US Independence Day 2026: 250th anniversary and presidents who died on July 4thAmerica gears up for its 250th Independence Day, a momentous occasion celebrating liberty and self-governance. This July 4th also echoes a ...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.49 PM IST
July 4 Independence Day: History, significance and why the US celebrates itAmerica's Independence Day, celebrated annually on July 4th, commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, freeing the...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
NATO Summit 2026: What are the key challenges facing the alliance?NATO leaders convene in Ankara facing critical challenges: maintaining US commitment amid Trump's skepticism, Europe increasing its securit...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
European nations now believe some Hormuz fees are InevitableLeading European nations now acknowledge potential fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a shift in stance following the US-Iran ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
As H-1B registrations decline, summit to spotlight immigrant founders' role in US innovationA key summit in San Francisco this October will spotlight immigrant entrepreneurs' vital role in US innovation, amidst tightening immigrati...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Quote of the day by founder of American Red Cross Clara Barton: 'I have no right to easy comfortable days when our poor men are suffering and dying thirsting' ; life lessons on caring for humanity from Florence Nightingale of AmericaEmpathy fuels societal trust and well-being, a principle embodied by nurse Clara Barton. Her powerful words, "have no right to easy comfort...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Lt Gen Sandeep Jain assumes office as Vice-Chief of Army StaffLieutenant General Sandeep Jain has taken over as the Vice-Chief of the Army Staff. With a distinguished career spanning nearly four decade...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
Sunil Bharti Mittal hopeful of India-US trade deal in coming weeksBharti Enterprises Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal expressed strong optimism for an India-US trade agreement within weeks, highlighting its im...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
'Fear of scrutiny': India says those questioning global terror financing watchdog FATF have something to hideIndia has strongly defended the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), urging nations to cease exporting instability and prevent their territo...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
Trump threatens to annihilate Iran after new exchange of attacksTrump issued a stark warning to Iran, saying the nation would cease to exist if forced back into war, following US strikes on Iranian targe...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
The adaptation imperative: Subnational action and India’s heat challengeAt present, more than three-quarters (76%) of India’s population is at high or very high risk of extreme heat.
27 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Germany could revive conscription by mid-2027, senior MP tells AFPGermany is struggling to recruit soldiers and will have to decide by July 2027 at the latest whether to reintroduce compulsory military ser...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
On This Day in History, June 27: World's first ATM installed, Peter the Great wins at Poltava, Atari founded, Djibouti gains independence, first colour TV demo and moreOn This Day in History, June 27, history spans military victories, political change, scientific innovation and technological breakthroughs....
26 Jun, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
World sends rescuers, aid as Venezuela reels from quakesOffers of rescue support, aid and condolences poured into Venezuela on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes left at least 164 dead and h...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
On This Day in History, June 26: UN Charter signed, Indira Gandhi declares Emergency, Harry Potter debuts, Corvette day, Sher Shah Suri wins against Mughals and moreOn This Day in History, June 26 saw the signing of the United Nations Charter, Richard III's rise to the English throne, India's declaratio...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Indian Army contingent participates in Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 in MongoliaThe 23rd edition of the Multilateral Joint Military Exercise Khaan Quest 2026 is currently underway at the Five Hills Training Area, Ulaanb...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.48 PM IST