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Speaking during a lengthy podcast interview with Joe Rogan that was released on Wednesday, Vance said the administration failed to effectively communicate what information was available and what was not

A Washington-based national security analyst has criticised US President Donald Trumps engagement with Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir, calling it dangerously short-sighted. The report argues the strategy strengthens Pakistans military establishment while overlooking regional instability, democratic concerns and strategic divergences.

The US Mint will strike a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump to mark 250 years of American independence. Announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the commemorative coin bears Trumps portrait, patriotic inscriptions and an eagle design, though its release date and production details are yet to be revealed.

Meanwhile, Russia attacked port infrastructure in Ukraines southern Odesa and Mykolaiv regions, local officials said on Wednesday

While Sourav Ganguly, Kevin Pietersen, and Anjum Chopra get inducted into the Hall of Fame, the International Cricket Council must look beyond cricketers to be honoured in such a fashion

One exception, though, is the maidan/garden at Prabhadevi, which was dug up for the Siddhivinayak Metro station

The US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and launched a fresh wave of airstrikes after attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran threatened to halt energy exports from the Gulf, while missile alerts sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait and Jordan intercepted incoming missiles.

Saturn's largest moon, Titan, is emerging as a prime target for future deep space exploration due to its dense atmosphere, methane-based weather cycle and complex organic chemistry. NASA's Dragonfly mission, scheduled to launch no earlier than 2028, aims to study the moon's potential for habitability

Researchers have developed a soft wearable patch called NEUSLeeP that combines gentle ultrasound and electrodes to improve REM sleep without medication or surgery. In an early study involving 28 participants, the device helped users enter REM sleep 43 minutes sooner and stay in it about 16 minutes longer.

US President Donald Trump announced a plan to revive the country's shipbuilding industry by expanding naval production, rebuilding shipyards and partnering with foreign companies. The initiative includes new investments, expanded manufacturing and efforts to modernise the US Navy.

The US launched a second wave of strikes targeting Iranian military capabilities linked to threats in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran claimed retaliatory attacks on US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan, further escalating regional tensions

Flooding triggered by torrential rains has killed 39 people and left nine missing in China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Authorities continue rescue efforts as heavy rainfall, swollen rivers and flood risks spread to other parts of the country under the impact of Typhoon Bavi.

The UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on Wednesday, providing zero-duty market access for nearly 99 per cent of India's exports. The deal is expected to boost trade, support MSMEs, farmers and key sectors, while strengthening bilateral economic ties

Two people were killed after a fire broke out in a multi-storeyed residential building in Noida's Mamura village on Wednesday. Firefighters rescued around 50 tenants from the building, while police arrested the landlord and launched an investigation into the incident.

Several Jan Suraaj leaders, including former Bihar Assembly election candidates KC Sinha and Ritesh Ranjan alias Bittu Singh, joined the BJP ahead of the July 30 Bankipur assembly bypoll, in a setback for party founder Prashant Kishor.

IRCTC has launched the beta version of its redesigned ticket booking website with a cleaner interface, faster checkout, simplified captcha and improved seat availability display. Users can access the new portal through the existing IRCTC website and share feedback before the full rollout

During its general body meeting, the civic body announced that the family of each deceased victim will receive Rs 10 lakh as financial assistance from PCMC, while each injured person will be provided Rs 1 lakh as immediate relief

The Pune Tourism Department has invited citizens, tourism enthusiasts, researchers, and organisations to share information about hidden and lesser-known tourist destinations across the district. The initiative aims to document, promote, and showcase Punes tourism potential

A man in his mid-20s was arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor girl, police said on Wednesday. Based on a complaint filed by the girl's family members, a case was registered against the accused under relevant sections of the POCSO Act

The woman's family alleged that she was strangled to death on July 7 after facing nearly a year of harassment over dowry. The police said a case has been registered and efforts are underway to arrest the accused. Further investigation is in progress

The project includes a six-lane elevated carriageway, an iconic cable-stayed bridge, an extradosed foot-over-bridge-cum-major bridge, loops, ramps, link roads and service roads. It will be developed under the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM)

Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has suspended two senior officials and ordered departmental inquiries over alleged negligence in the Moshi garbage depot tragedy that claimed nine contract workers' lives. The inquiry report has been sought within 15 days

