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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump could meet in person with Russian President Vladimir Putin as soon as next week as he seeks to broker an end to the Russia-Ukraine war, a White House official said Wednesday.The official cautioned that a meeting has not been scheduled yet and no location has been determined. The official was not authorized to speak publicly and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to discuss internal plans. The White House said Trump was also open to a meeting with both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.A meeting between Putin and Trump would…

SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — Bosnia’s electoral authorities on Wednesday stripped separatist Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik from his position as president of the Serb entity in Bosnia, following an appeals court verdict that sentences him to one year in jail and six years ban on all political activities.The Central Electoral Commission said that Dodik has the right to appeal, with an early presidential election to be held 90 days after the decision. The last Bosnian Serb presidential vote was held in 2022.Dodik’s lawyers have announced that they will seek a temporary measure postponing the implementation of the verdict, and announced…

Your morning sets the pace for your entire day, especially if you’re aiming to lose weight. One of the most overlooked but crucial elements of a successful weight loss journey is what you put in your mouth right after waking up. Forget skipping breakfast or diving straight into coffee. Your body has been fasting overnight, and what you eat first thing either wakes up your metabolism—or puts it back to sleep. Let’s dive into the science and suggestions behind the best foods to eat early morning for fat loss and overall energy. Why Morning Diet Matters for Weight Loss After…

Amid uncertainty surrounding the Indian Super League, Bengaluru FC has stopped paying its players and staff, pointing to operational difficulties and the absence of clear direction.Bengaluru FC, one of the most prominent clubs in Indian football and the 2018-19 Indian Super League (ISL) champions, has taken the drastic step of suspending salaries for players and staff indefinitely. The club attributed its tough decision to the ongoing uncertainty about the ISL’s future and the overall trajectory of Indian football.The development comes ahead of a crucial meeting scheduled in New Delhi on Thursday, where the All India Football Federation (AIFF) will meet…

Two nationals of China have been arrested in the United States for smuggling top-of-the-range artificial intelligence (AI) chips valued at millions of dollars to China. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) disclosed the arrests on Tuesday, 5th August (local time), stating that the suspects illegally exported controlled technology without the required government licenses. According to a press release issued by the US Department of Justice, the accused, Chuan Geng and Shiwei Yang, were running a California-based company called ALX Solutions. Over the past three years, the company sent advance GPUs like Nvidia’s H100 and GeForce RTX 4090 from the US…

The Bengaluru city police last week registered a case against unidentified people for allegedly posting threatening and intimidating content on social media platforms in the name of rowdy sheeter and notorious gangster J Nagaraj alias Wilson Garden Naga. The posts allegedly contained content showing weapons, threatening imagery, and used movie dialogues and songs to project Naga’s criminal persona. Anand DS, a police constable who monitors social media accounts, stated in his complaint that several videos posted on Instagram promoted violence and provocation to disturb law and order. “The social media posts were creating fear and intimidation in society. We have…

SrinagarAug 6, 2025 13:51 IST First published on: Aug 6, 2025 at 13:51 IST Share When Satya Pal Malik was appointed the Jammu and Kashmir Governor in August 2018, he was the first politician to hold the post in the erstwhile state in over five decades. From 1967 till Malik’s appointment, the Centre-appointed Governors were either bureaucrats or armed forces and intelligence officers. Malik passed away in Delhi on Tuesday at the age of 79. Malik’s appointment as Governor — he succeeded the suave but astute bureaucrat N N Vohra — was seen in the Valley as the Centre’s “realisation”…

CM Siddaramaiah highlights infrastructure push and Karnataka’s tech leadership during the inauguration of SAP Labs India’s 41-acre campus near Bengaluru airport.Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the government is expediting the completion of the Bengaluru Airport Metro and aims to introduce suburban rail services by 2029.The remarks were made during the inauguration of SAP Labs India’s expansive Innovation Park in Devanahalli, a facility that signifies Karnataka’s growing stature as a global technology hub.Siddaramaiah noted that the metro line project, originally initiated during his earlier term in 2017, is now being expedited to meet the mobility needs of Bengaluru’s rapidly growing…

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announced its 22-member preliminary squad for the upcoming ACC T20 Asia Cup 2025 on August 5. Rashid Khan will continue to lead the national side in T20 internationals, despite some concerns about his recent form after missing the 2025 edition of Major League Cricket (MLC). “Rashid Khan is Afghanistan’s superstar player. He has always done it for the team. Being in form or out of form, that’s a part of game but he knows very well how to come back stronger and perform in major events for the team and the country,” said Mir Mubariz,…

Do you often feel tired, sluggish, or low on stamina during the day? Your diet might be missing key nutrients that support sustained energy. Instead of relying on caffeine or sugar for a quick fix, it’s better to nourish your body with whole foods that offer long-lasting fuel. From nuts to complex carbs, nature has everything your body needs to stay energised. Here are six powerful energy-boosting foods that you should start including in your daily meals:- 1. Bananas Bananas are rich in carbohydrates, potassium, and vitamin B6—all of which help increase energy levels. They’re easy to digest and provide…