Wednesday, 12 August 2026

World

Reporting from beyond Europe: conflicts, elections, disasters and the developments that shape the wider world.

NDA MPs Welcome PM Modi with Slogans and Flags at 'Mangal Milan'

Prime Minister Modi was greeted by NDA MPs at the Parliament Library, who waved flags and chanted slogans.

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US Sells Seized Venezuelan Oil Tankers for Scrap

The US has sold two oil tankers seized from Venezuela to a Dubai firm for recycling.

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Helicopters Make Emergency Landings Due to Bad Weather

Bad weather conditions forced the emergency landing of two helicopters, one in Homa Bay and another in Bengal's Kolaghat.

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654 hectares designated for the construction of Asman city

The government has released 654 hectares of state land in the Issyk-Kul region for the planning and construction of an ecological city.

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Benfica and Betis express solidarity after earthquake in Colombia

Football clubs show sadness and offer support after a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia.

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Hungary’s Parliament elects Baka as new president

Former magistrate Baka is set to be elected president in a parliamentary session overshadowed by energy crises.

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Top Stock Recommendations Amid Market Volatility

Mirae Asset ShareKhan has highlighted specific stocks to consider as the Sensex faces a downturn.

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Italy expresses solidarity with Colombia after 7.4 magnitude earthquake

A six-year-old child is among those who died in the earthquake that struck Colombia on Monday.

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Pressure Mounts as Interest Rates Are Expected to Remain High

The financial situation continues to strain government actions as parliament reconvenes amidst talks of interest rate hikes.

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Daniel Kinahan Appears in Dublin Court After Extradition from Dubai

Daniel Kinahan has been charged in Dublin following his extradition from Dubai amid significant security measures.

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Downing Street Responds to Concerns Over PC Andrew Harper's Killers' Release

Concerns grow about the potential early release of PC Andrew Harper’s killers as Downing Street downplays changes to current policies.

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Former judge María Lourdes Afiuni granted full freedom after years in prison

Afiuni had been under house arrest for political reasons, and her family requested the case be closed due to her illness.

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France wins silver in 4x200 with an outstanding performance from Marchand

The UK triumphed in the opening relay of the European Swimming Championships, with Marchand shining for France.

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Miguel Mancera Aguayo, former governor of Banco de México, passes away

Olga Sánchez Cordero confirmed the death of the economist, who led Banxico for 16 years.

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Rio court rules Anthony Garotinho ineligible for office

The ruling suspends the former governor's political rights for eight years and will be reviewed by the Electoral Court.

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Conmebol suspends Libertadores and Sudamericana matches in Colombia

Conmebol has decided to suspend all Copa Libertadores and Sudamericana matches scheduled this week in Colombia following a devastating earthquake.

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BJP Criticizes Congress Over Tejpal Conviction and Jharkhand Protests

The BJP has criticized the Congress for its silence on a recent conviction and raised concerns about student protests in Jharkhand.

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Israeli army incursions into Lebanese territory and bombardments of hills

Israeli troops conducted an incursion in Zaoutar El-Gharbiyé, erecting an earth embankment while bombardments continued in southern Lebanon.

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Trump criticizes possible replacement of Infantino at FIFA

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that FIFA would make a 'terrible mistake' by replacing Gianni Infantino following controversy over his proposal for private investors.

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Fire Breaks Out at Libya's Zawiya Refinery Following Previous Drone Attack

A significant fire erupted at Libya's Zawiya refinery, which was recently targeted in a drone attack, raising operational concerns.

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Dipke Launches Nationwide Campaign to Improve Government Schools

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke calls for enhancing government schools in rural areas during campaign launch.

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NUS Introduces Compulsory AI Courses and Free ChatGPT Access

NUS has announced mandatory AI modules for freshmen and free access to ChatGPT Edu for all students and staff.

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Sindh Government Defers Judicial Commission for Mir Raza Murder Case

The Sindh government has postponed the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the murder of Mir Raza Ali following support from the family for a new police team.

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Search Underway for Missing Bengaluru Techie on Solo Trek

Rescue teams are searching Shivagange Hills for Advait Upadhyay, whose phone was last traced near Kuduru, with a potential body spotted nearby.

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