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Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsWon’t revisit ‘Hinduism a way of life’ ruling, SC says in Sabarimala case
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • The Indian government is dealing with the issue of "faith vs fundamental rights" after a court ruling quashed a Sabar…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsKohli scripts history with unbeaten ton, becomes fastest ever to...
Virat Kohli etched his name in T20 history, becoming the fastest to 14,000 runs in just 409 innings. He celebrated this milestone with a match-winning unbeaten 105, his ninth IPL …
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsIndia bans sugar exports till Sept 30 amid supply concerns; exemptions for EU, US quotas
India has banned sugar exports until September 30 to control domestic prices amid fears of lower production. This move is expected to impact global supplies and boost internationa…
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics75 days of Hormuz chaos: Oil prices remain high as Trump-Xi talks near
Oil prices saw a slight uptick as traders awaited crucial talks between US President Trump and China's Xi Jinping. Lingering concerns over the Strait of Hormuz disruptions and the…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVirat Kohli reveals why the celebration wasn't a 'big one' after scoring 100
Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten 105 to guide Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026. Chasing 193 in Raipur, RCB won with five balls…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsPrateek Yadav dead: 6 ‘unexplained injuries before death' raise questions
Prateek Yadav's postmortem revealed a massive lung blood vessel blockage caused his heart and respiratory system to collapse. Doctors preserved his heart, lung clot, and viscera f…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsVenugopal, Satheesan or Chennithala? Suspense on Kerala CM to end today
Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the article: • Congress will announce Kerala's next Chief Minister on Thursday morning. • The announcement comes after nine days of …
Source: Times of India – World ·
Geopolitics'Home Alone' at White House: Vance jokes as Trump visits China for key talks
Vice President J.D. Vance likened his solitary White House presence to Macaulay Culkin in "Home Alone" due to Secret Service rules preventing him from traveling with President Tru…
Source: Times of India – World ·
GeopoliticsHeavy rain and dust storm leave 33 dead across Uttar Pradesh
A devastating storm swept through five districts of Uttar Pradesh, claiming at least 33 lives and causing widespread destruction. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered immedi…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran executes man accused of spying for Israel, allegedly trained by Mossad
Iran executes Ehsan Afrashteh, a spy trained by Mossad, who was arrested and tried for espionage and collaboration with the Zionist regime
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPortugal aims to stop relying on EU funds; seeks to become net EU contributor: PM Luis Montenegro
"We are mobilising Portugal to be prepared, not to stand with an outstretched hand asking, but to present credible, ambitious, strong projects that can be selected on the bas…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsU.K. police pull bodies of three women from sea at Brighton
Local media reported that multiple emergency vehicles, lifeboats and a helicopter attended the scene on the seafront on the eastern side of the city in southern England
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsMacron faces backlash after interrupting Africa summit panel in Kenya
French President Emmanuel Macron faced backlash after interrupting a panel discussion at an African summit in Kenya
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUAE designates 21 Lebanese individuals, organisations as terrorists over alleged Hezbollah links
An official Emirati news agency published the names of 16 Lebanese nationals and five organisations based in the Mediterranean country
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsGlobal Faultlines podcast | Why Lebanon remains in perpetual crisis
In this episode, we examine how Lebanon’s post-war recovery gave way to economic collapse, political paralysis, and renewed conflict, from the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah war to the 201…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsShots heard at Philippine Senate as lawmaker wanted by ICC holds out; no casualties reported
Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, former president Rodrigo Duterte's chief drug war enforcer, has holed up at the building since May 11
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsTrump arrives in China for talks with Xi
They last met face-to-face in October 2025 in Busan, South Korea
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsGlobal fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say
Scientists warn that climate change and El Nino could fuel severe wildfire outbreaks this year
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran now defines Strait of Hormuz as far larger zone, IRGC officer says
Iran has broadened its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a larger operational zone, an officer from Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Tuesday (May 12, 2026)
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsUtah woman who published a book on grief after husband’s death to be sentenced for his murder
A Utah woman found guilty of aggravated murder in her husband’s death finds out how long she will spend in prison at a sentencing hearing in Park City, Utah
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAfrica must drop 'victim mentality': mogul Tony Elumelu
Nigerian investor Tony Elumelu called on African countries to prioritise economic development and infrastructure over colonial-era mistrust of foreign powers.
