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Geopolitics

2 suspected Ebola cases trigger airport surveillance, quarantine measures across nation

Following reports of suspected Ebola infections in Bengaluru and Gujarat, Indian health officials have intensified surveillance at airports and introduced stringent quarantine mea…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Haters will say you're not 15': Sooryavanshi turns heads with record knock

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s stunning IPL 2026 season continued with a blistering 97 off 29 balls against SRH, including 12 sixes. The 15-year-old broke Chris Gayle’s record for most si…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Meet the Spanish botanist transforming cities with vertical gardens

Here is a summary of the article in 4 clear bullet points: • The TOI Science Desk team of journalists covers various scientific topics, including genetic engineering, space explo…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Russia's renewed missile blitz on Kyiv: The Oreshnik factor and the future of the Ukraine war

Russia's latest missile and drone assault on Kyiv, featuring the hypersonic Oreshnik, signals a dangerous escalation. Moscow aims to break Ukraine's resilience and psychologically…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Sooryavanshi touches Gavaskar’s feet, then smashes 97 vs SRH - Watch

Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressed on and off the field during IPL 2026. He touched Sunil Gavaskar's feet before an Eliminator match and later smashed a blis…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Kuwait under missile, drone attack after US strikes Iran; what happened at Bandar Abbas?

In a dramatic turn of events, Kuwait's air defense forces successfully neutralized incoming missile and drone threats, reflecting the heightened tensions between the US and Iran. …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Honey Singh reveals he wears a wig, as heavy medication made him bald

In a candid revelation, Yo Yo Honey Singh shares his tumultuous experience with bipolar disorder, which resulted in total hair loss due to extensive medication, leading him to don…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

‘God’ in contact list: CBI uncovers chilling WhatsApp trail in NEET-UG leak probe

In a notable crackdown, the Central Bureau of Investigation detained a paediatrician from Latur and a physics teacher from Pune linked to the NEET-UG 2026 examination leak. This s…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Where do you bowl to Sooryavanshi? Archer’s hilarious reply goes viral

Jofra Archer humorously dodged questions about his bowling strategy against teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi following Rajasthan Royals' dominant IPL Eliminator win. Sooryav…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Man posted image of dog sitting on Indian flag; Allahabad HC grants bail — here’s why

The Allahabad High Court made headlines by granting bail to a man accused of an unsettling social media post featuring the Indian flag alongside a dog. The judges remarked on the …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Watch: Kavya Maran greets Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after SRH exit IPL 2026

Kavya Maran’s post-match greeting for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi went viral after Rajasthan Royals defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. The 15-year-old sm…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Eye on China, Pakistan: India plans major battlefield upgrade for ageing T-72 tanks

India's T-72 tanks, once cutting-edge, are undergoing a significant upgrade under Project Rhino, receiving new engines and advanced fire-control systems. This modernization aims t…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump lookalike buffalo spared in Bangladesh after last-minute government intervention

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk's team of journalists and writers sifts through global events 24/7. • The team aims for accuracy, dept…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Dark seas, floating drug bags, foreign smugglers: Inside Gujarat’s biggest cocaine bust

Gujarat ATS and Coast Guard seized 115kg of cocaine worth Rs 1,150 crore from a cargo vessel near Mundra port, a major maritime anti-narcotics operation. Three foreign nationals w…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Months after Dell CEOdonated $6.25 billion to Trump Accounts, company gets $9.7 billion Pentagon deal

Months after Michael and Susan Dell's $6.25 billion donation to seed children's "Trump accounts," Dell Technologies secured a $9.7 billion contract with the US Department of Defen…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

17 students dead and over 70 injured after fire razes dormitory at Kenyan girls' school

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • TOI World Desk has a team of experienced journalists and writers who work tirelessly to bring you up-to-date news. • …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Djokovic hits out at Paris crowd: 'Won't play any more French players'

After conquering French talent Valentin Royer in a challenging four-set encounter, Novak Djokovic voiced his discontent with the Ville de Paris crowd, who booed him during the mat…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

'Verbal abuse, misogyny': TMC MP Kakoli writes to Om Birla against party MP Kalyan Banerjee

Trinamool Congress MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has lodged a formal complaint with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla against party MP Kalyan Banerjee, accusing him of repeated verbal abuse w…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Four lines that 'layoff email' from Meta Leadership has for those on H-1B visa

Meta has initiated another round of significant layoffs, impacting nearly 8,000 employees globally, with notifications starting in Singapore. While many are let go, over 7,000 wil…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

CBSE exam discrepancy claims: Pradhan issues clarification, takes swipe at Rahul

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan addressed concerns over CBSE Class 12 evaluation discrepancies, assuring no one would be spared if irregularities are found. He critici…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Ashwin fumes at SRH collapse, asks 'management to think' Head’s future

R Ashwin lambasted Sunrisers Hyderabad's reckless batting in their IPL Eliminator loss, particularly criticizing Ishan Kishan's unnecessary shot and Travis Head's overall season. …

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Pentagon clash with SpaceX over Starlink price: Elon Musk 'blames' it on Amazon Web Services

Elon Musk has refuted claims that Starlink increased fees for Pentagon drones during the 2026 US-Iran conflict, calling the report "bs" and attributing it to a former AWS employee…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Shampoo, sacks and more: How is Middle East conflict making your groceries costlier?

