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Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed a mutual defence agreement, creating a new security grouping with major economic, military and nuclear weight. But the pact is already drawing criticism from Irans hardline establishment, with Kayhan accusing the three countries of sidelining Palestine.Watch: https://youtu.be/aYF8E5gIc2I?si=fOBtLiGyX76Fd9aP

Syria has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for alleged crimes against humanity and war crimes, marking the first major public conviction of Assad or members of his inner circle since his government collapsed in December 2024. A Damascus court also sentenced former Daraa security chief Atef Najib and convicted several other senior figures from Assads regime.

Iran is furious over the new Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan. Kayhan, one of Irans most influential hardline newspapers, has accused Muslim rulers of treachery and abandoning the Palestinian cause. But is Palestine really the reason Tehran is angry? The pact brings together Saudi financial power, Turkeys NATO experience and defence industry, and Pakistans nuclear deterrent under a collective-security framework. Turkey insists the agreement does not targe

President Trump is coming to the defense of FIFA Chief Gianni Infantino as the soccer boss faces growing pressure to resign. Infantinos controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise plan triggered backlash from football leaders, with UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC turning against him. Now Trump is warning FIFA against replacing his ally, praising Infantino as the man behind the most successful World Cup ever. As calls for his resignation grow, Infantinos increasingly turbulent FIFA future is under intense s

In 2014, after India became the first nation to reach Mars orbit on its maiden attempt, a New York Times cartoon depicted an Indian farmer with a cow knocking on the door of an Elite Space Club. The newspaper later apologised. Twelve years later, the symbolism has reversed. NASA has invited ISRO to partner in its Moon Base programme as the Artemis era moves towards sustained human presence on the lunar surface. India brings Chandrayaan-3s historic south-polar landing, Chandrayaan-1s role in dete

Sen. Adam Schiff sparked controversy after referring to Republicans as sons of b*tches while accusing them of pushing what he described as false claims about U.S. elections. The fiery remarks come amid ongoing partisan battles over election integrity, voting rights and public trust in American democratic institutions.

Iran is reportedly reorganising its national-security establishment for a confrontation that could outlast Donald Trumps presidency. Mojtaba Khamenei has elevated veteran IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaee to lead the Supreme National Security Council, while additional hard-line appointments are reportedly reshaping the Revolutionary Guard. The Wall Street Journal says the changes reflect growing distrust of Washington and a shift toward endurance rather than a rapid diplomatic settlement. Watch.

Tamil Nadu has renewed its demand to abolish NEET after the state Legislative Assembly passed a resolution urging the Union government to scrap the medical entrance exam. The DMK, AIADMK, PMK and Left parties backed the move, while the lone BJP MLA walked out. Health Minister K G Arunraj said NEET undermines social justice, equality and state rights, while highlighting concerns over paper leaks and student distress. Tamil Nadu argues that NEET disadvantages rural and socio-economically weaker st

Former Mossad director Yossi Cohen says Israeli operatives toured Irans underground Fordow enrichment facility many times before it was bombed by the United States. His wording does not establish whether agents physically entered the complex or whether he meant extensive remote surveillance. Cohen also said uranium enriched to 60 percent remained far from a bomb. While below the roughly 90-percent weapons-grade threshold, 60-percent material remains a serious proliferation concern because much o

The Philippines wants nine more BrahMos coastal missile batteries, potentially tripling its arsenal as tensions with China rise in the South China Sea. For India, the move could cement BrahMos as a major Indo-Pacific deterrence system and strengthen New Delhis role as a defence exporter.Watch: https://youtu.be/6QGLiH_N9RU?si=ux8Jadi1v_oZBlxH

12 years after the New York Times mocked Indias Mars mission, ISRO is being invited to join NASAs Artemis program as plans for a permanent lunar base take shape. From a controversial cartoon to a seat at the table with the worlds leading space powers, Indias space journey has come a long way.Watch: https://youtu.be/DE1sMQkJJnQ?si=WyLyoO_D22hpA26K

Bella Ramsey has opened up about finding a sense of belonging through acting, revealing that they first felt truly at home on a film set at the age of 11. The actor reflected on feeling like they were always on the edge of different social circles before discovering a place where they felt they belonged. The 'Sunny Dancer' star also discussed how supportive friendships have become an important part of their life and admitted that while some productions can be challenging, most sets continue to f

Delhi Assembly witnessed a fiery political showdown after Chief Minister Rekha Gupta criticised AAP MLA Anil Jha Vats over a viral video allegedly showing him in a vest and shorts while signing documents for constituents. Gupta questioned his conduct while women beneficiaries waited for paperwork. She also targeted AAP over the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, which promises 2,500 monthly assistance to eligible women. Meanwhile, eight AAP MLAs were marshalled out after raising slogans demanding Food Minist

Raw footage shows President Donald Trumps departure from Turkey during an extraordinary security operation reportedly triggered by a credible Iranian assassination threat.According to reports, Trump initially boarded an older Air Force One in Ankara before being secretly transferred to a smaller Air Force C-32A. The reported operation allegedly involved moving the president across the airport in a catering truck while the original Air Force One served as a decoy.

