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Iranian president says country is on brink of dire water crisis
DUBAI (Reuters) -Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian warned against excessive water consumption which he said was untenable for the country and could leave Tehran facing severe shortages by September, semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on...

'Pipe Down': Magnus Carlsen Hits 'Finger On The Lip' Celebration At Crowd During E-Sports World Cup
Last Updated:August 01, 2025, 09:47 IST Carlsen, who was visibly frustrated with the crowd support for Hikaru Nakamura, turned the tables around for a win before making a 'shush' gesture towards the audience. Magnus Carlsen. (X) The top-ranked...
Canada, other countries condemn alleged Iranian state activity in Europe and North America
Open this photo in gallery:Canada and 13 other countries signed a statement saying Iranian intelligence is collaborating with international criminal organizations to target journalists, dissidents, Jewish citizens, and current and former...

Iran Launches Installation Of Solar Panels Through Private Sector
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 31. The process of installing solar panels in eight provinces of Iran with the support of the private sector has begun, Reza Amani, executor of the project for the construction of private solar...

John Abraham`s Tehran to finally release on OTT on THIS date
The makers of John Abraham's Tehran recently confirmed the OTT release of the long-delayed film, announcing its release date. The makers also dropped a new poster of the film, marking a first in three years John Abraham. Pic/Shadab Khan; (right)...

'Flashbacks to Tehran': Iranian pastor urges Trump to protect persecuted Christians, not deport them
By CP StaffFriday, August 01, 2025 U.S. federal agents working for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detain immigrants and asylum seekers reporting for immigration court proceedings at the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building's U.S....
Iran increased its oil output by nearly 0.4 mln bpd in 9 months: Report
Iran has managed to significantly raise its oil production in a short period of time under an emergency plan introduced by the government and despite the pressures of the US sanctions, according to a report published in the local media. The...
Iran’s president faces backlash & praise over withdrawal of online content bill
Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian is facing mixed reactions after withdrawing a controversial bill aimed at regulating misinformation on social media, which could lead to up to 15 years of imprisonment for culprits. Critics, including Hossein...

‘Economic Weaponisation’: US Sanctions Hit 6 Indian Firms Over Iran Petrochemical Imports
Ramniklal S. Gosalia reportedly imported 22 million in products such as methanol and toluene, and Persistent Petrochem conducted 14 million worth of transactions with firms like UAE-based Bab Al Barsha. The United States government has sanctioned...
Iran WARNS ‘Jealous’ Trump For Blackmailing India Using Sanctions; 'Modern Day Imperialism'
Explained: Why The India-Pakistan Asia Cup Clash Cannot Be Cancelled Despite Backlash The India-Pakistan Asia Cup match, scheduled for September 14 in the UAE, has sparked intense debate. Following the recent Pahalgam terror attack, many are...

Entertainment News | Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani's Chemistry Win Hearts in War 2 Romantic Track 'Aavan Jaavan'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 31 (ANI): The makers of 'War 2' have finally released the first single from the movie, and it's none other than a romantic song featuring Kiara Advani and Hrithik Roshan's heartfelt chemistry. The song is titled...

Global South Media Alliance Launched In Caracas To Counter 'Western Narratives' - Dailynewsegypt
(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) CARACAS – Delegates from some 50 countries have launched a“Journalists' Alliance for Communication of the Global South” at a forum in Caracas, aimed at countering what they described as Western media dominance and...
Russia's rumored jet-powered versions of the Iranian Shahed are appearing in Ukraine's air defense reports
More signs are emerging that Russia is launching a new exploding drone said to fly much faster than its current Shaheds. Ukraine's Air Force Command reported on Wednesday that it had encountered jet-powered attack drones while defending its...

Iran posts $1.078 bln trade deficit in 4 months to late July
The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA)'s figure indictaed that Iran’s non-oil exports had reached $16.549 billion in the four months to late July, while imports into the country topped $17.627 billion over the period. The...

Iranian president arrives on August 2
ISLAMABAD - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will be visiting Pakistan on a two-day official visit on 2-3 August at the invitation of the prime minister of Pakistan. According to the new schedule, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian would...

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: THIS actor to play Pari's boyfriend role in Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay starrer?
THIS popular actor to play Pari's boyfriend role in Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay starrer Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. Here's what will happen. Ekta Kapoor's iconic and popular show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is back with its new season,...

World News | US, European Allies Condemn Iran's Threats on Foreign Soil, Call for End to 'illegal Activities'
Washington [US], August 1 (ANI): The United States and 13 allied nations have strongly condemned what they called a growing number of "state threats" and illegal activities by Iranian intelligence agencies in Europe and North America. In a joint...

Iran denounces US sanctions against energy, oil sectors
In a statement on Thursday, Esmaeil Baghaei issued a strong rebuke after the US imposed new sanctions targeting individuals, organizations, and vessels connected to Iran’s energy and oil sectors. Earlier, the US State Department announced...

US and 13 of its allies condemn Iranian intelligence threats
The State Department on Thursday issued a joint statement with the leaders of 13 of the United States' closest allies, including the United Kingdom, condemning a recent surge in threats believed to be plotted by Iranian intelligence agencies. The...

Iran Update, July 30, 2025
The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute and the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) publish the Iran Update, which provides insights into Iranian and Iranian-sponsored activities that undermine regional stability...