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Japan is selling a refrigerator to cool the human body for Rs 9 lakh. It is already a hit in Tokyo

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Iran strikes Amazon data infrastructure in Bahrain, power, water desalination plants in Kuwait

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UP BTech gold medalist dies by suicide after failing in nearly 50 govt job attempts, leaves note for father

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Salman Khan breaks silence on health concerns after viral Mumbai appearance

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New OTT releases this week (July 20-26, 2026): Musafir Cafe, Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya, 72 Hours- 5 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video and more

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Student union leaders call off hunger strike at Jantar Mantar after civil society appeal, but protest continues

'Guru is the...': Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan shares message on education amid calls for his resignation

'We acted immediately...': Indian PM Modi breaks silence on paper leaks as NEET protest, calls for Education Minister's resignation grows

Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah’s Vatican visit and comments on AI “introspection” and emotional states have intensified debate over AI consciousness, religion and the future of artificial intelligence.

‘We find evidence of introspection’: The unsettling admission of Anthropic co-founder

The proposal is linked to commemorations for the United States’ 250th anniversary, with senior officials including Treasury Secretary Brandon Beach and adviser Mike Brown urging the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to prepare early prototypes.

Trump on US dollar bill? Appointees push $250 banknote proposal ahead of 250th anniversary, report says

US President Donald Trump has refiled a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over reporting tied to Jeffrey Epstein, after a federal judge dismissed his earlier complaint.

Trump revives explosive $10 billion lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story

According to the UN rights office 815 civilians have been killed and 4,174 injured in Ukraine in the first four months of 2026 in Russian attacks.

UN concerned by 'dangerous escalation' in Ukraine war, appeals restraint

Japan’s child population under 15 fell to a record low of 13.29 million as of April 2026, dropping by 350,000 from the previous year. Accounting for just 10.8 per cent of the total population, this marks the 52nd consecutive year of decline, the second-lowest ratio globally after South Korea.

Japan sees 45th straight year of declining child population, falls to record low of 13.29 million

Meta's shift to its flawed AI moderation system has sparked a crisis, leaving thousands with unjust account bans and broken appeals as automated systems replace human workers.

'Meta's AI is a disaster': Instagram is banning millions of creators and your account could be next

China has vowed to support Cuba as the island faces severe blackouts, sanctions and mounting pressure from the Trump administration. Beijing accused the US of “power politics and bullying” while Havana warned of a humanitarian catastrophe.

China backs Cuba against US ‘bullying’ as Havana faces humanitarian crisis

The Nordic nation of 5.6 million inhabitants, historically among NATO’s most Atlanticist members, is signalling that Europe may require stronger internal defence mechanisms alongside existing NATO structures.

Norway to move under France’s nuclear umbrella: 5 reasons Europe’s defence calculus is shifting

A man was arrested after stabbing and wounding three people at a train station in Winterthur, Switzerland. Read about the police response and ongoing investigation.

Man stabs three people at Winterthur train station in Switzerland

The 156-page assessment examined how a potential conflict over Taiwan could unfold across multiple military domains. The report warned that both sides could target critical command, communications, intelligence and surveillance systems in a conflict scenario. 

US-China tensions over Taiwan may spiral towards nuclear escalation, study warns

A reported 1,000-page document circulated by the Trump administration allegedly warns of “anti-tech extremism” tied to AI protests and civil unrest. Critics say the move risks criminalising dissent and protected speech.

AI protesters could become ‘extremists,’ warns secret Trump admin security report

The report also indicates an 86 per cent chance that one year before 2030 will surpass 2024 as the hottest year ever recorded. Coral reefs, glaciers and Arctic ecosystems are considered particularly vulnerable even to small increases in global temperature.

Think this is the hottest it gets? UN report warns Earth could smash temperature records by 2030

A new report reveals that China is the world’s largest tobacco consumer, with an alarming number of tobacco products used every day. Where does India rank on this list? Are there gender gaps among smokers as well? Scroll down to find out. 

2.7 trillion cigarettes a year: China consumes nearly half the world’s cigarettes. Where is India on the list?

Australia has sued US chemicals giant 3M for a record $1.4 billion over PFAS "forever chemical" contamination across 28 defence bases. While 3M denies the claims, Australia accuses it of hiding environmental risks, having already spent $923 million on treating toxic soil and water.

Australia sues US giant 3M for $1.4 billion over ‘forever chemicals’ contamination

Iran condemned fresh US strikes on Bandar Abbas and warned it would defend its sovereignty amid rising regional tensions. The US also imposed sanctions on Iran’s new Persian Gulf shipping authority, while Tehran claimed retaliation against a US air base as ceasefire tensions escalated.

