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Indian crew member dies, 6 others injured after Iran strikes UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The defence ministry confirmed that an Indian national working aboard the Mombasa was killed in the strike. Eight crew members were injured, including four who sustained serious injuries. Among the injured were six Indian nationals and two Ukrainian nationals
US launches fresh salvo of strikes on Iran for third night as Trump says deal still 'possible'
The US carried out a fresh wave of strikes on Iran for a third consecutive night, even as President Donald Trump maintained that a negotiated agreement with Tehran remained within reach
Iran mocks Trump’s Hormuz cargo charge plan, says ‘20% is too much, we will be fair’
"POTUS is absolutely right. Whoever provides secure and safe passage of commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz should be compensated for this service. Iran has always been the GUARDIAN of the Strait and will remain so FOREVER. 20% is of course too much. We will be fair," Araghchi said on X
Trump urges Clarity Act in honour of Lindsey Graham, warns on China's AI, crypto push
Trump warned that China is trying to dominate both sectors and called for the bill's passage in honour of Senator Lindsey Graham, whom he described as a strong supporter of the legislation.
'Intolerable threat to US sovereignty': Trump administration vows to 'systematically disable' International Criminal Court
US is considering measures including sanctions, visa bans and diplomatic pressure to limit the court's ability to investigate or prosecute American officials and military personnel.
US uses sea drones in combat for first time as it strikes Iranian naval base | Watch
The attack comes amid escalating hostilities between Washington and Tehran, as both sides continue exchanging military strikes across the region.
Flight carrying bodies of 15 Indians killed in Vietnam boat tragedy lands in Mumbai
The mortal remains of the victims, who died when a speedboat carrying Indian tourists capsized off Phu Quoc Island, were flown to Mumbai from Ho Chi Minh City before being sent to their home states
China using 'legal gray zones' for espionage and transnational influence: Taiwanese judge
Speaking in Washington, Judge Hsu Kai-hsieh urged closer cooperation between Taiwan and the United States, warning that Beijing's intelligence tactics have evolved from targeting state secrets to building broader influence networks through community groups and social media, The Taipei Times reported.
Iran fires back at Trump over Hormuz plan, suspends MoU after accusing US of 'openly violating' ceasefire
Iran on Monday said its agreement with Washington is in a “state of crisis” and signalled that planned Islamabad talks are now in limbo, as the two sides trade accusations over ceasefire violations and control of the Strait of Hormuz
US launches crackdown on media leaks, forms joint DOJ-Pentagon task force
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said the new task force will investigate unauthorised disclosures of sensitive national defence information and coordinate legal action against those responsible
Trump says US is 'Guardian of Hormuz', will charge 20% fee on cargo shipped through it
The announcement came hours after Trump said the US would take charge of securing the strategic waterway, amid rising tensions with Iran.
India-US trade framework deal ready, awaiting right time and structure for signing: Commerce Secy Rajesh Agrawal
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Monday said the framework agreement is ready and bilateral trade talks are progressing smoothly, while both sides remain engaged on a broader trade pact amid evolving US tariff policies
Yemen says targeted Sanaa airport to stop Iranian plane, accuses Houthis of detaining ICRC aircraft
The Yemeni government on Monday said its forces struck the runway at Houthi-controlled Sanaa International Airport to prevent an Iranian aircraft from landing, while also alleging the Houthis are holding an International Committee of the Red Cross plane and its crew
Why essential medicines are running short in Pakistan as pricing delays stall production
According to a report, proposals to increase prices for these medicines have been pending with the federal cabinet for over two years, forcing manufacturers to cut back or halt production.
UK to proscribe Iran’s IRGC & Russia’s GRU as terrorist organisations
The UK has moved to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Russia's military intelligence agency GRU as terrorist organisations.
Pakistan steps up Balochistan crackdown as Operation Shaban claims 114 rebel lives
More than 100 rebels have been killed in Pakistan's Balochistan province over the past week as the country's security forces intensify a large-scale crackdown across the restive region
'We'll get paid for guarding it': Trump says US is 'taking over' Strait of Hormuz
His remarks came as the US and Iran exchanged fresh missile and drone attacks, further raising concerns over regional stability
Iran blames US ‘overt and covert pressures’ on Oman for failure of Hormuz shipping talks
Iran on Monday said that efforts to secure a new navigation mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz were derailed by Washington's pressure on Oman, while also declaring its Islamabad agreement with the US in “full crisis mode” amid escalating military tensions.
Can Trump really leave a ‘dead man’s switch’ to destroy Iran if he is assassinated?
US President Donald Trump’s warning that Iran would face total destruction if he were assassinated has put the spotlight on presidential war powers. Can a US president leave behind binding military orders after death? Here's what the Constitution, succession laws, and Pentagon protocols actually say
'Putin pays attention to PM Modi': Poland minister calls India's role in Ukraine war 'crucial'
A senior Polish official said India's efforts to prevent further escalation of the conflict are "crucial" and also backed New Delhi's balanced approach to the ongoing West Asia crisis.
Missing Hyderabad student found dead in Helsinki sea; family demands detailed probe
An 18-year-old student from Hyderabad who had been missing in Finland for more than two months has been found dead, bringing a tragic end to an extensive search
As Iran calls for de-escalation, reports suggest strikes on Bandar Abbas & Qeshm, Kharg islands
Shortly after Iran called for de-escalation in West Asia, explosions from apparent US strikes were reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island, and Kharg Island.
Piyush Goyal denies reports of stalled US trade talks as 'false and misleading
India has rejected a rushed trade deal with the US, seeking better terms on tariffs, agriculture and market access as stronger exports and new trade partnerships boost New Delhi’s bargaining power, Reuters reported
India bags 5 golds at International Physics Olympiad 2026, finishes joint first
India's young physicists delivered one of the country's strongest-ever performances at the 56th International Physics Olympiad in Colombia, winning gold medals for all five team members. The result placed India among six joint toppers and underscored the country's growing strength in international science competitions for school students.
Iran is working with mediators to prevent escalation with US, says foreign ministry
Iran has said that it is working with mediators Qatar, Pakistan, and Oman to prevent any further escalation in the ongoing war with the United States.
How Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani made Qatar one of India's closest strategic partners
Under the late Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar became India's largest LNG supplier, signed the 2008 Defence Cooperation Agreement, expanded the Indian diaspora to over 830,000, and laid the groundwork for a Strategic Partnership targeting $30 billion in bilateral trade by 2030
Japan is building a powerful new spy agency after 80 years. But why now?
The 700-member agency will coordinate intelligence across government departments and report directly to a council chaired by the prime minister
UN condemns Hamas over alleged obstruction of humanitarian aid in Gaza
A senior UN official has accused Hamas of obstructing humanitarian aid deliveries and intimidating relief workers in Gaza, saying the actions are disrupting life-saving operations
South Korean court jails ex-President Yoon for 2 years in political funding case
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison in a political funding case. He is already serving a life sentence awarded to him earlier this year for masterminding an insurrection last year.
'Macron, Meloni, Trump': Iran newspaper publishes list of 13 leaders as Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge
An Iranian newspaper has published a list of foreign leaders as potential revenge targets after Mojtaba Khamenei vowed retaliation for the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei