Current Affairs
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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsGroom not the man she met on Instagram, bride calls off wedding in UP
A wedding in Shahabad descended into chaos when the bride alleged the groom was not the man she knew online. The man, identified as Devendra Singh Parmar, claimed he was the one t…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'You wouldn't find a guy like him in Hollywood': Trump praises China's Xi Jinping
Donald Trump praised Chinese President Xi Jinping, calling him a respected leader governing nearly 1.5 billion people and suggesting Hollywood couldn't find someone like him. Trum…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFrom doctrine to dominance: how integrated systems shaped Operation Sindoor
Outgoing CDS General Anil Chauhan highlighted India's success in Operation Sindoor, attributing it to integrated systems and superior situational awareness, leading to a non-kinet…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics‘Xi would also like to see the Hormuz Strait open’: Trump on US-China talks
US President Trump revealed Chinese President Xi Jinping desires the Strait of Hormuz reopened to stabilize global energy markets. Both leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics117 killed as storms lash UP with cyclone-like 130kmph winds
A severe thunderstorm and squall ravaged Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, claiming 117 lives and injuring 79. Violent storms, collapsing structures, and lightning strikes caused widesp…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsPM Modi leaves for UAE - what's on his five-nation tour agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a significant five-nation tour. He will visit the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. The visits aim to boost India's…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics‘Dispute over money’: Accused in Delhi bus gangrape case tells cops; what we know so far
Delhi Police have apprehended the driver and conductor of a private sleeper bus. They are accused of raping a 30-year-old woman in Nangloi three days ago. The woman stated she boa…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Compromised PM': Rahul Gandhi's fresh swipe at PM Modi over India-US trade deal
Rahul Gandhi has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of striking a "deal for Adani's release" with the US, rather than a genuine trade agreement. The Congress party echoed these …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Elections over, vasooli shuru': Oppn hits out at PM over fuel hike with 'mehangayi man' jab
Fuel prices have increased across India. Petrol and diesel rates have gone up by Rs 3 per litre. Opposition parties are criticising the Modi government. They state that elections …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAI hit with over Rs 26k-cr loss in 2025-2026: 25% stakeholder took blow of $743m
25% stakeholder took a blow of $743 million and its net dipped 57%
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsOil prices today: Crude rises over 1% as Trump warns Iran, Hormuz concerns persist
Global oil prices surged as President Trump expressed impatience with Iran, fueling fears of Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Brent and WTI crude saw significant weekly gains amid un…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Karuppu' review: Suriya’s screen presence steals the show, fans call it a mass treat
Suriya's powerful presence and mass moments are electrifying audiences in 'Karuppu,' finally released after delays. Fans are raving about the interval sequences and Suriya's perfo…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsYouth late to open Ahmedabad PG facility door killed by roommates
A fatal dispute over a room door at a Vejalpur PG accommodation has claimed the life of 25-year-old Hiren Solanki. Two co-residents allegedly stabbed him after a heated argument e…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFrom Meitei-Kuki to Naga-Kuki: Conflict widens across Manipur’s hills & valley
The complex tensions in Manipur have surged beyond the Meitei and Kuki-Zo conflict, drawing the Naga groups into a heated fray. Retired Lt Gen Prabin Kalita posits that external p…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNIA reveals Pakistan's plan to push 'Ghazwa-e-Hind' through 'doctor-terror' module
NIA's chargesheet reveals Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH) has evolved from a forest-based group to an urban threat, orchestrated by Pakistan-based handlers. This shift, moving from v…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsAs layoffs cross 1 lakh across tech industry, here are AI-proof jobs for engineers
Tech layoffs have surged past 1 lakh in 2026, impacting major firms like LinkedIn and Meta, even as companies invest heavily in AI. While mid-level and entry-level roles are cut, …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNEET UG exam 2026 rescheduled for June 21 after paper leak row
The National Testing Agency has announced a re-examination for NEET (UG) 2026 on Sunday, June 21, following the cancellation of the May 3 exam due to alleged irregularities. Inves…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHormuz crisis: India’s oil stock down 15% since US-Iran war - here’s what it means
Analysts believe that if supply disruptions persist for an extended period, refiners may eventually have to scale back refinery runs or reduce crude processing activity. They say …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsNational Endangered Species Day: Can India’s wildlife laws stop the extinction crisis?
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Priyanshi Rastogi is a journalist for The Times of India. • She covers national and international news, as well as bu…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'When I was in the air ...': UP’s ‘flying man’ survives 50ft storm lift, lands in field
An e-rickshaw driver was lifted nearly 50ft and flung 100 metres by storm winds after trying to secure a tin shed. He landed in a sugarcane field with fractures, his miraculous su…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsPrice prediction: Where are gold rates headed today & what should investors do?
