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Iran goes after Israeli 'spies' in Tehran, files 50 cases for collaborating with arch-rival during recent conflict

judiciary spokesman Asghar Jahangir said Saturday that only “some have been informed of their charges as spies". He said the judiciary would not let the cases drag on

Russian FM Lavrov cautions US, South Korea, Japan against security pact targeting North Korea

Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in the eastern North Korean city of Wonsan on Friday to hold talks with his North Korean counterpart, Choe Son Hui

Chinese colonialism? Beijing forcing 1 mn Tibetan children into boarding schools, erasing cultural identity

At least 100,000 are preschoolers between the ages of 4 and 6, and over 900,000 older children from Tibet have been forcibly placed in Chinese government-run boarding schools

Russian FM Lavrov meets Kim Jong Un amid strengthening Russia-North Korea ties

Pyongyang dispatched hundreds of troops to Russia's Kursk area to drive out Kyiv's forces and supplied the Russian army with artillery rounds and missiles

'Was this avoidable?': Families of Air India crash victims seek answers

Grieving relatives of some of the 260 victims are looking for more answers after a preliminary report.

Israeli official admits Iran can recover enriched uranium buried under Isfahan

Israeli official warned that if Iran is able to recover uranium buried underground, it would be noticed and Israel will strike again

Two Palestinians killed in West Bank settler attack, health ministry says

The two men, including a dual US citizen, were killed when Israeli settlers attacked the town of Sinjil, according to the Palestinian health ministry.

20, including children, killed in Myanmar air strike on monastery: Report

A local resident confirmed that the monastery hall was "completely destroyed", adding that he saw some bodies loaded into a car and transported to a cemetery at dawn on Friday after the air strike

Boeing reaches last-minute settlement with Canadian man whose family died in Ethiopia crash, evades trial

The trial, scheduled to kick off Monday in Chicago’s federal court, was meant to assess damages for a Canadian man whose wife and three young children lost their lives in a tragic 2019 plane crash in Ethiopia

Hasina's daughter Saima Wazed put on indefinite leave by WHO

Earlier this year, Bangladesh's Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) accused Hasina's daughter of using her mother's influence to achieve her victory as the regional chief of the WHO

Air India report may lead to answers, but not closure for families

As experts analyse the findings of the report, it provides little comfort to the families who lost their loved ones.

FBI chief Kash Patel, deputy Bongino may quit Trump admin over Bondi's handling of Epstein Files: Report

FBI head Kash Patel has reportedly pointed to his frustrations with Attorney General Pam Bondi, especially over the contentious Epstein files issue

German backpacker Carolina Wilga survives 12 days lost in WA outback

Her van broke down 35km off-track in dense bushland near Karroun Hill.

Kenya protests: 38 killed in clashes over economic issues and police violence

The protests are against President Ruto, highlighting police brutality and corruption.

El Chapo’s son Ovidio Guzman Lopez pleads guilty to drug charges in Chicago

Ovidio Guzman Lopez of the Sinaloa cartel agreed to co-operate in a plea deal.

Gaza ceasefire talks on verge of collapse, Palestinian officials say

Senior Palestinian officials accuse Israel of deliberately stalling the negotiations in Qatar during the prime minister's US visit.

Rio de Janeiro pitches to become permanent home of Brics, mayor hopes to boost city's global profile

Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Paes has sent a letter to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, formally expressing the city’s interest in hosting the bloc's headquarters

US sanctions Cuban president on the fourth anniversary of historic protests

The United States was restricting visas for the Cuban president and other high-ranking government officials, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an X post on the fourth anniversary of historic anti-government protests in Cuba

Federal judge says voice-over artists' AI lawsuit can move forward

The two voice over artists allege their voices were stolen by an AI voice startup.

Why cockpit audio deepens the mystery of Air India crash

Fuel cut-off switches flipped seconds after take-off in Air India crash, preliminary report finds.

Nearly 800 Gazans killed in recent weeks seeking aid, says UN

Israel began easing a more than two-month total blockade of aid in late May. Since then, a new US- and Israel-backed organisation called the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) has effectively sidelined the territory's vast UN-led aid delivery network

'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aid

Two of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded.

A bridge too far? Prague railway project draws criticism

The 123-year-old Vysehrad railway bridge is set to be replaced but conservationists say it should stay.

US military shipment to Ukraine officially resumes, says Zelenskyy as Russia pounds Kyiv

Washington had halted the shipment of defensive arms to Ukraine last week, but resumed the transfer a few days later after Zelenskyy expressed concerns about the impact of the pause on the country's defence against Russia

Is William Ruto the most disliked president in Kenya's history?

More than 100 people have been killed in a wave of protests and public anger, described as "unprecedented".

North Korea's Benidorm-style resort welcomes first Russian tourists

Details of how it was built - in a country largely closed to the outside world - are shrouded in secrecy.

West Asia News Live: Record £7m Birkin bag sale highlights influence of West Asian capital in global luxury market

West Asia News Live: Follow our real-time coverage as we unpack critical events shaping the heart of West Asia. From power plays in diplomacy and security to shifts in energy strategies and economic overhauls, we bring you sharp insights into the region's fast-moving landscape

Intense Med Sea heatwave raises fears for marine life

Sea temperatures around places like Majorca exceeded 30C earlier this month, far above average.

'Never seen anything like this': Trump visits flood-hit Texas, defends first responders

Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were in the Hill Country of central Texas to meet first responders, victims' families and local officials, a week after a rain-swollen river swept away houses, camp cabins, cars and people

Africa News Live Updates: Raila Odinga's support for Kenyan government raises questions about his 2027 election plans

Africa News Live Updates: Stay connected as we bring you unfolding developments from across the continent — from power shifts and peacebuilding to bold strides in tech, trade and climate resilience. Explore how African nations are shaping their futures, responding to global pressures and driving change through diplomacy, innovation and community action

Trump surveys damage in Texas as search continues for 160 missing

Efforts to find and identify the scores of dead and missing continue into a second week.

The beauty and brutality of life in the shadow of Kashmir killings

BBC visits ground zero of the April attack in Pahalgam where locals are picking up the pieces of their broken lives.

Canada's Carney talked tough on Trump - now some say he's backing down

Canada has made concessions to win goodwill with the White House. Trump, in return, has threatened steeper tariffs.

Trump visits Texas amid criticism over flood response delays

Evacuation alerts in Kerr County were reportedly delayed by several hours.

US has resumed military supplies to Ukraine, Zelensky says

It comes after US President Donald Trump announced a new deal to supply air defence systems via Nato.

Watch: What we know about the fuel switches on Air India flight 171

A preliminary report investigating the Air India crash finds both fuel switches were moved to the off position.

An Indigenous Australian community is fighting to protect sacred springs from a coal mine

One Aboriginal family has been fighting for nearly a decade to protect the Doongmabulla Springs.

Trade trumps geopolitics as Australia PM visits China

The visit comes as countries around the world navigate the US president's "America First" policies.

Donald Trump and the Scots: A not-so special relationship

Past visits suggest the US president's latest trip to his mother's homeland is unlikely to receive a warm welcome.

US court rejects plea deal for '9/11 mastermind' Khalil Sheikh Mohammed

The deal would have allowed Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to avoid the death penalty in exchange for life without parole.

Trump’s State Department layoffs affect 1300 amid workforce cuts

The Supreme Court allowed mass firings of federal workers to proceed.

Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods

Trump has threatened blanket levies of 15% or 20% on most trade partners, and says he will soon announce new tariffs on the EU.

