Politics Desk

Three members of a single family have died and a fourth remains in critical condition following a tragic swimming incident off the coast of Shoreham-by-Sea.

At least seven people were killed and several others injured after a fire broke out at a four-storey hotel in West Bengal's Tarapith temple town.

The High Court has overturned a Parole Board decision to release killer Glyn Razzell, citing his ongoing dishonesty and failure to disclose where he hid his wife Linda's body.

Students across England celebrated their A-level and vocational results on 13 August 2026, opening pathways to higher education and careers.

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is reportedly set to plead guilty to federal stalking charges, averting a trial.

Former TMC MLA Nirmal Ghosh was arrested in Odisha following allegations by the RG Kar victim's father regarding a hurried cremation.

The Lok Sabha has referred the contentious FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, to a Joint Parliamentary Committee following intense opposition protests over proposed stricter foreign funding oversight.

The inquiry report into allegations against former judge Justice Yashwant Varma is set to be tabled in the Lok Sabha, presenting findings from the cash-at-residence controversy.

A 25-year-old man died following a shooting outside a south London pub, as police and forensics investigate the incident with no arrests yet reported.

A woman in her 20s was airlifted to Sligo University Hospital following a three-vehicle collision in County Donegal. Gardaí have appealed for witnesses and dash-cam footage.

A power failure at a communications centre in Manchester has triggered widespread rail disruption, cancellations, and delays across northern England.

The Bombay High Court convicted former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal of rape and sexual harassment, sentencing him to 10 years in prison.

Wesley Bell secured victory in Missouri's Democratic primary, ending former Representative Cori Bush's comeback bid following a campaign shaped by foreign policy and outside spending.

Michigan has confirmed the first two fatalities in a national cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce. State health officials report over 11,000 cases as federal investigations continue.

Acting AG Todd Blanche has rescinded a controversial $1.8 billion compensation fund for Donald Trump's allies in a bid to clear his Senate confirmation vote.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a 100-week nationwide campaign to combat substance abuse and foster a drug-free society for India's youth.

The U.S. Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence in a 51-47 party-line vote following months of scrutiny.

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House amid ongoing conflicts.