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are seeing a weak intra-day bias, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst - Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. He recommends a sell …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Arshdeep should be banned': Ex-India star fumes over racist remark on Tilak Varma
Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh faces backlash after a video surfaced showing him allegedly making a racially insensitive remark to Mumbai Indians batter Tilak Varma. Former In…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsZoho founder warns AI coding boom may not improve productivity
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu expressed concerns that AI-generated code is increasing code output without a proportional rise in developer productivity. He echoed sentiments that whi…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsFuel gets costlier: Centre raised petrol, diesel prices by Rs 3 - key details
Fuel prices saw a Rs 3 per litre increase on Friday. This move follows significant losses for state-run oil companies due to soaring global crude oil prices. The conflict in West …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsUnnao rape case: SC quashes Delhi HC order suspending Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life term
The Supreme Court has overturned the Delhi High Court's suspension of former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar's life sentence in the Unnao rape case. The apex court has ordered the Hi…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsPaper leak row: Education minister announces computer-based NEET exams from next year
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced NEET UG exams will be computer-based from next year, emphasizing zero tolerance for malpractices amid paper leak allegations.…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation
Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a “spiral of annihilation.”
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsChina urges lasting West Asia truce, reopening of shipping lanes
U.S. President Donald Trump has discussed Iran during a summit in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.K. Health Secretary resigns, setting up potential Labour leadership challenge to Starmer
Kier Starmer is under growing pressure to step down after disastrous results for his Labour Party last week in local and regional elections.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsXi, Trump reach series of new common understandings: China's foreign ministry
The two presidents also agreed to promote the steady, sound and sustainable development of China-U.S. relations, and bring more peace, prosperity and progress to the world, said a…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsHelsinki Airport resumes flights after drone alert pause
The airport suspended air traffic from 4 a.m. to 7 a.m. after safety authorities issued a danger alert for the southern Uusimaa region over a potential drone in the area
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: ‘Energy has been weaponised, Hormuz being taken ‘hostage’: UAE Minister
Here are four clear and concise bullet points summarizing the news article: • UAE Energy Minister says energy has been "weaponized" by some nations. • Hormuz Strait is being take…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Trump thanks Xi for ‘incredible’ China trip, says both ‘feel very similar’ on Iran
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • President Trump thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping after their meeting in China, calling it "incredible". • Trump…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAgree ‘100%’ with Xi Jinping that U.S. was on decline, but under Joe Biden: Donald Trump
U.S. President said the U.S. “suffered immeasurably with open borders, high taxes, transgender for everybody, men in women's sports, Diversity-Equity-Inclusion (DEI), horrible tra…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsCIA director visits Cuba as island nation runs out of oil
The Central Intelligence Agency, at the heart of the decades-long struggle between the United States and Cuba, confirmed a Cuban government statement about Director John Ratcliffe…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraelis mark capture of East Jerusalem with Old City parade, provocative chants
Israel deployed thousands of police officers to keep order in Old City as Jewish nationalists celebrated the capture of East Jerusalem in 1967 war
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsTwo killed as heavy rains batter Sri Lanka; thousands affected
More than 4,000 people have been affected, with more than 100 people from 29 families being placed in two temporary relief centres
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRifts in the Gulf
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has led to devastating wars with over 75,000 Palestinians killed in Gaza and around …
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsConfirmed Ebola outbreak in Congo, says African public health agency
The agency said initial findings suggested the presence of a non-Zaire strain of the virus, with sequencing ongoing to further characterise it
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsJaishankar, Iran’s Araghchi discuss West Asia crisis, energy security and maritime stability
Discussed the situation in West Asia and its implications. Also exchanged views on bilateral issues of mutual interest, says External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipScience Has a Word for People Who Attract Bad Luck—and a Solution
Some bad luck is truly no one’s fault. But research shows that certain mindsets make misfortune much more likely.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThe Brands Winning Right Now Aren’t Running More Ads—They’re Building Presence
Coterie’s recently launched in-hospital gifting program is an example other businesses should follow to find new customers.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipInflation Just Hit a 3-Year High, but Stocks Are Rallying. Here’s the New Macro Rule Every Investor Needs to Know
In the age of AI, economic data simply doesn’t move markets like it used to.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipHe Spent 18 Years as a Software Engineer. AI Replaced Him in Weeks—and Exposed the Reskilling Myth
AI reskilling promises are unrealistic for many midcareer workers, as companies replace experienced staff with cheaper AI specialists.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipThe Internet Is About to Look Very Different. Here’s How Your Company Can Get on Board
A web address ending in .com is boring. What about getting one that ends in .meow?
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