Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday criticised the United States over its stance on Russian oil, claiming Washington was now "begging" countries across the globe, including India, to purchase Russian crude.
Eid al-Fitr was celebrated across India with prayers for peace and brotherhood, alongside protests condemning US-Israel actions in West Asia.
A medical team examined jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi, following an Islamabad High Court order. Khan is suffering from central retinal vein occlusion (CRVO).
In his resignation letter to US President Donald Trump, Kent called the conflict with Iran unjustified, contending that Washington, DC entered the war due primarily to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby rather than clear, direct threats to national security.
Three members of a family were found dead in a locked room in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district, with police suspecting a suicide pact driven by financial difficulties.
Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice as the Spanish side eased into the Champions League quarterfinals on Tuesday, beating 10-man Manchester City 2-1.
Ludvig Aberg's impressive 63 propelled him to the top of the leaderboard at the Players Championship, while Sahith Theegala struggled. Akshay Bhatia improved slightly, and Sudarshan Yellamaraju made the cut.
A 24-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bawana area of outer north Delhi. Police are investigating the incident and have launched a search for the suspect.
Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir and skipper Surya Kumar Yadav offered prayers at the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai after winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
The incident took place in the posh Greater Kailash locality when Abdullah and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary were coming out after attending the marriage function.
Jaipur police arrested seven individuals and detained two minors for allegedly defrauding people through online gaming scams, luring victims with promises of cash prizes.
China has urged Pakistan and Afghanistan to engage in direct talks to resolve their ongoing conflict, offering to mediate and calling for a ceasefire.
The Congress party has accused the Modi government of abusing its power and distorting the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) during the upcoming assembly elections in Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal and Puducherry. The party alleges that the MCC has become 'Modi's Code of Campaigning' filled with defamation and lies.
The Supreme Court has quashed the FIR against Elvish Yadav, who was arrested for allegedly using snake venom at a rave party in Noida. Yadav expresses relief and questions who will compensate for the harassment he and his family faced.
Veteran Odisha journalist Ashutosh Mishra has died at the age of 68. His death has been met with grief from political leaders and the journalism community.
Pakistan claims significant casualties inflicted on Afghan Taliban operatives during a recent military operation along the border, while diplomatic efforts are reportedly underway to find a negotiated solution.
A man in Mumbai has been booked for allegedly leaking CCTV footage showing a woman kissing a man in a lift, leading to her defamation after the video went viral on social media.
United States President Donald Trump on Friday signalled the US intention of going all out in its campaign against Iran's Islamic regime, warning Iran to watch out for what would happen today and saying that the US was winning the conflict despite what reports claimed.
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner praised India's performance and highlighted the challenges of playing against them, especially in their home country.
A 30-year-old man in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, died after being beaten with sticks following a parking dispute. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the expulsion of 12 illegal immigrants from Bangladesh as part of the state's ongoing efforts to combat illegal immigration.
Iran's football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving their World Cup matches from the United States to Mexico due to concerns about the safety of their players, Iranian football president Mehdi Taj said.
A police constable in Hyderabad was suspended following allegations of indiscipline and dereliction of duty. The constable then made counter-allegations of harassment and posted a video claiming he was committing suicide, which police dismissed as a fabrication.
Amidst rising Middle East tensions, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlights India's strategic dialogue with Iran to safeguard maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring India's energy security and continued oil trade.
India's campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup ended with a 3-1 defeat to Chinese Taipei, highlighting their inability to convert chances despite dominating the game.
The visas were granted to the five Iranian players after US President Donald Trump spoke to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following reports that the players had requested asylum.
The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.
A man in Budgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, has been booked by police for allegedly circulating provocative videos on social media platforms, potentially inciting public unrest and disturbing communal harmony.
Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.
The FBI has increased the reward money to USD one million for information leading to the capture of fugitives on its Ten Most Wanted list, which includes an Indian national wanted in a murder case and a cyber criminal involved in an ATM jackpotting scheme.
The Indian government disclosed that 176 aircraft operated by non-scheduled and general aviation operators lack flight data and cockpit voice recorders, raising safety concerns. The disclosure was made in response to a query in the Rajya Sabha.
A police constable in Agra has been arrested and suspended following the alleged suicide of his live-in partner, who reportedly took her life after he refused to marry her.
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has confirmed that an Indian national was injured but no fatalities occurred in a projectile incident in Saudi Arabia. The injured individual is receiving treatment at a government hospital.
The question is no longer whether the war will expand. It has. The next few days will tell us whether the war stabilises around Hormuz or whether the Strait itself becomes the trigger for a far larger rupture. What to watch for over the next 48 hours is simple: Any move by the US toward direct naval control of the Strait; any credible Iranian attempt to disrupt or mine shipping lanes and, critically, whether energy infrastructure in the Gulf continues to be targeted.If those lines are crossed in tandem, the war will no longer be containable within the region.
Amid rising tensions in West Asia, China is urging all parties to cease military operations, following Trump's appeal for help in securing the Strait of Hormuz.
According to the Pentagon, the vessels were targeted as part of efforts to prevent the deployment of naval mines in the strategically vital passage through which a significant portion of global crude oil shipments transits.
In a major relief for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the Karnataka government has granted approval to host IPL 2026 matches at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has condemned the alleged assault of two people from Manipur and Assam in Delhi, calling for stringent action against racial bullying.
The body of a young man, identified as Mithun Rawat, was discovered in a field in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, with his throat slit. Police have launched an investigation into the murder.
Several Afghanistan cricketers, including Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi, condemned Pakistan's military airstrike at a drug rehabilitation centre in Kabulinvestigation.
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