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Iran has reportedly launched multiple ballistic missiles from locations including Tehran, Lorestan and Shiraz following the U.S. strike on Larak Island near the Strait of Hormuz. Initial reports indicated that an American military installation in Jordan may have been among the targets, as fears grow of a fresh cycle of direct retaliation between Washington and Tehran.

In a call to action, Prime Minister Modi urged young Indians to use social media in innovative ways to fight against drug addiction. He also celebrated the success of the PM SVANidhi scheme in promoting women's economic empowerment, with approximately 35 lakh women benefiting from it to strengthen their businesses.

Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk believes organizers of the Cockroach Janta Party movement have political ambitions. He stated that such aspirations are normal and not objectionable if the platform remains non-party. Wangchuk described the organizers as well-meaning and skilled individuals with no current indications of corruption. He advised them to maintain the CJP as a neutral pressure group for broader support.

What really happened behind the walls of North Koreas ruling Kim dynasty? Former Kim Jong-il bodyguard Kang, who says he spent 13 years protecting the North Korean leader, has shared a series of explosive claims about life inside the regime. From alleged secret pleasure squad practices and tightly controlled marriages to elite banquets, drug use and the extreme privilege surrounding the ruling family, Kangs account offers a disturbing glimpse into the world he says he witnessed firsthand.

A political showdown is unfolding in Mississippi after Republican Olive Branch Mayor Ken Adams refused to follow President Donald Trumps directive to lower American flags to half-staff following Dolly Partons death at age 80. While Trump and Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves called for flags to be lowered for one week in honor of the country music icon, Adams defended his decision, saying the gesture should be reserved for military heroes, fallen first responders, presidents, major national leade

Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a strong message calling on Muslim nations to recognise what he described as the real enemy and overcome divisions across the Islamic world. In a written statement, Irans Supreme Leader accused the United States and Israel of exploiting political, cultural, racial and geographical differences to weaken Muslim countries and expand their influence. Khamenei also pointed to the situation in Palestine, questioning whether Palestinians would remain so vulnerable if Muslim

A massive explosion at a warehouse near Kyiv has sparked questions over what was stored inside the facility and whether the site may have contained Patriot air-defence missiles. Ukrainian media reports have suggested a possible link, although there is no official confirmation that Patriot systems or missiles were present. The blast came days after Ukraine received additional Patriot air-defence equipment. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a warehouse in Myla was struck before a major

Iran is hinting that it may still have military capabilities that have not been revealed. Iranian Defense Ministry spokesperson Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik says Tehran has deliberately kept some of its newest weapons, technologies and battlefield tactics under wraps, potentially to be unveiled if another war breaks out. Iran claims it now produces more than 1,000 types of weapons and ammunition domestically and has reached over 90% self-sufficiency in defence production. Tehran also says w

Donald Trumps health is back under intense scrutiny after a clinical and forensic psychologist examined a series of the US Presidents public appearances. Dr. John Paul Garrison claimed he saw a troubling pattern involving speech and word-finding difficulties, apparent spasms, twitching and moments when Trump appeared tired or overwhelmed. In his analysis, Garrison raised possible neurological explanations, including dementia and Alzheimers-type dementia. Trumps physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, ha

A potentially major escalation is unfolding in the Strait of Hormuz, with initial reports claiming Iran launched anti-ship cruise missiles from southern Iran toward vessels using the southern Omani corridor. The reported launches come as US military activity intensifies, with KC-135 and KC-46A refueling tankers and US Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft operating around the strategic waterway. The development raises fresh concerns over the safety of commercial shipping through one of the

Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia launched nearly 2,000 attack drones, more than 1,600 guided aerial bombs and 31 missiles against Ukraine in one weekincluding North Korean ballistic weapons. Kyiv has previously identified KN-23 missile debris after Russian strikes. The additional supply allows Moscow to preserve its Iskander stockpile, enlarge combined salvos and force Ukraine to expend scarce Patriot interceptors against more high-speed targets. Watch.

A devastating drone strike on an ammunition depot near Kyiv resulted in the tragic loss of 38 lives. The following blasts left unexploded shells scattered across civilian areas. In light of this catastrophe, Ukrainian authorities are re-evaluating their ammunition storage methods. Meanwhile, Russia has escalated its aerial assaults on Ukraine, prompting Kyiv to promise a stringent response to every act of aggression.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has delivered a blunt visual response to Donald Trumps controversial Lake America renaming order. Ford unveiled a massive billboard on the Canadian shoreline declaring: Lake Ontario. Now and Always. The move comes as tensions between Canada and the U.S. continue to escalate over tariffs, trade and Trumps repeated comments about Canada becoming the 51st U.S. state. Canadian leaders have responded with defiance and mockery, rejecting Trumps attempt to rename the lake. The

A major security scare unfolded over Houston as President Donald Trump visited NASAs Johnson Space Center, with NORAD scrambling F-16 fighter jets after five general aviation aircraft breached temporary restricted airspace around the presidential visit.

