FM Sitharaman: UPI transaction charges to apply to merchants, not customers

Teacher Killed, 4 Hurt as Student Opens Fire at Thailand School Before Dying

A shooting broke out on Friday at a high school in Nonthaburi province, Thailand. A teacher was killed and four others were injured in the attack. The student responsible for the shooting subsequently took their own life. Authorities are investigating the incident at the school in Nonthaburi, located near Bangkok.

Iran and Oman Near Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Shipping Routes

Iran has announced that an agreement with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz is close to being finalized. Both countries have confirmed they have reached an understanding on the coordinates for designated shipping routes through the strategically vital waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most critical maritime passages, through which a significant share of global oil supplies transit. The United States is also reported to be involved in the broader negotiations surrounding the deal. Each party is seeking specific outcomes from the agreement, reflecting their distinct geopolitical and economic interests in the region.

Trump Furious Over Leaked US Weapons Shortage Reports Amid Iran Nuclear Talks

President Trump has expressed anger over media reports revealing depleted US weapons stockpiles, warning of severe penalties for those responsible for the leaks. He acknowledged that some reports accurately reflect tighter supplies of advanced munitions, but fears the disclosures could weaken America's bargaining position. The controversy emerges at a critical stage in ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. Vice President JD Vance described the talks as exceptionally difficult, characterizing Iranian negotiators as radical.

Parliament Monsoon Session Day 14: Kashmiri Pandits Rehabilitation Bill to be introduced in Lok Sabha