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Geopolitics

Iran security chief threatens neighbors against new U.S. economic measures

The Hindu – World · India

Mohsen Rezaei said Iran would target oil-shipping routes out of the Persian Gulf - alternatives to the Strait of Hormuz - if neighbours join what he described …

Geopolitics

‘Could result in injury or death’: Thanedar urges halting ICE’s electric shock glove plan

Times of India – World · India

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar and colleagues oppose ICE's electric shock glove plan. They warn of potential misuse and severe injury or death from…

Geopolitics

Quake-prone Indonesia’s first nuclear power plant plan stokes safety fears

South China Morning Post – World · China

Coal-dependent Indonesia is reviving decades-old plans to build nuclear power plants that were put on hold following the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster in Jap…

Geopolitics

Microsoft has a 6-word answer for students wondering if coding is still worth it

Times of India – World · India

Microsoft Learn has told students on X that learning to code is worth it "now more than ever", even as AI writes a growing share of software. Satya Nadella say…

Geopolitics

'We're not going to run from it': Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error

BBC News – World · Europe

Runners will receive a medal at the 2026 Sydney Marathon with an engraving of a German stadium.

Geopolitics

Portugal get their revenge on Spain — this time in cricket — after WC heartbreak

Times of India – World · India

Portugal secured a cricket victory over Spain, avenging their football World Cup defeat. The Portuguese team won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Sub Region…

Geopolitics

‘You just can’t trust Trump’: Canadian premiers fire back in trade war

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Provincial premiers have joined Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney, firing back after US President imposed tariffs.

Geopolitics

Iran’s new security chief says neighbours who join US economic war will be considered ‘enemies’

The Guardian – World · Europe

Hardliner Mohsen Rezaei also threatens American economic interests in first interview since appointment to supreme national security councilThe new leader of I…

Geopolitics

40% of India's office occupiers worry about finding quality space through 2028

Times of India – World · India

- 40% of Indian office occupiers worry about securing quality, well-located workspace by 2028. - Companies increasingly seek flexible office spaces to adapt …

Geopolitics

'Masters in our own home': Canada PM Carney explains why talks with US were suspended

Times of India – World · India

Canada has halted trade negotiations with the United States due to perceived inequities in demands, leading to the US imposing hefty tariffs on Canadian export…

Geopolitics

Hong Kong rules out Wang Fuk Court buy-back extension as 100 owners hesitate

South China Morning Post – World · China

About 100 homeowners, or 5 per cent, at fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong have yet to accept the government’s buy-back offer with a week left before the…

Geopolitics

Reddy denied US visit, Gujarat CM cleared: Overseas Congress alleges ‘double standard’

Times of India – World · India

- IOC (Congress's foreign wing) criticizes Centre for double standards in allowing Gujara. - Criticism highlights perceived inconsistency in policy decisions…

Geopolitics

In rural Chad, solar kiosks bring healthcare closer

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Solar-powered telemedicine is helping rural Chadians overcome distance and limited access to doctors.

Geopolitics

Toddler dies after 'severe beating'; 18-year old mother, boyfriend arrested in Georgia

Times of India – World · India

- 18-year-old in Georgia arrested and charged after boyfriend allegedly beat her 2-year-old son. - Son died from injuries sustained during the alleged attack…

Geopolitics

No problem with boys but PM gets ‘cultural shock’ if girls use cuss words: Rahul

Times of India – World · India

Rahul Gandhi addressed women students, criticizing a patriarchal mindset and Prime Minister Modi's reaction. He stated that the fight is against a system that …

Geopolitics

Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt’s 100m world record at humanoid games

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

A Chinese humanoid robot ran 100m in 9.39 seconds, beating Usain Bolt’s 9.58 second world record.

Geopolitics

Hanson forced to intervene after One Nation MP says party’s migration target ‘not too different’ from Labor’s

The Guardian – World · Europe

David Farley says party wants 100,000 migrant rural workers in addition to the 130,000 migration target it considers the ‘true’ numberFollow our Australia news…

Geopolitics

Shoriful Islam makes history with record seven-wicket haul against Australia

Times of India – World · India

Shoriful Islam achieved a historic seven-wicket haul against Australia in the second Test. His exceptional bowling figures of 7/48 marked a significant achieve…

Geopolitics

Canada to hit back with retaliatory tariffs after US trade talks fail

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

The trade standoff between Ottawa and Washington has escalated as Canada announced tariffs on US products. The move comes in response to the US saying that tar…

Geopolitics

More than 20 injured as moderate earthquake shakes northeast Japan

The Hindu – World · India

The quake caused delays to express trains serving Tokyo and Narita Airport and other local trains serving northeastern regions, but Shinkansen bullet trains we…

Geopolitics

Are humanoid robots the future? Chinese makers instead highlight practical design

South China Morning Post – World · China

Humanoid robots were still among the biggest crowd-pleasers at this year’s World Robot Conference (WRC) in Beijing, though other types of robots, such as wheel…

Geopolitics

Bites to bytes: Thai street food app feeds into hunger for authenticity

South China Morning Post – World · China

Bangkok’s best street food has always existed on a kind of mental map for Thai food writer Choltanutkun Tun-atiruj. It is built from habit, cravings and neighb…

Tech & Startups

Two years after launch, Walmart’s Flipkart is closing in on India’s quick-commerce leaders

TechCrunch · US

Flipkart's quick-commerce venture is delivering 1.1 million to 1.2 million orders a day, nearly triple its November volume.

