California teen turns eco-anxiety group into 700-member nonprofit, wins $10K

Gauhati University Student Found Dead at Homestay, Boyfriend Detained

Nimisha Thakuria, a 21-year-old Sociology student at Gauhati University, was found dead at a homestay in Garal-Dharapur. Shortly before her phone went offline, she called her mother expressing fear of being attacked. Authorities have detained her boyfriend, Ashiq Ali, who alleges that she died by suicide. The incident has triggered protests in the area, with demonstrators raising concerns over 'love jihad'. The case is currently under investigation.

'Not talking on behalf of EC': Union minister says 'no proof' of EC-SIR row, slams oppn

Iran Denies Houthi Ties, Warns US as Trump Rejects Tehran's Peace Overture

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has categorically denied any Iranian involvement in Houthi attacks, emphasizing diplomacy as the preferred path to reducing regional tensions. He criticized US and Israeli actions for inflaming hostilities among Gulf states and expressed deep skepticism about the prospects of negotiations with Washington, citing longstanding historical grievances. Separately, Iran's military issued a direct warning over potential threats to American interests in the region. The statements come amid broader tensions following US President Donald Trump's rejection of Iran's peace proposal.

Iraq suffers $60bn oil revenue loss as Iran conflict disrupts exports

Iraq is experiencing severe economic strain as the ongoing Iran war disrupts its oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz. The country has recorded a staggering $60 billion loss in oil income, according to the Prime Minister. This is particularly damaging as oil revenues account for more than 90 percent of Iraq's federal budget. The crisis has also triggered serious domestic fuel shortages, forcing Iraq to import gasoline despite being a major crude oil producer.