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How US sanctions on Iran ripple through global markets and consumers
Washington imposed new sanctions targeting Iran’s aviation, technology, and shipping sectors, according to Al Jazeera. The measures are designed to increase economic pressure on…
Who Is Kaziah Liz Mejo? Meet the 19-Year-Old Law Student From Kerala Crowned Miss Universe India 2026
A 19-year-old law student and model from Kerala, Kaziah Liz Mejo, was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at a national pageant held in Jaipur…
Mahaperiyava Book Released Amid Growing Interest in Traditional Spiritual Leadership
A new book dedicated to Mahaperiyava, the late Shankaracharya of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, has been released recently, marking another chapter in the continued…
Congress Backs TVK-Led Government's Decision to Cancel Parandur Airport Project
The Tamil Nadu Congress Committee has formally endorsed the state government's decision to scrap the Parandur airport project, throwing its political weight behind the…
Teen Girl Gangraped, Friend Tied Up in Madhya Pradesh's Pachmarhi; Three Detained
A teenage girl was allegedly gangraped and her friend tied up in Pachmarhi, a hill station in Madhya Pradesh's Narmadapuram district, police confirmed. Three…
BJP Spokesperson’s Call for Mandatory River Discharge Standards Highlights Deepening Crisis in India’s Waterways
Summary: A prominent spokesperson for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has publicly urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to mandate stringent sewage and effluent treatment…
Why England's Summer of Cricket Chaos Could Yet Have a Silver Lining
England's Test cricket summer of 2026 has been defined by upheaval and underperformance, raising fundamental questions about the direction of the red-ball game heading…
Iran Braces for New US Economic Measures Amid Ongoing War, With Ordinary Citizens Likely to Feel the Impact
Tehran is preparing for additional United States economic measures while the country remains involved in a regional conflict, according to Al Jazeera. The report…
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Arson After Fire Destroys 140 Vehicles at Gatwick-Linked Car Park
A man was arrested on suspicion of arson Saturday night after a fire tore through a multi-storey car park at the Caldyne business park…
Enough is enough’: players pile pressure on under-fire Gianni Infantino to resign
A coalition of current and former international footballers has intensified calls for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down, issuing a joint statement asserting…
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott found guilty of sexually abusing children
Graeme Dott, the former world snooker champion and three-time World Open winner, was found guilty of sexually abusing children in a court verdict that…
The unseen challenge behind every BWF World Championships match schedule
The recently concluded BWF World Championships in New Delhi highlighted the intricate logistical challenges of scheduling elite badminton matches, where player injuries, television broadcasting…
BJP Leaders Challenge Rahul Gandhi's Manusmriti Remarks During Maharashtra Student Outreach
Bharatiya Janata Party leaders have confronted Rahul Gandhi over his comments regarding the ancient Hindu text known as the Manusmriti and its implications for…
Political Parties Urged to Cooperate in Transparent Electoral Roll Preparation
The Election Commission of India has called on all recognized political parties in Andhra Pradesh to extend full cooperation in ensuring the integrity of…
Detect and Deport Illegal Migrants, Amit Shah Tells Police Chiefs
Home Minister Amit Shah has directed state police chief officers to implement enhanced detection and deportation measures for illegal migrants through a high-level inter-ministerial…
ED arrests 2 from Mumbai in cyber-fraud cases exceeding ₹27,850 crore
The Economic Crimes Prosecutor's Office (ED) in Mumbai has made two arrests in connection with cyber-fraud operations that have collectively surpassed ₹27,850 crore, marking…
Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian autos and steel, escalating trade tensions
Donald Trump announced a new 50% tariff on automobiles, trucks and steel imported from Canada, marking a sharp escalation in trade tensions between the…
From mixed martial arts to mechanical dogs: the World Robot Conference 2026 – in pictures
BEIJING — The 2026 World Robot Conference opened in Beijing on August 19 with more than 3,000 products on display, offering a broad snapshot…
Post-Pep Premier League Era Begins with Blast of Hyper-Managed Shock and Awe
The new Premier League season has opened with a striking departure from the familiar Guardiola-influenced template that defined recent campaigns, presenting a league recalibrated…
Pant breaks another record in Colombo, surpasses Gilchrist in six‑hitting feat
Rishabh Pant has etched his name into the record books during the ongoing Test match in Colombo, becoming the fastest player in history to…
Manipur Awaits Delhi Decision on Census as Meitei, Naga Groups Demand NRC First
A pivotal moment in Manipur's ongoing constitutional crisis looms as the state prepares to await the Central Government's decision on the Census and National…
Supreme Court asks Centre to respond to plea to reduce percentile for NEET‑SS in‑service candidates
The Supreme Court has directed the Union government to respond to an application filed by the Tamil Nadu Medical Officers Association seeking the return…
Three fugitives linked to Bambiha Gang deported from Malaysia: Amit Shah
Indian Home Minister Amit Shah announced that three individuals allegedly connected to the Bambiha gang have been deported from Malaysia back to India. The…
Handloom Expo at Urban Haat Ahead of Gowri-Ganesh Festival
Bengaluru's Urban Haat has transformed into a bustling hub of cultural revival as artisans and weavers gathered for a handloom exhibition timed to coincide…