International

India Donates 250‑MT Bailey Bridges to Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah

India has handed over 250 metric‑ton Bailey bridges to Sri Lanka as part of relief efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, strengthening the island nation’s infrastructure resilience.

09 Aug 2026

Iran Releases Video of Supreme Leader Khamenei Amid Health Concerns

Iran has posted a video of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, following reports that the 84‑year‑old leader is in critical condition.

09 Aug 2026

Insider Claims Prince William is Plotting Modern Monarchy, Book Says

A new book alleges that Prince William is planning to modernise the British monarchy, according to an insider.

09 Aug 2026

Yumnam Sanajaoba Wins NRI Award

Yumnam Sanajaoba has been honored with the NRI Achievers Award. The award recognizes outstanding contributions by non-resident Indians.

09 Aug 2026

Russian Attacks Kill 4 in Kyiv

Russian attacks have killed 4 people in Kyiv and its surrounding region. The air defences failed to prevent the attacks.

09 Aug 2026

US Ambassador Lauds Kerala Backwaters

The US Ambassador met with CM VD Satheesan and praised Kerala's backwaters. The meeting highlighted the state's natural beauty.

09 Aug 2026

Nepal's Gandaki Allows Medical Ganja

Nepal's Gandaki province has legalized medical ganja, a significant move near the Indian state of Bihar. This decision may have implications for the region.

09 Aug 2026

Qutub Minar Illuminated in ASEAN Colours for 59th Anniversary

The iconic Qutub Minar in Delhi was lit up in the tricolour of ASEAN nations to celebrate the association’s 59th founding anniversary on Thursday.

08 Aug 2026

Senate Democrats Push to End Unauthorized US Military Action in Iran

Senate Democrats are urging the United States to halt its unauthorized military operations in Iran, calling for a diplomatic resolution. The move follows growing concerns over the legality and potential escalation of the actions.

08 Aug 2026

Russia Sanctions Bill Could Trigger 100% US Tariff on India

A new Russia sanctions bill may lead the US to impose a 100% tariff on Indian goods, according to The Indian Express.

08 Aug 2026

Bhopal Declaration Adopted

The four-day BRICS cultural conference concluded in Bhopal with the adoption of the Bhopal Declaration. 14 countries agreed to work together to preserve cultural heritage and promote artists.

08 Aug 2026

BRICS Culture Ministers Conclude Meeting in Bhopal, Adopt Bhopal Declaration

The XI BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting wrapped up in Bhopal, with participants endorsing the Bhopal Declaration to strengthen cultural cooperation among member states.

08 Aug 2026