PoliticsDonald Trump blasted Iran’s leadership as "unbelievably duplicitous" on Monday, accusing Tehran of shifting positions on potential negotiations. The former president claimed Iranian officials initially signaled a willingness to discuss ending the ongoing conflict, only to publicly deny that any such diplomatic channels or discussions were currently active.
PoliticsOpposition leaders confronted the government during Monday’s Lok Sabha Business Advisory Committee meeting, pressing for a formal statement from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the reported use of pellet guns against students at Jantar Mantar on July 20, while simultaneously demanding an inquiry into alleged irregularities concerning Ram Mandir donations.
PoliticsJay Clayton officially took his oath of office Monday as the U.S. director of national intelligence. He now assumes oversight of the country's 18 disparate intelligence agencies, stepping into a high-stakes position left vacant since the abrupt departure of his predecessor earlier this summer.
PoliticsCongress candidate Ghanshyam Singh secured a victory in the Datia assembly bypoll, defeating BJP nominee Ashutosh Tiwari by 6,016 votes. The contest followed the disqualification of former MLA Rajendra Bharti, drawing a sharp response from state leaders regarding the political trajectory of Madhya Pradesh under the current administration.
PoliticsParliamentary panel chief Nishikant Dubey is demanding a formal apology from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg after the platform restricted a video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month. Dubey warned that failure to address the incident could result in the withdrawal of the company’s safe harbour protections under Section 79.
PoliticsSwami Vigyananand has launched a nationwide campaign to mobilize support ahead of the World Hindu Congress 2026, scheduled for December 18–20 in Mumbai. By engaging politicians, business leaders, and educators, he aims to consolidate global Hindu aspirations under the event’s theme of shared commitment and collective resolve.
PoliticsA standoff over a controversial $1.8 billion Justice Department fund ended Monday, as Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis pledged to support Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. The decision follows Blanche’s formal commitment to scrap the program, which critics feared would function as a slush fund for Trump allies.
PoliticsWith stockpiles thinned by prolonged conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, the U.S. government has locked in a $3 billion agreement with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. The deal aims to triple Patriot interceptor production and quadruple output for THAAD systems, addressing critical gaps in air defense readiness.
PoliticsAs floodwaters submerge vast stretches of Upper Assam, Punjabi singer-songwriter Guru Randhawa has pledged Rs 5 lakh to support emergency relief operations. His contribution follows a significant Rs 21 crore donation from Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita M Ambani, aimed at bolstering state-led recovery efforts for displaced families across the region.
PoliticsEighteen people died in a single day of Israeli strikes this week, a grim development that has left Gazans dismissing U.S. claims of a diplomatic breakthrough. While Washington champions a roadmap for disarmament and withdrawal, the reality on the ground remains defined by expanding military control and relentless aerial bombardment.
PoliticsA Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has clarified that its July 28 order regarding criminal antecedents applies strictly to individuals facing charges of heinous crimes like murder or rape, potentially clearing the way for states to drop police cases against thousands of student demonstrators.
PoliticsFIFA President Gianni Infantino attempted to secure backing from the Trump administration following the collapse of a controversial $4.2 billion plan to sell off World Cup commercial rights. Facing intense scrutiny, the Swiss-Italian executive reportedly sought a direct line to the White House as his political isolation deepened.
PoliticsA drone strike on the Black Sea resort area of Arkhipo-Osipovka left seven people dead, including three children, and 40 injured on Monday. Russian officials labeled the incident a deliberate act of terrorism against civilians, while social media footage captured the moment of impact on the crowded beach.
PoliticsRussian forces targeted four vessels reportedly used to transport military supplies to Ukraine, according to the country's Defence Ministry. The operation involved strikes against two ships docked at the port of Mykolaiv, alongside two additional vessels intercepted in the Black Sea, as cited by the state news agency RIA.
PoliticsA parliamentary committee has rejected Meta’s apology for the brief removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s video, demanding instead that the company identify the individuals responsible for the error. Lawmakers argued that a technical glitch does not excuse the censorship of a head of state’s official address to citizens.
