Merino Late Goal Sends Spain Past Belgium 2-1 Into World Cup Semifinal

Centre weighs Meta reply on WA usernames, rollout remains on hold

TRAI: 1600-series calls cannot be blocked, but 140-series subject to DND rules

India's telecom regulator TRAI has clarified that calls originating from the 1600 number series — used by regulated entities and government bodies — cannot be blocked by any application. These numbers are mandated by TRAI specifically for service and transaction calls made to existing customers. In contrast, the 140 number series is reserved for registered telemarketers making promotional calls. Consumers who wish to limit such promotional calls can register their preferences through the Do Not Disturb (DND) registry. This distinction ensures that critical service communications remain uninterrupted while giving users control over marketing calls.

US Warns Iran to Stop Hormuz Attacks and Keep Shipping Lanes Open

US officials have demanded that Iran cease attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and ensure the waterway remains open for navigation. A senior American official revealed that Iran communicated to Washington that the recent shipping incidents were caused by 'an errant part of their system.' The disclosure suggests Iran acknowledged some degree of responsibility for the attacks while distancing its leadership from deliberate intent. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global shipping corridor through which a significant share of the world's oil supply passes.

Centre directs states to follow correct script and diction for national anthem

The central government has issued instructions to all states mandating strict adherence to the correct script and diction of the national song and anthem. State songs are now required to be played before the national song and anthem at official functions. The Home Ministry has made the correct script and pronunciation guidelines available on its official portal. States have been asked to ensure that all organizations under their jurisdiction comply with these directives.