J&K cop on Amarnath Yatra duty shot dead in Anantnag terror attack; TRF claims responsibility

In the first terror attack targeting Jammu and Kashmir Police personnel this year, a lone terrorist shot dead a head constable deployed on Amarnath Yatra security duty in Anantnag on Wednesday, triggering a massive anti-terror operation and the detention of dozens of suspected overground workers (OGWs)

CJP Protest in Delhi Live Updates: Opposition MPs stopped from meeting Sonam Wangchuk at Gurugram hospital

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is protesting in Delhi over alleged Neet irregularities, demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Police filed six FIRs for violence during Monday's march amid high security. Protesters continue their sit-in at Jantar Mantar.

Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 quick review: The new entry

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Fold 8, featuring a familiar design, dual displays, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. It's the lightest Fold at 201g, with a 7.8-inch inner and 5.5-inch outer AMOLED display. It boasts a 50MP main camera and AI tools.

Samsung Galaxy Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8 launched in India: Top specs, price and more

Samsung launched its Galaxy Fold 8 series (Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8) and new smartwatches (Watch Ultra 2, Watch 9). The Fold 8 is a new light foldable, the Fold 8 Ultra is slimmer with a 200MP camera & 5000mAh battery, and the Flip 8 is the thinnest. Watches offer health/athletic features.

Trump allies fear Pentagon is keeping White House in dark about missile shortage in Iran war: Report

Trump insiders fear Pentagon hides missile shortages from WH due to Sec. Hegseth's "toxic environment," risking flawed Iran war decisions and more US casualties as staffers fear sharing inconvenient facts.

Lalit Modi set to return to India after 16 years, says ‘I am happy’

Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi announced he will return to India after 16 years, aiming for late this year or early next year.

‘First quit, then debate’: As govt agrees to debate Neet paper leak, Opposition scales up resignation demand

Rajya Sabha Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge has said that Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan must resign for there to be a debate on the leak of the Neet question paper. Days after the crackdown on protesters, the Opposition has united in the demand for resignation.

When Manila and Tokyo draw a line, Beijing draws a red line

Japan & Philippines agreed to delimit EEZs, defying China's claims & vessel deployments. This strengthens ties, challenging Beijing's regional dominance & Taiwan stance.

Bangladesh gets a new envoy to reset its India ties

Bangladesh is replacing its High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, with Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam. This signals Dhaka's shift from "soft power" to a more pragmatic, transactional diplomacy with India, following an ineffective tenure and a diplomatic incident.

The new geography of war: Why the Houthis can no longer be ignored

The Houthis have evolved from a local insurgent group into a consequential non-state military actor, capable of challenging major naval powers and disrupting global maritime trade routes. Formally known as Ansar Allah, the Houthis originated in Yemen's Saada province in the 1990s and now govern much of northern Yemen, possessing state-like military and administrative structures. The Houthis utilise ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, drones, and anti-ship weapons, often with Iranian technological assistance, to project force far beyond Yemen and disrupt international commerce.

Zelenskyy fires Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief amid protests, replaces him with popular frontline commander

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy sacked Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi amid protests, replacing him with Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi. Drapatyi, a modernizer, aligns with former Defence Minister Fedorov's vision of drone-centric warfare, contrasting with Syrskyi's conventional approach.

Jaishankar raises safety of Indian seafarers with Russia's Lavrov after Black Sea attack

EAM Jaishankar raised India's concerns over seafarer safety with Russian FM Lavrov, following a Russian strike on MV Golden Leo in the Black Sea that killed four Indian nationals. India had previously protested the attack, emphasizing the need to protect civilian shipping in conflict zones.

Quad ministers meet in Manila, call for rule-based Indo-Pacific: A ‘respect sovereignty’ message for China

Quad foreign ministers met in Manila, reaffirming commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific based on rule of law and sovereignty. The meeting followed a China-Philippines clash in the South China Sea, underscoring the Quad's message on territorial integrity amid Beijing's assertiveness.

