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China Real Estate Giant Xu Jiayin Sentenced to Life in Prison
A Chinese court on Thursday sentenced Xu Jiayin, founder of China Evergrande Group, to life in prison, marking a pivotal legal consequence for the…
Gianni Infantino Eyes Junior Tournament in Dominican Republic as Potential Route Out of Crisis
Gianni Infantino, the controversial president of FIFA, is set to attend a junior football tournament in the Dominican Republic this weekend, a move that…
Maracanã to host opening game and final at next year’s Women’s World Cup
The 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup will open at the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro, with the championship match also scheduled for the…
BNP's Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was elected the 23rd president of Bangladesh on Thursday following a parliamentary vote at…
There was fire everywhere’: 1984 riot survivors recall the horror after Sajjan Kumar’s death
NEW DELHI — The death of former Indian lawmaker Sajjan Kumar has closed a painful chapter for survivors of the 1984 anti‑Sikh riots, even as…
₹24,210 Crore Railway Projects Covering 1,481 km Underway in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh
Railway projects worth ₹24,210 crore, spanning 1,481 kilometers, are currently under construction across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, according to a senior official of the…
Deputy CM urges Centre to protect Telangana's rights on Krishna water
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has called on the central government to safeguard the state's entitlements under the Krishna river water-sharing framework and…
India, Singapore Sign Pacts on Telecom, Food Security; Discuss SMRs, Chips
NEW DELHI/SINGAPORE — India and Singapore signed bilateral agreements on telecommunications and food security during high-level talks this week, while senior officials from both…
Delhi HC to hear appeals on PM Modi's bachelor's degree records on September 29
New Delhi — The Delhi High Court has fixed September 29 for hearing appeals concerning the disclosure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's bachelor's degree…
Enzo is a Chelsea player,’ says Alonso but doesn’t guarantee Fernández’s future
Liverpool manager Xabi Alonso declined to rule out a possible move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández to Manchester City, leaving the Argentine’s future at…
US Treasury Secretary Says New Economic Measures Will “Collapse” Iran
WASHINGTON — U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on August 20, 2026 announced a new package of sanctions aimed at Iran, saying the measures would “collapse” the…
Arsenal Open Premier League Campaign Against Coventry at Emirates Stadium
Arsenal begin their 2026-27 Premier League season against Coventry City at Emirates Stadium on Monday night, with manager Mikel Arteta facing early squad decisions…
John Cena vs CM Punk net worth comparison: Who is richer in 2026?
The debate over which professional wrestler has achieved greater financial success has intensified in 2026, with fans and analysts examining the career trajectories of…
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Withdraws Call for Private Sector Data Centre Project Amid Community and Environmental Concerns
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands administration has formally withdrawn its earlier appeal for private sector participation in a proposed data centre project, citing growing…
Magisterial Inquiry Report into Hanur Firing Incident to Be Submitted on August 22: Ramalinga Reddy
Karnataka Home Minister Ramalinga Reddy has announced that the magisterial inquiry report into the Hanur firing incident will be submitted on August 22, a…
Akhil Joyan’s mortal remains to reach Kasaragod on August 24
Kasaragod, Kerala – The mortal remains of late Malayalam‑film actor Akhil Joyan are slated to arrive in his hometown on August 24, completing a…
Speakers Call for ‘Gurukul’ Style Teaching to Spread Sanskrit
At a recent gathering of educators, scholars, and cultural leaders in Andhra Pradesh, several speakers called for the revival of Gurukul-style residential teaching methods…
Woman dies after lift falls at Ongole apartment
A 45‑year‑old woman identified as Vanitha died after a lift malfunction at the Sai Surya Enclave residential complex in Ongole on Sunday evening. Police…
Jharkhand high court stays govt notification cancelling appointments from 11th, 13th JPSC exam
The Jharkhand High Court has issued a stay on a government notification that sought to cancel appointments made to candidates who cleared the 11th…
113 Arrested After Violence Erupts in Bhubaneswar Cab, Auto Drivers' Protest
Bhubaneswar witnessed a violent confrontation between law enforcement and cab and auto drivers during a protest on Tuesday, leading to the arrest of 113…
Evergrande Sentencing Highlights Risks to China's Economy
A Chinese court on Thursday imposed fines and jail terms on officials linked to the collapsed property developer China Evergrande Group, marking the culmination…
US Threatens Additional Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that new sanctions will be used to "squash" Iran's economy and "collapse" its regime if Tehran continues…
Angelique Kidjo Becomes First African Musician Honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Benin’s five‑time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Tuesday, becoming the first Black African musician…
China: Robots Box and Dance at Beijing’s 2026 World Robot Conference
Beijing’s 2026 World Robot Conference, held from August 19 to 24, emerged as a pivotal showcase of China’s accelerating ambitions in robotics and artificial…