Heavy rainfall leads to severe flooding in Kolkata, resulting in at least 12 deaths and major disruptions ahead of Durga Puja festival.

An Indian court dismissed X's (formerly Twitter) petition against new content removal laws, emphasizing platforms must follow local laws.

Indian stocks remain steady as foreign investors pull funds and new U.S. visa fees raise concerns for IT companies.

Ladakh faces curfew after protests over statehood demands turn violent, resulting in four deaths and over 80 injuries. Security forces patrol streets.

Kuwait faces a growing housing crisis with over 105,000 requests pending. The government is now involving private companies to build new homes.

Oil prices fell slightly on Thursday after reaching a seven-week high, as traders took profits amid concerns over supply and demand.

The EBRD raises its 2025 growth forecast to 3.1% but warns of challenges ahead, including high debt, inflation, and trade tensions.

Ukraine and Syria have restored diplomatic relations after Assad's removal, with Ukraine offering support for Syria's stability and reduced Russian influence.

Spain's PM announces deployment of a warship to safeguard the Global Sumud Flotilla delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, after drone attacks.

Turkey's main opposition party, CHP, re-elects Ozgur Celik as Istanbul head after court ruling removed him, amid ongoing legal challenges.

Israeli PM Netanyahu declares that recent Western recognitions of a Palestinian state will not influence Israel's stance on the matter.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tells the UN that Iran will never seek to build a nuclear bomb, amid rising tensions and potential sanctions.