so far were ‘not acceptable to Ukraine’Rubio says there will need to be “new ideas” put on the table to re…
Geopolitics
India slams Pakistan at UN over cross-border terrorism; says Kashmir integral, inalienable part
The Hindu – World · India
At the High-Level Open Debate of the UN Security Council on July 22, India was compelled to reply after Islamabad ‘misused’ the discussion to push a ‘false nar…
Geopolitics
Alibaba unit says 5-in-1 AI gives robots unified brain, body and limbs
South China Morning Post – World · China
Alibaba Group Holding’s mapping unit has unveiled an upgrade to what it calls the world’s first technology framework that unites a robot’s “feet, hands, brains…
Geopolitics
'Will book you in drug case': Mumbai cop threatens student protesters on cam; inquiry ordered
Times of India – World · India
Mumbai Police ordered an inquiry into a viral video showing a police driver threatening students. The driver allegedly warned of fabricated criminal cases and …
Geopolitics
Travellers panic as US attacks Iran-Iraq border crossing
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Travellers panic as US attacks Iran-Iraq border crossing
Geopolitics
Japan’s deadliest fault line shifts, frustrating megaquake forecasts
South China Morning Post – World · China
A Japanese study has found that the locked zone in the Nankai Trough is not permanent but changes over time, further complicating the task of predicting megaqu…
Geopolitics
FBI arrests Indian man Harmanveer Singh in California in drug trafficking case
Indian Express – World · India
- A 31-year-old Indian man, Harmanveer Singh, was arrested by the FBI in California on drug trafficking charges linked to a Canadian transnational group. - H…
Geopolitics
India’s Modi promises fast-track courts for exam fraud fuelling protests
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Cockroach Janta Party protesters are occupying streets in New Delhi, demanding Education Minister Pradhan resign.
Geopolitics
Scottish police officer was rapist who attacked women over 14 years
The Guardian – World · Europe
Alan Greer, who killed himself after officers visited his home, could be ‘Police Scotland’s Wayne Couzens moment’A police officer who took his own life in May …
Geopolitics
Mykhailo Drapatyi: Who is Ukraine's new commander-in-chief?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Ukraine has a new army chief, with Mykhailo Drapatyi replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief. The change follows a cabinet reshuffle that ousted the …
Geopolitics
India's first CWG 2026 medal is already assured before the opening ceremony - Here's how
Times of India – World · India
India has secured its first medal at the Commonwealth Games 2026 before the opening ceremony, with Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain assured of at least bron…
Geopolitics
'Hamesha der kar deta hoon...': Tharoor quotes Niazi to target PM's paper leak response
Times of India – World · India
Shashi Tharoor used a poetic couplet to criticize the government's paper leak response. Prime Minister Modi announced fast-track courts for swift punishment fo…
Geopolitics
Top US and Russian diplomats discuss Ukraine war in Manila
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov 'reaffirmed readiness' for political and diplomatic settlement to Russia-Ukraine war.
Geopolitics
Personal and banking details among customer data stolen in Origin Energy hack
The Guardian – World · Europe
Hackers access Australian customers’ names, addresses, dates of birth, phone numbers and some bank account details, company saysFollow our Australia news live …
Geopolitics
'Bite incidents every day': Delhi HC takes up stray dog issue, launches suo motu PIL
Times of India – World · India
The Delhi High Court has started a suo motu public interest litigation to monitor stray dog management. Notices were issued to the Delhi government and Munici…
Geopolitics
Arsenal defender Saliba sidelined for ‘extended period’ due to back injury
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Centre back William Saliba won't require surgery for injury sustained at World Cup, his club says.
