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  'It is our land,' Iran asserts control over Hormuz, warns countries against assisting US

  July 30, 2026 18:06 IST

  In a statement, Iran's IRGC said on Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz, through which nearly 20 per cent of global crude supplies transit, falls under its control, as it warned countries against assisting the US.

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  Over 30 killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as protests intensify; Internet services suspended acros

  July 30, 2026 9:40 IST

  More than 30 people have reportedly been killed in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as protests against the Pakistani government intensify. Internet services have also been suspended across PoK amid allegations of a security crackdown and growing international concern.

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  Did China send 400 rocket launchers to Iran via Pakistan? Trump says he would be disappointed

  July 30, 2026 9:06 IST

  Donald Trump has reacted to reports alleging that China supplied 400 rocket launchers to Iran via Pakistan, calling such a development "surprising". The claims remain unverified even as tensions between Iran and the US continue to escalate.

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  'There is no Pakistani Kashmir': India calls out New York Times over 'misleading' PoK headline

  July 30, 2026 7:07 IST

  The Indian Embassy response followed a report published by The New York Times covering recent unrest and local elections in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

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  US launches retaliatory strikes after Trump's 'hit very hard' warning over attack on base in Jordan

  July 30, 2026 6:42 IST

  The US Central Command said that the strikes are a powerful response to attempted Iranian attacks on US forces based in the Middle East.

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  Trump expletive-ridden rant as Iran attacks US bases: 'Will beat the f*****g s**t out of them'

  July 29, 2026 20:45 IST

  Donald Trump warned Iran with an expletive rant after Tehran launched a strike at a US base in Jordan as the war in the Middle East rages on. Trump said that the US will "beat the f*****g s**t out of them" for their attack on the US base.

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  Thailand holiday package ends up getting 3 Indians abducted in Pattaya; how the nightmare unfolded

  July 29, 2026 17:26 IST

  A budget holiday to Thailand turned into a nightmare for three Indian tourists who were allegedly abducted by a gang of five fellow Indian nationals working on the instructions of a Pakistan-linked handler, according to local media reports.

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  Russia charges Telegram app founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism and puts him on wanted list

  July 29, 2026 13:30 IST

  The Federal Security Service is also known as the FSB. Charges against Durov come as Russia restricts Telegram, one of the most popular messaging apps in the country.

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  Death count in Japan earthquake rises to 13, PM says racing against time to find missing survivors

  July 29, 2026 12:27 IST

  At least 13 have been confirmed dead in Kumamoto region, more than 90 hospitalised and search for survivors is still underway. Self-Defence Forces join rescue workers to deliver essentials at worst-hit areas.

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  Amritpal Singh added to FBI's 'most wanted' list over alleged role in international drug trafficking

  July 29, 2026 11:38 IST

  The FBI has added Amritpal Singh to its 'most wanted' list, alleging that he was part of a transnational drug trafficking network linked to the Ravinder Dhanda Organised Crime Group. A federal arrest warrant was issued against him in June 2026, and the case is being investigated by the FBI.

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  India condemns attacks on vessels in Hormuz, calls West Asia escalation 'deeply concerning' at UN

  July 29, 2026 12:49 IST

  India voiced strong condemnation over attacks on several vessels – GFS Galaxy, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa among them - during their transit through the Strait of Hormuz this month during a UN Security Council open debate on the Situation in the Middle East.

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  Iran launches 'surprise missile attack' on US troops in Middle East; CENTCOM says 'all intercepted'

  July 29, 2026 6:32 IST

  The strikes came hours after US President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House for high-level talks which focused heavily on Iran.

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  13 Indian sailors facing 'life-threatening situation' on ship stranded at Ukraine port amid strikes

  July 28, 2026 23:42 IST

  In an urgent appeal, the Forward Seamen’s Union of India informed that 13 Indians are among 15 crew members aboard a ship stranded at a Ukrainian port following drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea amid the ongoing regional conflict.

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  'Where to kill Melania?': Iran goes personal on Trump in assassination threat to wife, son | VIDEO

  July 28, 2026 22:19 IST

  The chilling video purportedly urges supporters of the Islamic regime in Iran to assassinate Melania Trump. Barron Trump has been directly threatened in the clip.