Armed men kidnap, kill nine bus passengers in Balochistan, BLF claims responsibility

Pakistan's authorities retrieved the bullet-ridden bodies of nine bus passengers kidnapped by insurgents in a spate of attacks on buses in the mountainous southwestern province of Balochistan, officials said on Friday

UN expert Francesca Albanese vows to continue work despite US sanctions over Israel ICC case

On Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Francesca Albanese would be added to the U.S. sanctions list for her actions, which he described as prompting illegitimate prosecutions of Israelis at the International Criminal Court

I lost half my body on 7/7 – but every day I remind myself how lucky I am

Telegraph: Twenty years on, a survivor and her rescuer share their memories.

Customs duties surge under Trump, yet US deficit grows by $64 billion

The Treasury Department reported on Friday that the budget shortfall increased by $64 billion to $1.3 trillion in the first nine months of the fiscal year

Several books on the mushroom trial are already cooking. What are the risks and rewards of fast books on big news?

Few criminal trials in recent history have piqued the public interest like Erin Patterson's conviction for poisoning three extended family members with a beef wellington spiked with death-cap mushrooms.

Rubio meets China’s Wang amid trade tensions, says odds of Trump-Xi meeting high

"It’s a visit he (Trump) wants to undertake, and so we’ll work on finding the right date for that, but I’m sure it’ll happen because the president – both presidents - want it to happen," said Rubio

Paris prosecutors expand investigation into X amid free speech, data concerns

The action increases the pressure on Musk, a former supporter of US President Donald Trump who has accused European governments of undermining free speech and has shown sympathy for some of the region's far-right groups

Unprecedented hunger crisis’: MSF warns of acute malnutrition in Gaza

The medical charity reported that acute malnutrition has reached a "all-time high" at two of its Gaza Strip sites

A ceremony of silence: Echoes of mana and a chief's ascent

In Fiji, a new chief from an eminent dynasty emerges before the crowds, shrouded in silence, accompanied only by the sound of birds.

Missing German backpacker Carolina Wilga found alive in Western Australia outback

Carolina Wilga was found alive nearly two weeks after going missing.

Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protests

A stray bullet burst into Bridgit Njoki's home while police were clashing with anti-government protesters.

Trump heads to Texas to survey devastation after July 4 floods kill 120

Last Friday, heavy rains sent a wall of water roaring down the Guadalupe River in the early morning hours of the US Independence Day holiday. The disaster is the deadliest of the Republican president's nearly six-month term in office

Russians tell the BBC how they think the Ukraine war will end

Russian victory is a key message at the 'Patriotic Festival' a few miles outside Moscow.

Dozens taken to hospital after suspected mass overdose in Baltimore

At least 27 people have been admitted to hospital, some of whom are in a critical condition.

Netanyahu visit yields no Gaza ceasefire, but Trump gets Nobel nomination

Despite Trump throwing his weight behind a push for a 60-day truce between Israel and Hamas, no breakthrough was announced during Netanyahu's visit, a disappointment for a president who wants to be known as a peacemaker and has hinged his reputation on being a dealmaker

Watch: Moment child gets stuck inside a claw machine

The child was rescued unharmed from the toy crane game in the US state of Ohio by first responders.

Gaza's largest functioning hospital facing disaster, medics warn, as Israel widens offensive

Nasser hospital in Khan Younis has a critical shortage of fuel and had to stop admitting patients after Israeli tanks advanced nearby on Thursday.

Lebanon's President Aoun says only state will hold weapons, dismisses normalisation with Israel

President Joseph Aoun's comments came as the Trump administration is trying to expand the Abraham Accords signed in 2020 in which Israel signed historic pacts with United Arab Emirates and Bahrain

Kurdish PKK burns guns in cauldron in big step towards ending Turkey conflict

The ceremony took place under tight security at a cave in Iraqi Kurdistan - the disarmament process is expected to last all summer.

Netanyahu was ready with Gaza ceasefire plan in April 2024: Report

The plan, which included a proposed six-week truce and the release of hostages held by Hamas, was drafted and shared secretly with Egyptian mediators, though never formally presented to Netanyahu’s cabinet, according to a report

Aerial brinkmanship: China’s JH-7 comes within 30 metres of Japan’s YS-11EB amid soaring tensions

For two days straight, Chinese fighter planes flew dangerously close to Japanese military aircraft in international airspace. This is the latest episode of China's aggressive military posturing in the Indo-Pacific region as it asserts its expansionist goals.

Australia’s Aboriginal delegation urges UNESCO to protect ancient rock art

Murujuga, a remote location in Western Australia, is one of the thousands of sites under consideration. According to estimates, there are over one million petroglyphs – engravings that might date back 50,000 years

Nigeria has 'enough problems' and can't take deportees from US, minister says

Nigeria cannot accept Venezuelans because "we already have over 230 million people," says the foreign minister.

More than 150 arrests in global human trafficking crackdown

Thousands of potential victims are identified in operation involving 15,000 officers from 43 countries.

Iran could recover some enriched uranium after US strikes, Israeli official says

The US has insisted that Iran's nuclear facilities were completely 'obliterated' during strikes in June.

Bangladeshi smugglers attack BSF team in night raid, 2 caught with drugs; jawan injured

Two of the gang members were nabbed and taken to the outpost for interrogation, while others escaped to their side, the BSF said

'An irreversible turning point': Turkey seeks to close chapter on Kurdish movement as PKK disarms

As Kurdish armed group PKK started disarmament today as part of its dissolution, Turkey claimed it as a 'milestone' and an 'irreversible turning point' in the Turkish-Kurdish conflict.

FBI’s polygraph purge: Kash Patel-led US agency using lie detector to test staff loyalty, says report

Since Kash Patel assumed charge as the Director of Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the agency has intensified its reliance on polygraph tests — not just to guard national secrets, but to test employee loyalty as well, according to a report

Trump's mass layoff plan back on track, White House prepares for sweeping job cuts

The White House on Tuesday had applauded the Supreme Court ruling but stopped short of saying agencies could immediately execute the workforce reduction plans they drafted at Trump's direction earlier this year

Outrage builds over plan to force all Gazans to southern city

Critics denounce a plan by Israel's defence minister to relocate all Palestinians in Gaza to a small area in the south.

War crimes being committed in Sudan, ICC believes

The court says there are "reasonable grounds" to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan.

‘Pakistan’s Lashkar, Jaish pose threat to India, Nepal must not become transit for terror’

The warning from the Nepali official came while speaking at a high-level seminar organised by the Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE) in Kathmandu on July 9.

Flesh-eating pests are coming. US plans to counter them by releasing millions of flies from planes

The US government is planning to carry out a shocking plan in which they will take millions of sterile New World screwworm flies that they have bred in a facility and dump them over the US-Mexico border. The aim is to kill off the species, which is known to eat the flesh of cows and horses

London’s Heathrow Airport plans to give you better travel experience with a $13.6 bn-infra push

Heathrow Airport plans a £10 billion upgrade to enhance passenger experience, expand capacity and reduce emissions without taxpayer funding

Rubio meets Wang Yi in a first in-person meeting, his second with rival counterparts in 24 hours

Less than 24 hours after holding talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio conducted his first face-to-face meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the final day of the Asean Confrence.

