
Andy Burnham All But Certain to Become Britain's Next Prime Minister
Andy Burnham received backing from 322 of 403 Labour MPs on the first day of nominations on July 9, 2026, making him all but certain to become Britain's next Prime Minister.
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Andy Burnham received backing from 322 of 403 Labour MPs on the first day of nominations on July 9, 2026, making him all but certain to become Britain's next Prime Minister.

The Aspen Acres Fire in Pueblo and Custer counties, Colorado, has grown to over 81,850 acres with zero percent containment as of July 4, 2026. Now the eighth-largest wildfire in Colorado history.

Tehran's drone attack on a commercial vessel has rattled fragile US-Iran peace talks — and reminded the world who controls the most critical oil chokepoint on Earth.

The Venezuela earthquake a deadly twin strike of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude killed 32 and injured 700 on June 24. Buildings collapsed in Caracas, the airport shut, and a national emergency was declared. Rescue ops continue.

Keir Starmer resigned as UK Prime Minister on 22 June 2026, just two years after Labour's historic landslide win. Andy Burnham is now the frontrunner to become Britain's next PM. Full story inside.

Trump claimed Meloni begged for a G7 photo. She called it fabricated. Italy cancelled a US diplomatic trip. Then both leaders went to war on social media. Here is the full story of how it all unfolded.

The India-UK FTA kicks in on 15 July 2026, eliminating tariffs on nearly 99% of trade lines. Here's a full breakdown of what gets cheaper, how exporters gain, and the latest updates on this landmark deal.

A single photograph and one witty remark turned Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni into the most talked-about face of the G7 Summit 2026. Here's what she said to the media — and why it's going viral.

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California on Monday, June 15, 2026, killing all eight people on board.

US federal judge has struck down Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee. The ruling came on Monday. Judge Leo T. Sorokin of Massachusetts declared the fee an unlawful tax.

A powerful earthquake, the strongest to hit the Philippines since 1990 struck off the southern coast of Mindanao island on June 8, 2026 at 7:37 a.m. local time. It triggered tsunami warnings across six countries, killed at least 3 people.

A Gulfstream G200 private jet burst into flames on the runway of La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic on June 7, 2026. The plane was headed to Austin, Texas when it declared an emergency mid-air and tried to return.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu orders strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs as tensions with Hezbollah escalate despite a US-brokered ceasefire, with Lebanon’s death toll surpassing 3,300.

Iran has not given a final response yet, while Pakistan continues to play a mediation role between Washington and Tehran.

US President Donald Trump has temporarily paused Project Freedom, the American military operation aimed at helping stranded ships move out of the Strait of Hormuz.

India has less than 10 days of oil reserves at full capacity—so what happens if the war continues? Here’s a deep dive into India’s oil crisis, rising prices, and what it means for you.

Ceasefire deadline nears as Trump confirms US delegation to Pakistan, while Iran links any participation to an end to the naval blockade.

India's Merchant Fleet Caught in the Crossfire of a US-Iran Standoff That Turned Violent Within Hours. One of the ships attacked was the VLCC Sanmar Herald — a Very Large Crude Carrier — which was fired upon by two Iranian gunboats.

An unusual diplomatic moment: the US President personally congratulating a sitting Indian Lt Governor — and what it signals about Delhi and Washington

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General Asim Munir Is Carrying a Message From Washington — Here's What Hangs in the Balance

The United States and Iran are engaged in a shooting war that has killed nearly 6,000 people in six weeks, reshaped global energy markets, and now appears to be crawling toward a negotiated end — or at least a pause.

Three of the world's most powerful economic institutions met in Washington and issued a rare joint warning. Here is what they said, why it matters for India, and what the next six months could look like.

The dollar is under pressure this week, sliding against most major currencies. The rupee holds at around Rs 93 per dollar as global risk sentiment shifts. Here are today's key exchange rates and the context behind them.

As US Navy mine-sweeping operations start in the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most critical oil corridor becomes a live theatre of confrontation

In one post, Trump said Iran's refusal to give up nuclear ambitions caused the breakdown: "There is only one thing that matters — IRAN IS UNWILLING TO GIVE UP ITS NUCLEAR AMBITIONS!"

India is one of the world's largest importers of crude oil, and a significant portion of that oil — or the tankers carrying it — moves through or near the Strait of Hormuz.

The most consequential diplomatic meeting since the Iranian revolution is happening today in Pakistan's capital. Here is everything we know.

In a key decision, the Bangladesh government has reduced official working hours and imposed fresh restrictions on electricity usage to deal with the worsening situation.