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  Earthquake of 7.1-magnitude hits Japan, tremors felt across the country, tsunami advisory issued

  July 28, 2026 14:17 IST

  The quake was reported at the depth of 10 km (6 miles) below the sea surface, JMA said. No damage or injuries were immediately reported after the 4:29 pm quake. The quake was recorded in the western region of Kumamoto, about 900 km (540 miles) southwest of Tokyo.

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  'Not interested in back-and-forth with Netanyahu': Mamdani ahead of Israeli PM's White House visit

  July 28, 2026 13:37 IST

  New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's remarks come as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Washington for high-level talks with US President Donald Trump.

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  At least 19 killed, over two dozen injured in police firing during protest march in PoK

  July 28, 2026 12:20 IST

  At least 19 people were reportedly killed after Pakistani security forces allegedly opened fire on protesters during a march at Rawalakot in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. India has condemned the reported crackdown, calling it the result of decades of systematic repression.

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  'Ready for strong military action if Iran...': Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran

  July 28, 2026 7:14 IST

  Trump indicated that while diplomacy remains the preferred path for now, military action remains an option if negotiations do not produce results.

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  Several explosions rock Erbil near US consulate as Iran targets Iraq amid tension in West Asia

  July 28, 2026 7:10 IST

  The attack caused huge fires in and around the targeted areas, with police reporting that two drones crashed near the targeted sites. At least seven explosions were also heard across Erbil, including in areas near the US Consulate, Al Jazeera reported, citing Iraqi local media.

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  US, India expanding cooperation in defence, civil nuclear sector: Trump official

  July 28, 2026 6:25 IST

  The senior US official made these remarks at a roundtable on India at the Hoover Institution, which saw the participation of former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and former US Ambassador to India David C Mulford.

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  Massive blaze at Saudi Arabia's Abqaiq refinery after drone strikes from Iraq | VIDEO

  July 27, 2026 23:58 IST

  The fire erupted at Saudi Aramco's Abqaiq refinery after drones were launched toward Saudi Arabia from Iraq. Several videos and satellite images are being shared on social media, showing the intensity of the blaze after the drone strike.

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  Who is Dr Karyna Shuliak, the woman who could inherit Jeffrey Epstein's fortune?

  July 27, 2026 20:03 IST

  Dr Karyna Shuliak arrived in New York on a student visa in 2010. About nine months later, in March 2011, she met Jeffrey Epstein. She was 21 and working as a dental assistant at the time, while Epstein was 58.

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  India summons Ukraine envoy after attack on merchant vessel in Black Sea kills Indian seafarer

  July 27, 2026 17:02 IST

  The merchant vessel was identified as Marshall Islands-flagged MV Omorfi. It was attacked near Russia in the Black Sea last week, leading to the death of an Indian sailor. India has lodged strong protest over the incident.

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  26-year-old Punjab woman shot dead in Canada, police call it 'targeted attack'; suspect arrested

  July 27, 2026 16:26 IST

  26-year-old Navneet Kaur, who hails from Punjab, was murdered in Canada's Toronto in a 'suspected targeted attack'. The accused, who is also of Indian origin, has been arrested by the police.

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  US: Two killed, five injured in shooting at Seattle food festival near Space Needle

  July 27, 2026 11:44 IST

  A large number of police and emergency crews responded and began evacuating the area around the sprawling Seattle Centre events campus.

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  Nepal imposes indefinite curbs after communal violence in Sunsari kills one, several injured

  July 27, 2026 10:57 IST

  One person was killed and several others injured after communal violence broke out in Nepal's Sunsari district near the India border. Authorities have imposed indefinite restrictions in affected areas as security forces work to restore normalcy.

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  Oil prices ease after US-Iran military pause: What it means for inflation and the global economy?

  July 27, 2026 6:59 IST

  Oil prices dropped sharply after the US and Iran refrained from fresh attacks for a second day, easing fears of supply disruptions. However, concerns over inflation, interest rates and Middle East tensions continue to keep global markets on edge.

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  'No path forward except jihad and resistance': Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to Hezbollah

  July 27, 2026 6:38 IST

  The Iranian Leader commended the movement for standing "like an unyielding rock" against what he characterised as the "savage aggression" of Israel and its allies.