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‘May Hit a Few More Times Just For Fun’: Trump Warns of More US Strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island
‘May Hit a Few More Times Just For Fun’: Trump Warns of More US Strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island
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US President Donald Trump warned of more strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island as US-Israel attacks destroyed the Iranian Space Research Centre and tensions threaten the Strait of Hormuz
Strait of Hormuz is Only Closed to US and Israeli Ships: Iran
Strait of Hormuz is Only Closed to US and Israeli Ships: Iran
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Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remains open but barred US and Israeli ships as Israel intensified strikes, killing two Iranian intelligence officials, while missile alerts sounded in Israel amid escal ...
From Contenders to Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Enter IPL 2026 With a New Identity
From Contenders to Champions: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Enter IPL 2026 With a New Identity
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After their long-awaited 2025 title, Royal Challengers Bengaluru enter IPL 2026 with a settled core, new reinforcements, and renewed expectations around leadership, strategy, and preparation
US Deploys B-52 in Operation Epic Fury as Israeli Strikes Kill Health Workers in Lebanon
US Deploys B-52 in Operation Epic Fury as Israeli Strikes Kill Health Workers in Lebanon
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US launched a B-52 mission under Operation Epic Fury against Iranian threats as Israel-Hezbollah clashes intensified. WHO confirmed 14 health workers killed in Lebanon strikes, highlighting worsening ...
Arsenal Prodigy Max Dowman Writes Premier League History at 16
Arsenal Prodigy Max Dowman Writes Premier League History at 16
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Max Dowman, 16, became the youngest Premier League goalscorer as Arsenal beat Everton 2-0, breaking James Vaughan’s record and strengthening their title charge
From MS Dhoni to Ajinkya Rahane: IPL 2026 Could Be the Last Dance for Several Legends
From MS Dhoni to Ajinkya Rahane: IPL 2026 Could Be the Last Dance for Several Legends
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Several long-serving stars may be entering their final season as IPL 2026 approaches, marking a symbolic transition for modern cricket’s most influential league
How Shows Like Fauda, Tehran and Homeland Changed War Drama on TV
How Shows Like Fauda, Tehran and Homeland Changed War Drama on TV
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Long before the latest escalation dominated front pages, television drama had already begun exploring the Middle East’s conflicts through intimate, character-driven stories
Balen Shah Wears Nepal's Crown: What It Means for India
Balen Shah Wears Nepal's Crown: What It Means for India
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For India, which shares an open border, deep economic links, and unresolved territorial disputes with Nepal, the stakes could not be higher
Saudi Air Defences Intercept Wave of Drones as Iran Claims Strikes on US Bases Across Region
Saudi Air Defences Intercept Wave of Drones as Iran Claims Strikes on US Bases Across Region
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Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple drones targeting key regions as Iran claimed strikes on US bases across the Middle East, while Israel attacked Tehran and Lebanon amid escalating regional tensions an ...
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Shivraj Hits His Target
Shivraj Hits His Target
Jagdambika On Rahul | Poll Heat | Shah in Control | China’s Turn | Owaisi Makes A Point | Pawar's Free Run
Power Shift In Patna: Bihar moves on even as Nitish Kumar remains central to the transition
Nitish Kumar may soon be out of state politics but his influence on events and decisions will not evaporate overnight. Kumar has not been free of idiosyncrasies and has made opportunistic decisions as ...
Tamil Nadu Assembly Election: The Next Contest
The DMK’s incumbency, the AIADMK’s attempt at revival and the entry of smaller players are reshaping the familiar political arithmetic in the state
Change of Guard In Bihar
Change of Guard In Bihar
Carney’s Business Agenda | Yogi in Japan | Sukhu’s Troubles | Nabin's Touch | Busy Minister | American Flair
Twist In the Script
Twist In the Script
Lula’s Agenda | Vijay Impact | Invisible in Delhi | Vaishnaw In the Middle | The UAE Bond | Serious Gambhir
100 million strong! PM Modi becomes the most followed world leader on Instagram
US President Donald Trump holds the second spot with 43.2 million followers
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