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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAs layoffs across tech industry cross over a lakh, position for this engineering job has gone up 700%
Tech layoffs have crossed a lakh in 2026, with Meta, Cisco, Intuit, PayPal and Cloudflare slashing thousands of jobs as AI restructuring takes hold. But one engineering role is bo…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsDid Sooryavanshi deliver the greatest batting campaign in IPL history?
If the question is which batter produced the most extreme combination of volume, speed and power across a single IPL season, the evidence points overwhelmingly in one direction. T…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHow Mathura ashram became trap for women; ex-IITian sadhu held for sexual abuse
An IIT Roorkee graduate, posing as a spiritual guru in Mathura, has been arrested for allegedly luring and sexually exploiting young women. The accused, Abhishek Mishra, used onli…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIs Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Rubio says Iran supreme leader 'increasingly engaging'
In a surprising announcement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei is not only alive but also taking a more hands-on ap…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Ab sab chuk jayega': The IPL dream that will free Mukul Choudhary's family from debt
After a breakthrough IPL season with Lucknow Super Giants, Mukul Choudhary is set to fulfil a dream far bigger than cricket: helping his family clear a long-standing bank loan. Fr…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy did Taiwan, South Korea overtake India? Drop from 5th to 7th largest stock market - explained in 10 charts
At a time of global economic turmoil, why are some global markets like the US, Taiwan and South Korea rallying? Why has the Indian stock market slipped from record highs, giving n…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsRacketeers log in again! Guaranteed scores offered in NEET re-exam for hefty price
New racketeers are reportedly selling 'NEET re-exam question papers' and 'guaranteed scores' online for hefty sums, ranging from Rs 60,000 to Rs 20 lakh. An activist has lodged a …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'AIADMK tie-up cost vote share': What 'sidelined' Annamalai told BJP top brass
Former BJP Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai resigned, citing party sidelining and poor election results, including a dropped vote share. He met Amit Shah and Nitin Nabin, with sources…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIran targets US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait; America strikes Qeshm Island as ceasefire frays
Kuwait's air defense systems intercepted incoming missiles and drones, with loud explosions reported across the country. The military confirmed these were the result of air defens…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsMore Trump tariffs? US names India in its Section 301 findings; proposes additional duties
The USTR released the outcome of 60 investigations conducted under Section 301, identifying India among 54 economies that, according to its assessment, do not have adequate measur…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUN warns of extreme heat risk from El Nino, urges preparedness
The WMO has warned that a developing El Niño could drive higher global temperatures and increase the risk of heatwaves, droughts and heavy rainfall in the coming months
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsCongo re-opens airport at centre of Ebola outbreak
Democratic Republic of the Congo has reopened Bunia airport in Ituri province, the epicentre of the Ebola outbreak, as authorities seek to restore access to critical supplies whil…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsFormer Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa allowed to testify online on rights activists' disappearance hearing
At the time of the right activists' disappearance, Mr. Rajapaksa was accused of overseeing abduction squads that whisked away rebel suspects, critical journalists, and activists, …
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIraqi national pleads not guilty in 18 attacks in Europe, calling himself 'prisoner of war'
“I'm not guilty in a war situation, I'm a prisoner of war. I'm not a threat. Children and women are being killed by your rockets,” says Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsBenin’s leader starts first Presidential visit to Niger since 2023 coup
Beninese President Romuald Wadagni arrived in Niger for talks with junta leader Tiani, as the two neighbours seek to improve relations and revive security cooperation
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsICC suspension unexpected, but corrective measures under way: Cricket Canada
Responding to the decision, Cricket Canada said it respected the ICC's ruling and remained committed to fulfilling all compliance requirements
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWHO says suspected Ebola cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out
The WHO said on May 29, that there were 906 suspected cases of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 223 suspected deaths that were being inv…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsChina detains top mapping scientist Zhou Chenghu in anti-corruption probe
Zhou Chenghu, one of China’s leading map-making scientists, is under investigation for suspected serious violations of duty as part of the country’s ongoing anti-corruption campai…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran’s inflation hits World War II levels, deepening economic pain
Iran’s annual inflation rate reached a record high in May, its highest level since World War II, amid economic turmoil, a weakened currency, and concerns over renewed conflict
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsNetanyahu faces criticism after U.S. President Donald Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from political rivals after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a halt to planned Israeli attacks on Hezbollah
Source: The Hindu – World ·
Geopolitics‘Some kind of apocalypse’: Kyiv resident recalls terror of Russian attack