The meeting brought together key ministers and senior officials to evaluate potential economic and strategic risks arising from the ongoing tensions in the region

Behind Trump’s confidence lies a region still on edge, an oil market still nervous, and a world still watching the Strait of Hormuz — the narrow but enormously important sea route that carries a massive share of global energy supplies.

The seizure of the island, however, would be a dangerous move for the U.S. military because of Iranian drones, missiles, and naval mines. US soldiers may be exposed and isolated.

By the time the bombs stopped falling that night, 254 people were dead and over 1,165 wounded across Lebanon — and those numbers were still climbing as of early Thursday morning.

With global oil supply, regional stability, and international law all at risk, the Strait of Hormuz crisis could become one of the most defining conflicts of the decade.

Andy Burnham All But Certain to Become Britain's Next Prime Minister
11 Jul 2026 · 11:56 AM IST
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4 Jul 2026 · 6:40 PM IST
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23 Jun 2026 · 11:04 AM IST
From 'She Begged Me' to 'Focus On Yours' - Story of a Diplomatic Firestorm That Shook the G7
22 Jun 2026 · 12:41 PM IST
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19 Jun 2026 · 1:19 PM IST
Why Giorgia Meloni’s G7 Photo With Trump And Merz Is Going Viral?
19 Jun 2026 · 11:49 AM IST
A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base - California
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US Federal Court Rules Proposed USD 100,000 H-1B Visa Fee Unlawful
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Philippines Earthquake: 7.8 magnitude hits Mindanao — 15 Dead, Over 120 Injured
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Two Pilots Killed as Gulfstream G200 Private Jet Crashes During Emergency Landing in Dominican Republic
8 Jun 2026 · 12:13 PM IST
Israel Orders Strikes on Beirut Suburbs as Hezbollah Conflict Escalates
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US-Iran Talks: Trump Says Proposal to Tehran Is More Than a ‘One-Page Offer’
8 May 2026 · 11:27 AM IST
Trump Pauses ‘Project Freedom’ as US Pushes for Iran Deal, Port Blockade to Continue
6 May 2026 · 1:18 PM IST
How Much Oil Does India Have Left Amid the Global War — And What Happens Next?
28 Apr 2026 · 12:54 PM IST
Trump Announces Fresh US-Iran Talks in Pakistan, Warns Tehran Over Strait of Hormuz Crisis
19 Apr 2026 · 9:39 PM IST
Iran Attacks Indian Ships at Strait of Hormuz; Closes it Again - Check Video
19 Apr 2026 · 10:19 AM IST
Trump Calls Taranjit Sandhu a "Seasoned Diplomat" as He Congratulates Delhi's New Lieutenant Governor
17 Apr 2026 · 11:30 AM IST
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16 Apr 2026 · 11:30 AM IST
Pakistan's Army Chief Lands in Tehran: The Unlikely Peacemaker in the Middle of a War
16 Apr 2026 · 10:30 AM IST
“Trump’s ‘War Is Over’ Claim Meets a Region Still on Edge”
16 Apr 2026 · 9:44 AM IST
IEA, IMF and World Bank Sound the Alarm: Middle East War Is Hitting Every Economy on the Planet
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14 Apr 2026 · 11:45 AM IST
The Strait Nobody Owns: Trump's Blockade Begins, Netanyahu Backs It, Iran Calls It Piracy
13 Apr 2026 · 5:39 PM IST
Trump Threatens Hormuz Blockade After Iran Talks Fail; Check Details
12 Apr 2026 · 7:41 PM IST
21 Hours, No Deal: JD Vance Flies Home Empty-Handed as Iran Refuses to Surrender Nuclear Path
12 Apr 2026 · 9:31 AM IST
US-Iran Islamabad Talks Live: Every Update from April 11, 2026
11 Apr 2026 · 4:05 PM IST
Bangladesh Reduces Working Hours Amid Fuel Crisis | Middle East War Impact
3 Apr 2026 · 10:37 AM IST
PM Modi Chairs Late-Night Security Meet Amid West Asia Crisis, Focus on Supply Stability
2 Apr 2026 · 11:50 AM IST
Trump Says US Could Wind Down Iran War in 2-3 Weeks; Global Markets Watch Strait of Hormuz Closely
1 Apr 2026 · 4:43 PM IST
Trump Signals Possible Seizure of Iran’s Kharg Island Amid Escalating Conflict
30 Mar 2026 · 1:34 PM IST
Israel Kills 254 in Lebanon After Iran-US Ceasefire: What Happened on April 8? Check Video
9 Apr 2026 · 10:49 AM IST
Trump’s ‘One Night’ Warning to Iran: Strait of Hormuz Crisis Pushes World to Brink
7 Apr 2026 · 10:49 AM IST