Current Affairs
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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsShubman Gill surpasses MS Dhoni, enters elite India ODI list
Shubman Gill achieved a significant milestone by reaching 1,000 ODI runs in just 954 balls, surpassing MS Dhoni. This feat came during his brilliant 154 against Afghanistan, where…
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsAI is hurting Apple in more ways than one: it may force iPhone price increases
CEO Tim Cook said in a recent interview that the situation is "unsustainable."
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) – World ·
GeopoliticsLive updates: Trump signs interim agreement to end Iran war
President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have signed an initial agreement to extend the ceasefire for another 60 days and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. DW has…
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralTrump touts deal with Iran as administration releases text of agreement
President Trump touted the preliminary peace deal with Iran, which now leads to 60 days of further talks. Critics said the deal gives away too much to the Iranian regime. NBC News…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNSE files for Rs 30,000 cr IPO, to be largest ever in India
India's largest stock exchange, NSE, has filed for an IPO aiming to raise over Rs 30,000 crore, potentially becoming the nation's biggest public offering. This move follows years …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsDiplomat confirms that US and Iran have signed MoU electronically
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says the agreement has been finalised and signed with the US.
Source: BBC News – World ·
Geopolitics'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Most famous tree in the world’: Sherwood Forest’s 1,000-year-old Major oak dies
Nottinghamshire tree, one of Europe’s oldest and largest, fails to produce leaves after being stressed by series of hot, dry summersThe Major oak, one of Europe’s oldest, largest …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsSolstice-aligned 5,000-year-old monument ‘once in a lifetime find’, say archaeologists
Wessex Archaeology suspect they have uncovered a prototype for world-famous Stonehenge site in WiltshireA 5,000-year-old monument that was aligned with the summer and winter solst…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong’s HKU and CUHK among world’s top 20 universities – a first for city
The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) have been ranked among the top 20 in a global league table – the first time two of the city’s univ…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy the US-Iran deal may fail to revive shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
As US President Donald Trump moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz through a peace deal with Iran, major shipping companies such as Maersk are likely to stop short of resuming norm…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsThe Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsSenate targets Hegseth’s travel in standoff over apparent Iran school attack, boat strikes
Frustrated lawmakers are increasing pressure on the defense secretary to get answers they’ve sought for months.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsHot Mics Catch Trump, Carney and Other Leaders Off-Guard at G7
Snippets of conversations picked up on microphones at the annual Group of 7 summit in France offered a glimpse behind the scenes, as leaders chatted about issues great and small.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsThe Korean Telecom Giant at the Center of Anthropic’s Mythos Controversy
Days before Anthropic took its most advanced AI models offline, the White House ordered the company to revoke SK Telecom’s access to Claude Mythos over claims of alleged ties to C…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsThe US and Iran publish their official agreement. Here’s what’s in it
A senior US official on Wednesday released the text of an agreement reached between Washington and Tehran to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, after months of conf…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsFrance Assembled an African Dream Team. Senegal Could Not Stop Them.
Many see the rivalry between France and Senegal as a result of colonial heritage. But at the same time, European teams are more African than ever.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsLok Sabha speaker to hear Abhishek tomorrow on split in TMC
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla invited TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee for a meeting on June 19. • The meeting is…
Source: The Washington Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump defends his Iran deal, criticizes longtime ally Israel as G-7 ends
In a sprawling news conference at the G-7 summit in France, the president touted the economic benefits of the ceasefire and threatened force if it fails.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsJapan ramping up defence is 'critical' to prevent war, Defence Minister Koizumi tells BBC
Japan needs to revisit the pacifist posture that has defined it since World War Two, Shinjiro Koizumi says.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsUS House staff visit Ghislaine Maxwell’s prison after claims of laptop and puppy
Epstein associate’s lawyer rejected preferential treatment claims in January, saying ‘humane treatment isn’t special’Staff from the House oversight and judiciary committees visite…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump Angrily Defends Iran Deal and Reveals, Again, His Obsession With Obama
President Trump denied that the United States would be part of a $300 billion rebuilding fund for Iran and argued that his agreement was better than the one Barack Obama struck in…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsCannabis commercialisation not decriminalisation drives up usage, study finds
