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Russian strikes have again hit Ukraine, with a nine-storey apartment building in Kharkivs Saltivskyi district struck early Monday and 25 people injured, including nine children aged between three and 15, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack came amid a wider exchange of long-range strikes between Russia and Ukraine as fighting along much of the front line remains largely stalled. Russia has increasingly relied on missiles, glide bombs and drones, while Ukraine has expanded its own long

Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has escalated his rhetoric against the United States, claiming Iran has emerged from months of war as a major power capable of forcing US and allied forces out of the region. In remarks reported by Iranian state-linked media, Khamenei claimed some now consider Iran the worlds fourth superpower and said Western forces no longer dare operate freely near the Strait of Hormuz following Iranian attacks. He then extended the warning beyond the Gulf, saying: The ti

India has been overtaken by Ukraine as the worlds largest arms importer, according to SIPRI data for 2021 to 2025. India accounted for 8.2 percent of global imports, even though its imports fell four percent from the previous five-year period. At the same time, Indian defence exports reached a record 38,424 crore in FY202526. That is the paradox. India is exporting more, but still buying fighters, engines, missiles and air-defence systems needed immediately. Russia remains Indias largest supplie

A political showdown has erupted in Delhi after PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh was caught on camera slapping a man during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has demanded Vermas arrest and announced a visit to inspect the road, which AAP leaders allege was poorly constructed. Kejriwal also attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the incident and invoked Gen Z. Verma hit back, accusing Kejriwal of drama and claiming the man was an AAP goon who had previously faced a c

Madonna and Taylor Swifts candid MTV VMAs moment has become one of the nights most talked-about celebrity exchanges. According to lip-reading expert Nicola Hickerling, Madonna appeared to ask Taylor a five-word question after greeting her and touching her stomach. The interaction quickly caught fans attention, with social media users reacting to their affectionate exchange, the apparent belly touch and the possibility of a future collaboration. Madonna and Taylor were also among the ceremonys bi

Shaili Singh finished fourth with a best jump of 6.42m on Sunday. India's Ancy Sojan won silver with 6.53m, while China's Huang Yingying took gold with 6.55m on her final attempt. The controversy centres on Shaili's fourth attempt, which was officially measured at 6.41m.

US Vice President JD Vance has warned American companies against laying off local workers and replacing them with cheaper foreign employees, signalling fresh curbs on H-1B visas. The warning follows a September 18 presidential order directing agencies to weigh layoffs of similar American workers when reviewing H-1B petitions, alongside a Labor Department review of Labor Condition Application data. The $100,000 fee has been extended through September 2027, though a federal court found it unlawful

Donald Trumps interaction with golfer Keegan Bradley and his wife Jillian at the Presidents Cup has sparked a wave of social media reaction. Trump greeted Jillian with two kisses on the cheek during his visit to Medinah Country Club, after which viewers began closely discussing the brief exchange and her reaction. Some social media users described the moment as creepy and questioned whether Jillian appeared uncomfortable. The comments reflect online reactions to the footage and do not establish

Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traore has issued a stark warning to foreign spies and those accused of treason, saying his government will impose the death penalty if spies are caught operating in the country. Speaking in Ouagadougou, Traore accused foreign diplomatic missions of providing cover for intelligence operatives and said Burkina Faso would no longer tolerate such activity. He also warned alleged domestic agents of foreign powers that there would be no mercy for treason. Traore specifi

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says Operation Aspides needs more warships to protect commercial shipping in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks. Kallas said the mission was originally expected to have at least 10 ships, but currently does not have that number. She said she was pushing EU member states for additional contributions, but had not yet received firm commitments. The EU launched Aspides in 2024 as a defensive mission to protect shipping around the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Bab al-Mand

Visitors at Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway have been causing harm by placing coins in its rock formations. The National Trust recently removed over 20 kilos of coins due to the damage they caused. Experts highlighted that oxidization of the coins led to the disintegration of the ancient basalt columns. New measures have been implemented, including signs and donation boxes for visitors.

India has made remarkable strides in the Asian Games 2026, gathering a total of eight medals in athletics, shooting, and kurash. Notably, Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav achieved a spectacular javelin double, while Murali Sreeshankar secured a silver in the long jump. Contributions from Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara, who earned silver and bronze medals respectively, further bolstered the nation's success.

Defending champions India ended their Asian Games group campaign in style, thrashing Bangladesh 10-0 in a rain-hit match on Monday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as India finished at the top of Pool A. They will now face arch-rivals Pakistan in the semi-final on October 1.

