Day 1 of Kedarnath temple opening: Baroda man struggles to ferry deceased father’s body home
A tourist struggled to bring his deceased father's body back home on the first day of the Kedarnath temple reopening, with no medical assistance arriving....
Chennai-based Irishman conquers sun and sand at the Marathon des Sables
Con Anthony Conlon completed the toughest footrace on Earth, the Marathon des Sables, in a challenging but rewarding experience....
Alibaba partners with China Eastern Airlines for Qwen app
Alibaba Group has linked its Qwen app with China Eastern Airlines, allowing users to manage flight bookings from search to check-in. This marks the first external partnership for the AI-powered app....
Tai Po fire probe hears concerns over disaster alarm
An independent committee investigating the Tai Po fire is questioning the role of Hong Kong's fire service. Three Fire Services Department officers testified on Thursday, with concerns raised about the lack of a disaster...
Election Commission, and not the BJP, seems to be fighting Trinamool in West Bengal, says Kapil Sibal
Kapil Sibal claims that the Election Commission is opposing the TMC in West Bengal, while leaders from other parties offer support to Mamata Banerjee....
Israel-Iran Tensions Escalate: Lebanon Meets Israel in Washington for Truce Extension
Lebanon and Israel have met in Washington to discuss a truce extension as tensions between the two nations escalate. Iran's attack on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz has added to the tension....
Israel-Iran Tensions: Iran Attacks 3 Ships in Strait of Hormuz
Tensions between Israel and Iran have escalated with reports of Iran attacking three ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident has sparked concerns about regional stability....
Israel-Iran Tensions Escalate: Iran Attacks 3 Ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to multiple reports. The incident marks an escalation in tensions between Israel and Iran. Reuters does not specify which ships were targeted while BBC New...
Tamil Nadu Elections 2026: Voting Begins Across 234 Constituencies
Voting has begun for the Tamil Nadu state elections, with delegates from the International Election Visitors' Programme in attendance. The election is being closely watched by observers and candidates....
West Bengal Elections 2026: Voting Begins for First Phase of Polls
Voting has begun for the first phase of West Bengal state elections, with all 54 seats in north Bengal's eight districts up for grabs. The election is expected to be closely contested....
U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan Fired by Pentagon
U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired by the Pentagon, according to reports. The move comes just weeks after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth made similar changes in the Army....
Being Annoying is Now Recognized as Harassment Under Tort Law
The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal has recognized being annoying as a form of harassment under tort law. This development comes after years of debate in the lower courts and follows a landmark case involving Sir Elly Ka...
Hong Kong’s education hub cannot be a one-market wonder
Hong Kong's eight publicly funded universities are diversifying their revenue streams, generating record income from knowledge transfer. They are becoming active market participants, packaging and monetising their expert...
U.S. Navy Secretary Fired by Pentagon
The U.S. Department of Defense has fired Navy Secretary John Phelan over issues related to his handling of the USS Bonhomme Richard fire in 2020 and other matters....
11 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision in UP
A multi-vehicle collision in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, has left 11 people dead. According to preliminary findings, a truck suffered a brake failure and rammed into another truck ahead of it....
Summer Delights in Bengaluru
Bengaluru's restaurants are celebrating the summer season with vibrant flavors, including indulgent mango desserts and fruity cocktails, as well as limited-edition summer menus....
Thai hotels woo Asian guests with curated stays as Iran war keeps Europeans away
Thai hotels are adapting to changes in the market by offering tailored experiences for Asian guests, while European tourists stay away due to the ongoing Iran conflict. This shift reflects a growing preference for region...
Election Commission Issued Notice to Congress Chief Kharge
The Election Commission of India has issued a stern notice to Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge for his remark calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi "terrorist". The BJP claims that this violates the Model Code of Conduct...
China’s dark compute power could be 6,000 times higher than current estimates
China has reported a staggering amount of domestic artificial intelligence power, with some experts suggesting it may be thousands of times larger than its public reports. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technol...
China live-streams expose minors undergoing harsh training designed for ‘rebellious youth’
Chinese state media reported on teenagers being beaten or sexually assaulted at a youth correction centre. The institution accepts minors who are considered rebellious, addicted to gaming, or struggling with their studie...