Two people died after a fire broke out in a multi-storey residential building in Noida's Mamura village on Wednesday. Around 50 tenants were rescued safely. Police arrested the landlord, while investigators suspect an electric two-wheeler being charged may have sparked the blaze

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a one-day mass hunger strike at Jantar Mantar on Thursday in solidarity with activist Sonam Wangchuk and students, as the Ladakh-based activist completed the 18th day of his indefinite fast

Data from Congo's Ministry of Health showed that 753 patients are currently in isolation or receiving treatment at hospitals, while 366 people have recovered from the disease

A 27-year-old BTech graduate preparing for competitive examinations was found dead in his rented accommodation in Lucknow's Chinhat area. Police suspect suicide and have launched an investigation. The body has been sent for post-mortem, while forensic evidence has been collected

On World Youth Skills Day, we celebrate Assam's young minds who are turning ambition into achievement and powering the state's growth story, CM Sarma said

A Division Bench of Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyay and Justice Tejas Karia issued notices to the respondents after hearing preliminary submissions and listed the matter for further hearing on Thursday

More than 260 people were injured in the latest overnight US airstrikes on Iran, according to the country's Health Ministry. The strikes marked one of the deadliest recent escalations in tensions between the two nations amid the ongoing confrontation over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

In an open letter addressed to the protesters, Tharoor said Parliament's Monsoon Session, beginning next week, would provide an opportunity to raise the concerns of students in the country's highest legislative forum

A mob attacked an Assam Rifles camp in Manipur's Senapati district, pelting stones and setting security vehicles on fire hours after a search operation near a designated NSCN (IM) camp. Security forces used tear gas and blank rounds to disperse the crowd, while officials said the situation is now under control.

Jaishankar is on a two-day visit to Belgium from July 14-15 to participate in the 3rd India-EU Trade and Technology Council meeting and interact with his EU and Belgian counterparts in Brussels

The petitioner has urged the court to direct the Union Government and the Delhi Government to ensure immediate medical treatment for Wangchuk, initiate dialogue over the issues raised during his protest and take all necessary steps to safeguard his life

Chidambaram also said any support to the new version of the failed Bill will be a betrayal of the NCP (SP) and DMK''s own conscience that guided them earlier

India said the Security Council had failed to intervene meaningfully in several major conflicts around the world, resulting in prolonged human suffering and diminishing trust in the United Nations

Donald Trump said US military operations would intensify over the coming days and suggested that key infrastructure could be targeted if diplomatic efforts fail

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) President Naveed Walter addressed the UN High-level Political Forum in New York, urging greater protection for Pakistan's religious minorities and other marginalised communities. He called for human rights to be placed at the centre of sustainable development and the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.

The Iranian Army also claimed that the latest operation was part of an ongoing military campaign against US bases in the region.

The Karnataka government has exonerated three senior IPS officers in the Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede case that claimed 11 lives during RCB's IPL victory celebrations in June 2025. The government closed departmental proceedings after finding no grounds to continue the disciplinary action, though one officer was issued a warning.

The complaint was filed by BJP Nagpur City Social Media Cell Convener Shishir Arun Tripathi

In another meeting, Goyal held talks with the European Commissioner for Climate, Net-Zero and Clean Growth, Wopke Hoekstra, focusing on enhancing cooperation in climate action, renewable energy and green technologies

The Supreme Court has directed that Muslims be provided a separate open space adjacent to the disputed Bhojshala site in Madhya Pradesh for Friday namaz between 1 pm and 3 pm. The court also barred the ASI from making structural changes without its approval and said it would hear the sensitive matter on a day-to-day basis.

The blackout on Tuesday was the third such incident in two weeks as a US oil embargo stresses the island's grid

A further eight runners, including an 86-year-old British man, needed medical treatment for minor injuries

When it comes to number crunching, we learn that more than 25,000 volunteers were part of planting 35 different indigenous species, aimed at enhancing urban greenery

The strait once saw a fifth of all oil and natural gas traded pass through it in peacetime

The convicted rapist was the leader of a group of nine men who groomed and sexually abused teenage girls

Whats it about a four-actor, one-apartment chamber drama that it seems an early entrant to the year-end US awards season, already?

Iran responded with attacks targeting Bahrain, Jordan, and three tankers that travelled through the strait

Discussions are moving forward despite strong objections from the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, which believes only Iranian pressure on Washington can secure an end to the war and Israeli withdrawal