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  22 killed in fresh Russian strikes on Ukraine: Why Kyiv's air defenses are under growing pressure

  June 03, 2026 7:37 IST

  The latest strikes followed recent Russian attacks involving Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missiles, highlighting Moscow's growing use of advanced weapons. The overnight assault caused widespread destruction and added to concerns about Ukraine's ability to withstand Russia's expanding air campaign.

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  Iran 'halts' ceasefire talks, Trump says negotiations continue | What fate awaits the Middle East?

  June 03, 2026 7:03 IST

  Despite intense diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States, the prospects for a breakthrough remain remote. The two sides continue to be divided on several contentious issues, including a ceasefire in Lebanon, the release of Iran’s frozen assets, and the future status of the Hormuz.

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  Iran War Highlights: Kuwait slams Iran for hostile drone attacks that left several injured

  June 03, 2026 19:31 IST

  Hostilities have also intensified between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah despite a nominal ceasefire. Israel has expanded its military presence deeper into Lebanon, while Hezbollah continues to launch drone attacks into Israel.

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  Mojtaba Khamenei alive? Marco Rubio gives major update on Iran's Supreme Leader

  June 02, 2026 23:29 IST

  Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not been seen or heard from publicly except for written messages attributed to him and read out on state media.

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  Germany scraps airport transit visa requirement for Indian travellers: What it means

  June 02, 2026 22:24 IST

  The decision implements an outcome of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to India in January this year and reflects the German government's commitment to deepening bilateral ties with India.

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  Iran war: Israeli strikes continue across Southern Lebanon despite ceasefire push

  June 02, 2026 23:32 IST

  Iran has suspended indirect negotiations with the United States following Israel's ongoing military operations in Lebanon, significantly raising tensions in an already volatile region. While US President Donald Trump claims he has secured a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.

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  Operation Checkmate: 30 Indian truck drivers arrested in US immigration crackdown, to be deported

  June 02, 2026 8:44 IST

  Many of those arrested were found to have commercial driving licences issued by several US states, including California, New York, Washington and Virginia. However, some did not hold any valid driving licence at all.

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  US: Seven killed as suspected family dispute sparks shooting rampage in Iowa city

  June 02, 2026 7:09 IST

  Muscatine Police Chief Anthony Kies expressed his profound grief during a press briefing, stating he was at a loss for words to describe the impact of such an 'act of evil' on the close-knit community.

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  'You'd be in prison, everybody hates you': Trump brutally tears into Netanyahu over Lebanon strikes

  June 02, 2026 8:42 IST

  Axios reported that Trump expressed frustration over Israel's actions and warned that the ongoing bombardment was damaging the country's international standing.

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  Trump hopeful on Iran deal despite regional tensions; is Lebanon derailing a breakthrough?

  June 02, 2026 6:37 IST

  Amid growing regional tensions, Trump revealed that he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and representatives of Hezbollah in an effort to prevent further instability in Lebanon from affecting negotiations with Tehran.

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  Trump says no Israeli troops will go to Beirut, claims Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt attacks

  June 01, 2026 23:48 IST

  Following the call with Netanyahu, Trump said, "there will be no Troops going to Beirut, and any Troops that are on their way, have already been turned back."

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  Iran suspends peace talks with US over Israel's fresh strikes on Lebanon: Report

  June 01, 2026 23:54 IST

  Iran has reportedly paused its peace talks with the United States in response to Israel's military offensive in Lebanon. The move has increased pressure on an already fragile regional ceasefire arrangement.

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  India-Oman trade pact takes effect: How will the landmark deal boost exports, investment and ties?

  June 01, 2026 17:25 IST

  The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement came into force on June 1, giving Indian exporters near-complete duty-free access to the Omani market. The pact is expected to boost trade, services, investment and professional mobility.

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  'Delusional level expert': Bilawal Bhutto's 'Made in Pakistan' defence products call draws trolls

  June 01, 2026 16:23 IST

  PPP chairperson Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has called for 'Made in Pakistan' defence products and promised to transform Karachi into a defence industrial hub. He claimed nations, especially the Middle East, want to diversify their defence needs.

