Popular content creator Ramit Verma, known online as "PeeingHuman", revealed his face for the first time in 11 years after suffering a head injury during the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) protest in Delhi. Videos shared online showed Verma bleeding from his head following the clash. He alleged that he was struck by police during the "Chalo Sansad" march. Despite his injuries, Verma later returned to the protest site and spoke about the incident. The protest, organised over the alleged NEET exam irregularities, turned violent after police dispersed demonstrators using tear gas and batons. (PC: HT)

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told ministers his government would focus on reducing the cost of living during his first Cabinet meeting on Tuesday. He announced that VAT on household electricity bills will be scrapped from October, saving a typical household about £45 a year. The government said the measure will be funded by ending the proposed digital ID scheme. Opposition parties welcomed lower energy bills but questioned how the policy would be financed. Burnham also promised that future policies would be fully funded, saying the government would clearly explain how every major spending decision would be paid for. (PC: BBC)

The United States launched a fresh round of airstrikes on Iran, targeting military command centres, missile sites, drone launch facilities and air defence systems, according to US Central Command. The strikes came after President Donald Trump vowed retaliation for the deaths of 3 American soldiers in attacks linked to Iran. Tehran said it responded by targeting oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz and US-linked military assets in Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian described the conflict as a “full-scale war” with the US, while both sides reportedly continued indirect diplomatic contacts through intermediaries.

Mediators have proposed a 10-day halt in fighting between the US and Iran and urged both sides to revive an earlier ceasefire deal. Iran confirmed that diplomatic talks through mediators were continuing despite ongoing US strikes. “The diplomatic apparatus has been active in recent days,” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said. On Monday, the US carried out fresh strikes in Iran's Bushehr city. Iran responded with attacks in Bahrain and Kuwait. Tehran also said it would not allow the Strait of Hormuz to be used to threaten its security. The conflict has raised fears of a wider regional war. (PC: AFP)

The conflict between the US and Iran continued to grow on Monday. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran was in a “full-scale war” with the US. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed they attacked US military targets in the region after fresh US strikes. The US also identified two soldiers killed in Jordan as 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19. Bahrain said Iranian drones targeted its air navigation systems, while Kuwait also reported attacks. A ship was hit near the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices briefly rose as concerns over regional security increased. (PC: AFP)

Andy Burnham has become the United Kingdom's new prime minister after Keir Starmer formally resigned during an audience with King Charles at Buckingham Palace on Monday. Burnham arrived at the palace shortly after Starmer's departure, where the King invited him to form a new government, following long-standing constitutional tradition. Earlier, Starmer delivered his final speech outside 10 Downing Street, saying he was leaving office with "good grace" and expressing pride in his government's achievements. He also wished Burnham success and offered his full support. Burnham is expected to announce his Cabinet and outline his government's priorities later today. (PC: BBC)

US President Donald Trump said American forces struck Iran "very hard" in retaliation for recent attacks that killed 3 US soldiers in Jordan and Iraq. The US carried out a ninth consecutive night of strikes, targeting military sites and communications networks, saying the operation aimed to weaken Iran's ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reported explosions in several cities and claimed it launched retaliatory attacks in Syria while targeting US aircraft in Jordan. Tehran also warned that the Strait of Hormuz would remain unsafe if US military operations continue, raising fears of wider regional escalation. (PC: BBC)

Andy Burnham is set to become the United Kingdom's new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer after winning the Labour Party leadership. Starmer will deliver his farewell speech before both leaders meet King Charles at Buckingham Palace, after which Burnham will officially take office. In his first address outside 10 Downing Street, Burnham is expected to promise "more breathing room" for Britain and call for a more stable and responsible style of politics. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch wished him success but questioned his plans. Burnham will become the UK's fifth prime minister in the past 4 years. (PC: BBC)

US President Donald Trump and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez briefly met in the VIP section during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, marking their first public encounter after months of tensions over NATO defence spending and US foreign policy. Relations had recently improved after Trump praised Spain's increased defence commitments following the NATO summit in Ankara. Before kickoff, Sanchez said only the trophy winners mattered, while Trump backed Argentina, calling Javier Milei a friend and saying "It's hard to bet against Messi." Spain later defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time through Ferran Torres' decisive 106th-minute winner.

Iran struck Kuwait's Al-Subiya power generation and water desalination plant on Sunday, triggering a massive fire, as the US launched its ninth consecutive night of airstrikes on Iranian targets. Videos showed thick black smoke rising from the facility while Kuwait's armed forces said they intercepted hostile missiles and drones across the country's airspace. Defence spokesperson Major General Saud Abdulaziz Al-Otaibi accused Iran of targeting civilian and vital infrastructure, causing extensive damage. US CENTCOM said the strikes aim to degrade Iranian military capabilities threatening commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump said the latest operation honoured recently killed US service members. Regional tensions continue escalating despite June's provisional ceasefire framework.