Donald Trump says the US and China have a trade deal. This follows talks in London. China states a framework exists. It aims to implement a consensus. This was reached earlier. The consensus involves tariff suspensions. Trump claims China will supply rare earths. The US will allow Chinese students. He says tariffs favor the US.
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Following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan propagated false claims of victory against India, using doctored images to suggest successful strikes on Indian airfields. However, independent analysis has debunked these assertions, revealing that images were either pre-dated, misinterpreted, or digitally altered. The evidence confirms no significant damage to Indian assets, contrasting with India's successful strikes on Pakistani military sites.
Defence minister Rajnath Singh will visit China for the SCO defence ministers' meet amid ongoing efforts to stabilize bilateral ties, though de-escalation along the LAC remains elusive. He is expected to meet his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, marking his first visit to China as defence minister.
Amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions, India is proactively exploring alternative energy sources, particularly from West Africa, to safeguard its fuel supply. Contingency plans are being formulated due to potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy transit point. While India possesses significant storage capacity, concerns remain about potential price spikes and supply crunches affecting the global market.
Election Commission officials are challenging Rahul Gandhi to formalize his claims of "rigging" in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections by writing to the poll panel. The EC insists it can only offer a formal rebuttal to his "baseless allegations" if he communicates his grievances directly. The commission also expressed disappointment that Gandhi hasn't responded despite being invited for consultations.
Indian Railways is set to enhance short-distance travel by introducing 50 new Namo Bharat trains and 100 Mainline EMUs. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced these additions, with Namo Bharat trains, inspired by Vande Bharat, offering premium travel at speeds up to 130 kmph.
Three former Ubisoft executives are on trial in France, facing accusations of bullying and sexual harassment. Disturbing accounts from former employees, predominantly women, detail a toxic workplace culture at Ubisoft's Paris headquarters during the 2010s. The allegations include incidents of crude behavior, sexual jokes, and even attempted sexual assault, marking the gaming industry's first major #MeToo trial.
Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin was fined 30% of his match fee for showing dissent and misusing equipment during a TNPL 2025 match. Upset over an LBW decision, he argued with the umpire and vented frustration while leaving the field. The incident went viral, sparking online debate and support for Ashwin.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei promised retaliation for Israeli strikes. Tehran launched deadly missiles at Israel. Khamenei assured military readiness. He warned of grave consequences for Israel. Benjamin Netanyahu cited major military operations against Iran. He addressed the Iranian people. Iran launched more missiles toward Israeli cities. Explosions rocked Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Iran threatened further attacks and warned other countries.