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Meta apologises for removing Narendra Modi's Facebook video
Meta has apologised after a Facebook video featuring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was temporarily removed from the platform, saying the incident was caused by a technical error. A Meta spokesperson confirmed in a statement that the video had been mistakenly taken down and was later restored after the issue was identified and resolved.
One killed in shooting near Mexico's Presidential Palace
A man was killed and two others were injured in a shooting near Mexico's Presidential Palace and the historic Zócalo public square in Mexico City, authorities said. The attack took place on Monday local time.
US-Iran holding 'friendly' talks, says Trump
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States and Iran are engaged in "friendly" talks and that there is a good chance of reaching an agreement to ease tensions between the two countries.
Global oil prices fall to more than one-week low
Global oil prices fell sharply on Monday (July 27), settling at their lowest levels in more than a week amid a broad sell-off in the international energy market.
'Punch' turns one, fans send thousands of birthday cards
Punch, the tiny Japanese macaque who captured the hearts of millions worldwide by clinging to an orange toy orangutan, has completed his first year of life. Thousands of birthday greetings have poured in from around the world ahead of his first birthday on Sunday.
CJP threatens fresh protests over unkept promises
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has threatened to launch fresh, stringent protests from Tuesday if the government fails to release detained protesters as promised, despite assurances that no legal action would be taken against those who took part in the weeks-long demonstrations across India.
Dharmendra Pradhan receives warm welcome in Parliament after resignation
Dharmendra Pradhan received a warm reception from party leaders and activists when he arrived in Parliament for the first time after resigning as India's Education Minister. Upon arriving at the Parliament building on Monday, he was greeted by several MPs from the BJP and NDA alliance. As he stepped out of his car, he accepted the greetings of all present, with the Parliament premises echoing with slogans of "Dharmendra Pradhan Zindabad." Some MPs honoured him with garlands, traditional caps and shawls.
Asim Munir takes direct control of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal
A major structural overhaul has taken place in Pakistan's military. The country's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has now taken direct control of the nuclear arsenal, handing over the responsibility of overseeing the weapons to a highly trusted officer. Through a constitutional amendment, the newly formed National Strategic Command (NSC) has been entrusted with this responsibility, which was previously under the civilian National Command Authority (NCA).
Netanyahu to attend UNGA in New York despite Mamdani's arrest threat
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he will travel to New York to attend the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dismissing earlier threats by New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to have him arrested.
Five climbers die after severe weather traps expedition on Russia's Mount Elbrus
Five foreign climbers have been found dead on Mount Elbrus, Russia's highest mountain and Europe's tallest peak, after severe weather struck during their ascent.