A Kyiv resident described scenes of panic and devastation after a large explosion struck her apartment block during one of the latest Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Iran-U.S. deal uncertain | Mufti calls for Ladakh-like J&K unity | Above the Fold | 02.06.2026
From stalled Iran ceasefire talks and reports of a Trump-Netanyahu clash to Mehbooba Mufti’s appeal to New Delhi and Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing’s India visit - here are o…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPope names first lay woman to head Vatican department
Maria Montserrat Alvarado, currently president of the Catholic media outlet EWTN News, will take up her post on November 1, the Vatican said in a statement. She was born in Mexico…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRubio says Mojtaba Khamenei alive and ‘increasingly engaging’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope for a deal with Iran, while insisting that Tehran must severely limit its nuclear program in order to see sanctions lifted.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael arms exports hit another all-time high: Ministry
"Israel's all-time defence export record has been broken for the fifth consecutive year, with $19.2 billion in 2025 — a nearly 30% surge compared to the previous year, more than d…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsVenezuela Opposition leader wants transition without 'revenge'
"Those who now hold interim power have also had to recognise that Venezuela cannot be stabilised, recovered, or governed indefinitely without the democratic majority that expresse…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael kills 8 in southern Lebanon, a day after Trump said Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate
Israel threatened on June 1 to strike Beirut's southern suburbs, causing panic in the Lebanese capital as thousands fled to safer areas and Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Isr…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump signs AI order giving government access to powerful models
The central provision allows companies such as OpenAI, Google or Anthropic to give the government access to their most powerful models for up to 30 days before planned release.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsSouthampton murder involving kirpan sparks anger against police response and fears of religious division
Vickrum Digwa, 23, was sentenced on Monday to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years for killing 18-year-old Henry Nowak in Southampton on December 3, 2025
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links
The report also revealed how Nobitex continued operating even after the government-imposed internet shutdown, processing millions of dollars of transactions
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.S. military says it has ‘defeated’ Iran missile, drone attacks in Gulf
U.S. Central Command also denied claims by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards that they had struck the headquarters of the U.S. Navy’s Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and a separate air base in t…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWest Asia war LIVE: U.S. military says it has ‘defeated’ Iran missile, drone attacks in Gulf
Iran Guards said that they have attacked the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters and an airbase and helicopters in a regional country using missiles and drones, in response to what…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsOver two lakh applicants paid $100,000 for H-1B visas: DHS Secretary Mullin
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said applicants paying $100,000 get their papers processed in about 15 days and it takes about 7.5 months to process oth…
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Explosion at fireworks factory in Malta
Two men were injured in the explosion and were taken to hospital with minor injuries.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsInfluencers sought to sell Cambridge homes in China
An estate agent is looking for tech-savvy students to help find buyers in China and Hong Kong.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsHow Cornish miners brought football to Mexico
As Mexico prepares to become the first country to host or co-host the World Cup three times, BBC Sport looks at its Cornish footballing roots.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsSix people killed in Iowa domestic dispute, police say
The suspected shooter was found dead near a bridge with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities say.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsMissing lab worker found dead in New Mexico nearly a year after disappearing
Melissa Casias' case was part of debunked speculations about recent deaths and disappearances in the US scientific community.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsAustralian ex-minister launches crowd-funded inquiry into Aukus submarine deal
Inquiry will look at whether Australia will receive the submarines and whether it will make the country safer.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump administration will abide by ruling halting $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund
The justice department says it "disagrees strongly" with a court decision to halt the establishment of the fund.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsChina goes after 'ghost kitchens' to rein in cut-throat food delivery apps
The thousands of "ghost kitchens" - online shops that don't actually exist - have spooked Chinese consumers.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsSabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home
The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsWhy Myanmar president's India visit is being closely watched
Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation.
Source: BBC News – World ·
GeopoliticsTwo people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan
The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility.
Source: NBC News – World ·
GeneralRussia targets Kyiv with massive overnight attack
More than a dozen people were killed and hundreds more inured after an overnight barrage of Russian missiles and drones targeted the Ukrainian capital. Russia had previously warne…
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