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Qarsoq Hoegh-Dam of Greenland’s pro-independence Naleraq party won one of the island’s two Danish parliament seats, advocating rapid separation from Denmark. The second seat went to Naaja Nathanielsen of IA. Voters emphasized self-rule in the mineral-rich territory, historically a Danish colony, now autonomous since 2009, amid US interest.
Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, warned that an unnamed regional state may plan to occupy an Iranian island, possibly Kharg Island, critical for oil exports. He vowed retaliation if attacked. The alert comes as Donald Trump moves troops and Marines to the Gulf amid speculation of a possible invasion to secure oil or the […]
At least 16 people died, and several remain missing after a bus fell into the Padma River at Rajbari, Bangladesh, while boarding a ferry. The Dhaka-bound bus carried about 40 passengers, including children. Salvage teams recovered 16 bodies, while fire service, coast guard, police, and military continue searches amid rough weather. Many victims were family […]
The London High Court rejected Nirav Modi’s petition to reopen his extradition to India over the ₹13,000-crore PNB scam. In UK prison since 2019, Modi cited potential ill-treatment under the Bhandari judgment. The court found no exceptional grounds, with CBI and Indian authorities ensuring assurances, reflecting sustained efforts to bring him to trial.
Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri will direct “Operation Sindoor,” co-produced with Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series. Based on Lt Gen KJS Dhillon’s book on India’s response to the April 2025 Pahalgam attack, the film emphasizes authentic storytelling through extensive military research. Both producers highlight its factual intensity. Further details are yet to be announced.
President Donald Trump will visit Beijing on May 14-15 for a rescheduled summit with Xi Jinping, the White House announced. The trip was postponed so Trump could focus on the US-Israeli war against Iran while pressing Tehran for a ceasefire. Officials suggest the conflict could end within four to six weeks, coinciding with his new China […]
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump will “unleash hell” if Iran doesn’t accept defeat, warning Tehran not to miscalculate. Talks continue, with a 4-6 week operation timeline. Iran rejected a US-backed 15-point ceasefire plan, insisting it will end the war only on its own terms, demanding recognition of its sovereignty and conditions.
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck Myanmar late Wednesday night, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 120 km. No immediate reports of damage or casualties have emerged. Authorities continue monitoring aftershocks, urging residents to stay alert and follow safety protocols in the affected regions.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah sparked debate by eating non-veg on Ugadi and Maha Shivratri, traditionally vegetarian festivals. He said dietary choices are personal and shouldn’t be dictated by customs. Emphasizing reason over superstition, Siddaramaiah stressed governance and personal life should reflect beliefs, sparking debates on tradition versus freedom.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated a nationwide scholarship initiative by the Malabar Charitable Trust, benefiting 33,000 school and college girls. Malabar dedicates 5% of profits to CSR, funding education and environment projects. Chairman MP Ahammed highlighted education as key to national development. The program will be executed by the trust.
EAM S. Jaishankar said India cannot be a “dalal nation” while addressing an all-party meet on Pakistan’s role in US-Iran talks. Reaffirming India’s stance against third-party mediation, he stressed strategic autonomy and sovereignty, asserting that India will not support or facilitate external intervention in global or regional conflicts.
Filmmaker Sanoj Mishra denied Monalisa Bhosle’s allegations of misconduct, calling them baseless and claiming conspiracies by jihadis. Monalisa accused Mishra of exploitation and interference in her personal life, alleging threats and coercion. Mishra directed her in The Diary of Manipur while tensions escalated amid public backlash and media scrutiny.
Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh met President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi to brief her on the evolving situation in the northeastern state. Singh emphasized the coordinated response underway, stressing that unity, harmony, and peace remain guiding principles. He described the meeting as an honor and shared updates via X.
The Yogi government has announced an additional holiday on March 27, extending “Ram Navami” celebrations to two days. March 26 was already a holiday. CM Yogi Adityanath approved the extension to accommodate the growing number of devotees visiting temples, ensuring convenience and honoring public and religious sentiments during the festival.
AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami announced the alliance seat-sharing ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly polls on April 23, with counting on May 4. BJP gets 27 seats, PMK 18, AMMK 11, TMC-M 5, IJK 2, TMMK 1, Puratchi Bharatham 1, and SIFB 1. The AIADMK will contest the remaining seats and release its welfare-focused […]