India won eight medals on Day 9 of the Asian Games, including four silver and four bronze. Notable performances included Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav securing silver and bronze in the men's javelin. Esha Singh earned silver in the women's 25m pistol, while several athletes contributed to the medal tally across different sports. Despite the successes, India's gold medal count remained at four, keeping it in 12th place overall.

Donald Trump has been caught on a hot mic at the Presidents Cup, with a brief exchange at Chicagos Medinah Country Club sparking a fresh wave of online trolling. After Team USAs victory, Trump posed with the trophy before speaking to the players and shaking hands with captain Brandt Snedeker. While crowd noise and music made parts of the exchange difficult to hear, Trump appears to say, Youre going to go down in history, before turning away and seemingly adding, Id like to go home. The clip quic

The battle for control of the Trinamool Congress has entered a crucial phase. The Supreme Court has indicated that the West Bengal Assembly Speaker should decide disqualification petitions against 10 rebel MLAs by October 10. At the same time, the court has directed the Election Commission to decide the dispute over the TMCs original name and Flowers and Grass symbol within three months after both factions complete their pleadings. The EC has temporarily frozen the original name and symbol and a

Violence erupted at Lovely Professional University following rumors about incidents involving students and outsiders. Walkie-talkies were discovered, prompting an investigation by the Punjab Police into the situation. Police chose dialogue over force, engaging with student grievances and the university administration.The violence was exacerbated by external factors, resulting in vandalism and unrest on campus. A Special Investigation Team has been established to take strict legal action against

Heartwarming Ganesh Visarjan moments go viral online as devotees bid an emotional farewell to Bappa.

To help manage growing human-elephant conflicts, the Odisha Forest Department is running the Kumki Elephant Training Centre at Kumarakhunti within the Chandaka Wildlife Division near Bhubaneswar.The facility brings in orphaned, injured, or herd-separated young elephants, rehabilitating and training them to safely drive wild elephant herds away from human habitations. Equipped with a specialized kitchen, night shelter, bathing area, and playing field, the centre provides comprehensive care and tr

Three female students of Lovely Professional University (LPU) on Monday said the university did not take their consent before posting a video in which they appeared to dismiss claims of a student's rape on campus, and said they were now facing abuse and harassment.The students also claimed that the video released by the university had been cropped.

Another exam, another cancellation, and millions of dreams left hanging by a thread. From the recent #Bihar Police SI Mains to the AEDO and Sanitation Officer tests, 2026 has been a brutal year for aspirants.Behind every headline is a young life running out of time, money, and hope. Despite tough anti-leak laws and grand promises, the chaos continues. When will Bihar guarantee a fair, flawless exam? Drop your thoughts below!

Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singhs pure josh moment at a squadron gathering has caught attention online. The Indian Air Force chief was seen displaying his energetic side during the gathering, winning hearts with the spirited moment.

Esha Singh reflects on her dramatic shooting final at the Asian Games after winning the silver medal. The Indian shooter spoke about the intense final, unexpected breaks, her tiring hand and dedicating the medal to her mother.

A question about Afghan women has turned into a diplomatic controversy for Pakistan. At a UNGA event in New York, a journalist asked Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif why Pakistan supported the Taliban and why it did not challenge restrictions on Afghan women. Asif pointed to her clothes, told her not to return like this, and made a throat-slitting gesture. The video has sparked widespread criticism. The incident comes during a sharp Pakistan-Afghanistan breakdown. Pakistan accuses Kabul

Giant pandas from China arrived in the US aboard a FedEx Panda Express and headed to Zoo Atlanta, in a gesture linked to Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump.

Cricket fans who travelled to Nagoya for the Asian Games were left disappointed after the India vs Afghanistan match was cancelled due to rain. Fans had travelled from across Japan and India hoping to watch Team India in action.

In recent Russian strikes on Kyiv, three people lost their lives, including an Azerbaijani citizen. In Kharkiv, numerous injuries were documented. Ukraine retaliated with targeted counterstrikes against Russian oil and military sites, impacting areas such as Tula and Voronezh, while a railway bridge in Bryansk was also attacked. Ongoing Russian offensives are causing considerable destruction to vital infrastructure across the region, intensifying the conflict between both nations.

A two-storey building in Damodarpur, Balasore partially collapsed due to heavy rainfall and weakened structure. This nearly 300-year-old building had historical connections with Fakir Mohan Senapati, an Odia writer and litterateur. People from the family of Bachu Keshab Rao occupied the building over generations and still resided in part of it. Fortunately, there were no injuries or casualties from the incident that blocked a local road.