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Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'People climbed down using sarees': Moments from Delhi apartment fire that killed mother & 2 kids
A devastating fire ripped through a five-storey building in Govindpuri, Delhi, early Friday, claiming three lives and critically injuring two. Trapped residents made desperate esc…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIn the age of AI sovereignty anxiety, could China be a safe bet for middle powers?
EU tech sovereignty may prove an “illusion” in an AI world dominated by China and the US, a Chinese expert has argued, urging Beijing to seize the opportunity during Donald Trump’…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMehidy Hasan Miraz rushed to hospital after Bangladesh's series win over Australia
Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz was hospitalised for observation after suffering a concussion from a Riley Meredith bouncer during the team's historic ODI series win over Au…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIs your landlord asking a hefty security deposit? Here's how much they can legally charge
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI Real Estate Desk is a team of journalists and market watchers providing insights on the Indian property lands…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHow US went from barring oil exports to becoming world's top crude seller
The US has surged to become the world's top oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia. This significant shift, driven by robust domestic production and strategic reserve re…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWant a Better Brain? A Massive New Study Says It All Comes Down to Just 1 Unexpected Habit
The strongest predictor of improvement was engagement.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThree killed as Ukraine and Russia exchange cross-border attacks
Officials say two people were killed in Russia's Bryansk, while a woman was killed in Ukraine's Sumy.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsSpaceX IPO: Should Indian investors buy the stock that is set to make Elon Musk a trillionaire?
At the IPO price of $135 a share, SpaceX commands a market valuation of around $1.75 trillion, placing it among the most valuable publicly traded companies globally despite not ye…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsUS-Iran ceasefire? Not for Indian sailors being killed in Hormuz
The United States military has struck three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz this week, killing three Indian sailors.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAhead of G7, Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stake
The Canadian Prime Minister has downplayed Trump’s most recent comments about Canada becoming the 51st State
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNEET UG paper leak accused seeking to write re-exam, denied bail plea hearing
A Delhi court deferred hearing on Yash Yadav's interim bail plea for the NEET UG exam, deeming it premature as he lacks an admit card. The court will revisit the matter on June 16…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsVideo: US defends visa denials at World Cup
The US has defended visa denials that have prevented officials and fans from travelling to the World Cup.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsThe deal that could reopen Strait of Hormuz: What Trump and Iran are negotiating
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers sifts through global events to bring you latest news and diverse per…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Denmark's new JASSM-ER missiles could transform its F-35 combat power
In a pivotal step towards strengthening its defense, Denmark is poised to purchase 200 state-of-the-art JASSM-ER missiles from the United States, with a budget of around $842 mill…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Exam window extended to 195 mins': NTA rolls out 'student-friendly' measures for NEET UG 2026
NEET (UG)-2026 will feature a longer exam window, now 195 minutes, from 2:00 PM to 5:15 PM. Candidates will receive four rough-work pages, with two placed at the booklet's beginni…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Approach EC': SC rejects Congress leader Meenakshi's plea against rejection of RS nomination
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The TOI News Desk is a team of dedicated journalists working around the clock. • Their mission is to deliver current …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsBangladesh, India pledge closer border cooperation amid migration row
Bangladesh and India have agreed to deepen cooperation along their shared border with improved intelligence sharing and coordinated patrols, according to a joint statement release…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsElon Musk poised to make history as world’s first trillionaire
SpaceX's record-breaking IPO catapults Musk to unprecedented wealth amid rising angst over global inequality.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsFrom small towns to global impact: India’s MSMEs are powering the next wave of entrepreneurship
From small towns to global impact: India’s MSMEs are powering the next wave of entrepreneurship As India continues to work toward becoming a global innovation and entrepreneurshi…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsProtesters clash with police during World Cup opening match
Protesters and police clashed outside Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium just before the FIFA World Cup’s opening match.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
Geopolitics‘Spy turtles’ and ‘spy fish’ being used to monitor Chinese waters, Beijing claims
Ministry says animals fitted with sensors by foreign agencies collect sensitive sea data, in ‘invisible secret war’China’s ministry of state security has claimed that foreign espi…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPaddy Power owner Flutter to scrap listing on London Stock Exchange
Gambling business, which also owns Betfair, to focus on New York in latest high-profile blow to UK stock marketBusiness live – latest updatesThe gambling group that owns Paddy Pow…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Only legal notice issued': Meenkashi Natarajan defends Rajya Sabha nomination
Congress Rajya Sabha candidate Meenakshi Natarajan defended her nomination papers, stating a legal notice is not a pending criminal case. She asserted that all relevant details we…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUN chief condemns attack on tanker that killed three Indian seafarers: spokesperson
The Secretary-General underscored that the exercise of navigational rights and freedoms, in accordance with international law, must be respected
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina investigates 3 more officials over deadly Hunan fireworks factory blast
A series of emergency management and local government officials in central China’s Hunan province have come under investigation following a catastrophic fireworks factory explosio…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsPope Leo’s visit lays bare Spain’s tangled politics of faith and migration
The American pope's message underlines the rift between his Catholicism and that of Spain's far right.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong restaurants eye 20% business boost as 1,000 win in dog-friendly licence ballot
Pet-friendly caterers in Hong Kong say a new licence allowing dogs in restaurants from July could lift business by up to 20 per cent, after 1,000 operators secured places in the s…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsMountain of war: The India-Pakistan conflict’s deadliest battle zone
After their war last May, India and Pakistan reached a truce. But deaths continued on the world's highest battlefield.
