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On Tuesday, drones targeted two ships in the Black Sea off Bulgaria, causing significant damage and injuries. Rescuers successfully evacuated the crew from one ship, while a second vessel sank during the attack. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev condemned the strikes and sought assistance from NATO and the European Union. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha accused Russia of responsibility for these attacks on commercial vessels.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and President of the Council of the Togolese Republic Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé announced on Tuesday that the two countries would elevate bilateral relations to a China-Togo community with a shared future for the new era.

Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Botswana's President Duma Gideon Boko at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday, with the two heads of state announcing the elevation of bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership.

A former gang leader was set to be sentenced on Tuesday for orchestrating the 1996 drive-by shooting death of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas, capping the lone prosecution of a long-unsolved murder that shaped the golden age of rap

During a recent gathering at Mizoram University, Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia urged financial institutions to provide credit solutions that address the specific needs of the Northeast region. He criticized generic banking products as insufficient, emphasizing customization for each state. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma shared initiatives requiring investment, hinting at potential economic drivers for the area that could facilitate sustained growth and enhance public welfare.

Piyush Goyal defended the Election Commission of India during a BJP press conference regarding Congress allegations. He emphasized the autonomy provided to the Commission by the Modi government and contrasted it with Congress’s history. Goyal raised concerns about former election officials’ subsequent political roles in Congress. He highlighted recent changes in the appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner under the current government.

Huang Qifan, former mayor of Chongqing and a survivor of multiple regional graft scandals, is under investigation for corruption, according to state media. State news agency Xinhua reported on Tuesday that the Communist Party’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection was investigating Huang for alleged serious violations of discipline and law, a euphemism for corruption. Huang, 74, was mayor of the southwestern municipality from 2010 to 2016, overseeing an economic boom while navigating...

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sought a detailed report on alleged police action against protesters and media personnel during an anti-SIR demonstration in Bengaluru, warning that any excessive use of force would invite accountability. He reaffirmed the right to peaceful protest, while Home Minister Priyank Kharge directed police to protect demonstrators' rights and urged organisers to coordinate with authorities.

In a bid to foster indigenous defence technologies, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation teams up with Medhastra Techsystems. This collaboration seeks to pave the way for advancements in artificial intelligence and cognitive warfare, supporting the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative for self-reliance in defence. Joining the IIT Madras ecosystem allows Medhastra to amplify its defence AI capabilities, reinforcing India's position in global technological innovation through academic and industry cooperation.