WorldPornhub Returns to Australia After Adopting Apple-Based Age VerificationSYDNEY, October 7, 2026 — Pornhub has resumed service in Australia after an eight-month absence, following the introduction of Apple's device-level age-verification system designed to help online services comply with the country's stricter age-assurance requirementsBy Siddhaanth Raghav
IndiaRahul Gandhi Detained as Police Break Up Opposition Protest in DelhiNEW DELHI, October 7, 2026 — India's opposition leader Rahul Gandhi was detained by Delhi Police after an hours-long opposition protest near the Election Commission of India headquarters in New Delhi ended with police moving protesters away from the site.By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldIndian Pilot Captain Smit Machchhar Hailed for Saving LivesNEW DELHI, October 7, 2026 — Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar is being praised for his courage and presence of mind after helping prevent a potential disaster aboard a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel AvivBy Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldPutin Arrives in New Delhi for 3-Day India Visit Ahead of BRICS SummitPutin is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit, with discussions expected to cover trade, investment, energy, defence, technology and other areas of cooperation.By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldChina Cargo Ship Fire: 25 Dead After Blaze at Qingdao ShipyardThe vessel, identified as the Ocean Melody, was docked at Beihai Shipbuilding when the fire broke out Thursday morning. A total of 42 people were reportedly aboard the ship at the time of the incident.By Siddhaanth Raghav
TechApple's Big Reveal: Foldable iPhone Duo Could Debut at $2,000The device has been widely rumored to be called the iPhone Duo, although Apple has not officially confirmed the name. Reports indicate the foldable could start at around $2,000 for a 256GB model, potentially making it the most expensive iPhone ever released. By Siddhaanth Raghav
TechApple's Big Reveal: Foldable iPhone Duo Could Debut at $2,000The device has been widely rumored to be called the iPhone Duo, although Apple has not officially confirmed the name. Reports indicate the foldable could start at around $2,000 for a 256GB model, potentially making it the most expensive iPhone ever released. By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldFar-Right Victory in Germany: AfD Wins Historic Saxony-Anhalt ElectionThe result marks the strongest regional performance in the AfD’s history and brings the party closer to potentially leading a state government for the first time in postwar Germany. However, the AfD did not win enough seats to govern alone.By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldU.S.–Canada Trade War Escalates as Canada Imposes Retaliatory TariffsThe latest measures, which took effect on September 8, cover approximately $27.6 billion worth of U.S. imports and include tariffs of 15%, 25% and 50%, depending on the product. By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldHouthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia Leave 73 Injured as Regional Tensions EscalateSaudi authorities said the attacks targeted civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran, while fires broke out at energy infrastructure in the region. The Houthis claimed responsibility for the attacks,By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldGerman Far-Right AfD Wins Historic State Election in Saxony-AnhaltThe result represents the AfD's strongest performance in a German state election and marks a dramatic increase from the 20.8% it received in Saxony-Anhalt in 2021. Official state election figures put the AfD at about 44.2% in the latest count.By Siddhaanth Raghav
IndiaDelhi Building Collapse: Six Dead as Rescue Teams Search Debris in Satya NiketanThe building came down on Sunday afternoon in the densely populated area near Delhi University’s South Campus. Emergency teams have been working through the debris to determine whether anyone else remains trapped.By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldDeadly Russian Avalanche Kills 11 Climbers in Kabardino-BalkariaThe avalanche swept down Mount Mizhirgi in the Bezengi Gorge at around 5 p.m. local time on Sunday, September 6, striking a group of 33 climbers, according to local emergency authorities.By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldNarendra Modi’s Strong and Friendly Global LeadershipThe latest escalation has renewed concerns about regional stability, global energy supplies and the security of millions of people living and working in the GulfBy Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldCanada Slaps Tariffs on US Goods as Trade War IntensifiesThe Canadian government said the counter-tariffs would take effect on September 8 and would match recently imposed US tariffs dollar for dollar and rate for rate. The new measures will apply tariffs of 15%, 25% and 50% on selected US-origin products.By Siddhaanth Raghav
IndiaIndian Citizen Killed in Kyiv Strike as Russian Attacks Hit UkraineThe latest attack came during the sixth consecutive day of Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital and nearby areas. Ukrainian authorities said drones and ballistic missiles were used in the overnight assault, with residential areas and railway infrastructure among the locations hit. By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldUS and Iran Exchange Fire as Tensions Escalate AgainUS forces said they carried out strikes against Iranian military targets on Larak Island, near the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded with missile attacks targeting US military bases in Jordan.By Siddhaanth Raghav
IndiaNepal-Tibet Flash Flood Death Toll Surpasses 900 as More 4,000 Remain MissingNepal's disaster authorities reported 903 deaths and 4,247 missing people on the Nepalese side. In China's Tibet region, authorities had earlier reported 16 deaths and 546 missing, bringing the combined toll to at least 919 dead and nearly 4,800 missing. By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldIceland Rejects EU Membership Talks Referendum as 52.8% Vote The closely contested referendum marked an important moment in Iceland's long-running debate over EU membership. More than 82% of eligible voters took part, underlining the high level of public interest in the country's future relationship with Europe. By Siddhaanth Raghav
WorldDeadly Shooting at Swiss Rave Leaves One Dead and Five InjuredThe shooting took place during the early hours of Sunday near the Aarauer Rave, an annual techno event that attracted thousands of people. Swiss authorities said the suspected attacker or attackers had not been identified as the investigation continued. By Siddhaanth Raghav
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