Geopolitics

Tech paradox: fear of being left behind drives China non-programmers to build own AI tools

South China Morning Post – World · China

A growing number of non-programmers across China are developing their own AI tools, primarily motivated by concerns about falling behind as technology reshapes…

Geopolitics

Transshipment scam or efficient supply chain? How U.S. firms turn it into profit?

The Hindu – World · India

Data and industry sources reveal little Chinese ownership of such pumps/components sent to the U.S. by Indian/India-based companies

Geopolitics

Canada to hit US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Mark Carney says Canada will impose tariffs starting September 8 on imports of US steel, electronics and other products.

Geopolitics

No work, no study, no training: 8.7 crore Indian youth caught in a career gap

Times of India – World · India

With over eight crore Indian youth facing unemployment, a lack of vital skills hampers their job prospects. Financial barriers restrict many students from acce…

Startups

Startups, sustainability, style: Gifts World Expo Bengaluru kicks off 6th edition

Your Story · India

In this photo essay, we showcase highlights from an industry-leading exhibition at Palace Grounds, Bengaluru.

Geopolitics

Gujarat store owner shot dead in US in front of 19-year-old daughter

Times of India – World · India

A 56-year-old Gujarati man was fatally shot during a liquor store robbery. The gunman demanded cash and then fired multiple shots inside the premises. His 19-y…

Geopolitics

Trump’s Iran ‘economic pressure’ plan: 5 ways he could squeeze Tehran

Indian Express – World · India

- US plans new sanctions against Iran, targeting oil, shipping, and financial networks, including cryptocurrency and shadow fleets, to curb its war efforts. …

Startups

Software, services, AI: test your business creativity with Edition 246 of our weekly quiz!

Your Story · India

This insightful feature from YourStory tests and strengthens your business acumen! Here are 5 questions to kick off this 246th quiz. Ready?

Geopolitics

Sydney Marathon admits ‘unfortunate error’ as finisher’s medal depicts Munich stadium as race highlight

The Guardian – World · Europe

‘Landmarks’ side of the medal features the Allianz Arena in German city rather than Allianz Stadium in SydneyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest up…

Geopolitics

‘Wrong-side’ driving trend: 12 deaths in Britain, Ireland linked to social media buzz

Times of India – World · India

- Twelve fatalities in under a week from crashes in Britain and Ireland. - Involves vehicles driven on the wrong side of major roads. - Separate incidents …

Geopolitics

'Conveyed our security concerns to US': Israel on Hamas disarmament plan

Times of India – World · India

- Israel raised serious security concerns over a proposed Hamas disarmament deal with the White House. - An Israeli official confirmed the communication to U…

Geopolitics

Amid tensions with Hegseth, US Army secy Dan Driscoll to step down by year-end

Times of India – World · India

US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is reportedly planning to leave his position by late 2026. This departure follows months of reported tension with Defense Secre…

Geopolitics

China builds world’s first custom plant immunity system for epidemic response

South China Morning Post – World · China

Chinese scientists have created an AI-guided platform to engineer custom plant immune receptors to rapidly combat emerging diseases that threaten plants, inclu…

Startups

Our next space race may be closer to Earth

Your Story · India

Before a payload goes to space, it needs to be tested in near-space conditions. But access to such facilities is limited in India, says Red Balloon Aerospace C…

Geopolitics

‘Who would apply medicine to child’s blisters?’ Delhi techie killed over chore; wife, in-laws held

Times of India – World · India

A software engineer died after an argument over household chores escalated. His wife and her brothers allegedly attacked and strangled him at his home. The vic…

Geopolitics

Thousands flee Sudan’s Kordofan fighting for relative safety of El Obeid

Al Jazeera – News · Middle East

Thousands flee Sudan’s Kordofan fighting for relative safety of El Obeid.

Geopolitics

Tropical Storm Moke poised to slam into Hawaii just days after Hurricane Lala

The Guardian – World · Europe

Weather service warns of flooding and mudslides, particularly in areas strongly affected by previous stormTropical Storm Moke is poised to slam into the south …

Geopolitics

Canada’s Carney refuses to take Trump’s ‘bait’, confronting US in trade war

South China Morning Post – World · China

Siding with Canadians weary of provocations from Washington, Prime Minister Mark Carney stood up to US President Donald Trump, rejecting what he called an “unf…

Geopolitics

5.9 earthquake rattles Japan: 23 injured, trains disrupted; no tsunami threat

Times of India – World · India

In the early hours of Sunday, eastern Japan experienced a moderate earthquake, with injuries reported for over twenty individuals, primarily minor. The strong …

Geopolitics

Swedish sword attack victim was 17-year-old girl, police say

BBC News – World · Europe

Two boys aged 12 and 17 were also injured in the attack, while an 18-year-old suspect has been detained.

Geopolitics

Hong Kong can open a lucrative new frontier as Chinese tech IP hub

South China Morning Post – World · China

Since 2021, Hong Kong’s development as a regional intellectual property (IP) trading centre has featured in China’s five-year plans and the policy addresses of…

Geopolitics

Canada retaliates as trade war with U.S. escalates

The Hindu – World · India

Negotiations between the neighbouring countries broke down on August 21 in Washington, putting into force new 50% U.S. tariffs impacting about $20 billion wort…

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