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Geopolitics

China issues 'backdoor' security alert over Anthropic's Claude Code

The Hindu – World · India

The database advised that organisations and users should immediately review affected systems and either uninstall ‌the impacted versions or upgrade to ​the lat…

Geopolitics

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Launches New Strikes on Iran, Military Says

The New York Times – World · US

U.S. Central Command said on social media that it was protecting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said earlier that he thought a three-week-ol…

Geopolitics

Russia denounces NATO summit decisions on aid for Ukraine, defence

The Hindu – World · India

NATO members at the summit pledged €70 billion ($80 billion) in military assistance to Ukraine for 2026

Geopolitics

Platner calls sexual assault allegations ‘all false’ as he drops out of Senate race; Maine Democrats to choose new nominee – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This live blog is now closed.Graham Platner ends Maine Senate campaign after sexual assault allegationMaine contenders: the Democrats who could replace Graham …

Geopolitics

Delhi-NCR wakes up to another rainy morning; IMD issues orange alert

Times of India – World · India

Delhi received heavy rainfall early Thursday, extending the monsoon spell and bringing relief. An orange alert forecasts more rain across the region through mo…

Geopolitics

Divisions Festered Within Iran Over Talks With the U.S.

The New York Times – World · US

Iran’s president and foreign minister were physically attacked this week by supporters of a hard-line faction that vehemently opposes any deal with the United …

Geopolitics

As More Remains Are Found in Rubble From Venezuela Earthquakes, Horror Becomes Routine

The New York Times – World · US

Fearful that officials would tear down damaged buildings without accounting for any remaining bodies, Venezuelans are desperately digging for their relatives’ …

Geopolitics

U.S. to remove Syria from terror blacklist, in new boost to Sharaa

The Hindu – World · India

With the removal, only three countries remain on the terror blacklist — Iran, North Korea and Cuba

Geopolitics

Iraqis Turn Out in Droves to Mourn Khamenei and Show Solidarity

The New York Times – World · US

In Najaf and Karbala, home to two of Shiite Islam’s holiest sites, hundreds of thousands joined commemorations for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who extended Iran’s …

Geopolitics

Prisoners of violence: On Sri Lanka’s prison riots

The Hindu – World · India

Sri Lanka must do more to uphold order, prevent crowding within its prisons

Geopolitics

Indian national among inmates killed in Sri Lanka’s prison riots

The Hindu – World · India

The deceased Indian’s name is Unnikrishnan S.; the High Commission of India has not yet issued an official statement on the death, official sources in Colombo …

Geopolitics

Drone strikes on civilian vehicles kill at least 20 in Sudan, rights groups say

The Hindu – World · India

The group said that the strike “was deliberate and carried out using a guided drone” and called for the international community to pressure RSF leadership to s…

Geopolitics

‘The Pitt’ leads Emmy nominations, with ‘Hacks’ not far behind

South China Morning Post – World · China

The Pitt led all nominees with 25 in a dominant second season, while Hacks led all comedies with 24 for its final season as the Emmy nominations were announced…

Geopolitics

Trump’s ceasefire ‘over’ remarks & new Hormuz disruptions: What it means for India

Times of India – World · India

Before the conflict, the Strait of Hormuz handled nearly 40% of India's crude oil imports, around 60% of its LNG imports and approximately 90% of its LPG suppl…

Startups

5 Quotes from Attached that change how you see people

Your Story · India

Discover 5 eye-opening quotes from Attached that can change how you understand people, relationships, emotional needs, and attachment styles.

Geopolitics

Watch: U.S.-Iran ceasefire ‘over’: what happens now? | Above the Fold | 08.07.2026

The Hindu – World · India

From the escalating conflict in West Asia to latest developments in the 2023 killing of a Khalistani separatist in Canada, we bring you the latest in this epis…

Geopolitics

At End of NATO Summit, Leaders Find Much to Agree on Despite Trump’s Insults

The New York Times – World · US

The alliance restated its commitment to collective defense and reiterated its support for Ukraine.

Geopolitics

Eight killed after landslide hits girls' school in Bangladesh

BBC News – World · Europe

Rescuers pull bodies from the mud after heavy monsoon rains batter the south-eastern coast.

Geopolitics

UK judges begin hearing appeal over Trinidad and Tobago anti-gay law

The Guardian – World · Europe

Activist is challenging ruling last year that restored colonial-era homophobic law against same-sex intimacySome of the UK’s top judges are hearing arguments o…

Geopolitics

DR Congo: Tensions mount over planned constitutional referendum

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but ha…

Geopolitics

Marine Le Pen’s political career and the rise of the French far right: Timeline

The Hindu – World · India

The head of the National Rally, Le Pen, 57, gained popularity in recent years by softening the image of the party founded by her late father — who was known fo…

Geopolitics

The story of India-Indonesia collaboration in the 1940s | Explained

The Hindu – World · India

From Nehru’s diplomatic support to Biju Patnaik’s daring mission, India played a significant role in Indonesia’s struggle for independence. Here’s how the part…

Geopolitics

West Asia War LIVE: Tehran targets Bahrain, Kuwait after U.S. strikes; Iraq hosts Khamenei's funeral procession