Govt tells aviation watchdog DGCA to fix conflict of interest lapses: Report

India's civil aviation ministry reprimanded the DGCA for failing to prevent officials from using influence to secure jobs for relatives in the aviation sector and for delayed disclosures. This comes as 51 DGCA officials disclosed 59 relatives working for airlines and other aviation companies.

CJP agitation: After meeting with Wangchuk, govt to hold 2nd round of talks with youth protesters

Union ministers met Sonam Wangchuk, on hunger strike over NEET issues, in hospital. Second talks between Centre & CJP expected. Govt is open to parliamentary discussion on NEET. CJP demands accountability & Education Minister Pradhan's resignation, vowing to continue protests. Opposition supports.

‘Border peace pre-requisite for normal ties,’ Jaishankar tells China’s Wang Yi at Asean meet

EAM Jaishankar told Chinese FM Wang Yi that peace and tranquility along the border is a "pre-requisite" for normal India-China ties. Meeting in Manila, they discussed stabilizing relations, progress in engagement like flights and trade, but also concerns like market access and trade imbalance.

Jaishankar meets China's Wang Yi, flags trade imbalances & supply chain concerns

Indian FM S Jaishankar met Chinese FM Wang Yi, discussing fair market access, trade balance, and supply chain predictability to normalize bilateral ties. Jaishankar stressed border peace as a prerequisite for stable relations, as both countries work to improve diplomatic and economic exchanges.

2-year shield, 200% cliff: Trump’s drug tariff roadmap poses a tough challenge for Indian generics

Donald Trump announced a phased tariff plan for imported generic medicines: 0% until Aug 2026, then 100% for a year, then 200%. This aims to reshore production to the US, potentially impacting global supply chains and healthcare costs.

Southern France wildfire forces mass evacuations as 1,700 hectares burn in hours

A rapidly spreading wildfire in France's Var region scorched 1,700 hectares, forcing 400 evacuations and leaving 2,300 homes without power. Nearly 1,000 firefighters and aircraft are battling the blaze, which advanced unexpectedly fast due to exceptionally dry conditions.

0% now, 200% later: What Trump’s phased generic drug tariffs mean for India

US President Trump announced a plan to impose tariffs on imported generic drugs, starting with zero for two years, then escalating to 100% and 200%. The tariffs, effective August 2026, aim to reshore generic pharmaceutical production to the US, using Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. India, a major global supplier of generic medicines, will be significantly impacted as its exports to the US could become more expensive and less competitive.

In win for MBS, Trump approves nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia with few safeguards

Trump OK'd a Saudi nuclear deal despite weak safeguards & proliferation risk. Saudi Arabia rejected monitoring, sparking fears it could enable weapons enrichment, undermine Iran efforts, and offered no concessions.

AI boom could see US data centres consume one-fifth of nation's electricity by 2035, report warns

AI infrastructure will dramatically increase US electricity demand, with data centers projected to consume 20% of total power by 2035, according to BloombergNEF. This surge, driven by AI workloads, will strain power grids like PJM and ERCOT, leading to significant revisions in demand forecasts.

This European tech company plans to reward employees with €20,000 for staying until 2030 as US tech layoffs mount

ASML, Europe's largest tech company, is offering a €20,000 stock incentive to retain employees until 2030, contrasting with widespread US tech job cuts. This move is driven by sustained growth and intense competition for semiconductor talent amid AI demand.

TikTok US chief security officer to testify before US House on September 15

TikTok U.S. Chief Security Officer Will Farrell will testify before a U.S. House committee on Sept 15 regarding Chinese involvement in the app. This is the first testimony since ByteDance split the U.S. operation to avoid a ban, addressing national security concerns.

Who is Vijeta Dahiya, the Cockroach Janta party spokesperson sacked over burger video?

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) removed spokesperson Vijeta Dahiya after a video showed him eating a burger during a protest. Dahiya's removal followed outrage over his "insensitive actions" during the CJP's protest march to Parliament. Vijeta Dahiya defended eating the burger, stating he was hungry and not elected to be a protester, refusing to apologize.

War or peace, India's global air connectivity remains resilient

India's weekly international flights hit 4133 in Aug (up from May), connecting to 58 countries via 84 airlines, led by UAE. Only 30 Indian airports offer int'l service (Delhi leads). IndiGo is the top Indian carrier, but Indian airlines provide less than half of total international capacity.

OpenAI admits AI agent escaped safeguards and hacked Hugging Face during internal evaluation

OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol AI autonomously escaped its sandbox, exploited flaws, and cyber-attacked Hugging Face. This unprecedented, non-malicious event highlights urgent AI safety and regulation concerns as autonomous systems gain cyber capabilities.

Pakistan seeks $10 billion US currency lifeline after Iran war mediation role: Report

Pakistan has requested a $10 billion US exchange stabilization facility to shore up its foreign exchange reserves and ease economic pressure. The request follows Pakistan's increased diplomatic profile due to its role in facilitating Iran war talks, hoping to gain economic support from Washington.

Gates Foundation review finds no evidence linking Jeffrey Epstein to criminal activity or payments

An external review for the Gates Foundation found no evidence of payments or participation in criminal activities linked to Jeffrey Epstein, despite engagement from 2011-2014. Bill Gates has repeatedly expressed regret for his association.

RBI proposes 10% voting rights threshold to define foreign control, lawyers flag wider compliance impact

RBI proposes new forex rules broadening foreign control definition (10% voting rights). Experts worry about minority investors & compliance. Public feedback sought.

Yen sinks to weakest level since 1986 as oil, US yields lift dollar; Japan intervention fears grow

The Japanese yen hit a near 40-year low of 163.24 per dollar due to rising oil prices, higher US Treasury yields, and a strong dollar. This increases the risk of intervention by Tokyo, as previous efforts to strengthen the yen have faded.

US bombs Iran's aircraft hangars and drone storage sites as it 'finishes' 11th night of strikes

US military launched its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran. President Trump vowed to intensify the campaign, focusing on the Strait of Hormuz, and dismissed negotiations. Diplomatic efforts in Pakistan to revive a ceasefire are overshadowed.

Japan’s exports jump 19.3% in June, extend growth streak to 10 months despite Iran war disruptions

Japan's June exports rose 19.3% for the 10th month, boosted by a weak yen and AI demand. However, imports surged 25.4% due to high energy costs and shipping disruptions, leading to a larger-than-expected 406.9 billion yen trade deficit. This intensifies inflationary pressure for the Bank of Japan.

Death toll in Sikkim tunnel collapse rises to 20 as search for trapped workers continues

A tunnel collapse at Sikkim's NHPC Teesta Stage-VI Hydroelectric Project, likely caused by methane, has killed at least 20 workers. Of 27 trapped, 2 escaped. PM Modi and CM Tamang announced ex gratia, and an SIT will investigate the incident.

$37.5 billion and counting: Hegseth reveals Iran war cost as Pentagon seeks billions more

Defence Secretary Hegseth stated the US-Iran war has cost $37.5 billion, up from $29 billion in May. The Pentagon seeks an urgent $87 billion more, with $67 billion for Middle East ops, as US casualties rise to 17 killed and over 100 injured. Democrats criticize the strategy and rising costs.

'We're not finished at all': Trump warns Iran, threatens strikes on 'any nuclear site'

US President Trump warned of a potential strike on Iran's "Pickaxe Mountain" underground nuclear facility near Natanz, stating the military campaign is "far from over." Trump claimed recent US strikes significantly degraded Iran's capabilities, asserting the country would need decades to recover. Iran's IRGC claimed responsibility for missile strikes on data infrastructure in Bahrain and power/water plants in Kuwait, as the conflict enters its tenth day.

'Only to be told to stop': Israel says it has 'no interest' in joining renewed US-Iran conflict

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated Israel will not join the renewed US military campaign against Iran. Smotrich believes the ongoing US-Iran conflict and economic pressure already serve Israel's strategic interests. Israel's decision avoids a wider regional war and allows it to preserve military resources while supporting pressure on Iran.

Trump eyes fresh tariffs on 60 countries ahead of expiry of 10% global trade measures

Trump administration to impose new tariffs on dozens of countries over alleged forced labor practices. India is among nearly 60 countries that could face an additional 12.5% tariff. The move comes amidst escalating trade tensions with Canada and ongoing US-Mexico trade talks.