Review reveals rise in users and rates of psychosis in countries where cannabis is sold commercially Decriminalising the possession of cannabis or strictly regulating access to t…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsKane double fires England past Croatia in World Cup thriller
Harry Kane scores twice, while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also net, as England beat Croatia 4-2 in 2026 opener.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCan't ask Global South to bear Iran war brunt alone: PM Modi at G7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the ongoing impact of West Asian crises on the Global South, urging international solidarity. He proposed a global skills partnership and …
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump’s Iran deal is result of unrealistic ambitions for an untenable war
US entered war with maximalist goals and exits it with pragmatic decision to end conflict despite political costMiddle East crisis – live updatesAs the adage goes: no plan of batt…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFather arrested for bid to kill girl over 'transgender traits'
A father in Auraiya has been arrested for allegedly attempting to murder his 14-year-old transgender daughter. He reportedly beat her with a stick and threw her into a canal, moti…
Source: Inc. ·
Entrepreneurship‘A Funeral Home Atmosphere’: The Company Behind Johnnie Walker and Don Julio Is Suddenly Bracing for Major Layoffs
Following a sharp slump in global spirits consumption, the company’s CEO has ordered a reduction in headcount.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
Geopolitics‘Climate change in trade’: battle lines drawn on Europe’s new China strategy
As national EU leaders meet in Brussels to thrash out a possible new China policy, speculation is high as to where they all stand amid fluid member-state dynamics. In the last par…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipJetBlue Will Close a Key Operational Base and Reduce Service at 2 Major Airports This Fall
While the airline is planning to decrease its presence in the Northeast, it’s going all in on the Sunshine State.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsComedy show fallout: Karnataka to issue norms on handling cadavers
Karnataka government will soon issue guidelines for medical students on appropriate behavior and respect towards donated bodies for study. This follows viral clips of students dis…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSeafarers issue of ‘utmost importance’: Modi to Trump
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit, discus…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump likes Canada’s Chinese EV deal, Carney says after chat caught on hot mic
US President Donald Trump is happy with Canada’s arrangement to allow a capped number of Chinese electric vehicles to be imported at a low-tariff rate, Prime Minister Mark Carney …
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsAl Jazeera journalist reunited with family in Khartoum after years of war
Al Jazeera journalist Al-Tahir al-Mardi has been reunited with his family in Khartoum after three years of separation.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsHuawei CFO’s admissions can be used at criminal trial, US judge rules
CFO Meng Wanzhou said in 2021 that Huawei illegally conducted business in Iran.
Source: TechCrunch ·
Tech & StartupsChi-Hua Chien saw Facebook coming — now he says the real AI winners won’t be selling AI
Chi-Hua Chien has spent more than two decades as a venture capitalist, but he thinks like a cultural anthropologist.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsAs China’s ‘check-in culture’ intensifies, it’s time to set some limits
Nobody knew how the tree grew popular online, but for about two months, villagers near Xian, the capital of Shaanxi province, found drones flying over their wheat fields. One vide…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWhy Thieves Are Suddenly Targeting the Trash Behind Beachside Restaurants
Two men were just arrested in Delaware for stealing this common waste product. Here’s why officials don’t think it’s an isolated incident.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDelhi High Court seeks government's reply as Telegram challenges ban over NEET retest
The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre for its response on the ban imposed on Telegram, which is challenging the temporary restriction ahead of the NEET-UG retest. The governme…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThieves with bulldozer carry out ATM heist in 4 minutes
CCTV footage released by police shows thieves using a bulldozer to tear an ATM from the front of a bank.
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump Criticized Obama’s Iran Deal, but New Deal Would Also Offer Tehran Relief
The agreement outlines a $300 billion plan to rebuild Iran, and says sanctions would be lifted in the future.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMeet Yoane Wissa, who scored DR Congo’s first-ever goal at a World Cup
Wissa, who nearly lost his sight in 2021, scored a header marking DR Congo’s historic return to the World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsGilgo Beach killer sentenced to life without parole
New York’s Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life without parole for the murders of eight women.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsCristiano Ronaldo becomes oldest outfield player to start a World Cup game
Breaking records at the tender age of 41, Cristiano Ronaldo stepped onto the pitch as the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match, showcasing his extraordinary career in…
Source: The New York Times – World ·
GeopoliticsFinland Lifts a Nuclear Weapons Ban, Eyeing an Uncertain World
The Nordic country, which shares an 830-mile border with Russia, said the move would strengthen the NATO alliance, which it joined three years ago.
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