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US launches fresh strikes against Iran as standoff over Strait of Hormuz escalates | World

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US launches fresh strikes against Iran as standoff over Strait of Hormuz escalates | World

Washington: The United States on early Monday (local time) launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran, with US Central Command saying the operation is intended to further degrade Tehran's ability to target civilian mariners and commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The latest strikes came after Iran attacked a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing earlier in the weekend. In a post on X, CENTCOM said the strikes were carried out on the direction of the Commander in Chief to hold Iranian forces accountable. "At 5 p.m.…

Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people; horrifying blaze caught on camera | Video | World

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Bangkok pub fire kills at least 27 people; horrifying blaze caught on camera | Video | World

Bangkok: A massive fire engulfed a pub in Bangkok early Monday morning, killing at least 27 people before firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control, officials said. Several videos circulating on social media showed huge flames and thick black smoke billowing out of the front door of the Na Ladprao pub in the northern part of the Thai capital. The fire broke out at one of the most popular entertainment venues in Bangkok's Chatuchak district. According to the Jerusalem Post, the victims died while attempting to escape through the pub's bathroom during the blaze. Video shows people running away Videos from…

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Farhan Akhtar remembers Milkha Singh

Thirteen years after “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” took the box office by storm, Farhan Akhtar is looking back at the role that defined a milestone in his career. The multi-talented star posted a heartfelt tribute remembering the iconic sprinter Milkha Singh, thanking him once again for allowing his inspiring journey to be immortalised in Indian cinema. "Miss you Milkha ji. As Bhaag Milkha Bhaag turns 13 today, thank you again for trusting me with your life story. Big hug to @rakeyshommehra #PrasoonJoshi @binodkpradhan @sonamkapoor @divyadutta25 @yograjofficial #PawanMalhotra @joinprakashraj #JaptejSingh @shankarehsaanloy and the incredible cast and crew," the actor-filmmaker wrote.…

Middle East on edge again as US strikes on Iran’s Hormozgan province, Qeshm Island leaves one dead | World

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Middle East on edge again as US strikes on Iran’s Hormozgan province, Qeshm Island leaves one dead | World

Tehran: The tensions remained high in the Gulf on Sunday after the hostilities resumed between the United States (US) and Iran, with more than 10 projectiles striking the Qeshm Island, which is located in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strikes comes even as the US maintains that the critical waterway remains open for all merchant vessels. "Between 10 to 11 enemy projectiles have struck Qeshm Island since Sunday afternoon," Qeshm township's governor Hossein Amir Teymouri told Iran's Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), while adding that there had been no casualties and "all of the targets were military". Iran's southern…

Irctc Full Tariff Rate (Ftr): Yes, you can actually book an entire Indian Railways train: Here’s how IRCTC’s lesser-known Full Tariff Rate (FTR) service works

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Irctc Full Tariff Rate (Ftr): Yes, you can actually book an entire Indian Railways train: Here’s how IRCTC’s lesser-known Full Tariff Rate (FTR) service works

If you thought only booking private jets and yachts were possible, you need to read this. Because you can actually book an entire train for your group travel! Thanks to Indian Railways own version of luxury group travel which has been around for years but not many are well aware of this service. Through the Full Tariff Rate (FTR) scheme, individuals, companies, wedding parties and religious groups, among others can reserve an entire train or a complete coach for exclusive use.And here’s all the info you need to know about booking an entire train or coach through IRCTC. Read on:What…

Israel to hold Knesset elections on October 27. Will PM Benjamin Netanyahu get another term? | World

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Israel to hold Knesset elections on October 27. Will PM Benjamin Netanyahu get another term? | World

Tel Aviv: While the country continues with its military operations in Lebanon, Israel announced on Sunday that the general elections will take place on October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu eyeing another term in the office. This will be the first since 1988 when elections are happening in Israel following a complete four-year term. The decision was announced by Knesset House Committee chairman Likud MK Ofir Katz, who noted that the current Knesset will complete its full four-year term on July 17. Knesset legal adviser Sagit Afik also reiterated that Netanyahu's coalition government has no intention of shortening the…

J&K opposition party Peoples Democratic Party President Mehbooba Mufti and the party leader Iltija Mufti were placed under house arrest on Sunday ahead of Martyrs’ Day on July 13.

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J&K opposition party Peoples Democratic Party President Mehbooba Mufti and the party leader Iltija Mufti were placed under house arrest on Sunday ahead of Martyrs’ Day on July 13.

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti and party leader Iltija Mufti were placed under house arrest on Sunday ahead of Martyrs’ Day observances, the party said. According to PDP leaders, the restrictions were imposed to prevent Mehbooba Mufti and her daughter Iltija Mufti from participating in programmes marking Martyrs’ Day. The party alleged that the move was aimed at restricting political activity and the leaders’ right to pay tributes. Martyrs’ Day is observed in Jammu and Kashmir to commemorate those who were killed on July 13, 1931, during protests against the Dogra rule in the erstwhile princely state.…

Brendon McCullum steps down as England’s test coach, to continue in white-ball role | Cricket

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Brendon McCullum steps down as England’s test coach, to continue in white-ball role | Cricket

London: Brendon McCullum has decided to step down as England's head coach for the test team, but will continue to lead the side in the t20Is and the one-day internationals (ODIs), announced the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Sunday. The development comes day after star all-rounder and test team's captain Ben Stokes retired from international cricket. "I've absolutely loved coaching the Test side and I'm incredibly proud of what we've achieved together," said McCullum in a statement. "There've been some unbelievable highs and a few tough days along the way, but that's all part of taking on a…

Vietnam Police detains captain after speedboat tragedy that killed 15 Indians in Phu Quoc | World

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Vietnam Police detains captain after speedboat tragedy that killed 15 Indians in Phu Quoc | World

Hanoi: The police on Sunday detained the captain of a speedboat that capsized off Phu Quoc Island in Vietnam on Saturday, leaving as many as 15 Indian tourists dead. The captain was identified as 57-year-old Nguyen Hong Hai, who was resident of Thuan Tien hamlet in the An Giang province. According to a report by VnExpress International, Hai was living temporarily in the Phu Quoc Special Zone when he was detained by the police. He was detained as the police wanted to interrogate Hai over alleged violations of waterway transport safety regulations. The report also stated that the 57-year-old was…

Ravichandran Ashwin backs veteran India batter’s comeback into the side after T20I series loss to England | Cricket

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Ravichandran Ashwin backs veteran India batter’s comeback into the side after T20I series loss to England | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss in the five-game T20I series against England. After the first T20I of the series was washed out due to rain, England handed the Indian team four straight defeats, clinching the series 4-0 and scripting history as well. Under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team is yet to win a game, as they lost two matches to Ireland and followed it up with four losses against England. With the losses, several experts also came forward and talked about the various changes that the Men in Blue could make going…