Japan's petabit: The world's fastest internet speed that can download 67 million songs in a second

Japan has set a new world record for the fastest internet speed ever achieved at 1.02 petabits per second. About 16 million times faster than India’s average internet speed of 63.55 Mbps, this high internet speed could, in theory, download the entire Netflix library or about 67 million songs in under a second

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill six, including five at school shelter

Al-Awda Hospital in central Gaza received casualties after firing near an aid point.

Watch: Child migrants' fears trying to cross the Channel

Nearly 20,000 people arrived in the UK in the first half of 2025 by crossing the Channel in small boats

Russian sabotage wave sweeps Europe, intel agencies cite over 70 incidents since Ukraine invasion

Russian sabotage operations across Europe have surged dramatically since the invasion of Ukraine, with intelligence agencies reporting over 70 incidents

The original Birkin sells for Rs 86.23 crore. It was born in a plane on a vomit bag

An over 40-year-old handbag has sold for a whopping €8.6 million ($10 million or Rs 86.23 crore) at a Sotheby’s auction. But this isn’t any ordinary bag; it’s the original Birkin made by luxury brand Hermes for French style icon Jane Birkin. Shockingly, this style symbol had the most unfashionable start — it was designed on a vomit bag on an airplane in the early 1980s

Taiwan takes cue from Ukraine's fight against Russia to prepare for potential Chinese invasion

The drills began with exercises to counter the actions of Chinese Coast Guard and maritime militia ships that have been harassing Taiwanese ships around offshore island groups close to the Chinese coast, the Defence Ministry said

'I created it myself': The boy behind the viral 'aura farming' boat racing dance

Over the past few weeks, a boy dancing on the prow of a racing boat has become an internet sensation.

Pakistani teen killed by father over TikTok account, police say

The family tried to portray the murder as a suicide in Rawalpindi.

‘We missed none’: NSA Doval hails India’s indigenous tech power, cites precision of Op Sindoor

Emphasising the importance of indigenous technology, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval lauded India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. Doval made these remarks at the 62nd Convocation of IIT, Madras.

Balochistan ambush: Armed men abduct and kill 9 bus passengers in restive Pakistan province

Armed men kill 9 people in Balochistan after abducting them from multiple buses across the province. No group has claimed responsibility as of now.

Russian air defence intercepts 155 Ukrainian drones, two people killed

Two people were killed in drone attacks in the Lipetsk and Tula regions.

Trump to host Philippines’ president ‘very soon’ to discuss security, economic ties; date not final yet

US President Donald Trump said that he would host his Philippine counterpart in the White House “very soon”. The two nations intend to discuss strengthening economic and security ties

Chinese ship caught hiding presence in Bay of Bengal: Report cites French maritime intel

The French company flagged a particular Chinese research vessel that was in close proximity to Indian waters and was constantly present in the Indian Ocean

Indus treaty paused, India speeds up Chenab dam project, says report; Pakistan to face heat

Amid the growing tensions between India and Pakistan over the Indus Water Treaty, reports are emerging that India is seeking a loan of Rs 3,119 crore to expedite the construction of the Kwar Dam under the Chenab Dam Project.

From bullets to ballots: Kurdish fighters lay down arms, 5 key things about Turkey-PKK peace deal

The move comes in response to a historic call by jailed PKK founder Abdullah Ocalan in February, urging them to end their decades-long insurgency and embrace democratic means to defend the rights of Turkey's Kurdish minority

Trump says he is 'disappointed' in Russia, hints at making 'big statement' on Monday

While expressing his discontent over stalled peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, US President Donald Trump said he is disappointed at Russia, hinting at making a 'big statement' on Monday

Who is Harjit Singh Laddi, the Khalistani behind the shooting at Kapil Sharma’s cafe in Canada?

Khalistani terrorist Harjit Singh, who goes by the alias Laddi, has claimed responsibility for the shooting at Indian stand-up comic Kapil Sharma’s newly inaugurated Kap’s Café in Canada’s Surrey. An operative of Babbar Khalsa, Laddi is one of India’s most wanted and has a reward of Rs 10 lakh on him

UN's Gaza investigator Francesca Albanese slams Trump, calls US sanctions 'sign of guilt'

Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur for the West Bank and Gaza, condemned the Trump administration for imposing sanctions against her. She went on to describe the move as a 'sign of guilt'.

Top Ukrainian spy shot dead in Kyiv in suspected assassination: Report

A CCTV footage purportedly shows a man exiting an apartment building in Kyiv during daylight, carrying a few bags toward a parked car. As he approaches the vehicle, a masked individual, seemingly armed, confronts him. The assailant appears to fire, and the man collapses

UK, France bolster nuclear bond amid concerns over Russia's growing aggression and US's aloofness

In targeting a "reboot" of defence ties with a focus on joint missile development and nuclear co-operation, while also firming up support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, Europe's two nuclear powers also hope to send a strong signal to Moscow

'Bombing has stopped but...': US tells citizens travelling to Iran is 'not safe for anyone'

State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce announced the launch of a new website, saying that all information related to travel advisories to warn Americans against going to Iran will be posted on the platform

Asia is reeling from Trump's tariff salvo – is anyone winning?

The US president has reset the tariffs clock again, leaving Asia's export-driven economies in limbo.

Trump imposes 35% tariffs on Canada starting August 1

It was the latest of more than 20 such letters issued by Trump since Monday, after he repeatedly threatened to simply decide a tariff rate for countries as negotiations continue over his "reciprocal" tariffs

Pro-Palestinian leader Mahmoud Khalil sues Trump administration for $20m over 'false' arrest

The 30-year-old was freed from a federal immigration detention center in Louisiana last month, hours after a judge ordered his release on bail

Africa News Live Updates: Trump praises Liberian president for speaking 'good English'

Africa News Live Updates: Welcome to our live blog covering the latest from across Africa. Follow real-time updates on political transitions, security operations, regional integration efforts, economic innovation, climate impacts, migration trends and grassroots activism. Track the continent’s evolving stance on global affairs and its efforts to tackle internal and external challenges across sectors

West Asia News Live: Hamas claims agreement to release 10 hostages amid ceasefire talks

West Asia News Live: Welcome to the news world from West Asia, your live source for real-time updates and analysis from one of the world’s most strategically vital regions. From shifting alliances and diplomatic breakthroughs to economic reforms and civil movements, we bring you the stories shaping West Asia today. Follow the latest on regional powers like Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Israel as they tackle complex internal dynamics, energy strategies, security developments and global negotiations. Stay informed on what’s unfolding and what it means for the world

'We're worried about our future': Srebrenica massacre's tensions still felt 30 years on

While communities in Sarajevo mark three decades since the massacre, denial of the genocide in on the rise.

Brazil hits back at Trump tariffs as Lula threatens 50% levies on US goods

Lula said that Brazil is planning to appeal to the World Trade Organisation and propose international investigations into Trump tariffs and “demand explanations” from the US government over its trade measures

Israeli strike kills 10 children queuing outside medical centre in Gaza

The attack occurred at a medical centre run by Project Hope when people gathered to collect nutritional supplements and receive medical treatments. The facility has been shut down until further notice

Row over language turns violent in India's richest state

The Maharashtra government has backtracked on a move to make Hindi mandatory in schools, but tensions continue.

In the country with the world's lowest birth rate, fertility clinics are booming

Growing demand for IVF treatments is stoking some optimism in South Korea's demographic crisis.

'I can't drink the water' - life next to a US data centre

Residents in rural Georgia say the data centre next door has disrupted their water supply.

The $16.6m bag: Original Birkin smashes records at Paris auction

The bag was named after the actor, singer and fashion icon that Hermès created it for - the late actress Jane Birkin.

