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Three Dead, Including Child, in Channel Crossing Attempt as Migrant Death Toll Deepens

Three people, including a child, died during an attempt to cross the English Channel to the United Kingdom, according to reports from multiple outlets citing French and British authorities. The deaths underscore the continuing human cost of one of Europe’s most dangerous migration routes, where overcrowded boats, cold waters and criminal smuggling networks have repeatedly turned desperate journeys into fatal emergencies.

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World Politics & Diplomacy3h ago

Pope Leo Draws 800,000 to Central Paris as Faith, Pageantry and Politics Converge on Iconic Square

Pope Leo celebrated an open-air Mass in central Paris before an estimated 800,000 people, turning one of the city's most recognizable squares into a vast gathering of worshippers, pilgrims and onlookers. The scale of the event underscored the enduring global pull of the papacy and the logistical challenge of staging a major religious ceremony in the heart of a European capital.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace3h ago

Pentagon Seeks $30 Million for AI-Powered Lie Detector to Hunt Leaks and Vet Staff

The Pentagon is asking Congress for $30.3 million over five years to develop Polygraph+, an AI-enabled upgrade to the government's long-criticized lie detection system. The project would combine machine learning with non-contact "standoff sensing" to assess credibility, even as experts warn the effort could deepen the flaws of traditional polygraphs rather than fix them.

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World Politics & Diplomacy11h ago

Trump Rejects Iranian Offer to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Raising Fears of Wider Conflict and Energy Shock

US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to restore commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, dismissing Tehran's offer as unacceptable despite mounting economic pressure from the waterway's effective closure. The decision deepens uncertainty over a conflict that has already disrupted one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints, rattled oil and gas markets, and increased the likelihood of renewed military escalation.

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National Governance & Policy12m ago

Prime Minister Congratulates Prachi Chaudhary for Bronze Medal Win

The Prime Minister has congratulated Indian athlete Prachi Chaudhary for winning a bronze medal in the women's 400 meters at the Asian Games. This achievement marks a significant moment for India in track and field, highlighting the growing prowess of female athletes in the country.

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National Governance & Policy33m ago

Prime Minister Congratulates Men's Kabaddi Team for Gold Retention

The Prime Minister has congratulated the Indian men's kabaddi team for retaining their gold medal at the Asian Games, highlighting the team's discipline and collective effort. This achievement underscores India's long-standing dominance in the sport and enhances the nation's reputation on the continental stage.

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Startups & Venture Capital3h ago

IIT Madras-backed Unicorn India Ventures raises Rs 450 crore in first close, targets Rs 1,000 crore deep-tech fund by December

IIT Madras, its Research Park and Unicorn India Ventures have announced a first close of Rs 450 crore for a Rs 1,000 crore fund aimed at advanced technology startups, with the final close expected by December 2026. The fund has already deployed nearly Rs 55 crore across four deep-tech startups as it sharpens its focus on sectors seen as strategically important to India's industrial and national security ambitions.

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India Sports & Cricket4h ago

India strike kabaddi gold double as Sindhu, Unnati advance and medals keep flowing at Asian Games

India delivered a commanding day at the Asian Games in Nagoya, defending both men's and women's kabaddi titles with hard-fought wins over Iran and adding more podium finishes across badminton, shooting, athletics and squash. P.V. Sindhu and Unnati Hooda moved into the women's singles quarterfinals, while Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Prachi Choudhary added silver and bronze respectively to India's growing medal tally.

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Legal, Courts & Regulatory11h ago

Appeal No. 7066 of 2026 Filed by Saksham Puri, but Sparse Record Leaves Markets Searching for Meaning

An appeal identified as No. 7066 of 2026 filed by Saksham Puri has surfaced in the public record, but the source material provides no details on the underlying dispute, forum, or relief sought. In the absence of substantive filings or accompanying facts, the development currently reads more as a procedural marker than a market-moving event. For investors and legal observers, the lack of context underscores a familiar challenge in India's fast-moving economy and markets landscape: a case number alone can trigger attention, but without the petition, order, or hearing details, its significance remains impossible to assess.

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