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsRemembering Jaspal Rana: Indian shooting icon behind Manu Bhaker's Olympic success
Indian shooting mourns the loss of Jaspal Rana, a celebrated Asian Games gold medallist and multiple international winner, who passed away at 49. Rana, a prolific shooter and infl…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsPokémon Go data trained AI that could assist military drones in war zones
Location scans from the globally popular augmented reality game have helped train AI to recognise and interpret physical spacesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updat…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsWorld Cup day 2: USA, Canada begin – schedule, predictions and how to watch
North America's two other cohosts take centre stage on Friday as Canada and the US begin their FIFA World Cup campaigns.
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsThai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies at 47 after three years in coma
The princess, who was known for her legal work, died in a Bangkok hospital after years of illness.
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsNigerian man unable to claim Italian lottery win gains residency permit
Former street seller celebrates newfound rights after debacle in claiming €500,000 scratchcard prize while undocumentedA Nigerian man who won €500,000 in an Italian lottery – but …
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong can be more than New York and Silicon Valley combined: Paul Chan
Hong Kong can be “more than New York and Silicon Valley combined” by positioning itself as a hub that integrates global financial depth with technological innovation and manufactu…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsPak's first Hangor-class submarine arrives in Karachi: Why India is watching closely
Pakistan's Navy welcomed its first Hangor-class submarine, a Chinese-derived vessel featuring advanced Air Independent Propulsion. This marks the start of an eight-submarine induc…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'They do it when it suits them': Jaishankar on US tariffs and shifting stance on Russian oil
Jaishankar criticized Western nations' double standards on sanctions, particularly regarding India's purchase of Russian oil. He highlighted that the US itself encouraged India to…
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsIN-SPACe selects 3 startups for funding under its Technology Adoption Fund scheme
The startups are Bengaluru-based companies Astrobase Space Technologies and SatSure Analytics India and TM2SPACE Technologies from Hyderabad.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIs baby hungry, sleepy or just unhappy? These Japanese apps help interpret cries
Crying without a clear reason can be a major source of anxiety for parents. As families look for new ways to navigate the uncertainty of early childcare, Japanese developers are r…
Source: The Guardian – World ·
GeopoliticsJemma Stapleton, Australian sprinter and Stawell Gift finalist, dies aged 25 on family holiday
Flood of tributes for Victorian athlete, who died while overseasFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLo…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIn Malaysia, over 1,000 Orang Asli rally for land rights: ‘we’re not going anywhere’
More than 1,000 Orang Asli, the indigenous people of Peninsular Malaysia, rallied outside a federal ministry in Putrajaya on Friday in a rare mass protest to demand recognition of…
Source: Al Jazeera – News ·
GeopoliticsIran war day 105: Trump halts attacks after Kharg Island threat
Trump cancels planned Iran attacks, saying talks are close to a result as Tehran reviews a proposed US deal.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsHong Kong retiree gets 40 hours of community service for slapping 5-year-old boy
A Hong Kong retiree has received 40 hours of community service for slapping a five-year-old boy who threw a tantrum and berated his domestic helper at a shopping centre earlier th…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsBomb threat to IndiGo flight at Lucknow airport; security checks underway
A Lucknow-Delhi IndiGo flight experienced a delay on Friday due to a hoax bomb threat. The aircraft, carrying approximately 180 passengers, was held at the apron after a tissue pa…
Source: BBC News – World ·
Geopolitics'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut
The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIndonesia’s US$8 million visa scandal threatens drive for talent, investors
A major immigration corruption scandal could mar Indonesia’s ambition to entice foreign funds and high-skilled workers, according to observers, further tanking investor confidence…
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