The Agenda Today
Concerns grow over increased global ties with Taliban in Afghanistan
Campaigners fear deeper diplomatic contacts are undermining demands for improvements in human rights The Taliban in Afghanistan have launched a diplomatic effort to end their isolation as major regional and internationa...
India eyes 2036 Olympics, PM Modi announces nationwide talent hunt for children aged 5-15
India is a strong contender to host the 2036 Olympics and plans a nationwide talent hunt. This program will identify young athletes aged five to fifteen for specialized training. The initiative aims to improve India's p...
Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves
BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains.
Yoga, films, VFX, gaming: PM Modi lays out India’s soft power strategy on I-day
“The strength of India’s soft power is immense,” PM Modi said in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort in Delhi
Protein or pickled garlic? What's new in ice cream
There's a constant battle in ice cream to come up with new flavours and to keep costs down.
Walter puts dominant Super Giants in Hundred final
All-rounder Paul Walter is the unlikely star with 80 off 46 balls as Manchester Super Giants comfortably beat Sunrisers Leeds to reach the men's Hundred final.
FIFA chief Infantino receives support from 6 Arab federations amid revolt over World Cup plan
The backing came from 2030 World Cup co-host Morocco, Qatar, Egypt, Mauritania, Lebanon and Sudan, with four of the signatories being FIFA council members
UK ‘in free fall’ on free speech, expert warns as British MP brands Trump admin grant 'MAGA money meddling'
The U.S. Embassy in London is offering up to $500,000 for projects promoting Anglo-American principles including freedom of speech, limited government and the rule of law.
Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say
Apple Intelligence, the company’s suite of AI tools, is expected to launch in China in the coming months after an update to its iOS operating system, the people said
'Greatest threat': How India, Pakistan view each other; data lays bare deep animosity
A recent survey by Pew highlights that Indians and Pakistanis regard each other as their principal geopolitical adversaries. Unfavorable opinions dominate across the border, with India marking Pakistan as the major thre...
Making transparency the foundation of trust in medicine
Transparency across regulatory bodies, hospital systems, and clinical care can strengthen public faith and trust
Global Markets: Hotter Europe isn't cooling investor fervor for stocks
The heatwaves pummelling Europe this summer will have costly impacts on industries ranging from agriculture to tourism -- but that hasn't stopped stock markets from hitting all-time highs. The Paris, Frankfurt, Madrid a...
‘Toxic’ star Rukmini Vasanth says Yash fan girl moment was ‘Incredible’
Actress Rukmini Vasanth is thrilled about her role in the highly anticipated film Toxic. She plays Melissa, delving deep into her character's journey within this expansive narrative. Vasanth is particularly eager to sha...
Tamil Thai Vazhthu and Vande Mataram to be sung during Independence Day 2026 celebrations in courts across T.N. and Puducherry
A revised circular issued by the Madras High Court clarifies that the State song will be played first followed by the national song before the hoisting of the national flag
West Asia war LIVE: Iran defiant on strait as Trump tells Americans to accept high gas prices
This strait will be opened and closed only under Iran’s command, and so long as you do not accept the reality of defeat and stop indulging in fantasies, Iran will continue to enforce the blockade, Iran’s Deputy Foreign...
Rupee gains 3 paise to 95.42 against U.S. dollar
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 95.39 and moved in a tight range of 95.38 to 95.44 against the American currency before ending the session at 95.42 (provisional), up 3 paise from its previo...