Jay Clayton will officially take charge as the United States Director of National Intelligence (DNI) on Monday after receiving Senate confirmation earlier this week, bringing an end to Bill Pulte’s two-month tenure as acting intelligence chief. The leadership transition follows discussions between President Donald Trump, Pulte and Clayton, according to statements shared by Pulte on Saturday.
Russia Launches Deadly Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine as Zelensky Urges More Patriot Air Defenses
At least nine people were killed and 30 others injured, including four children, after Russia launched a large-scale overnight missile and drone assault targeting Kyiv and several other regions of Ukraine. Following the attack, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky renewed his appeal to Western allies for additional Patriot air defense missiles, warning that the country’s shortage of anti-ballistic interceptors is leaving civilians increasingly vulnerable.
Arman Tsarukyan vs Ankit Baiyanpuria Grappling Match Set for Hype Fighting Event in Armenia
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan is set to compete in a submission-only grappling match against Indian fitness influencer Ankit Baiyanpuria at the upcoming Hype Fighting event in Yerevan, Armenia. The contest is scheduled for August 1, 2026, at Tashir Arena and will headline the latest event organised by Hype Fighting.
Nadda Reviews NEET-PG 2026 Preparations, Warns Aspirants Against Paper Leak Rumours
New Delhi: Union Health Minister J P Nadda on Saturday reviewed the preparations for the NEET-PG 2026 examination, directing all agencies involved to ensure the entrance test is conducted in a secure, transparent and technology-driven manner. He also cautioned candidates against believing rumours or fraudulent claims related to question paper leaks, urging them to rely only on official information issued by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Trump Threatens to Revive Settlement Fund as Attorney General Nomination Faces Senate Uncertainty
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Saturday warned that he could move ahead with an “Anti-Weaponization Fund” and keep acting Attorney General Todd Blanche in his current position if two Republican senators continue to oppose Blanche’s nomination for attorney general. The development has added fresh uncertainty to a Senate confirmation process that had been expected to move forward next week.
Heavy Rain Claims Four Lives in Kerala as Landslides, Wall Collapse and Power Disruptions Hit Several Districts
Torrential rainfall continued to batter several parts of Kerala on Saturday, claiming four lives and causing widespread damage to infrastructure, roads and residential areas. The intense overnight rainfall triggered landslides, debris flows and the collapse of a retaining wall in Malappuram district, prompting authorities to step up emergency response measures across the affected regions.