PoliticsAs Donald Trump touts a peace deal aimed at disarming Hamas and ending hostilities, residents in Gaza are experiencing the conflict’s deadliest phase in months. For those living under constant bombardment and encroaching military lines, the U.S.-backed framework feels increasingly detached from the reality of their displacement and mounting civilian casualties.
PoliticsFIFA President Gianni Infantino reached out to the Trump administration following the collapse of a controversial plan to sell a $4.2 billion stake in the organization’s commercial rights. Reports indicate the Swiss-Italian executive feels increasingly isolated as resistance from stakeholders forces him to abandon the high-stakes financial initiative.
PoliticsA Delhi court has cleared former Wrestling Federation of India chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh of sexual harassment charges, ending a high-profile legal battle that sparked massive protests. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate Ashwani Panwar delivered the verdict in a closed courtroom, acquitting both Singh and former WFI assistant secretary Vinod Tomar.
PoliticsThe European Commission is moving to bolster financial and technical support for Morocco following last week’s surge of 50,000 migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signaled that enhanced early-warning systems are necessary to prevent further breaches at the European Union’s only African land borders.
PoliticsA cohort of 1,600 recruits reported for duty on Monday to begin an 11-month service term, marking the start of a significant shift in Danish defense policy. This extension reflects a broader regional strategy to bolster military readiness in the face of mounting pressures in the Arctic and Ukraine.
PoliticsWith stockpiles depleted by conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, the U.S. Department of Defense has finalized a framework agreement with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. The deal aims to dramatically scale up manufacturing capacity for critical interceptor components, specifically targeting the Patriot PAC-3 and THAAD missile systems.
PoliticsFrom the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima nuclear attacks to high-stakes G20 summits in North Carolina, the late summer and early autumn calendar is packed with diplomatic visits, national elections, and significant historical commemorations that will define the geopolitical landscape through September.
PoliticsGovernor Thaawarchand Gehlot administered the oath of office to 20 new ministers at Bengaluru’s Lok Bhavan on Monday, bringing the Karnataka cabinet to its maximum strength of 34 members. This expansion, finalized two months into the current administration, aims to solidify the government’s structure following approval from the Congress high command.
PoliticsA drone strike on the seaside village of Arkhipo-Osipovka near Gelendzhik killed six people, including three children, and left nearly 40 injured. Russian regional officials described the incident as a calculated attack on civilians, while verified social media footage captured the moment of impact on the crowded beach.
PoliticsThe Rajya Sabha pushed through the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Amendment) Bill, 2026, by voice vote on Monday, even as opposition lawmakers drowned out the proceedings with protests over Home Minister Amit Shah’s absence following recent police clashes with student demonstrators in the capital.
PoliticsNigel Farage has unveiled 'Operation Fortress,' a proposal to deploy the military to intercept small boats and return asylum seekers to France. The plan, billed as the largest naval mobilization since World War II, aims to secure the border within a fortnight of a potential Reform UK election victory.
PoliticsGreen gulal clouds and the rhythmic thrum of dhol drums outside Patna counting centers signal a seismic shift in Bihar politics. With 29 of 31 rounds complete, political strategist turned candidate Prashant Kishor holds a commanding 18,964-vote lead, poised to dismantle the BJP’s long-standing grip on the Bankipur assembly seat.
PoliticsA massive 100,000-square-metre warehouse operated by Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries in the Vladimir region erupted in flames Monday following a Ukrainian drone strike. The facility, sprawling across an area equivalent to 14 soccer fields, became the latest target in a targeted campaign against the retailer’s logistics network.
PoliticsWith over 140 legislators vying for limited ministerial seats, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar signaled a long-term rotation strategy following the Congress high command’s approval of 20 new cabinet appointments. The reshuffle, intended to appease a deep bench of leadership, includes 12 newcomers and eight returning incumbents.
PoliticsFormer diplomat Surendra Kumar has demanded immediate international pressure on Pakistan, condemning the violent suppression of protestors in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Citing reports of live ammunition and mass deployments, Kumar urged the global community to abandon its cautious stance and address the escalating humanitarian crisis in the region.