Mali’s junta chief grants himself indefinite presidential term amid political crackdown

Mali's junta chief has granted himself a five-year presidential mandate, renewable "as many times as necessary" and without election, in a law made public Thursday

Paris chosen as nerve centre for post-ceasefire Ukraine force; US joins talks for the first time

Countries prepared to provide troops for a post-cease-fire force in Ukraine agreed to set up a headquarters in Paris for a rapid deployment after hostilities end in Russia's war on its neighbour..

Got positive signals on resuming military aid from US, says Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy confirmed that Ukraine has been provided with “a timetable and details of weapons supplies,” amid intensified Russian attacks

Huawei eyes AI chip foothold in foreign markets as supply challenges drag on

The Chinese tech giant has approached potential buyers in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Thailand to promote its older-generation Ascend 910B processors

Shubhanshu Shukla, Axiom-4 crew set to undock from ISS on July 14: NASA

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and three other crew members of the Axiom-4 mission are set to return to earth from the International Space Station on July 14, NASA said on Thursday.

‘Can’t stand idle as China…’: US Senators join call for new Taiwan law to check Chinese ‘grey zone tactics’

A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced new legislation to strengthen Taiwan’s undersea cable resilience and counter China’s grey zone tactics. The bills seek to improve maritime security and defend Taiwan’s international standing amid increasing geopolitical pressure from Beijing.

Colonel from Ukraine's domestic spy agency shot dead, manhunt ongoing

A colonel in the domestic spy agency, Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), was gunned down in broad daylight in the capital’s southern Holosiivskyi district on Thursday

Starmer, Macron announce ‘one in, one out’ migration deal, seal defence and Ukraine agreements

Starmer and Macron announced a “one in, one out” returns scheme, under which Britain would return to France undocumented migrants arriving in small boats, while accepting an equal number of legitimate asylum seekers with family ties in the UK

Three-layered scam, fake ED officers, and mule accounts: Here's how Cambodia call centre extorted crores

A cybercrime ring operating from Cambodia had been impersonating Indian officials to scam vulnerable people of crores of rupees. It was discovered following the arrest of a 24-year-old Indian woman, Khushi Chaudhary

Visa for ₹23 lakh? Dubai-based firm apologises for false claims about UAE Golden Visa rules

Dubai-based Rayad Group has apologised for spreading false information about UAE Golden Visa rules, admitting there is no lifetime visa for a one-time ₹23.30 lakh payment. The firm retracted its claims after the UAE’s identity authority rejected the reports and has now halted its visa advisory services.

Rubio holds 'frank' talks with Lavrov, says he's 'disappointed' over lack of progress on Ukraine

Rubio on Thursday said he conveyed his “disappointment and frustration” to Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov over the lack of progress in ending the war in Ukraine, describing their exchange as “a frank and important conversation”

Watch: Houthis release drone videos of two Liberian-flagged ships they sank

Following the attacks, the Yemen-based militants also released video footage of their attacks that sank two Liberian‑flagged cargo vessels, putting up a visceral reminder of a growing security threat in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes

‘Don't kill them, break their legs’: Kenyan president to police on how to control protesters

Kenya’s president on Wednesday broke his silence on recent anti-government protests that left dozens dead, urging police to “break the legs" of those who stole and burned property during the demonstrations.

Pakistan President Zardari being asked to resign 'malicious rumour', says minister

"I have categorically stated that there has been no discussion, nor does any such idea exist about the president being asked to resign or the COAS aspiring to assume the presidency," said Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi

Pakistan is a state-sponsor of terrorism, FATF lists the reasons

The FATF has formally flagged the role of states in sponsoring terrorism, with Pakistan emerging as a key focus. The global watchdog's detailed report bolsters India’s long-standing claims, citing Pakistan-based groups' involvement in cross-border terror and financial facilitation networks.

A new nuclear shield for Europe: Macron wraps up London visit with key France-UK nuke pact

In a joint declaration, the UK and France agreed for the first time to coordinate the use of their nuclear deterrents in the face of “extreme threats to Europe”, according to a report

Falling producer prices in China, and slowing inflation in SE Asia has a story to tell: Trump is transnational

China’s falling producer prices and Southeast Asia’s slowing inflation reveal a deeper, transnational impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies

Luxury brand scandal: Whistleblower sues drinks giant Moët Hennessy over sexism, toxic culture

A whistleblower’s case has brought to light the sexist and toxic work culture at LVMH, the luxury giant that owns brands like Louis Vuitton and sells luxury wines and spirits under Moët Henness division. After a woman complained she was fired after she complained of sexual harassment and gender discrimination, accounts of more employees’ have surfaced that describe the company’s toxic work culture.

Indian student pilot killed in mid-air crash in Canada’s Manitoba province

An Indian student pilot was killed in a midair crash in Manitoba province of Canada, according to the Consulate General of India in Toronto.

UK faces escalating threat from Iran comparable to Russia, warns parliamentary report

Parliament’s Intelligence and Security Committee findings have revealed that UK is priority target for cyber and physical attacks as well as assassinations, according to a report

Air India crash: Black boxes intact, ‘good data’ extracted, investigators tell lawmakers

Indian investigators of the deadly Air India airliner crash that killed 260 last month told a meeting of lawmakers that the plane's black boxes were not damaged.

Your coffee just got expensive as Trump launched tariff war on Brazil over Bolsonaro ‘witch hunt’

Arabica coffee prices on the New York exchange rose more than 3.5 per cent on Thursday morning in reaction to Trump's threat to impose 50% tariffs on imports from Brazil, the world’s largest producer of arabica coffee

Rubio meets Lavrov in Malaysia as Russia hammers Ukraine, Trump trains gun at Putin

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Malaysia amid Russia’s latest strikes on Ukraine. The meeting signals a tougher US stance, with Trump reversing course on Putin by approving new arms for Kyiv and blaming Moscow for stalled peace talks.

It’s a ship, it’s a plane… Is China using Soviet technology to build a flying boat?

Images on social media reveal that China has built its own flying ship, dubbed the ‘Bohai Sea Monster’. This wing-in-ground effect (WIG) craft, commonly known as an ekranoplan, was first seen during the Cold War and developed by the Soviet Union

China foils 3 foreign espionage plots, including a 'honeytrap' scheme

China foiled three spy plots that took over its government in recent months. One of the plots included a public servant, who was honey-trapped to leak crucial information.

Russian strikes hit Kyiv for second day, killing 2 and injuring 16 as Lavrov meets Rubio at Asean Summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Moscow launched 18 missiles and around 400 drones in its attack that primarily targeted and battered the capital city of Kyiv

Pakistan arrests 149 people, including several Chinese nationals, for online fraud and Ponzi schemes

The charged individuals ran WhatsApp groups where they lured ordinary people by assigning small investment tasks like subscribing to different TikTok and YouTube channels

Sheikh Hasina indicted for crimes against humanity, Yunus-formed tribunal accepts charges

Special court in Bangladesh indicted the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, by accepting charges of crimes against humanity filed against her in connection with a mass uprising in which hundreds of students were killed last year.

Amid economic turmoil, Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir embarks on lavish Sri Lanka getaway

While Pakistan is still struggling to revive itself from a historic economic crisis, the country's Army Chief Asim Munir is reportedly set to embark on a lavish trip to Sri Lanka.

