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17-year-old Arjun Aravind has been charged with two counts of murder in connection with the deaths of his mother, Sudha Venkatesan, 45, and his 14-year-old brother, Siddharth Aravind

The ‌plan comes as garment exporters reassess their dependence on the US market after tariff-related disruptions and position for higher demand following India's trade deals with Britain and Europe

Former US President Joe Biden's prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, even as he continues to speak out on public issues, his son Hunter said in an interview. In a wide-ranging interview with the BBC broadcast late Friday, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch. "The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further," he said. "It's very painful and it's very debilitating in many respects." Biden, 83, was the oldest man to serve as US president and his age was a source of concern for much of his four years in office. He and his White House advisers have faced intense criticism for allegedly concealing the extent of his problems, especially after he was forced to abandon his bid for re-election after a disastrous debate with his eventual successor, Donald Trump. The former president revealed his cancer diagnosis in May of last year, less than four months after he left th

Iran says it will not resume talks with the US while Washington breaches a June interim deal, while an agreement with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes nears completion

PM Modi also congratulated Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, on the birth of their son and extended his wishes to the family

Sargeant served as a vital back channel between Washington and Caracas during years of deep hostility, accumulating outsized influence on both sides

Flaws in US vaccine policy could make it impossible to leverage technology in optimal ways to advance medical science

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has declared August 15 as India Day, recognising the contributions made by the Indian diaspora to the state, and urged residents to participate fittingly in observance. In a proclamation issued on August 1, the governor also recognised the vital role played by community organisations and advocates in fostering civic engagement, cultural exchange and mutual understanding through its annual Independence-Day celebrations and community-service efforts. A similar proclamation was also issued by Michelle Wu, the Mayor of Boston, declaring August 15 as India Day. She also welcomed the opening of the new Indian Consulate in Boston and celebrated the visit of INS Sudarshini at the SAILBOSTON-250 event. The proclamation issued by the Massachusetts governor said August 15, 2026, will mark the 79th anniversary of India's independence from British colonial rule in 1947, a historic moment that laid the foundation for the world's largest democracy. It noted tha

The yen fell to its lowest level in nearly 40 years against the US dollar, prompting Japan and the US to jointly intervene in currency markets

The move underscored both countries' resolve to prevent a selloff in the yen and Japanese government bonds (JGBs) from causing global spillovers

US embassies in several West Asian nations on Saturday called upon American citizens there to consider leaving or be "prepared to depart" amid heightened tensions with Iran and a "complex security situation". US embassies in Jerusalem and other West Asian capitals released identical security alerts warning American nationals about travel to or within the region. The advisory came as US President Donald Trump threatened more strikes on Iran. Speaking at Camp David on Friday, Trump said the US would continue striking Iran "very hard" until it "can't take it anymore". The two countries have engaged in hostilities, with the US attacking Iran and Tehran targeting ships in the Strait of Hormuz and American assets in the region. The advisory called the Iranian regime "unpredictable" and warned of a "potential for unforeseen escalation". "Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise caution and heightened vigilance and should be prepared for flight cancellations, periodic airspa

Venezuelans are watching the start of a round of US-backed talks between the ruling party and the opposition on Saturday with cautious optimism after several previous negotiations failed to bring reconciliation. The latest talks follow the January capture of then-President Nicolas Maduro by US forces, and will focus on strengthening democracy and restoring rights after nearly three decades of socialist rule. The talks will be led by members of Venezuela's overwhelmingly pro-government National Assembly and a group of former opposition lawmakers who previously attempted to oust Maduro. US officials say they will have a facilitating role. "I hope these people (the government) finally understand that we won't move forward with the usual arbitrary actions; they must respect agreements," said Soraida Martinez, a 58-year-old homemaker. "Both sides need to make concessions for the good of the country." Saturday's meeting comes nearly seven weeks after a gathering in Caracas between Nation

As Parliament debates tougher penalties for paper leaks, here's how countries from China and South Korea to the US, UK and Singapore punish exam fraud and organised cheating

The US Senate moved a step closer to passing a bipartisan bill that would allow Trump to impose sanctions on countries, including India and China, that continue to buy Russian oil.

The US and Japan urged India at the WTO to ease agricultural export restrictions, improve trade predictability and address non-tariff barriers during its Trade Policy Review

Three US law firms have launched preliminary investigations into HDFC Bank after reports of alleged payment irregularities. But does this mean the bank has been sued?

Amazon is facing a lawsuit from Warner Bros. Discovery over the hiring of a senior executive. Here's what the legal battle is about

Newly released Epstein investigation files shed light on Karyna Shuliak's life, relationship with the late financier, and her efforts to build a career as a dentist

A review of two books explores James Wilson's overlooked role in shaping the US Constitution and examines the enduring tensions between democracy and republicanism

The Centre said 45% of India's exports to the US remain outside the new 10% Section 301 duty. India was placed in the lower tariff tier after USTR cut the proposed levy from 12.5%