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New Delhi, August 24, 2026: India’s political landscape is witnessing a fresh confrontation between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition, with women’s political representation and electoral reforms emerging as two major flashpoints. Over the past few days, senior leaders from both sides have intensified their attacks, turning issues that were once largely…
The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI has been hit by a major new leak just days before Rockstar Games is expected to officially showcase the game again. A group calling itself CyberLeek has released a series of alleged GTA 6 gameplay videos and map material while claiming that the leaks are a protest against…
The Middle East is facing another sharp escalation as tensions between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) intensify, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already dangerous conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. On August 18, the UAE said it had detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward maritime traffic….
Just months before its highly anticipated release, Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6) has suffered another major leak. Multiple gameplay videos, along with images claiming to show the full map of Leonida, began appearing online on August 18, 2026, quickly spreading across social media and gaming communities. The timing is particularly significant. Rockstar Games is…
After nearly a month away from racing, Formula 1 is finally back. The summer shutdown is over, the factories are reopening and the championship enters its second half with the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, scheduled for August 21–23. But this is not an ordinary return from the summer break. The 2026 Dutch Grand…
The Indian government has opened a new one-time disclosure window for taxpayers who have previously failed to report certain foreign assets or overseas income. The Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers–Disclosure Scheme, 2026 (FAST-DS) came into effect on August 16, 2026, giving eligible taxpayers until December 31 to regularise specified overseas holdings. The scheme is particularly…
Semiconductors have become one of the most important resources in the modern world. They power smartphones, cars, medical equipment, data centres, military systems and, increasingly, the artificial-intelligence systems transforming the global economy. In 2026, the competition to control this technology has intensified, turning computer chips into a major point of rivalry between the United States…
The news is not always about politics, markets or conflicts. Some of the most fascinating stories happening around the world are hidden inside science, nature, space and technology. From an extraordinary solar image to a rare combination of astronomical events and scientific discoveries made possible by ordinary people’s photographs, recent developments are revealing surprising things…
The global news cycle on August 13, 2026, is being shaped by heightened geopolitical tensions, developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz and changing expectations for major central banks. At the same time, financial markets have shown signs of relief as investors reassess inflation and interest-rate risks. Iran and the United…
India has reiterated that peace and stability along its disputed border with China remain essential to the broader relationship between the two countries, as fresh reports of tensions in the Himalayas emerge ahead of a major diplomatic meeting in New Delhi. The development comes as India prepares to host the 2026 BRICS summit, which is…
