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Rohit Yadav won the javelin throw at the World Athletics Continental Tour Silver meet in Bhubaneswar with a personal best of 87.68m, becoming India's second-best thrower of all time behind Neeraj Chopra. The meet also saw Murali Sreeshankar win the long jump and several other Indian athletes shine.
At VIT's 41st convocation, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called on graduates to make India a creator of AI rather than a consumer, citing the India AI Mission and Delhi's partnerships with IITs. Chancellor G. Viswanathan highlighted India's low higher-education enrolment ratio and appealed to the new education minister.
Alex Lanier defeated Japan's Kodai Naraoka 21-11, 21-11 in the men's singles final at the BWF World Championships in New Delhi, becoming the first French player to win the title. The French pair of Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue also won gold in mixed doubles, making it a historic day for French badminton.
A federal judge in New York ruled that the Trump administration's suspension of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries was unlawful, exceeding Secretary of State Marco Rubio's authority. The ruling vacates the policy and sets aside visa denials based solely on it, with the government likely to appeal.
World No. 1 An Se-young of South Korea defeated defending champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-14 in the BWF World Championships final in New Delhi on Sunday, winning her second career world title. The victory, which came despite a recent knee injury, makes An the first South Korean singles player—male or female—to win two world championships.
As India gears up for the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is emerging as a key export item in bilateral talks, with a range of countries from the Gulf to Southeast Asia expressing interest. Recent combat use in Operation Sindoor has bolstered its appeal, and several agreements are already in place.
Once Nigeria’s unstoppable political force, the Peoples Democratic Party now holds no state governorships and faces a leadership crisis as factions battle in court. With defections and a disputed convention, the party’s survival is at stake in the upcoming general election.
The US State Department has formally designated American citizen Min Zin as wrongfully detained in China, escalating the case to the presidential office for hostage affairs. The decision, made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, comes weeks before a planned summit between Presidents Trump and Xi.
A Seoul court sentenced a Chinese national to 20 years in prison for leading a hacking scheme that stole over 38 billion won from victims, including BTS member Jungkook and a business tycoon. The court said the victims lost assets through no fault of their own, and noted the hacker showed no genuine remorse.
The Philippines expressed optimism that negotiations for a South China Sea Code of Conduct will conclude within the year, urging all parties to sustain momentum on remaining sensitive issues. Foreign Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro made the remarks after co-chairing the ninth Philippines-Malaysia Joint Commission Meeting in Manila, where both countries also exchanged views on 'illegal and coercive actions' in the region.
Police in Pattaya have revealed that 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla died from suffocation, as the investigation into her death nears completion. Australian Simon Peter Carman faces four charges including murder, with a case file due to prosecutors by Friday.
The ASEAN Committee in Islamabad issued a joint statement reaffirming commitment to peace and prosperity on the bloc's 59th anniversary, highlighting Timor-Leste's admission and the new Community Vision 2045. Meanwhile, Brunei's embassy in Amman hosted a flag-raising ceremony, with Ambassador Nor Huda Ahmad pointing to growing opportunities with Jordan. The anniversary also saw renewed calls for expanding Pakistan-ASEAN cooperation.
An Indonesian frigate joined a brief naval exercise with China's navy off Taiwan's east coast during Taiwan's Han Kuang drill, prompting Taipei to request an explanation. Jakarta described the maneuver as a routine transit, while analysts debate the implications for Indonesia's longstanding neutral foreign policy.
A cargo vessel was hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its engine room and causing a crew casualty, according to UKMTO. Brent crude rose above $91 and WTI topped $85 amid renewed fighting in Lebanon and hopes for a US-Iran deal fading. Meanwhile, oil producers have adopted 'dark' transits and ship-to-ship transfers to keep exports flowing despite the conflict.
Bangladesh have recalled top-order batter Sharmin Sultana for the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 and Asian Games, with the BCB announcing a 15-member squad. The tournament runs from August 28 to September 13 in Dubai, with Sri Lanka defending their title.
A White House report accusing over 40 countries of helping China evade US tariffs has put Southeast Asian exporters under scrutiny, with analysts warning it may blur legitimate supply-chain diversification. The report also designates Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan as 'Tier III' states, potentially complicating diplomatic ties.
A student opened fire at a private high school in the southern Philippines on Tuesday, killing a fellow student before taking his own life, officials said. The attack, which was reportedly live-streamed, has drawn scrutiny amid a regional pattern of youth violence.
Singapore coach Gavin Lee urged calm ahead of the ASEAN Championship semi-final second leg, where the Lions trailed Thailand 3-1 on aggregate. Despite a spirited 2-1 win in Bangkok, Singapore exited 4-3 on aggregate, with Lee reflecting on the positives and the team's near-miss.
Hong Kong infrastructure and AI companies are expanding into Malaysia amid the opening of a new trade office and the country's industrial master plan, but executives stress that cultural sensitivity and adaptation to local market norms are essential for success.
Reform UK mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham struggled to explain Nigel Farage's undeclared £5m gift from a crypto billionaire during an LBC interview. The parliamentary watchdog has reopened its investigation into Farage, while new analysis shows Reform has received £20m from crypto investors since the 2024 election.