Ramandeep Singh and Chaarlie Chauhan's wedding reception turned into a star-studded celebration as Yuvraj Singh, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Harpreet Brar and other cricketers hit the dance floor with the newlyweds. The couple tied the knot in an intimate Anand Karaj ceremony before their reception videos went viral. Their eight-year relationship, kept private until their wedding, has also sparked curiosity, along with the age gap between the couple. Here's everything you need to know about

May 1999. At 18,000 feet, the air is too thin to breathe, engines gasp for oxygen, and the laws of aerodynamics break down. This is the story of Operation Safed Sagar, the Indian Air Forces historic and perilous campaign during the Kargil War. Facing an enemy entrenched atop jagged Himalayan peaks, IAF pilots flew modified fighter jets into a battlefield never designed for aviation history.#KARGILWAR #INDIANAIRFORCE #OPERATIONSAFEDSAGAR #MILITARYHISTORY #MIRAGE2000

Veteran actor Sunny Deol, at 68, continues to embrace action-hero roles, starring in the upcoming period drama 'Batwara 1947'. He says that age doesn't dictate his choices, as he still feels like a young hero and maintains his fitness for energy and health. The actor opens up on his fitness secrets, his diet and how he is not in the mood to step down as an action star anytime soon.

The Philippines wants more BrahMos. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has publicly confirmed Manila is pursuing additional systems after its first $375 million contract with India for three shore-based anti-ship missile batteries. Reports now point to an ambition of up to nine additional batteries as the Philippine military expands coastal defence across its vast archipelago. Why BrahMos? The supersonic missile gives Manila a mobile land-based weapon capable of threatening hostile ships hundreds of

U.S. President Donald Trump's secret flight switch has been exposed after a bombshell Washington Post report revealed an extraordinary decoy operation during his July trip from Turkey. CNN host Kaitlan Collins aired footage showing Trump boarding Air Force One before reportedly leaving through an elevated catering truck and transferring to a U.S. Air Force C-32A. The operation allegedly followed an apparent Iranian assassination threat and concealed Trump's movements from reporters and some offi

A newly released January 2021 text shows Anthony Fauci privately raising the theoretical possibility that fever and inflammation following a second mRNA vaccine dose could be associated with first-trimester miscarriage. The message does not establish that Fauci possessed evidence of such a link or concealed confirmed safety findings. Subsequent large studies found miscarriage rates consistent with expected levels and no statistically significant association with COVID vaccination. Senators are n

Three foreign sailors were reportedly killed when a commercial vessel came under attack in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Saudi-owned Al Hadath attributed the strike to a Houthi missile and identified the dead as two Pakistani nationals and one Indonesian citizen. The vessels identity, ownership and cargo have not been publicly confirmed, and independent verification remains limited. The incident threatens to intensify shipping diversions from a vital trade route connecting Europe and Asia. Watch.

U.S. Senator John Kennedy grilled Anna St. John during a tense Senate hearing over how allegations of sexual harassment and assault should be handled under the law. Kennedy questioned whether victims should retain multiple avenues for seeking redress, including private resolution, mediation, arbitration and court proceedings. St. John, who was picked by Trump as the district judge for Eastern District of Louisiana, agreed that victims can pursue different options, prompting Kennedy to repeatedly

Hundreds of Kashmiri Pandit employees have been placed on administrative leave till August 25 following a purported threat letter allegedly linked to a Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba group. The letter reportedly named employees and included their contact details, prompting authorities to advise PM employment package workers to move to safer locations. Those named have been shifted to Jammu, officials said. Around 6,000 Kashmiri Pandits have received government jobs under the special employment p

May 1999. At 18,000 feet in the thin air of Kargil, the Indian Air Force faced a crisis never before seen in aviation history. The enemy occupied peaks higher than most mountains on Earth, and the IAF was given one strict order: defeat them without crossing the Line of Control.After brutal early losses, including shot-down aircraft and captured pilots, the military rewrote its playbook mid-war. This is the incredible true story of Operation Safed Sagar, the introduction of Mirage 2000 laser-guid

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made a bold claim about Irans military strength, saying the Islamic Republic proved its power by resisting the US and Israel and forcing its adversaries to seek negotiations. Araghchi hailed Irans armed forces and national resistance, claiming Tehran emerged victorious not only on the battlefield but also in diplomacy, ethics and dignity. He said the conflict shocked the world and demonstrated Irans ability to stand against what he called the worlds la