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‘Useless to try to pressure PM Modi’: Putin on US efforts to derail India-Russia ties
Times of India

‘Useless to try to pressure PM Modi’: Putin on US efforts to derail India-Russia ties

Russian President Putin reassured that India's growing US ties won't harm its long-standing relationship with Russia. He dismissed attempts to pressure New Delhi, highlighting India's robust economic growth and predicting a significant expansion in bilateral trade, aiming for $100 billion in the coming years. Putin expressed confidence in continued strong economic engagement.

US lawmakers defy Trump in voting to end Iran war
Times of India

US lawmakers defy Trump in voting to end Iran war

Republican lawmakers are showing rare signs of independent thought, voting against President Trump's priorities on Capitol Hill. Recent acts of rebellion include opposing the Iran war without congressional authorization and blocking a controversial fund for alleged Biden administration overreach. While Trump's grip on the GOP remains strong, these small but noticeable tremors suggest a shift in co...

Bondi attack hero Ahmed al-Ahmed charged with assaulting father: Report

Bondi attack hero Ahmed al-Ahmed charged with assaulting father: Report

Times of India

Ahmed al-Ahmed, lauded for disarming a Bondi Beach attacker, now faces assault charges. Police allege he assaulted his father in March. Al-Ahmed denies the claims, calling them 'fake information.' He was hailed a hero after the deadly shooting, receiving widespread praise and meeting the Prime Minister. The Bondi attack remains Australia's deadliest mass shooting since 1996.

Forbidden anniversary: China blocks families from visiting graves of Tiananmen victims

Forbidden anniversary: China blocks families from visiting graves of Tiananmen victims

Times of India

China is intensifying its crackdown on any public remembrance of the 1989 Tiananmen Square events. Families of victims are being barred from visiting graves, and authorities are actively erasing the incident from public memory. This suppression escalates as Hong Kong also bans commemorations, while global reactions highlight ongoing censorship.

Five Eyes issues 'unprecedented' warning over China's aggresive spying campaign

Five Eyes issues 'unprecedented' warning over China's aggresive spying campaign

Times of India

Chinese intelligence operatives are reportedly using fake job offers on professional platforms to ensnare government and military personnel. The Five Eyes alliance warns these tactics aim to extract sensitive information, with targets pressured to provide confidential details for financial rewards. Western nations urge vigilance against these sophisticated espionage efforts.

Labour MP Jess Asato sues Elon Musk's xAI over deepfake bikini images in landmark UK AI lawsuit

Labour MP Jess Asato sues Elon Musk's xAI over deepfake bikini images in landmark UK AI lawsuit

Times of India

British Labour MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI, alleging its Grok chatbot generated fake sexualised images of her. The High Court case could set a precedent for AI developer accountability, focusing on system design rather than solely user actions. This legal challenge arrives as governments worldwide grapple with deepfake abuse and the need for stronger AI safeguards.