After 'Epstein Files', Maga attacks Trump administration over migrant farm workers

After going after Attorney General Pam Bondi over the 'Epstein Files', the Maga movement has turned its rage at Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins over President Donald Trump's decision to allow illegal immigrants to continue working in farms and hotels and avoid ongoing mass deportation for now.

What’s the $250 Visa Integrity Fee that the US has introduced? How will it affect Indian tourists, students

The US will levy a mandatory $250 (Rs 21,401) Visa Integrity Fee, a security deposit of sorts, for most non-immigrant visa applicants starting next year. The fee, part of US President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, was signed into law on July 4

Asean in Malaysia: Meeting with Lavrov, tough questions over Ukraine and tariff in store for Rubio

The Rubio-Lavrov meeting is happening against the backdrop of Washington resuming arms shipments to Ukraine, which was not well-received by Russia. Trump has increasingly become critical of his Russian counterpart Putin, as Moscow intensifies its attacks in Ukraine

'A huge explosion-like sound' - Survivors recall moment India bridge collapsed

At least 15 people were killed on Wednesday after part of a bridge collapsed into a river in India's Gujarat state.

‘I have ancestry from Kerala’: Malaysia’s Mahatir Mohamad tells court

Malaysia’s former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad told a court he was born a Malay Muslim, despite having family roots in Kerala, India, as he defended himself in a defamation case over claims about his ancestry.

After heavy rain, Gurugram issues 'work from home' advisory for offices to avoid traffic congestion

After heavy rain flooded roads and caused massive traffic jams in Gurugram, authorities advised corporate offices and private institutions to let employees work from home on Thursday to ease congestion.

US-Venezuela prisoner swap: Trump’s top officials derail deal with parallel talks with same official

Negotiations for a prisoner swap between the United States and Venezuela broke down as two top US officials held talks with Venezuelans separately without any coordination, according to a report.

China has reasons to be happy with Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill

President Trump’s new megabill, aimed at reviving gasoline-powered vehicles and rolling back EV incentives, may have inadvertently handed Chinese electric vehicle makers a powerful advantage in the global auto market

ICC guns for Taliban chief: Arrest warrant issued for ‘gender apartheid’ against Afghan women

The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants against the Taliban's supreme leader and chief justice for committing gender-based apartheid in Afghanistan.

'This is not 1975': Shashi Tharoor writes stinging criticism of Emergency in fresh salvo at Congress

“India of today is not the India of 1975,” said Shashi Tharoor, as he criticised the Emergency in a fresh salvo at the Congress, noting that while it was a dark period in the country’s history.

‘Billionaire not getting billions’: Musk vs Gates feud escalates over Trump’s spending cuts

This isn’t the first time Elon Musk has taken a swipe at Bill Gates. In December last year, Musk remarked that Gates could face bankruptcy if Tesla ends up becoming “the world’s most valuable company by far”

Wang Yi’s Europe tour sets tone for EU-China summit: Trade, Ukraine tensions in focus

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi was in Europe to set the tone for the upcoming EU-China Summit, but the differences are such between the two sides that the summit could become meaningless and get condensed to a one-day affair.

Monsoon furious in Hong Kong, red rainstorm warning issued

Hong Kong will close all day schools on Friday as heavy rain and thunderstorms from the remnants of storm Danas sweep over the region, prompting warnings of floods and strong winds.

Bitcoin hits all-time high, surpasses $112,000 as traders shrug off tariff fears

Bitcoin hit all-time high on Wednesday by surpassing $112,000 as traders shrugged off tariff fears and sought the cryptocurrency as a hedge against global trade tensions and a weakening US Dollar.

'Won't accept tutelage': Brazil's Lula hits back at Trump, warns of reciprocity levies after 50% US tariff

Brazilian President Lula De Silva slammed US President Donald Trump after the latter announced 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods. The two nations have been at odds over the trial of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.

US: Tunnel collapses in Los Angeles, 28 workers feared trapped; rescue ops underway

A tunnel collapsed on Wednesday in the Wilmington area of Los Angeles, trapping up to 28 workers underground, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

Russia, US and more… Why countries are paying women to have more babies

In Russia, schoolgirls will be paid to have babies. In the US, Donald Trump is proposing an incentive to get women pregnant. Declining birth rates across the world are making governments nervous. It is estimated that by 2050, more than three-quarters of the world’s countries will have such low fertility rates that they will not be able to sustain their populations

Russia guilty of shooting down MH17, killing 298 people on board: European human rights court

In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Human Rights found Russia guilty of shooting down Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 in 2017, killing all 298 passengers and crew onboard

‘Where did you learn English?’: Trump’s gaffe leaves president of English-speaking Liberia bemused

US President Donald Trump made a goof after he praised the Liberian President for his English-speaking skills. Netizens were left in splits since English is the official language of Liberia

Trump’s ‘Ice Maiden’ says Musk had ‘a very troublesome ending’ with US president

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles says the rift between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk is “troublesome” but ultimately just a “little hiccup” for the administration.

US Supreme Court clears Trump's immigration crackdown, lifts Florida curbs

Florida's immigration measure was passed by the state's Republican-controlled legislature and signed into law in February by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis

‘We share borders with Tibet, not China’: Arunachal CM flags threat from Chinese ‘water bomb’

Arunachal CM Pema Khandu has said that Indian states share their borders with Tibet, not directly with China, highlighting China’s occupation of Tibet in 1950. Khandu also raised alarm over China’s massive dam project near the Arunachal border, calling it a “ticking water bomb” that could threaten local communities and ecosystems.

Zelenskyy to recall Ukraine's 'most successful' envoy to US amid backlash from Republicans

Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has said that Markarova will be replaced because "every diplomat has a rotation cycle” and confirmed that she will be recalled after four years of service. He described the ambassador as “extremely effective, charismatic and one of our most successful ambassadors.”

Trump administration to lay off over 2,000 high-ranking Nasa employees: Report

Most of the employees whose jobs have been taken away in the latest wave of layoffs are in senior-level government ranks with specialised skills or management responsibilities

US sanctions UN Gaza rights envoy over criticism of Israel’s war

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the UN official investigating human rights in Gaza, accusing her of bias against Israel. The move comes after Albanese repeatedly condemned Israel’s military actions in Gaza as “genocide."

Bangladesh: Yunus urges India to extradite Hasina citing BBC audio leak report

Bangladesh’s interim government has urged India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of crimes against humanity. The appeal follows a BBC report featuring a leaked phone call in which Hasina allegedly ordered security forces to shoot student protesters during last year’s unrest.

West Asia News Live: Birthright Israel adapts trips after evacuating participants during past conflict

West Asia News Live: Welcome to our live coverage bringing you the latest developments from across West Asia. Follow key updates on political dynamics, economic reforms, regional tensions and social movements. From energy markets to diplomatic dialogues and unfolding security situations, stay informed on how the region is adapting to internal challenges and external pressures. This feed offers real-time insights into the forces shaping one of the world's most strategically vital areas

Starlink gets final nod for India debut: IN-SPACe clears Musk’s firm for satellite internet rollout

India has given the green light to Starlink to offer satellite internet services in the country. The approval from IN-SPACe allows Elon Musk’s company to bring high-speed broadband using its network of low Earth orbit satellites.

