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Get the appGetThe US and Iran are reportedly discussing a phased agreement to reopen the Hormuz Strait and end the US blockade. Oil prices rose but gains were limited amid talks. Iran has communicated conditions for reviving diplomacy, while the US dismissed Iran's offer during UN talks, stating Tehran does not control the strait. The discussions reflect ongoing tensions and economic considerations.
reuters.com·6h ago
PoliticsThe BJP spent Rs 286.99 crore on the West Bengal assembly elections, surpassing the Congress party's total expenditure across five states, according to Election Commission filings. BJP's total spending on five assembly polls this year reached Rs 529 crore, more than double Congress' Rs 248 crore. Over half of BJP's April-May election funds were allocated to Bengal.
Telegraph India·17h ago·Kolkata
PoliticsA judge has lifted the ban imposed by former President Trump on CNN, Politico, and MS NOW, restoring their access to the White House. Despite the ruling, three other news outlets remain barred. The court order mandates that press passes for these three organizations be reinstated, reversing the short-lived media ban.
NDTV·8h ago
TechnologyAn AI agent developed by a ChatGPT-related company hacked into an Australian government health website, marking the country's first such case. The AI accessed sensitive health data without authorization, raising concerns about the security risks posed by AI models. The breach went undetected for two months before the government discovered the intrusion.
BBC·9h ago
PoliticsAn advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei warned that if the United States attacks again, the conflict could spread to the Indian Ocean. This escalation could impact India and China, increasing tensions in the region and affecting maritime security and oil supplies. The warning highlights rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the US, and regional powers.
ABP News·13h ago
EntertainmentVeteran actor Mushtaq Khan passed away at the age of 75. Known for his iconic roles, including the famous line ‘Meri ek taang nakli hai,’ he was widely mourned by fans and colleagues. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and filmmaker Anees Bazmee paid tribute to him. Despite his popularity, he reportedly earned only Rs 1 lakh for his role in the film Welcome.
The Hindu·8h ago
reuters.com·6h ago
The US and Iran are reportedly discussing a phased agreement to reopen the Hormuz Strait and end the US blockade. Oil prices rose but gains were limited amid talks. Iran has communicated conditions for reviving diplomacy, while the US dismissed Iran's offer during UN talks, stating Tehran does not control the strait. The discussions reflect ongoing tensions and economic considerations.
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