They had originally planned to pass through the strait closer to Oman

Vladimir Putin congratulated the US leader on the milestone holiday

This is a specific example evidencing that the two powers are interested in closely working together, and in the most different spheres, Yury Ushakov said

The heads of states stressed importance of continuing the bilateral interaction in their talk, including on military-political and economic topics

Yury Ushakov noted that the US President again confirmed readiness to facilitate the soonest possible cessation of hostilities and the search for peaceful solutions to overcome the crisis

India has declared 23 individuals from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as terrorists, targeting Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish operatives. Home Minister Amit Shah stated these individuals are involved in anti-India activities, including terror attacks and recruitment. The designated terrorists are linked to significant attacks like Pathankot and the Rameshwaram Cafe blast, with some also involved in reconnaissance for future strikes. This move underscores the government's firm stance against terrorism.

India's road transport ministry is introducing mandatory cybersecurity and software update rules for advanced vehicles. Starting October, new models with Level-3 automation and above will need to comply, followed by existing models and then vehicles with over-the-air update capabilities. This proactive measure addresses the growing threat of cyberattacks on increasingly connected cars, ensuring safer journeys for all.

Vehicle manufacturers are defending the government's mandatory 20% ethanol blending in petrol, assuring the public that no engine damage has been observed. While acknowledging a slight drop in fuel efficiency for older vehicles due to lower calorific value, industry leaders state field experience has been positive. Discussions are ongoing with the government regarding flex-fuel vehicles as a future pathway.

Amidst global energy turmoil, India, under PM Modi's leadership, bolstered domestic LPG output and secured diverse crude supplies. Strategic diplomacy and policy interventions successfully shielded citizens from potential shortages and price surges. The inauguration of the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery marks a significant step in India's expanding refining prowess, positioning it as the world's fourth-largest refining nation.

The government aims to reintroduce its ambitious women's reservation bill in the upcoming monsoon session after a previous defeat. Speaker Om Birla's decision on defecting MPs could bolster the ruling alliance's numbers. Discussions are also expected on potential changes to the bill to address concerns from southern states, alongside a proposal for automatic removal of leaders facing serious criminal charges.

German police have clashed with left-wing activists trying to derail the right-wing Alternative for Germany party’s convention in Erfurt Read Full Article at RT.com

The US and Russian leaders spoke for nearly 1.5 hours on the 250th anniversary of American independence, according to Kremlin aide Ushakov Read Full Article at RT.com

The roar of a professional basketball crowd are sounds the Yukon had only heard on TV, until today. Basketball fans are excited following courtside access as the Canadian Elite Basketball League brings Whitehorse its first ever professional basketball game.

A young girl was severely injured Saturday morning after falling from an 11th-floor balcony, Ottawa paramedics say.

The body of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is expected to be carried through Shia Muslims’ holiest sites in Iran and Iraq Read Full Article at RT.com

The prime minister confirmed that a new constitution will be drafted in Hungary and later put to a national referendum

Trump had previously stated that the U.S. had granted Iran a one-week break in negotiations due to Ali Khamenei’s funeral

According to the journalist, Zelensky congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of US independence

Azzedine Ounahi scored in the 50th and 82nd minutes, and Soufiane Rahimi in the 90+8 minute

As for the main suspect in the attack, 39-year-old Anastasia Berezovskaya, law enforcement has not yet managed to apprehend her

TEHRAN - The International Day of Cooperatives is marked every year on July 4. The 2026 theme of the  International Day of Cooperatives, “Cooperatives for a peaceful world”, affirms the contribution of cooperative enterprises to social justice, inclusion and solidarity. 

TEHRAN – The head of the Department of Environment (DOE) in separate meetings with the United Nations, Maldivian, and Pakistani officials explored avenues to expand collaborations in the environment sector. 

TEHRAN – Khwarizmi University has signed memorandums of understanding with Italy’s University of Trieste, and Eastern Mediterranean University of Cyprus, to boost scientific interactions and international cooperation.

Libreville, 04 juillet 2026 – Les filles et fils de la Sébé Brikolo et de la Bayi Brikolo s'apprêtent à vibrer au rythme de la 39ᵉ édition de la Coupe Oloupi. L'annonce a été faite ce samedi 04 juillet 2026 à Libreville par Jean Paul Eyebe Lendoye, Coordinateur Général et Président Fondateur de la compétition. Événement sportif majeur du Haut-Ogooué, la Coupe Oloupi célèbre cette année ses 45 ans d'existence. Pour marquer ce double anniversaire, la 39ᵉ édition se tiendra du 01 au 30 (...) - FOOTBALL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh held a crucial meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah to address escalating issues in Punjab, including rising lawlessness, cross-border terrorism, and drug trafficking. Chugh is optimistic about the BJP's potential to bring transformative governance, security, and growth to Punjab post-2027 Assembly elections, aiming to restore stability and prosperity in the region.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is embarking on a significant six-nation tour from July 5-15, commencing with a visit to four Gulf countries to bolster bilateral ties and discuss regional matters. He will then head to New York to spearhead India's campaign for a UN Security Council seat. The tour concludes in Brussels for crucial India-EU Trade and Technology Council discussions, underscoring India's proactive diplomatic outreach.

A political uproar has erupted in Jammu and Kashmir following the discovery of books in government school libraries describing the region as «India-occupied Kashmir» and referring to a banned separatist leader as «Shaheed.» The BJP has demanded the education minister's resignation, while the administration has suspended officials, blacklisted publishers, and launched a high-level inquiry into the matter. This incident reignites the ongoing debate over narratives in the region.

A young man from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Zeeshan Mir, was repatriated home after crossing the Line of Control to meet his beloved, Iram Bano. Initially detained, Mir was eventually acquitted by an Uri court, which recognized his act as a desperate attempt of love rather than infiltration. The couple, whose families are related across the border, shared a brief meeting before Mir's handover, with both families hoping for their union.

Two men who went 'fishing for Jews' in Stamford Hill, inner London, as they filmed anti-Semitic TikTok videos have been given suspended prison sentences.

The Goslok Festival, one of two annual town festivals held in Vestmannaeyjar each summer, reaches its peak today.