Africa News Live Updates: Bill to create federal science university in Gombe passes second reading in Nigerian senate

Africa News Live Updates: Welcome to our live blog covering the latest from across Africa. Follow real-time updates on political transitions, security and peacekeeping operations, regional integration efforts, economic innovation, climate impacts, migration trends and grassroots activism. Track the continent’s evolving stance on global affairs and its efforts to tackle internal and external challenges across sectors

Trump announces 50% tariff on Brazil over Bolsonaro's ‘witch hunt’ trial

Trump has announced a sharp 50 per cent tariff on imports from Brazil, tying the move to Brazil’s trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro and showing how personal ties and political motives are influencing American trade policy.

India and China strive to reset ties but with caution

Bilateral relations between India and China have improved since the 2020 clash - but larger challenges remain.

Chinese students sleep off heatwave in libraries and tents

As eastern China deals with extreme heat, residents are finding new ways to cool down.

Trump hosts West African leaders to secure critical minerals, counter China–Russia influence

President Trump hosted five West African leaders in Washington to deepen trade ties and secure access to critical minerals. The summit marks a shift in US Africa strategy, emphasising economic partnerships over aid to compete with China and Russia's growing regional influence.

Trump targets seven more countries with tariffs as US trade pressure mounts

The letters, addressed to the leaders of the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq, and Moldova, outline import duties ranging from 20% to 30%, set to take effect on August 1

Death toll from Texas flash floods rises to 109, more than 180 people still missing

The death toll from the July 4 flash flood that ravaged a swath of central Texas Hill Country rose on Tuesday to at least 109, with authorities seeking more than 180 people whose fate remained unknown four days after one of the deadliest US flood events in decades

South Korean court approves arrest of ex-President Yoon over martial law case

A South Korean court has issued a warrant for the arrest of former President Yoon Suk Yeol over his attempt to impose martial law, Yonhap news agency reported on Thursday.

‘Cooperation, conservation, compassion’: PM Modi lauds Namibia’s role in cheetah reintroduction, calls it a symbol of India-Africa cooperation

Addressing a Joint Session of the Parliament of the Republic of Namibia, Modi recounted his privilege of personally releasing the cheetahs into Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park.

‘Pakistan requires Mujahid…’: Masood Azhar rants afresh, ‘10,000 fidayeens ready for jihad’

Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar was reportedly heard boasting about a 30,000-strong cadre and claiming that “10,000 fidayeen are ready for jihad,” according to a report, citing an audio of the terror outfit chief played at a Bahawalpur mosque in Pakistan

After Trump’s megabill, new headache for Republicans: Rescission bill to approve $9.4 bn Doge cuts

After passing their signature megabill, Republicans now face a tight deadline to approve a $9.4 billion rescissions package targeting public broadcasting, foreign aid and health programs. With internal dissent mounting and time running out, the GOP confronts a new test of unity ahead of key budget negotiations.

Houthi attacks sink second ship in Red Sea; 4 dead, 15 missing

Rescuers pulled six crew members alive from the Red Sea on Wednesday and 15 were still missing from the second of two ships sunk in recent days in attacks claimed by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi militia after months of calm

Another truce talk in Qatar? DR Congo, M23 representatives meeting in West Asia, diplomat says

The M23, which is backed by Rwanda, had last week called for further dialogue to resolve issues it said were not addressed in a peace agreement signed by Rwanda and Congo in Washington in June

Russia's summer push in Ukraine targets three fronts but faces stern resistance

Analysis of Russia's advance in northern and eastern Ukraine in maps.

Alarmed by China’s Taiwan game, retired US generals urge funding for E-7 Wedgetail, more F-35s

'If conflict does come, there will be no more decisive question than who controls the skies over the Pacific,' they wrote. 'The actions Congress takes this year… could be critical in deterring and, if necessary, prevailing in near-term conflicts'

'Not just in words but in action': Modi invokes India’s legacy in Namibia’s freedom fight

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Namibia has become the first African nation to adopt India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) technology, marking a major milestone in bilateral digital cooperation.

'In India we also proudly say Madam President': PM Modi hails Namibia’s first woman president in Parliament address

"A few months ago, you celebrated a historic moment, Namibia elected its first woman president. We understand and share your pride and joy because in India, we also proudly say Madam President," PM Modi said

Who after Jerome Powell? Two Kevins heat up US Fed chair race— one from Trump’s inner circle

Two Republicans are vying for the top chair at the Federal Reserve. Kevin Hassett, a Ph.D. economist who worked at the Fed in the 1990s, is a part of Trump's inner circle.Kevin Warsh, former adviser to President George W. Bush, is also in the race

Brazil's gun sales fall 90% under Lula after soaring under Bolsonaro

Only 39,914 firearms were purchased in 2024, compared to 448,319 in 2022, Bolsonaro’s final year in office, according to a report, citing official data

Steve Rosenberg: Moscow shrugs off Trump's irritation with Putin

But the US president's words have not gone unnoticed, writes the BBC's Russia Editor.

With Iran-designed drones, Russia now hitting Ukraine’s draft offices to derail troop movement

Russia has been using Iranian drones to attack Ukrainian conscription centres in an apparent attempt to disrupt recruitment campaign for the military. Such attacks appear to be aimed at worsening Ukraine's personnel shortage on the frontlines where Russians significantly outnumber Ukrainians.

In rare gesture, Seoul returns six North Koreans with 'strong desire' to go back

Four sailors who had drifted over the disputed maritime boundary came in May. The other two entered southern waters in March and remained for four months, the longest known stay for any non-defectors in the South

770 flying hours, over 563,270 km and counting…: Asia still not close to sealing Trump deals

Trade envoys from across Asia have spent 770 flying hours and travelled more than 563,270 km in a bid to strike deals with President Trump. But despite the relentless travel and marathon negotiations, trade agreements remain elusive, according to a report

PM Modi conferred with Namibia’s highest civilian honour — Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred with Namibia’s highest civilian award, the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, in recognition of his contributions to strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.

As Palestinians brave hunger, aid black market flourishes in Gaza; rice costs 15 times prewar price

More than 500 people, including children, have been killed while trying to reach aid centres controlled by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. The perils of accessing the sites have given rise to a brutal black economy

Trump warned Putin he'd 'bomb the shit out of Moscow' if Russia invaded Ukraine: Report

US President Donald Trump had warned Vladimir Putin that he would 'bomb the shit out of Moscow' if Russia would invade Ukraine, according to a report. Putin invaded Ukraine anyway and Trump has not taken any punitive action.

Now a Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes: How common is it among children?

Dollmaker Mattel has launched its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes, which features her with a glucose monitor and insulin pump. The idea, developed in collaboration with Breakthrough T1D, the company says, is to encourage inclusivity and representation

Turkish foreign minister in Pakistan, top defence official in Bangladesh. What's brewing?

Turkey has ramped up its defence diplomacy in South Asia, with its foreign and defence ministers visiting Pakistan and its top defence official holding talks in Bangladesh.

Russia launches largest aerial attack on Ukraine with 741 drones & missiles

Even as US President Donald Trump has sharpened his tone for the Russian leader, Vladimir Putin launched the largest aerial attack on Ukraine in the war so far with 741 drones and missiles. Russia targeted nearly all corners of the country.

