International
Tehran Escalates Stakes Over Hormuz Strait Amid Trump‑Iran Tensions
Tehran has intensified its position over the strategic Hormuz Strait as U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration appears to edge closer to a decisive move against Iran.
10 Aug 2026
Iran Nears Finalizing Hormuz Shipping Deal with Oman
Iran’s foreign minister confirmed that talks with Oman to open new shipping lanes near the Strait of Hormuz are in the final stages, while diplomatic engagement with Washington remains indirect.
10 Aug 2026
Riyadh Sofa Factory Fire Claims 16 Bangladeshi Lives
A blaze at a sofa manufacturing unit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, killed 16 Bangladeshi workers, according to reports.
10 Aug 2026
India Joins Delegation for Going Global 2026 Games Summit
India has confirmed its participation in the Going Global 2026 Games Industry Summit, adding to the roster of international delegations expected to attend the event.
10 Aug 2026
Iran's President Pezeshkian Meets Supreme Leader Khamenei, Iranian Media Report
Iranian media reported that President Pezeshkian met with Supreme Leader Khamenei in Tehran.
10 Aug 2026
Japanese Student Wins Compensation After 19‑Day Unjust Detention in Bengaluru
A Japanese student has secured compensation after spending 19 days in unjust custody in Bengaluru, following a human rights commission ruling in his favour.
10 Aug 2026
China Criticises India's Naming of 27 Arunachal Places, Warns of Escalating Border Tensions
India has officially named 27 locations in Arunachal Pradesh, a move that China has condemned as an escalation of the border dispute.
10 Aug 2026
Jubail Gas Plant Explosion Rocks Saudi Energy Hub
A gas plant in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, suffered a blast that damaged infrastructure and disrupted operations, authorities say.
10 Aug 2026
Trivedi to Meet Bangladesh PM
Dinesh Trivedi may meet Bangladesh PM to extend BRICS invite. The meeting is significant amid tensions over Sheikh Hasina.
10 Aug 2026
Near-Miss at Sydney Airport
A near-miss occurred between Jetstar and Qatar Air jets at Sydney airport. The incident is a significant aviation safety concern.
10 Aug 2026
Qatar Airways, Jetstar Planes In Near Collision
A near collision occurred at Sydney Airport between Qatar Airways and Jetstar planes on a taxiway. The incident is reported to have involved the two planes stopping on the taxiway.
10 Aug 2026
Trump On US-Iran Talks
US President Donald Trump has commented on the ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran. Trump stated that they are keeping a low profile on the matter.
10 Aug 2026