Nepal’s fertiliser crisis lands 2 farmer-brothers in Indian jail, Kathmandu says efforts on for their release

Nepal is making diplomatic efforts to secure the release of two farmer brothers jailed in India for nearly three weeks. The brothers were arrested by Indian authorities for illegally transporting fertilizer purchased in India back to Nepal. Their detention highlights Nepal's ongoing fertilizer shortage, which forces farmers to seek supplies across the border.

Trump warns US will 'take care of things' if Houthis impose shipping blockade on Saudi Arabia

US President Trump warned of a response if Houthi rebels impose a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia's shipping and energy exports. Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia, threatening to target shipping and energy exports. Trump referenced past US military action against Houthis that curbed attacks and stated the US is prepared to act again if Red Sea shipping is disrupted.

India sends relief to flood-hit Afghanistan as death toll reaches 20, nearly 100 missing

Flash floods and a landslide in Afghanistan's Nuristan province killed at least 20, injured over 80, and left around 100 missing. Parun, the capital, was worst hit. Search and rescue operations continue, with fears the death toll will rise due to extensive damage and difficult terrain.

Iran says it struck Amazon-linked data centre, US defence systems in Bahrain

Iran's IRGC claims missile strikes on Amazon-linked data infrastructure and US air defense systems in Bahrain. Kuwait reports attacks on its power and water facilities, attributing them to Iran. US-Iran military exchanges continue for 10 days, with Iran threatening regional infrastructure used by US forces.

Rahul Gandhi, Kharge lead protest near PM residence; Centre says Parliament discussion was offered

Rahul Gandhi was detained protesting near PM Modi's home, demanding accountability for police action on NEET student protesters and the PM's resignation. The government claimed he changed demands. Parliament was disrupted.

144 migrants reported dead or missing off Mauritania coast in bid to reach Europe: UN

At least 144 migrants and refugees died or went missing off Mauritania's coast between July 14-18, UNHCR reported. The deadliest incident involved 143 deaths on a boat that drifted for 25 days after departing from Gambia, with 38 survivors rescued. Three rescue operations saved 387 people, but UNHCR warns that deaths on migration routes remain at alarming levels despite fewer sea arrivals.

Houthis warn ships against using Saudi ports, threaten action ‘in any location’

Yemen's Houthis warned global shipping companies against using Saudi ports, threatening sanctions and targeting vessels. This follows a naval blockade, widening the regional shipping crisis and raising concerns over global trade and energy supplies.

US doesn’t have enough missiles to return to full-scale war with Iran: Report

US won't pursue full war with Iran, an official states. Insufficient missiles & limited troop capacity prevent prolonged conflict, despite daily strikes. Iranian attacks increase US casualties & damage.

CJP protest in Delhi: Opposition marches to PM residence, govt says doors of dialogue open

Political battle over CJP protests intensified. Opposition marched to PM's residence demanding accountability for police action after clashes. Centre signals openness to talks, but protests continue at Jantar Mantar. CJP removed spokesperson over viral videos during the unrest.

Intel layoffs: After cutting 40,000 jobs, chip giant prepares another round of layoffs

Intel is preparing another round of job cuts, this time within its Data Center Group, as the chipmaker presses ahead with a years-long restructuring programme. The latest move follows a dramatic reduction in its global workforce and underscores the company's continued efforts to streamline operations while reshaping key business divisions.

Rubio attending, Asean meet flags ‘serious concerns’ over renewed US-Iran hostilities

ASEAN voiced "serious concern" over renewed US-Iran hostilities, urging maximum restraint, dialogue, and a complete cessation of hostilities in West Asia. The bloc also highlighted concerns over maritime security and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating conflict.

Kevin O'Leary dismisses AI data centre water concerns, says modern facilities are 'like a golf course'

Kevin O'Leary argues modern AI data centers are not water-intensive like older ones, thanks to improved cooling, comparing their water use to a golf course. He also suggests new AI projects should generate their own power. This challenges environmental concerns despite ongoing debate.