Your daily essentials, from shampoo to biscuits, are set to become pricier. A global conflict is driving up raw material costs, forcing companies to hike prices by 3-7% and poten…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Sooryavanshi 'doesn't give a damn about any bowler': Jurel reveals mantra

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls powered Rajasthan Royals to a 47-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. Teammate Dhruv Jurel revealed th…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

50 seconds of terror: Lucknow property dealer shot point blank in broad daylight

A 35-year-old property dealer, Sandeep Singh, was brutally shot dead in a busy Lucknow market. CCTV footage shows two bikeborne assailants firing repeatedly at close range, even a…

Source: Times of India – World ·

Geopolitics

Karnataka CM likely to step down; DKS, Siddaramaiah bonhomie: What happened at breakfast meeting?

Here are 4 clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • The Times of India's (TOI) News Desk is a dedicated team of journalists working around the clock. • Their commitmen…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Iran forces fired at four ships attempting to cross Hormuz: state broadcaster

“Four vessels attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz and enter the Persian Gulf without coordination with the security forces,” IRIB posted on Telegram

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

U.S. military strikes another alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific, killing two

U.S. Southern Command posted a video on social media showing a boat resting on the water before being struck by an explosion

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Two Indian peacekeepers to be honoured posthumously on International Peacekeepers Day

Nearly 180 Indian peacekeepers have made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, the highest number by far from any troop-contributing country

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Iran-Israel war LIVE: U.S. military conducts another strike against Iran after Trump says Iran 'negotiating on fumes'

The mixed signals have thrown into question talks aimed at formally ending the war that began on February 28 with U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

India's energy investment to hit $170 billion in 2026 on solar, grid and refining push: International Energy Agency

‘Investment in solar PV grew annually by 25% in this period, and oil refining by 23%. Together, these two sectors contributed to one-fourth of India's energy investment growth,’ s…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

NASA lays out moon base plans with landers, buggies and drones

For next year's Artemis III, another team of astronauts will practise docking NASA's Orion capsule in orbit around Earth with the lunar landers being developed for crews by Blue O…

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

SpaceX's Starship rockets grounded pending investigation after test flight

The spacecraft continued around the world, releasing 20 mock satellites before ending the mission as planned with a fiery splashdown in the Indian Ocean

Source: The Hindu – World ·

Geopolitics

Trump appears to threaten to ‘blow up’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz control

The U.S. President said Oman must "behave" or he would "blow them up," when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf state to control the Strai…

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Colorado River Shows How Organizations Quietly Destroy Their Own Future

Economists call this the Tragedy of the Commons. It’s a dysfunctional dynamic that may be damaging your organization. 

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

7 Small-Business Ideas You Can Start for Less Than $10,000

Not all startups require a lot of capital to launch. These small-business ideas come with minimal startup costs.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Tech’s Mass Layoffs Are Brutal—but They’ve Created a Massive Opening

As corporate tech goes all in on AI, the unintended consequences are creating opportunities for savvy workers and entrepreneurs alike.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why Disciplined Growth Beats Chasing Every Opportunity

Staying focused on what you do best helps you avoid costly mistakes as you scale.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

The Hottest New Stars in Hollywood Aren’t on Netflix. They’re on Your Phone.

Move over Netflix. Micro-dramas and vertical films are taking over social media and launching Hollywood’s hottest new stars straight to your phone.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Wonder Whether You Get Enough Sleep? Science Says Just Answer These 5 Simple Questions

Where health, longevity, and cognitive ability are concerned, here’s how to know you get the right amount of sleep.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Francis Ford Coppola’s Luxury Jungle Hideaway Is the Creative Reset Entrepreneurs Didn’t Know They Needed

Before burnout became trendy, Coppola built an escape plan.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

An Unlikely AI Stock Just Joined the $1 Trillion Club—and It Still Looks Cheap

Micron has outpaced Nvidia and the rest of the Magnificent 7 handily.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

5 Reasons Why Teams Fail

High-performing leaders don’t automatically create high-performing teams. The teams that succeed invest in building strong relationships, creating trust, and showing up for one an…

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Chocolate Chip Off the Old Block: Fields Good Launches Better-for-You Cookies

Kim Anderson and Ashley Fields, daughter of the food-court famous Mrs. Fields, aim to attract functional-minded sweet tooths with a direct-to-consumer cookie business.

Source: Inc. ·

Entrepreneurship

Why P.J. Tucker Thinks Athletes Need an Identity Beyond Basketball

The real transition wasn’t leaving the NBA. It was redefining identity.

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