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Trump threatens to attack ‘Pickaxe Mountain’ a nuclear facility inside Ira
US President Donald Trump is threatening to attack a heavily-fortified underground nuclear facility in Iran
Pahalgam terror attack: NIA court issues non-bailable warrant against LeT founder Hafiz Saeed
A special NIA court has issued a non-bailable warrant for Hafiz Saeed. This action stems from the agency's ongoing investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack. The Pakistan-based chief of Lashkar-e-Taiba is accused of masterminding the attack. He is also wanted for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The warrant seeks his arrest for a fair and complete investigation.
The star-studded World Cup semifinals kick off with France vs. Spain
The expanded World Cup allowed FIFA to introduce a new seeding system that placed the world's top teams in opposite corners of the knockout bracket. Now, the semifinals are both heavyweight matchups.(Image credit: Florencia Tan Jun, Molly Darlington, Richard Pelham, David Ramos)
CBSE defends three-language policy in SC, says nearly half of affiliated schools meet norms
CBSE has defended its three-language policy before the Supreme Court, stating that 47.3% of its affiliated schools already offer two or more Indian languages in Class 9, while 99.19% have at least one Indian-language teacher. As the court hears challenges to the policy, CBSE and NCERT have maintained that implementation measures, textbooks and transition support are already in place.
Referee dies at 38, weeks after FIFA World Cup removal
Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at the young age of thirty-eight. He was recently removed from the FIFA World Cup 2026 officials list. Dieperink was arrested in Britain following an investigation which was later closed. The Netherlands football association and FIFA have expressed their deep sadness. Dieperink had a notable career, officiating many professional matches internationally.
Goldman Sachs' new rule bans employee bets on companies, elections, markets
Goldman Sachs has banned employees from trading on prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket, except for sports and entertainment bets. The bank's updated personal trading policy bars event contracts tied to elections, financial markets, Bitcoin prices and specific companies. Repeated violations can mean termination, and profits above $200 may be forfeited. JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley and Bank of America have introduced their own prediction market rules.
'Possible target for a nice big fat shot': Trump threatens strike on key Iran N-site
President Trump indicated American forces might soon strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain site. He stated the US closely monitors the heavily fortified location with advanced surveillance. Recent US strikes against Iran are described as retaliation for targeting commercial vessels. The naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz has also been reinstated by the US Navy. Iran's nuclear situation is reportedly not progressing well, according to officials.
Birthday present for Spain’s Yamal? World Cup semifinal win over France
Yamal wants to celebrate his 19th birthday by taking Spain to the World Cup final in New York.
Fourth Australian interest rate rise more likely if Trump’s Iran conflict not resolved within a week
Economists warn continued conflict could push oil prices beyond US$100 a barrel, increasing chance of further RBA rate hikeResurgent oil and fuel prices could cement a fourth interest rate rise this year if Donald Trump’s renewed conflict with Iran is not resolved within a week, economists warn.US missile strikes on Iran and Trump’s announcement overnight of a new maritime blockade has lifted oil prices to their highest point in the month since the two countries agreed to a peace deal. Continue...
Passenger's jewellery stolen on Rajdhani Express; court orders Railways to pay Rs 80,000
A district consumer commission ordered Northern Railway to pay Rs 80,000 to a couple. Their handbag containing a gold mangalsutra was stolen during a Rajdhani Express journey. The commission found the Railways guilty of deficiency in service for this incident. Railways contested the claim, citing un-booked luggage rules and lack of notice. However, evidence showed railway officials received the complaint and no attendant was present.
Mexico’s Sheinbaum announces criminal charges request in US over ICE deaths
Mexico to formally ask prosecutors to file cases in US courts over its citizens' deaths in immigration operations.
Houthis: Saudi airport targeted in retaliation for strikes on Sanaa airport
Yemen's Houthis say they struck Saudi Arabia's Abha airport in retaliation for a strike on Sanaa’s international airport
Brazil court bars Bolsonaro’s son from visiting ex-president for 90 days
Brazil’s top court bars Flavio Bolsonaro from visiting his father for 90 days over a social media post.
Sweden prides itself on equality – so why is its political gender gap growing?
As general election looms, survey shows twice as many men as women support far-right Sweden DemocratsOne is led by Sweden’s first female prime minister, Magdalena Andersson, and has promised smaller school-class sizes, more housing and free dental care for young people. The other, led by Jimmie Åkesson, has neo-Nazi roots and has pledged to lower taxes, improve public safety and treat “anti-Swedishness” as a hate crime.In the run-up to Sweden’s general election in September, the Social Democrats...
Jharkhand: 3-year-old's rape hushed up by Panchayat over feast 'fine' from suspect
Panchayat members in Gumla allegedly accepted Rs 20,000 to conceal a child's rape. The money was reportedly used for a feast after the suspect's family paid the fine. Police arrested the teenage suspect after visiting the village on Sunday evening. A magisterial probe will verify if panchayat members shielded the suspect for cash. Authorities are investigating all aspects of the alleged crime and the feast.
Can a landlord refuse to rent to a live-in couple? Here's what the law says
In India, unmarried couples seeking housing often face obstacles as landlords and housing societies hold on to outdated societal norms. Although the Supreme Court acknowledges live-in relationships as legal for consenting adults, the absence of nationwide anti-discrimination laws allows personal biases to persist. To safeguard themselves, couples are encouraged to establish written agreements and keep thorough records of their payments.
How Bees helped engineers solve flaw regarded as Solar panels’ biggest shortcoming
Engineers developed a new solar panel design inspired by bee honeycombs. This innovative three-dimensional concave structure redirects reflected light back into the panel. Researchers report significant power output increases compared to conventional flat panels. The flexible metamaterial allows integration into curved surfaces and vehicles. This advancement expands solar power applications beyond traditional rooftop installations.
'What wrong did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi do?': World Cup-winner blasts Shreyas, Gambhir
Former India captain Kris Srikkanth criticised the team management's handling of young player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. He questioned the decision to drop the fifteen-year-old after just three T20 international matches. Srikkanth compared this situation to his own captaincy experience with Sachin Tendulkar. He emphasized the importance of backing young talent for confidence building. The former opener expressed strong disappointment with the current leadership's approach.
‘Kylian is fine’: France ready, full-strength for Spain World Cup semifinal
French coach Deschamps says his team will be fully prepared for a midfield battle against the European champions.
US plans to bar its citizens in Congo from flying home directly amid Ebola outbreak
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Do not travel for any reason to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to Ebola, which is a deadly communicable disease. If you travel and are exposed to Ebola, your life may be at serious risk.