A 28-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Ann Widdecombe, a former UK MP and prominent right-wing figure, whose body was found in her home earlier this month. The charge is a significant development in the case, which has sent shockwaves through the UK's political establishment.
** Aston Villa has strengthened its squad with the signing of João Gomes, a skilled and versatile Portuguese midfielder, as the summer transfer window continues to shape the Premier League, with Chelsea also making headlines with the record-breaking signing of Morgan Rogers.
The Indian Parliament's Monsoon Session began with a stormy start as Opposition MPs raised key issues, including the NEET paper leak and Ram Temple donation scams, leading to repeated disruptions in the Lok Sabha.
** The growing trend of politicians switching parties is undermining the integrity of democratic institutions and breaching the trust between voters and their elected representatives, with far-reaching consequences for the functioning of governance and the health of democracy itself.
Gas prices in the US have reached an average of $4 a gallon, up from...
** Hamas has announced the appointment of Khalil al-Hayya as its new leader, sparking uncertainty and concern about the group's future direction. Al-Hayya, a senior Hamas leader, has been involved in negotiations with Israel and has been seen as a strong leader. However, his appointment has also raised concerns about the group's continued commitment to militant resistance and confrontation with Israel.
Iran’s president has said the country is in a full-scale war after the US expanded...
Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify Russian strikes on...
The Centre has released detailed data on domestic LPG cylinder prices and subsidies since 2022,...
China’s rare earth magnet exports to the US remain low despite the agreement between former...
The world is entering a new economic era with structurally higher interest rates, driven by massive investments in AI, infrastructure, and defense, coupled with rising geopolitical tensions, according to Moody's, which will fundamentally reshape global capital markets and financial decisions.
Pakistan has sought Canada's help to restore the Indus Waters Treaty, which was suspended by India, in a bid to manage the sharing of the Indus River's waters between the two nations, with Pakistan relying heavily on the river for irrigation, drinking water, and hydroelectric power.
Andy Burnham has officially become the United Kingdom’s 59th Prime Minister after succeeding Keir Starmer...
** The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a notice to the Rajasthan government over allegations of stripping and assault of schoolgirls at a government school, sparking widespread outrage and calls for justice and accountability.
The Tamil Nadu government faces a crucial fiscal test in balancing its populist agenda with prudent economic management, with a series of measures announced to reduce the state's fiscal deficit and prioritize infrastructure development, education, and healthcare.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has dismissed allegations of discrepancies in NEET-UG 2026 OMR answer sheets, stating that viral documents circulating online are "digitally manipulated" or "AI-generated", and has warned of criminal and penal action against candidates, parents, coaching institutes, and third parties involved in creating or sharing forged examination records.
The United States is still open to diplomacy with Iran, according to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who announced that the country is willing to engage in constructive dialogue with Tehran, despite months of stalled talks and heightened tensions.
** The US and Iran are engaged in a cycle of retaliation, with airstrikes and ballistic missile strikes raising concerns of a wider war in the region. Experts warn that the current trajectory of the conflict risks plunging the region into a devastating war, and call for diplomatic efforts to broker a negotiated solution and prevent catastrophic consequences.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed hope that the upcoming monsoon season and Monsoon Session of Parliament will be productive, emphasizing the importance of the agricultural sector and legislative reforms for India's development.
Tensions escalate at Jantar Mantar as police lathi-charge protesters gathered for a planned march to Parliament, with protesters demanding reforms and changes, and the police trying to maintain law and order.
Supreme Court directs Centre to restrict fuel sales to uninsured vehicles 
Kerala closes schools in 8 districts due to rain 
Andhra Pradesh invites tenders for 9 GW data centre 
Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay presents Tamil Nadu budget. 
Mohegan Tribe exits Korea casino project 
