Voting is underway for the third phase of India’s general election.
Around 188 million people are eligible to vote in the latest round, which covers 117 constituencies in 15 states and federally-controlled territories.
Among the star candidates are BJP chief Amit Shah, who is contesting from Gujarat's Gandhinagar and Congress chief Rahul Gandhi from Kerala's Wayanad.
It's the largest phase of the election, which began on April 11 and will end on May 19. Votes will be counted on May 23.
Drone attack hits hotel in Baghdad Green Zone
Iraq's interior ministry said on Monday that a drone hit a hotel in Baghdad without causing casualties or material damages.
US allies rebuff Trump's request for support in Strait of Hormuz
Several U.S. allies said on Monday they had no immediate plans to send ships to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, rebuffing a request by President Donald Trump for military support to keep the vital waterway open.
Pakistan-bound oil tanker passes through Hormuz Strait amid Iran war
Ship-tracking data shows a Pakistan-bound oil tanker passing through the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend, indicating that some countries are able to negotiate safe passage for their vessels despite the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
Iranian women's soccer team begin journey home after players decline asylum
The Iranian women's soccer team began making their way home from Malaysia on Monday, after five of its players withdrew their claims for asylum in Australia.
Israel says it has plans for at least three weeks of war as airstrikes pound Iran
Israel said on Monday it has detailed plans for at least three more weeks of war as its military countinued to pound sites across Iran.
Authorities in the UAE have announced the extension of distance learning for two weeks for nurseries, public and private schools, and higher education institutions.
A fire that broke out at the Shah gas field following a drone attack is now under control, with no injuries reported.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein of Jordan.
