South Asia
Nepal Floods: Death Toll Climbs to 626, Search and Rescue Efforts Underway
The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal surged to 626 on Saturday, as rescue teams continued search and relief operations in a race against time.
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War and US Sanctions Deepen Economic Crisis in Iran
Iranian leaders are acknowledging the economic toll of war with the United States, with the supreme leader calling on the government to address the hardship while the president reported foreign trade has shrunk 35% due…
National
Neeraj Chopra qualifies for Diamond League Finals, also in line for WA Ultimate Championships
Indian javelin throw ace Neeraj Chopra has qualified for the Diamond League Finals to be held in Brussels on September 5 despite competing in just two events of the prestigious one-day meeting series.
Business
India-Argentina Deepen Trade Cooperation at 4th Joint Trade Committee Meet
The Fourth Meeting of the India-Argentina Joint Trade Committee was held in Buenos Aires. The meeting reviewed progress on the roadmap agreed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Argentina in 2025.
National
PM Narendra Modi embarks on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyz Republic
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for his four-day visit to Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz Republic this morning.
Business
FM Sitharaman lands in US for six-day visit for G20 talks and meeting with business leaders
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman landed in the US for a six-day visit, during which she will participate in the G20 Finance Ministers’ meeting and hold talks with CEOs and business leaders to discuss investment…
World
US deploys aid of $500,000; WHO extends support to Nepal amid flash floods
The United States and the World Health Organization (WHO) have extended support and expressed solidarity with Nepal following devastating flash floods and mudslides, with Washington announcing USD 500,000 in assistance…
World
Trump presents Medal of Honor to Artemis II crew
U.S. President Donald Trump presents the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the Artemis II crew at NASA’s Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center in Houston on August 28.
National
NTA declares UGC-NET June 2026 results
The results of the UGC National Eligibility Test (NET) for 84 subjects have been announced, with more than 4,000 candidates qualifying for the Junior Research Fellowship.
Defence
India signs deal with US to procure Javelin anti-tank guided missile systems
India has signed a deal with the US for the acquisition of Javelin anti-tank guided missile systems for the Indian Army.