Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs asked India to clarify whether it supports an upcoming virtual address by former PM Sheikh Hasina in Delhi, warning it could impact bilateral ties.
UEFA's threat to boycott FIFA competitions over a proposal to sell World Cup stakes to private investors placed women's football on the frontline. The plan, which would have severely impacted the women's game, ultimately collapsed, highlighting the risks posed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino's governance.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances on paper-leak cases and examination reforms. Despite this, the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) vows to continue protesting until the education minister resigns, leveraging social media to mobilize youth and challenge traditional political communication.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after government assurances. Concurrently, PM Modi announced a new Bill with stringent provisions, including fast-track courts, to combat examination paper leaks, to be introduced in Parliament next week.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving assurances from the Indian government regarding accountability in the examination system, compensation for suicide victims' families, and no cases against peaceful protesters.
Secret Service Director Sean Curran reports an "off the charts" threat level, citing a 40% increase in threats against government officials and Supreme Court justices in 2026. Despite an attempted attack on a previous event, the agency assures robust security for the upcoming White House Correspondents' Dinner and is combating evolving drone threats.
Indian cricketer Sanju Samson revealed his initial disbelief at Rohit Sharma's encouraging words after being dropped from the playing XI during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Despite disappointment, Samson underwent self-reflection, eventually returning to form and becoming the Player of the Tournament as India won on home soil.
Le maire de New York, Zohran Mamdani, a déclaré vouloir faire arrêter Benyamin Netanyahou s'il se rend à l'ONU en septembre, en vertu d'un mandat de la CPI. Des experts juridiques confirment cette possibilité, bien que Donald Trump ait assuré le contraire.
A Reuters analysis reveals 28 of 53 publicly traded business development companies (BDCs) reported losses in Q1 2026, contradicting major bank CEOs' assurances that private credit poses no systemic risk. Hidden leverage and payment-in-kind income obscure the true extent of bank exposure to this market.
AscendEX ceased operations on July 1, leaving customers uncertain about recovering their funds. The exchange cited a lack of EU authorization and financial/operational pressures, including a failed liquidity transaction. Withdrawals are now manually reviewed, with delays, rejections, and potential loss of full balances.
The Aam Aadmi Party has escalated its criticism of the Centre's E20 ethanol-blended fuel policy, sharing a mock receipt alleging motorists face reduced mileage and potential engine damage at full price. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal demanded written assurances from auto manufacturers regarding E20 fuel's impact.
The Timms review, established to reform the Pip benefit system in England and Wales, releases an interim report this week. Aiming for fairness and future fitness, the review addresses long-standing criticisms of complex assessments and inconsistent awards, following a controversial attempt to cut benefits.
Sweden's ambassador to Moscow was summoned by the Russian Foreign Ministry following drone attacks on the Russian Embassy in Stockholm. Russia cited Sweden's obligations under the Vienna Convention and demanded prompt investigation results.
Russia's Foreign Ministry summoned Swedish Ambassador Anna Christina Therese Johannesson to protest "terrorist threats" and "physical drone attacks" on the Russian embassy in Sweden, according to spokeswoman Maria Zakharova.
Exam board Pearson apologised for delaying Sats results in England from July 7 to July 16, citing "technical issues." Education leaders expressed frustration and concern over reliability and the impact on schools, pupils, and parents.
India's government has asked Meta to pause WhatsApp username rollout, citing concerns over impersonation, fraud, and cybercrime. Meta argues usernames enhance privacy by hiding phone numbers, but the government seeks further clarification on safeguards before the feature becomes available.
La Poste présente son plan stratégique "Réussir ensemble - Ambitions 2031" visant 40 milliards d'euros de chiffre d'affaires. Le groupe mise sur les colis et l'assurance pour compenser la chute du courrier, tout en réformant son réseau de bureaux.
La Poste lance son plan stratégique "Réussir ensemble - Ambitions 2031" visant 40 milliards d'euros de chiffre d'affaires, misant sur les colis et l'assurance pour compenser la chute du courrier. Le groupe veut devenir le numéro 2 européen de la livraison hors domicile.
Selon Reclaim Finance et Data For Good, un quart des communes françaises sont vulnérables aux impacts climatiques et à la dégradation des conditions d'assurance. Une carte interactive révèle que 82% ont vu leurs dépenses d'assurance augmenter entre 2020 et 2024, certaines jusqu'à six fois.
Australian creatives are seeking assurances that the government will not weaken copyright laws in exchange for significant AI data centre investment. A proposal reportedly includes AI companies mining creative content for training models, with a fund for artists as compensation. Critics call it a 'dirty deal'.
The committee managing Kabristan Ahle Muslimeen in Mathura has called the administration's compensation of Rs 100 per damaged grave "shocking" and an "insult to the dead" after a JCB allegedly damaged nine graves on April 26. Families reported seeing burial shrouds and skeletal remains, while the official valuation was Rs 100 per grave, tree, and concrete pillar.
A US State Department official stated that US policy on Taiwan remains unchanged, reaffirming commitments to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. This stance aligns with the Six Assurances, including not consulting Beijing on arms sales to Taiwan.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei revealed he initially opposed the recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding but approved it after receiving assurances that national interests would be protected. The deal includes a ceasefire, lifting of naval blockades, and a 60-day negotiation period on sanctions relief and Iran's nuclear program.
Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei authorized a memorandum of understanding with the US, despite personal reservations. He granted approval after receiving assurances that Iran's rights and the "Resistance Front's" interests would be protected.