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  Indian-origin pilot killed in US helicopter crash hours after wedding, wife survives

  June 01, 2026 16:17 IST

  A 26-year-old Delta Airlines pilot and his wife were on their way to honeymoon when the Robinson R66 flying them crashed near their Dawsonville wedding venue.

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  Mini-pigs to organ printing: Inside Putin's $26 billion anti-ageing push, says report

  June 01, 2026 14:08 IST

  The long-term goal of the project is to enable human organ replacement by the end of this decade, potentially transforming how ageing and diseases are treated.

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  US launches strikes on Iranian radar and drone sites, says 'action was in self-defence'

  June 01, 2026 10:01 IST

  CENTCOM said US fighter aircraft targeted and destroyed Iranian air defence systems, a drone control station and two one-way attack drones. The military claimed the drones posed a direct threat to commercial and military vessels.

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  Did Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian resign over IRGC control? Here's the truth behind viral claim

  June 01, 2026 7:52 IST

  The reported resignation comes at a time of increasing signs of internal tensions within Iran’s leadership. It also coincides with ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States.

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  Abbas Araghchi dismisses 'speculation' on Iran-US talks; what's holding up the peace deal?

  June 01, 2026 6:32 IST

  The latest comments come at a time when hopes for a breakthrough have been tempered by new political obstacles in Washington. US President Donald Trump, who recently suggested that an agreement with Iran was close to completion, has reportedly asked for changes to the draft proposal.

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  Balen Shah's 'Nepal encroached India's territories' remark triggers row. What did he actually say?

  May 31, 2026 23:52 IST

  Speaking in the Parliament during his maiden appearance on Sunday, Nepal's youngest Prime Minister Balendra Shah said his country has officially sent a diplomatic note to India over encroachment of territories, including Lipulekh, adding that they have mutually agreed to resolve the dispute.

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  Over 260 vehicles burned, more than 780 arrested: PSG's Champions League win sparks riots in Paris

  May 31, 2026 22:33 IST

  Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League triumph over Arsenal was followed by widespread unrest in Paris, with one person dead, more than 780 arrests and hundreds of vehicles set on fire despite a major security operation.

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  Trump claims Iran agreed to 'no nuclear weapons' but Tehran says no deal unless 'rights secured'

  May 31, 2026 23:51 IST

  Iran wants to secure its right as part of the peace deal with the US, while Washington wants Tehran to end its nuclear programme and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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  Iran claims it shot down US MQ-1 drone on 'hostile operations'

  May 31, 2026 9:04 IST

  The US MQ-1 drone was immediately detected by the IRGC's surveillance and air defence systems and was subsequently targeted by advanced air defence missiles.

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  Trump drops cryptic 'discombobulated' post amid warnings US could restart war

  May 31, 2026 8:43 IST

  Iran has maintained that progress on the Lebanon situation is necessary before it can move forward on a broader peace agreement with the United States. At the same time, military activity continues in southern Lebanon.

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  How a Chinese-origin missile may have helped Iran down a US F-15E Strike Eagle

  May 30, 2026 22:29 IST

  A report has emerged that the Iranian forces had used a Chinese-made shoulder-launched missile to shoot down the F-15E Strike Eagle, a 4.5 generation aircraft, of the US military last month.

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  How a theft call led to a Gujarat man's arrest in US over sex trafficking of minors

  May 30, 2026 15:40 IST

  The two minor girls, aged 15 and 16, were brought to AmericInn hotel in Nebraska last year where they were instructed to have sex with hotel staff "for a reduced room rate". They were told they had no choice "but to engage in sex acts as directed".

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  Iran rejects Trump's ceasefire claim: Here’s what Tahran said on final understanding to end conflict

  May 30, 2026 6:46 IST

  Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei told state television, "Tehran has said goodbye to the language of 'must' 47 years ago. None of the Western parties can use the language of 'must' when they talk about the Islamic Republic of Iran."

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  Trump hints at lifting Hormuz naval blockade, Iran says US President 'misleading' on peace deal

  May 29, 2026 23:54 IST

  Trump claimed that any naval blockades affecting the waterway would be lifted and described ongoing or recent efforts to clear underwater mines, which he said had been removed in part by US naval operations. He added that any remaining mines should be swiftly eliminated by Iranian authorities.