The Bangladesh BIMSTEC security meeting placed the Rohingya refugee crisis, maritime security, cyber security cooperation and Bay of Bengal security at the centre of regional discussions, urging member nations to strengthen cooperation against emerging security challenges. Bangladesh Calls for Stronger Regional Security at BIMSTEC Meeting Bangladesh urged BIMSTEC member nations to deepen cooperatio

A federal regulatory inquiry is examining whether Gabriel Perez, President Donald Trump’s longtime teleprompter operator, used advance knowledge of presidential speeches to place profitable bets on Kalshi. Sources familiar with the investigation said the disputed trades generated more than $90,000 in profits before Kalshi froze the account. Perez has worked with Trump since 2016 and reportedly had access to prepared remarks and late chan

Sonam Wangchuk’s protest at Jantar Mantar is gaining national attention as his indefinite hunger strike continues over alleged examination irregularities. Political visits, health concerns and a planned Parliament march have increased pressure for a government response. Sonam Wangchuk Protest Draws Wider Attention Educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s indefinite hunger strike at Jantar Mantar has begun attracting wider public,

AP local body elections are emerging as a major test for the TDP-Jana Sena-BJP alliance. As YSRCP-linked narratives question Jana Sena’s expected seat share, the party leadership is asking workers to strengthen its grassroots organisation and maintain coordination with NDA partners. AP Local Polls Bring Alliance Questions Into Focus The approaching local body elections in Andhra Pradesh are beginning to generate political debate over sea

India’s first hydrogen train was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Jind railway station in Haryana. The fuel-cell train will operate on the Jind-Sonipat route, generating electricity on board while emitting water vapour and heat at the point of use. Hydrogen Train Launch Marks Indian Railways Milestone Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, July 17, 2026, flagged off India’s first h

Jagan 2.0 Super App has been launched by YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy to connect party workers with leaders. The platform combines grievance reporting, social media tools, live updates, a digital book and an organisational library. Jagan 2.0 Super App Launched in Tadepalli Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the Jagan 2.0 Super App at the party’s central office in Ta

Oil prices jump as US-Iran conflict intensifies, raising fears of disruptions to global energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Brent crude and WTI posted strong weekly gains as traders priced in growing geopolitical risks while the International Energy Agency warned that prolonged instability could threaten energy security. Oil Prices J

Qatar intercepts missile attack after the country's armed forces successfully stopped an incoming threat, according to the Ministry of Defence. The incident comes as military tensions continue to rise across the Gulf, keeping regional defence forces on heightened alert. Qatar Intercepts Missile Attack Qatar's Ministry of Defence announced

US airstrikes hit Iran bridge airport according to Iranian state-linked reports describing strikes on transport infrastructure in southern Iran. Officials also reported explosions near Qeshm as military tensions between Washington and Tehran continued to escalate across the region. US Airstrikes Hit Iran Bridge Airport Fresh reports from Ir

An Iraqi armed group has reportedly announced a $10 million bounty targeting US President Donald Trump, according to reports carried by Iran's IRNA and Russia's RT. The claim has not been independently verified, and US officials had not publicly responded at the time of publication.   Iraqi Group Claims Trump Bounty An armed group identifying itself as the Islamic Resistance in

Trump weighs strike on Iran Pickaxe Mountain as reports say the White House is reviewing military options against Tehran's underground nuclear facility near Natanz. The site is believed to play a future role in Iran's nuclear programme, while international inspectors continue seeking access.   Trump Weighs Strike on Iran Pickaxe Mountain

Iran continues US talks despite military pressure, according to the White House, which says Tehran remains interested in reaching an agreement with Washington. Officials also stressed that the Trump administration will continue protecting international shipping while pursuing diplomacy alongside military deterrence. Iran Continues US Talks Despite Military Pre

Trump rejects US school strike claims Iran as the White House defends military actions and says American forces do not intentionally target civilians. Officials also discussed Iran-US negotiations, regional tensions, and security in the Strait of Hormuz following recent military exchanges. Trump Rejects Allegations Over Iran School Strike

Tirupati temple donations reached a record Rs 96.98 crore in 24 hours as 2,460 devotees contributed before TTD’s revised donor policy took effect. The rush was driven by the end of lifetime privileges, shorter benefit periods and new digital darshan rules. Record Donations Before New Policy Deadline Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams collected a record Rs 96.98 crore in donations within 24 hours on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, as devotees rushe

The UP cleric Krishna remark controversy erupted after a video of Maulana Jarjis Ansari claiming Lord Krishna was Muslim and offered namaz went viral. Hindu groups demanded his arrest, while the cited Bhagavad Gita verse does not support the claim. Viral Video Triggers Krishna Remark Controversy A video of Maulana Jarjis Ansari has sparked a fresh religious controversy after he was heard claiming that Lord Krishna was a Muslim and offered namaz five times

Ukraine's AI drones are changing the battlefield, according to CIA Director John Ratcliffe, who said Russian soldiers arriving at the front are surviving only 20 to 30 minutes on average. The remarks highlight how low-cost drone technology and long-range strikes are reshaping the war between Ukraine and Russia. CIA Director Highlights AI Warfare CIA Directo

Former Reserve Bank of India Governor Raghuram Rajan, Harvard economist Raj Chetty and Microsoft executive Asha Sharma have joined newly formed Federal Reserve task forces examining major areas of US monetary policy. The panels will study the Fed’s balance sheet, economic data, employment, productivity, communications and inflation framework. Fed Review Brings Global Experts Into Policy Reform The US Federal

The Dharwad doctor murder case involves the death of Dr Kiran Honannavar and the stabbing of his eight-year-old son inside their apartment. Police are questioning his wife, examining phone activity, family calls and forensic evidence to establish the motive and timeline. Doctor Found Dead Inside Dharwad Apartment A 45-year-old anaesthetist, Dr Kiran Honannavar, was found dead inside his family’s sixth-floor apartment in Dharwad, Karnatak