Geopolitics
Palestine Action trial lawyer’s prosecution criticised as ‘chilling’ for profession
The Guardian – World · Europe
CBA chair says contempt charge over closing speech by Rajiv Menon KC has left lawyers fearful of doing their jobThe prosecution of a leading human rights barri…
Geopolitics
Politician’s claim Earth’s magnetic poles could flip if NT doesn’t use more groundwater criticised by experts
The Guardian – World · Europe
NT minister for trade and business Robyn Cahill makes scientifically inaccurate claims while pushing to make territory ‘datacentre capital of the globe’Get our…
Geopolitics
Beavers are expanding into Canada’s Arctic and changing the landscape
Times of India – World · India
A new study has traced the northward expansion of North American beavers into Canada's Arctic by analysing shrub growth scars and satellite images. Researchers…
Geopolitics
India's Ambassador Kwatra meets U.S. Senator Sheehy, discusses defence ties
The Hindu – World · India
India’s envoy to the U.S. Vinay Mohan Kwatra discussed the vital defence partnership between the two nations and appreciated U.S. Senator Tim Sheehy’s support …
Geopolitics
China launches Gravity-1 rocket from sea, places nine satellites into orbit
Times of India – World · India
- TOI World Desk's team delivers global news with accuracy, depth, and timeliness. - Focuses on international affairs and interconnected stories shaping the …
Geopolitics
Carmakers lobbied UK to revoke ban on petrol and diesel cars after 2035
The Guardian – World · Europe
BMW, Ford, Nissan and Toyota, plus parts maker Bosch, wrote joint letter to ministers in AprilMajor carmakers privately lobbied the UK government to revoke a b…
Geopolitics
China’s durian imports from Thailand and Malaysia soar as glut pressures growers
South China Morning Post – World · China
China’s durian imports rose 47 per cent, year on year, in the first half of 2026, with Thailand and Malaysia posting particularly strong gains, according to cu…
Geopolitics
Explained: Why Cotton is India's "White Gold"
Times of India – World · India
Competitive Exam explainers | Agriculture
Geopolitics
'Might hinder ongoing trial': SC cancels Sonam Raghuvanshi's bail in honeymoon murder case
Times of India – World · India
- TOI News Desk operates 24/7 with dedicated journalists to deliver current, comprehensive global news. - Committed to excellence, the team gathers, verifies…
Geopolitics
US House passes Republican-only $95 billion Iran war budget plan
Indian Express – World · India
- House Republicans passed a $95B funding bill for Iran military campaign and Trump priorities, 216-214, amid party-line voting and Senate uncertainty. - Pen…
Startups
A founder's guide to crypto tax: Managing digital assets without compliance risk
Your Story · India
A forgotten crypto trade can turn into an expensive tax notice. India's crypto tax rules are simple on paper but often misunderstood, especially around TDS, lo…
Geopolitics
Indian-American Amish Shah wins Democratic congressional primary from Arizona
The Hindu – World · India
Amish Shah, a three-term member of the Arizona House of Representatives, defeated Marlene Galan-Woods, a candidate backed by the Democratic Congressional Campa…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong police officers lose appeal over framing homeless man, evidence cover-up
South China Morning Post – World · China
Four disgraced Hong Kong police officers have lost their appeal against convictions and jail terms for framing a homeless man for drug possession and destroyin…
Geopolitics
'I am still alive': Indian activist on hunger strike for 26 days loses 11kg
BBC News – World · Europe
Sonam Wangchuk has been the main draw at the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest in Delhi.
Geopolitics
'Pushing through with painkillers': CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke falls ill
Times of India – World · India
CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke announced his temporary absence from the Jantar Mantar protest site. He has been suffering from fever and severe body pain for sever…
Geopolitics
Rohit IN; Samson OUT: Ex-India cricketer picks India squad for 2027 ODI World Cup
Times of India – World · India
Former opener Abhinav Mukund has revealed his 2027 ODI World Cup squad. He included veteran Rohit Sharma and excluded Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Shubma…
Geopolitics
Hong Kong gears up for city’s first test run of fully driverless vehicles
South China Morning Post – World · China
Hong Kong has approved a trial scheme for fully driverless autonomous vehicles, with the technology to be tested on Airport Island without a person at the whee…
Tech & Startups
ServiceNow bets $40 million on Indian banking software specialist to expand its financial services push
TechCrunch · US
ServiceNow's investment gives BusinessNext a strategic partner to expand its AI-powered banking software globally.
Geopolitics
Between hope and fear: Yemenis react to Houthi blockade on Saudi Arabia
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Yemenis fear a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia could reignite war, deepen shortages and worsen hunger.
Startups
Reliance Retail launches AJIO Beauty, expands footprint in personal care segment
Your Story · India
The new platform combines the fashion-first digital reach of AJIO with the beauty expertise of Tira, the company's omnichannel beauty venture, to create what i…
Geopolitics
Thailand launches manhunt after 5 soldiers killed, civilians injured in deep south
South China Morning Post – World · China
Thai authorities said on Thursday they are searching for the people responsible for an attack in the country’s troubled deep south region that killed five sold…
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