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World Politics & Diplomacy 06 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Seven Tankers Hit in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Warns Iran’s Strike Capability Is Improving

A fresh wave of attacks on oil tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz has intensified fears over the security of one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. A U.S. official has acknowledged that Iran’s targeting capabilities continue to improve, underscoring the growing precision and persistence of maritime threats in the Gulf.

By RDU Global Wire5 min read
Education, Jobs & Careers2h ago

Education Secretary Urges Teachers to Prioritise Learning Outcomes in Krishna District School Visit

School Education Principal Secretary J. Shyamala Rao on Saturday visited government schools in Edupugallu village of Krishna district, where he interacted with students, observed classroom resources and briefly taught Mathematics himself. He pressed teachers to give individual attention to children, adopt simple teaching methods and focus on improving learning outcomes as the state steps up its school education push.

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India Sports & Cricket10h ago

DDCA appointments draw internal pushback as joint secretary questions selector, U-19 coach picks

A fresh internal dispute has erupted in the Delhi & District Cricket Association after joint secretary Amit Grover objected to the appointments of selector Manu Nayar and under-19 assistant coach Varun Sood. His concerns, sent to the Cricket Advisory Committee and marked to president Rohan Jaitley, were later dismissed by CAC chief Sarandeep Singh, who said the process was conducted independently and fairly.

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World Politics & Diplomacy11h ago

Review Finds Security Lapses at Utah Campus Where Charlie Kirk Was Killed

An independent review has concluded that Utah Valley University and event organizers made a series of security missteps before conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot dead on campus last year. The report says the university failed to complete a proper written security assessment and event action plan, while coordination with Kirk's private security team broke down in the run-up to the outdoor appearance.

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Space Exploration & Commercial Space11h ago

Nor'easter Batters U.S. Northeast With Flooding, Outages and Emergency Declarations

A powerful nor'easter is sweeping across the northeastern United States, bringing coastal flooding, strong winds, heavy rain and widespread travel disruption from Virginia to Maine. New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency as officials warn of dangerous inundation, power outages and worsening conditions tied to Saturday's full moon.

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World Politics & Diplomacy22m ago

South Africa's New U.S. Ambassador Rejects Trump's White Genocide Claim as Refugee Debate Escalates

South Africa's new ambassador to Washington, Roelf Meyer, has flatly rejected Donald Trump's claim that white Afrikaners face genocide, saying the notion of a mass attack on the minority "does not exist." Meyer, a former apartheid-era mediator and self-described Afrikaner, says violence in South Africa has been misrepresented as the Trump administration expands a refugee pathway for white South Africans.

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World Politics & Diplomacy1h ago

Kratom, the 'Gas Station Heroin' Raising Alarm in the U.S., Draws Fresh Scrutiny After Student Deaths

Kratom, a Southeast Asian plant sold widely in the United States as a supplement, is facing renewed scrutiny after investigators found packaged kratom in the possession of two deceased University of Mississippi students. While officials have not attributed the deaths to the substance, the episode has intensified warnings about a product that is legal in some states, unregulated at the federal level and increasingly available in convenience stores, petrol stations and vape shops. Advocates describe it as a pain-relief lifeline; critics warn that its opioid-like effects and inconsistent contents can make it dangerous.

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World Politics & Diplomacy1h ago

Why Netanyahu Could Address the UN in New York Despite an ICC Arrest Warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu used his appearance at the UN General Assembly to defend Israel's military campaigns in Gaza, Iran and across the Middle East, even as an International Criminal Court arrest warrant for alleged war crimes remained in force. The reason he was not detained in New York lies in the limits of the ICC's reach and the legal protections afforded to visiting heads of government on U.S. soil.

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World Politics & Diplomacy2h ago

Landau Pitches Trade as the Core of U.S. Diplomacy in New York Showcase

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau used a New York City event to argue that economic diplomacy should sit at the center of U.S. foreign policy, not at its margins. Framing trade and commercial ties as the foundation of lasting goodwill, he said the Trump administration is elevating dealmaking as a strategic tool for prosperity and influence.

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Global Society & Public AffairsJust now (06:45 AM IST)

Tragic Helicopter Crash Near Montreal Claims Four Lives

A helicopter crash near Montreal has resulted in the deaths of four individuals, raising concerns over aviation safety and regulatory measures in Canada. Authorities are investigating the incident as the community mourns the loss.

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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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Startups & Venture Capital13m ago

India Weighs New Trade Secrets Law as Startups, Industry Push for Balance on Whistleblowers and Enforcement

India is preparing to consult industry on whether it needs a dedicated trade secrets law, as officials weigh concerns from startups over compliance burdens and from established firms over contract enforcement. The discussion also centers on how any new framework would protect confidential business information without weakening whistleblower safeguards.

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India & World Affairs20m ago

US Says India Trade Pact Is 90%-Plus Done, Hailing Potential Breakthrough in Bilateral Ties

A senior US State Department official said the long-awaited India-US trade agreement is more than 90% complete and could be finalized soon, calling it a breakthrough that would "unleash another level" of bilateral relations. The official also pointed to a packed diplomatic calendar, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio's planned India visit, a possible Modi trip to the US for the G20 summit in Florida, and renewed momentum on the Quad and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.

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National Governance & Policy48m ago

Misri Flags Tariff Risk in US Talks as India Awaits Trump's Next Move on Russian Oil

Foreign secretary Vikram Misri raised the issue of tariffs in talks with US undersecretary Allison Hooker, even as both sides discussed a broad agenda spanning energy security, civil nuclear cooperation and strategic technology. The meeting came a day after external affairs minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with India now watching closely for the Trump administration's next step on penalties linked to New Delhi's purchases of Russian oil.

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India Entertainment & Culture5h ago

Singapore Collector Peter Lee Traces a Shared History of Checks, Chintz and Port-City Hybridity

Singaporean collector, scholar and curator Peter Lee is using textiles, dress and domestic heritage to argue that the histories of Peranakan and South Indian communities are deeply intertwined through the trade networks of multicultural port cities. Speaking in Karaikudi at the Chettinad Heritage and Cultural Festival, Lee linked his own family memories, his research on the kebaya and his work on Peranakan heritage to a broader rethinking of identity, material culture and empire.

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National Governance & Policy5h ago

Emiway Bantai on 'Safal,' street slang and why he still makes hip-hop on his own terms

Mumbai rapper Emiway Bantai says his latest track 'Safal' reflects the same mix of humour, swagger and self-awareness that has defined his rise from an independent newcomer to one of Indian hip-hop's most recognisable voices. Speaking around his collaboration with Red Bull 64 Bars Season 4 and Def Jam Recordings India, he argues that Indian rap has always been diverse — and that the real change is the visibility now given to regional languages and local styles.

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