Iran vows to defend sovereignty after US attack on Bandar Abbas, condemns Trump's threat to Oman

The Trump Accounts app launches on May 28, allowing parents to manage tax-deferred child savings accounts invested in S&P 500 ETFs. Here’s how it works and why critics are concerned.

Trump-backed savings app for children launches soon: All you need to know

A fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Kenya’s Nakuru County killed at least 16 students and injured 73 others after flames engulfed a dormitory overnight. Authorities said the blaze has been contained, while rescue teams continue searching for missing students.

16 students dead in dormitory fire at Kenya girls school

The 2nd Russia-India Education Summit brought together representatives from more than 30 leading Russian universities, along with Indian academic, political and expert figures, creating a platform for direct engagement with thousands of students.

Russian Ambassador Alipov calls for firming up education ties & degree recognition with India

Heatwave conditions spread to parts of southeast England and London, as Britain registered its hottest-ever May temperature on record on Tuesday, with the mercury rising to 35C near the capital. A record number of emergency calls were made since the pandemic.

UK heatwave: Londoners urged not to call 999 unless it is a 'life-threatening' emergency

During Marco Rubio’s India visit, diplomatic optics, heatwave remarks and Pakistan concerns overshadowed key outcomes. Despite tensions over tariffs and racism comments, India and the US signed agreements on critical minerals and AI cooperation, keeping ties stable.

Putin's Russia in bizarre plan asks bank employees to shoot down Ukrainian drones themselves

The Trump administration has been blocked from engaging directly with WHO officials over discussions on health risks and virus outbreaks. Only three people are allowed to attend virtual meetings, and even then, they are not allowed to speak.

US health blockade: Only 3 researchers at WHO meetings, all barred from speaking

US President Donald Trump said he “doesn’t care about the midterms” while claiming Iran is desperate for a nuclear deal after Ken Paxton’s Texas primary victory.

Trump says he ‘doesn’t care about midterms’, claims Iran desperate for deal

A New York man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison over an alleged Iran-backed plot to assassinate Iranian-American journalist and activist Masih Alinejad in Brooklyn. US prosecutors say the operation was linked to Iran’s government.

Man sentenced in alleged Iran-backed plot to assassinate Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad

The Middle East crisis is spiralling after Kuwait confirmed its air defences were intercepting “hostile missile and drone attacks” following fresh US strikes on Iran. The dramatic escalation came after Iranian media claimed the IRGC had targeted US military bases in retaliation. 

IRGC launches retaliatory strikes on US bases; Kuwait says air defences intercept missiles, drones

Lashkar-e-Taiba deputy chief Saifullah Qasoori, identified by Indian intelligence as the Pahalgam attack mastermind, warned Muslim nations against recognising Israel, threatening “destruction” for any country normalising ties.

‘Will be destroyed’: Lashkar-e-Taiba warns Pakistan against recognising Israel under Trump's pressure

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‘We find evidence of introspection’: The unsettling admission of Anthropic co-founder

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UN concerned by 'dangerous escalation' in Ukraine war, appeals restraint

Japan sees 45th straight year of declining child population, falls to 13.29 m

Instagram is banning 1000s of Indian creators and your account could be next

China backs Cuba against US ‘bullying’ as Havana faces humanitarian crisis

Norway to move under France’s nuclear protection: 5 reasons why

Man stabs three people at Winterthur train station in Switzerland

US-China tensions over Taiwan may spiral towards nuclear escalation, study warns

AI protesters could become ‘extremists,’ warns secret security report

Earth likely to breach 1.5°C warming limit before 2030, UN report warns

China consumes nearly half the world’s cigarettes. Where is India on the list?

Australia sues US giant 3M for $1.4 billion over ‘forever chemicals’ contamination

Iran vows to defend sovereignty after US attack on Bandar Abbas

Trump-backed savings app for children launches soon: All you need to know

16 students dead in dormitory fire at Kenya girls school

Russian envoy urges stronger India-Russia education and degree recognition ties

UK heatwave: Londoners to call 999 only in case of 'life-threatening' emergency

More colour than content: Rubio’s carefully choreographed India visit

Russia in bizarre plan asks bank employees to shoot down drones themselves

US health blockade: Only 3 researchers at WHO meetings, all barred from speaking

Trump says he ‘doesn’t care about midterms’, claims Iran desperate for deal

Man sentenced in alleged Iran-backed plot to murder journalist Masih Alinejad

IRGC launches retaliatory strikes on US bases; Kuwait intercepts missiles

Lashkar-e-Taiba warns Pakistan against recognising Israel under Trump's pressure