The Hindu – World · India

The attacks on shipping and the resulting strikes came during the dayslong funeral for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Geopolitics

India news: US charges Lawrence Bishnoi in Sikh separatist killing

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi is accused of involvement in the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, which sparked one of the worst diplomat…

Geopolitics

Trump tariff threat: India’s strong stand on US Section 301 probe that proposes 12.5% duties

Times of India – World · India

According to policymakers and trade experts, the pace of the investigation suggests that the US may replace the existing 10% tariff, which remains in force unt…

Geopolitics

India supports two-state solution for solving Israel-Palestine conflict, says PM Modi

The Hindu – World · India

In a press statement in Jakarta while presiding over the signing of multiple agreements including the delivery of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system and …

Geopolitics

UGC NET June 2026 answer key soon: How to check OMR sheets, objection window

Times of India – World · India

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the UGC NET June 2026 provisional answer key between July 15 and July 20 after the examination conclud…

Geopolitics

Exclusive | 'At 15, he should still be immature': ABD on protecting Sooryavanshi

Times of India – World · India

Few cricketers have witnessed the evolution of modern cricket quite like AB de Villiers. From the rise of T20 leagues to the changing aspirations of young cric…

Geopolitics

12 years of civilisational diplomacy: How PM Modi restored India's shared heritage

Times of India – World · India

One of the earliest initiatives came in Vietnam, where India signed a Memorandum of Understanding in 2014 to restore the UNESCO-listed Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary. Once t…

Geopolitics

Baruipur horror: Accused in 12-year-old's brutal rape and murder shot dead in police encounter

Times of India – World · India

Prabhas Mondal, the main accused in the Baruipur rape and murder case, has been killed. He was killed in a police encounter while officers reconstructed the cr…

Geopolitics

Pressure mounts on Graham Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race as new allegation emerges – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

This live blog is now closed.How could Democrats replace Graham Platner?Sign up for the Breaking News US emailDonald Trump said he had a “very good talk” withV…

Geopolitics

Fears of a massacre in this city on the front line of Sudan's war

BBC News – World · Europe

El-Obeid has been under "siege-like conditions" for 18 months says the UN human rights chief.

Geopolitics

Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran mourns Khamenei

The Hindu – World · India

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre said the tanker had been hit near Limah, Oman, in the strait

Geopolitics

Watch: Monsoon rains trigger deadly debris slip in Wayanad |Above the Fold | 07.07.2026

The Hindu – World · India

From Kerala to Indonesia, and from Syria to the FIFA World Cup, in this episode, we look at the deadly debris slip in Kerala, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vi…

Geopolitics

French far-right chief Marine Le Pen cleared to run for President but with ankle tag

The Hindu – World · India

A Paris appeals court found Marine Le Pen guilty over the fake jobs scam at the European Parliament but reduced that sentence, banning her from office for 15 m…

Geopolitics

Ghana: Uncertainty hangs over new government anti-corruption plan

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

President John Dramani Mahama wants to build trust by strengthening public accountability. But governance experts say the success of the anti-corruption plan w…

Geopolitics

What to know about NATO’s summit in Turkey as America steps back from its defence of Europe

The Hindu – World · India

President Donald Trump and NATO leaders are meeting in Turkey for a summit focused on the alliance’s future

Geopolitics

Militants kill nine police officers in attack on post in southwest Pakistan

The Hindu – World · India

Militants attacked a police post overnight, triggering an intense gun battle that killed nine police officers and wounded some others, says officials

Startups

A biography two decades in the making captures the Dalai Lama's life and legacy

Your Story · India

Eternal Light, a new Dalai Lama biography by Dr Arvind Yadav, traces the spiritual leader's journey from his 1935 birth in Tibet to global advocacy.

Geopolitics

Modi begins three-nation trip, starts with Indonesia to boost strategic ties

The Hindu – World · India

Prime Minister is set to hold discussions with Indonesian President Subianto to add ‘momentum to this partnership across diverse sectors’; he will travel to Au…

Geopolitics

The last revolutionary of Iran

The Hindu – World · India

Here are four clear bullet points summarizing the news article: • Iran has begun official funeral ceremonies for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the country's second …

Tech & Startups

Netflix invented binge-watching. Now it may have outgrown it.

TechCrunch · US

A new report suggests Netflix viewers aren’t sticking around for Season 2. The bigger issue may be that binge-watching itself is no longer the advantage it onc…

Geopolitics

Jailers and officials at Russia's 'torture prisons' in Ukraine exposed by BBC

BBC News – World · Europe

Former prisoners accuse the men of abuse in detention centres and want to see them brought to trial.

Geopolitics

Israeli drone strike kills four people in southern Lebanon, Lebanese state media reports

The Hindu – World · India

The intensity ⁠of hostilities abated last month, as Iran insisted on its ‌demand for a Lebanon ceasefire in talks with the U.S., and as Israel scaled back atta…

Geopolitics

Riot in Sri Lanka’s Negombo prison leaves at least 23 dead

The New York Times – World · US

The country has faced criticism from human rights activists for the conditions in its prisons, including overcrowding and failing to protect inmates.

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