Trump tariff triggers massive job loss fears in Bangladesh, panic grips garment industry

The fear of job losses is rippling through Bangladesh's garment hubs as President Trump's 35% tariff on the South Asian nation threatens orders from its main export market and crimps the country's biggest industry

Nepal-China 'friendship bridge' washed away in floods

The floods hit early Tuesday and caused extensive damage to the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge and the surrounding infrastructure, including the customs yard where hundreds of vehicles and cargo containers were stationed

New era in Zelenskyy diplomacy: Ukraine forms unit to counter Russia and allies, ditches disarmament

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has said his ministry will create dedicated sub-departments focusing on "unfriendly nations", Nato, Europe, Latin America, the US, Asia-Pacific and Central Asia

No option to bring Pakistan out of lawlessness swamp but...: Imran Khan plans nationwide protest

The announcement was made by Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) Chief Gohar Ali Khan, who met the former prime minister in the Adiala jail months after repeatedly being denied access to him

Putin sends Russia’s top diplomat to North Korea days after Kim assured 6,000 more troops

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s visit follows a June trip by Russia’s top security official, Sergei Shoigu, who met Kim in Pyongyang before saying the North had decided to send thousands of military construction workers and deminers to Russia’s Kursk region to help rebuild the war-torn area.

New security challenge for India: CDS Chauhan flags China-Pakistan-Bangladesh axis as regional risk

'There is a possible convergence of interest we can talk about between China, Pakistan and Bangladesh, (that) may have security implications for regional stability and security dynamics,' CDS General Anil Chauhan said

Poland accuses Elon Musk’s Grok of ‘hate speech’, calls for EU-led probe into xAI chatbot

While responding to user queries, Grok earlier this week mocked Polish officials, including Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and made lewd remarks about their personal lives and appearance

Is Donald Trump threatened by the growing clout of Brics?

Donald Trump has been constantly threatening Brics. In the latest warning, he has said that members of the bloc, which includes India, would be hit with 10 per cent tariffs, adding that the coalition was set up to ‘destroy’ the dollar. But should the US really worry about an expanding Brics and its influence?

Has Trump already lost his tariff-trade war with China?

Despite the initial bluster, there are signs that US President Donald Trump has already lost the trade war with China. On the back of its monopoly in global rare earth supplies, China has forced Trump to roll back export controls on semiconductors.

‘Rumours’: UAE says not giving lifetime ‘golden visa’ to certain nationalities

A press release circulated by the consultancy Rayad Group had claimed that Indian nationals could now apply for a “nomination-based” Golden Visa without the need to invest crores in property or business

Bangladesh: Hasina authorised crackdown on protesters, report cites leaked audio of her phone call

The leaked recording features Hasina speaking with an unidentified senior official from her official residence, the Ganabhaban, on 18 July 2024. The conversation is one of several calls recorded by Bangladesh’s National Telecommunications Monitoring Centre

Sharif appoints Qatari princess brand ambassador for 'Pakistan’s mountains and tourism'

Qatari princess Sheikha Asma Al Thani recently accomplished the summit of Nanga Parbat in Gilgit-Baltistan. The Nanga Parbat, also called “Killer Mountain,” is the ninth-largest mountain in the world, with an 8,126-metre-high peak

Grok is now ‘MechaHitler’: Musk’s AI chatbot goes extreme right days after America Party launch

Grok triggered widespread outrage by posting antisemitic content, including remarks that appeared to sympathise with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Holocaust

Trump, Netanyahu meet again over Gaza truce; 3 of 4 sticking issues resolved, says Witkoff

Netanyahu and Trump held a 90-minute-long meeting to discuss efforts to reach a truce deal with Hamas. The US and Israel have discussed and resolved a number of sticking issues that were hampering negotiations with Hamas

‘How can people have faith in Trump if...’: Musk says his America Party will release Epstein files

Elon Musk says one of the main goals of his new political party, the “America Party,” will be to reveal the names on sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s client list.

India-Brazil pact: PM Modi, Lula push for united front against terror, UNSC reform | Read joint statement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Brazil for its unequivocal condemnation of the attack and for extending solidarity to the people and government of India

From belief to betrayal: Maga base erupts as Trump team junks ‘Epstein Files’

From Vice President JD Vance to FBI Director Kash Patel, top officials in the Donald Trump administration talked of the 'Epstein Files' for years. Then, after the administration said last week that there was nothing in those files, the far-right Maga base has erupted in outrage and slammed the administration for a betrayal.

How US Coast Guard hero saved 165 children from Texas flooding on first mission

Scott Ruskan, a US Coast Guard rescue swimmer, is being hailed as an 'American Hero' after he saved as many as 165 children from catastrophic flooding at Camp Mystic in Texas. The 26-year-old New Jersey native, who was on his first rescue mission, was the only trained rescuer on the ground when tragedy struck

‘Everyone will have an opinion’: US state dept spox on Trump’s India-Pakistan ceasefire claim

US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said people can see events for themselves and make up their own minds, as she addressed questions about President Donald Trump’s repeated claims that he helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan after Operation Sindoor on Islamabad-backed terror hubs.

Watch | New Mexico flood video, house swept away by 200-foot wave in Rio Ruidoso River

Officials said that the water in the  Rio Ruidoso River swelled up to a provisional record of 20.24 feet on Tuesday afternoon. As floodwaters started to recede, authorities began their search and rescue operations to look for survivors

US Air Force halts SpaceX rocket programme over reason Musk once swore off omelettes

Biologists and conservationists earlier raised concerns that rocket landings could severely disrupt nesting grounds for 14 tropical seabird species, including red-tailed tropicbirds, white terns, and boobies, on Johnston Atoll

Wildfires spreading fast in France, reaches its second-largest city Marseille; over 100 injured

A fierce wildfire has reached the outskirts of Marseille, injuring over 100 people and forcing hundreds to evacuate as firefighters battle to control the fast-moving flames.

Netanyahu vows to combat anti-Israel social media campaign in US as backing among Americans dips

A number of surveys have shown a sharp decline in support among Americans for Israel, especially among Democratic Party supporters who have been accusing the country of over its war in Gaza

How companies bypass China's export bans to bring critical minerals to US

Companies are bringing critical minerals to the United States by rerouting shipments through third countries to bypass China's export controls. Amid trade conflict with the United States, China has restricted the export of several minerals, particularly to the United States.

Moscow blacklists Yale University over 'anti-Russian' activities

The Vladimir Putin-led government has singled out the Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs, which houses the university’s International Leadership Centre, responsible for training “opposition leaders of foreign countries”

Canada: Police say foiled 'anti-government militia' plot in Quebec, seized weapons cache

Police in Canada have arrested four men, including two active soldiers, accusing them of plotting to form an anti-government militia and seize land in Quebec. Authorities say the group had stockpiled a large cache of weapons and explosives.

US ends ‘shoe bomber’ security check, travellers now won't have to remove footwear at airports

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem however cautioned that travellers may still be asked to remove their footwear “if we think additional layers of screening are necessary”

Trump says he will release new tariff letters for 7 more countries on Wednesday

Trump said he will release new letters on Wednesday outlining potential tariffs and trade actions against at least seven more countries, continuing his push for tougher trade deals.

Certified safe, proven fatal: Camp Mystic’s disaster plan under scrutiny after deadly Texas flood

Five years of Camp Mystic inspection reports revealed that key details regarding the implementation of safety and emergency measures were missing

Watch | Texas Llano River floods in minutes, timelapse video shows dramatic rise in water levels -- taking

The flash floods erupted before daybreak last Friday after massive rains sent water speeding down hills into the Guadalupe River, causing it to rise 26 feet (8 meters) in less than an hour

Israel proposes 'humanitarian city' in Rafah to shelter over 2 million displaced Palestinians

The zone would initially house nearly 600,000 displaced Palestinians who were forced to flee to the Al-Mawasi area along the coast of southern Gaza. A screening will be done to ascertain that no one entering the humanitarian city is a member of Hamas

'There will be no change': Trump says no extension on new Aug 1 deadline as he threatens more tariffs

Trump sent letters to trading partners, including key US allies Japan and South Korea, announcing that duties he had suspended in April would snap back even more steeply in three weeks

Watch | PM Modi gets a 'Ram Bhajan' welcome in Brazil before official talks

PM Modi was warmly welcomed in Brasilia with a special Ram Bhajan performance at the Alvorada Palace before holding talks with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Trump announces 50% tariff on copper, warns pharma imports may face 200% duty

Trump has announced a new 50 per cent tariff on copper imports and warned that tariffs on imported medicines could go as high as 200 per cent after a year. The move could significantly impact India, which exports copper and pharmaceuticals to the US in large volumes.