Anand Ranganathan challenges Rahul Gandhis use of Manusmriti in a wider debate over patriarchy and womens rights. He accepts that the passage describing womens dependence on father, husband and sons is patriarchal. But he argues that Rahul Gandhi is selectively targeting Hindu society while ignoring problems faced by women in other communities. Ranganathan says Manusmriti is a Smriti, not the Vedas, and not a rulebook followed by all Hindus. He also revisits Shah Bano, the Uniform Civil Code deb

Watch the song 'Varavayi Nee' from Malayalam movie 'Sara's' starring Anna Ben and Sunny Wayne. 'Varavayi Nee' is sung by Divya Vineeth and Vineeth Sreenivasan, and music of the song is given by Shaan Rahman. Lyrics of 'Sara's' song 'Varavayi Nee' are written by Joe Paul. Jude Anthany Joseph directorial 'Sara's' also stars Mallika Sukumaran, Siddique, Vijayakumar and Dhanya Varma in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Varavayi Nee' song from Anna Ben and Sunny Wayne starrer 'Sara's' watch the vide

Nasa's new Roman Space Telescope has launched on a mission to explore distant planets. This observatory will search for dark matter and dark energy across the universe. It is expected to discover thousands of new planets and billions of galaxies. The telescope's wide field of view surpasses Hubble's capabilities significantly. Roman will build upon the discoveries of Webb and Hubble observatories.

The Bombay High Court rebuked Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration officials over the suspension of licences of five restaurants operating at the Mumbai Cricket Association premises in Bandra-Kurla Complex. The court accused the FDA of taking a pedantic instead of pragmatic view despite a fresh inspection showing the eateries were 88 per cent compliant with food safety norms. The bench warned concerned officials of contempt action and even jail, questioning the departments alleged haste in

Gal Gadot opens up about the intense preparation behind her upcoming film The Runner, admitting she used to hate running and never considered herself a runner. The actor reveals she spent nine months training with an Olympic coach to prepare for the physically demanding role, even joking that she once ran like Phoebe from Friends. Gadot says the rigorous preparation ultimately helped her learn to enjoy running, at least a little, as she transformed herself for the action-packed project.

The United States has imposed sweeping new sanctions on nearly 60 Iran-linked entities, including several companies and individuals based in Hong Kong and mainland China. But what do these sanctions mean for China, US-China relations, and the global economy?In this video, we explain why Chinese firms have been targeted, how Washington is trying to cut off Iran's economic lifelines, Beijing's response to the latest sanctions, and the economic countermeasures China could consider if tensions escal

Two videos from the Chinese side appear to show an ice-and-rock collapse triggering the devastating NepalTibet flash flood. The flood swept through Gyirong Port and Nepals Rasuwa district before moving downstream through the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river systems. The US Geological Survey later identified the seismic signal as a glacial collapse and landslide, not a conventional earthquake. China has rejected claims that it failed to warn Nepal and has called them fake news. But critics want to

Rescue operations have intensified in Nepals Rasuwa district after a catastrophic flash flood left people trapped inside a tunnel. The Nepal Army is leading efforts to locate and evacuate those stranded amid challenging conditions.

Nepal Police arrested two men after a viral 41-second video allegedly showed them removing gold earrings from the body of a woman swept away in the Narayani River floods. Police identified the suspects from the footage.

Devastating flash floods swept away a bridge in Nepal on August 26, with surging waters causing destruction as people rushed to safety. The terrifying moment was captured on camera.

A devastating Nepal-Tibet flood sent rivers surging downstream on Wednesday, with residents scrambling to safety as the water level rose nearly 30ft in just 30 minutes at one monitoring point.

Pakistan has signed a new defence protocol with Kuwait, expanding cooperation in military training, capacity building and border management. The agreement builds on the 2023 Defence Cooperation Agreement and was signed in Islamabad by Pakistans Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif and Kuwaits Defence Minister Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah. The Kuwaiti delegation also met Pakistans army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir. The deal follows Pakistans stronger mutual-defence pact with Saudi Arabi

Rashmika Mandanna has reportedly been selected to portray the legendary MS Subbulakshmi in an anticipated biopic. Fans can expect an official announcement coinciding with the singer's birth anniversary. Previously considered for this pivotal role were Sai Pallavi and Rukmini Vasanth. Directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, this film aims to bring the inspiring journey of Subbulakshmi to a broader audience.