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsFive convicted in connection with Matthew Perry’s death
The prosecution of five defendants stemming from the death of “Friends” star Matthew Perry is coming to a close
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsWatch: Gold and silver import duties doubled following Modi’s appeal | Above the Fold | 13.05.2026
In today’s episode Union government steps up austerity measures as the West Asia crisis deepens, with the Centre doubling gold and silver import duty and BJP leaders cutting convo…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsKing’s Speech outlines U.K. govt. agenda as Starmer’s future hangs in the balance
The U.K.’s commitment to the West’s military alliance — NATO — was “unbreakable”, he said
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia continues Ukraine attacks as Trump talks of possible peace
Russia renewed its hardline demands for ending the Ukraine war, ruling out a ceasefire or comprehensive negotiations with Ukraine unless it withdrew from the eastern Donbas region
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsraeli drone strikes on vehicles in Lebanon kill 12, including 2 children
Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold another round of direct talks in Washington on Thursday
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsPalestinians say West Bank teen killed by Israeli fire
Four others were injured in the incident
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsMass protests in Argentina decry Milei's funding cuts to prized public universities
Like his powerful backer and ally U.S. President Donald Trump Milei routinely attacks university campuses as bastions of “woke” indoctrination
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsChina’s economic strengths now rival that of the U.S.
Beijing continues its economic rise and has now become a diplomatic powerhouse
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsElusive peace: On the Russia-Ukraine war
Europe must push for a negotiated settlement to Ukraine war
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsAssam ships first legal agarwood chips to West Asia
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates receive the consignment, unlocking an industrial potential of ₹50,000 crore
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsNetanyahu’s office says he visited UAE secretly during the Iran war
The announcement comes just a day after U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee revealed that Israel had sent Iron Dome air-defence weapons to the UAE along with personnel to oper…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsRussia to fulfil all agreements on energy supply to India: FM Lavrov
Stating that 'Hindi-Rusi bhai bhai’ (Indians and Russians are brothers), Mr. Lavrov said that's not just a fun slogan to chant, it has become part of our culture
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIn Iran’s holy city of Qom, Indian volunteers serve sharbat amid war fears and protests
For many here, it is a symbol — that while governments may change positions and diplomacy may fluctuate, ordinary people can still choose compassion
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael-Iran war LIVE: Iran working on Hormuz ‘protocol’ to cover ‘costs’, says Dy FM Gharibabadi
Israeli airstrikes struck seven vehicles in Lebanon, killing 12 people including a woman and her two children, the Lebanese Health Ministry said
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsIran working on Hormuz ‘protocol’ to cover ‘costs’, says Deputy Foreign Minister Gharibabadi
Hinting at UAE, Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says “a neighbouring country that is also a member of the BRICS” is trying to scuttle a joint statement by seeking condem…
Source: The Hindu – World ·
GeopoliticsDonald Trump, China’s Xi Jinping meet for high-stakes talks in Beijing
The two leaders will also enjoy a state banquet at the hall in the evening, and Mr. Trump will visit the historic Temple of Heaven, a World Heritage site where China's emperors on…
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipWant to Age More Slowly? Science Says Do More of What You Actually Enjoy
Bottom line: Go ahead, and get a sitter.
Source: Inc. ·
EntrepreneurshipHow AI Agents Are Solving the Federal Government’s 200-Day Onboarding Nightmare
Federal onboarding takes 200 days, creating a critical talent gap. Here’s how AI agents can compress the learning curve and modernize the government workforce.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsSaaS company Zoho invests Rs 70 Cr in ONDC
Zoho's investment in Open Network for Digital Commerce is aimed at expanding digital access for the small businesses in the country.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsCybersecurity focused AI startup Exaforce raises $125 M in Series B funding round
The investors in the round were HarbourVest, Peak XV, Mayfield, Khosla Ventures, Seligman Ventures and AICONIC.
Source: Your Story ·
StartupsHow Flent and Cashfree Payments are rewriting the rules of renting in India
As Flent sets out to turn renting into a managed, move-in-ready experience, Cashfree Payments is the infrastructure making it scale.
Source: Wired ·
Tech & StartupsNASA’s Curiosity Rover Got Its Drill Stuck on a Rock. Here’s How They Freed It
This is the first time NASA has encountered a situation like this, and it took nearly a week to resolve.
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsChina-US trade talks kick off in Seoul ahead of high-profile leaders’ summit
Senior officials from China and the United States have started a new round of trade talks in Seoul, South Korea, hours ahead of US President Donald Trump’s scheduled arrival in Be…
Source: South China Morning Post – World ·
GeopoliticsIsrael strikes Lebanon as 380 reported killed since April 17 ceasefire
Israel hammered south Lebanon with strikes on Tuesday ahead of talks between the two countries in Washington, as Beirut reported 380 people killed in Israeli attacks since an Apri…
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