Texas flash floods: Over 160 still missing, says Governor; death toll reaches 109

More than 160 people remain missing in Texas after flash floods over the July Fourth weekend killed over 100 people. Governor Greg Abbott said rescue efforts are ongoing, especially in the Hill Country region, as officials face questions about whether enough was done to warn residents before the disaster.

US Supreme Court clears way for Trump’s federal workforce cuts despite warnings of service disruptions

The US Supreme Court has allowed President Donald Trump’s plan to shrink the federal workforce to move forward, despite concerns that it could disrupt vital government services and lead to massive job losses among federal employees.

'Dollar is king': Trump again threatens 10% tariff on Brics nations, says bloc aims to weaken US

Trump has warned that BRICS countries, including India, could face a 10 per cent tariff, accusing the group of trying to harm the United States and weaken the US dollar. He said BRICS was formed to challenge the dollar’s global dominance.

Macron urges UK-France unity to counter global dependencies on US and China

After being hailed by the British royal family, Macron proceeded to parliament, where he stated that the two nations must work together to improve Europe in areas such as defence, immigration, climate change, and commerce

'Get a lot of bullshit thrown at us': Trump 'not happy' with Putin, hints at surprise action

"We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin, if you want to know the truth. He's very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless," said Trump during a cabinet meeting at the White House

'Zero tolerance, zero double standards': PM Modi says India and Brazil aligned on global fight against terrorism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India and Brazil share a similar stance on the global fight against terrorism, with both the countries committed to “zero tolerance and zero double standards” on the issue.

Trump to meet Netanyahu again to push Gaza ceasefire deal

Netanyahu is in Washington until Thursday on his third visit to the US capital since Trump returned to power in January

PM Modi receives Brazil’s highest civilian honour for boosting bilateral ties

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva bestowed the "Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross" onto PM Modi in recognition of his significant achievements to improving bilateral ties and expanding India-Brazil collaboration across important global platforms

Will charge Bangladesh tariff of 'only 35%': What Trump said in letter to Yunus

In the letter, dated July 7, Trump cites a persistent trade deficit and what he describes as Bangladesh’s “Tariff, and Non Tariff, Policies and Trade Barriers” as justification for the move

ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over gender persecution

Judges said there were "reasonable grounds" to suspect Taliban Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and chief justice Abdul Hakim Haqqani of committing gender-based persecution

Rishi Sunak returns to the company where he worked as a summer intern, now senior adviser

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is returning to Goldman Sachs as a senior adviser, years after working at the investment bank as a summer intern and junior analyst from 2001 to 2004

Marco Rubio imposter contacted 3 foreign ministers using AI

The FBI warned in a public service announcement this past spring of a "malicious text and voice messaging campaign" in which unidentified "malicious actors" have been impersonating senior US government officials

How much is Brics worth for India? A look at business, trade links

India’s total trade with Brics nations touched $399 billion in 2024, growing at an annual rate of 20 per cent since 2020. The platform gives India access to vast markets, although trade deficits need to be addressed

Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya to be executed on July 16 for murdering Yemeni national

Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who was jailed for killing a Yemeni national, will be executed on July 16, according to a report, citing a social activist

Trump boasts of $14 tn US investment, WH lists just $2.6 tn, including $1.3 tn made under Biden

The White House calls it "The Trump Effect" and features a rolling list on its website of more than 70 projects it says Trump's economic policies spurred, from a new bakery plant in Texas to a LEGO facility in Virginia and a microchip plant in Arizona

Pulwama, Gorakhnath Temple terror attacks funded through e-com sites, online payment services? FATF cites risks

The FATF said that in the February 2019 Pulwama suicide bombing, which killed 40 CRPF personnel in Jammu & Kashmir, a key component, aluminium powder, was procured using the e-commerce platform Amazon

Massive fire at Telecom Egypt building kills 4, injures over two dozen

The large blaze, which broke out at the landmark 10-story Telecom Egypt building and lasted for hours, began in one of the halls on the floor housing telecom operators and spread to other floors due to its intensity, authorities said

PM Modi receives grand ceremonial welcome at Alvorada Palace in Brasilia, warmly greeted by President Lula

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a State Visit to Brazil following the Brics Summit, was warmly welcomed with a ceremonial reception at Brazil’s Alvorada Palace on Tuesday

Japan and South Korea seek tariff relief in talks with US before August deadline

Trump escalated his trade battle on Monday, informing 14 countries that they will face duties ranging from 25% for Japan and South Korea to 40% for Laos and Myanmar

From pineapples to chips and rare earths, China weaponizes everything

From blocking Taiwanese pineapples to slapping tariffs on Australian wine and restricting chip exports to the West, China has long used trade as a tool of geopolitical pressure. Now, the country is turning to rare earth elements, which are more strategic and potent, according to a report

How Japan’s efforts to pacify Donald Trump on tariffs failed

Japan initially promised to invest $1 trillion in the United States in a move to avoid tariffs and woo President Donald Trump. However, despite showing early signs of progress, the efforts backfired, with Washington now threatening to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Japanese imports from August 1. What is the way out for Tokyo now?

'India follows strategic ambiguity, puts principles above narrow interests': Expert decodes Tibet policy

India follows 'strategic ambiguity' on Tibet and the so-called Tibet Card has been carefully underutilised to preserve its potency and use it responsively when circumstances warrant, such as during high-stakes episodes like the 2017 Doklam standoff and the shift in India's diplomatic posture after border clashes in 2020, according to Eerishika Pankaj, the Director of Organisation for Research on China and Asia (ORCA).

Is India looking to get 5th generation Su-57 fighter jets from Russia? Defence Secy says...

India is holding discussions with global defence partners to evaluate the possibility of acquiring fifth-generation fighter jets. Among the key offers on the table is Russia’s Su-57 fighter jet

Iran’s Pezeshkian under fire for backing renewed talks with US in Tucker Carlson interview

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday faced backlash from critics who accused him of being “too soft” in response to last month’s attacks on the country, according to a report

It’s now China vs Myanmar rebels in Kachin, home to half of world’s rare earth supply

Mines in Kachin state, notably those north of the strategically important garrison town of Bhamo, provide about half of the world's supply of heavy rare earths. After that, they are sent to China to be processed into magnets that run wind turbines and electronic cars

Cash-strapped Pakistan allows bureaucrats to earn unlimited fees for corporate board meetings

With Pakistan facing persistent economic turmoil and fiscal challenges, its government has seen fit to give bureaucrats some benefits by lifting a cap on earnings for attending corporate board meetings

72-year-old man who shot Slovak PM Fico last year goes on trial for terrorism

Juraj Cintula, 72, admits shooting the prime minister in May last year but denies wanting to kill him. Prosecutors describe the incident as a terrorist attack

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