A Shimla consumer commission has ordered a lender to pay a borrower the market value of around 103 grams of pledged 22 carat gold, plus Rs 50,000 as compensation and costs. It found the lender did not follow RBI rules on consent and notice for surprise verification of pledged gold.

Amenhotep III's tomb has been reopened to the public after undergoing significant restoration in Egypt. Initially unearthed during Napoleon’s expedition in 1799 and thoroughly excavated in 1915, the tomb still showcases remarkable wall paintings and hieroglyphs, despite extensive looting. Amenhotep III, who ruled for an impressive 38 years, was responsible for erecting numerous grand monuments. His mummy is currently housed at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation in Cairo.

China said on Monday that the countermeasures it announced against a Paraguayan minister and a Belizean minister were taken "to punish them and warn others," citing their Taiwan-related activities that Beijing says seriously interfered in its internal affairs.

Taiwan’s defence ministry plans to allow military pilots to serve until the age of 58 as it grapples with the prospect of “having fighter jets but no pilots”. The proposed retention scheme comes as the island’s air force prepares to form operational squadrons around 66 new F-16V Block 70 fighters ordered from the United States, adding pressure to an already stretched pool of experienced pilots. Under the plan, pilots could serve until they turn 58 – up from about 48 for lieutenant colonels and...

Control of the US Senate will hinge on a small group of closely watched races, with Democrats defending seats in Georgia, Michigan and New Hampshire while targeting Republican-held contests in Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, Alaska, Iowa, Texas and Kansas. Democrats need a net gain of four seats for a 51-49 majority, making breakthroughs in several states Trump carried in 2024 crucial to their chances.

Alexander Dobrindt emphasized the need for enhanced intelligence capabilities to address emerging threats facing Germany. He believes the current 'shadow war' surpasses the intensity of the Cold War. The German government is reviewing a reform bill to empower its intelligence agencies. This bill arises from concerns following a recent failed attack linked to Russia. Officials assert that Germany must not lag behind in intelligence development amidst these challenges.

The Delhi High Court sought the city police's stand on a plea by activist Natasha Narwal seeking permission to travel to the United Kindom for an academic conference. The plea follows Narwal's bail in connection to 2020 northeast Delhi riots. Her counsel sought an speedy decision to apply for her visa release, release her passport and purchase tickets.