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Justice Surya Kant was sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India today, starting a 14-month tenure leading the country’s judiciary. The oath was administered by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He succeeds CJI Bhushan R. Gavai, who retired on Sunday after turning 65, marking a smooth and orderly transition at the judiciary’s […]
Ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia has fallen seriously ill. Her family members immediately rushed her to the hospital, where doctors diagnosed her with a heart infection. Khalida’s health condition is currently critical, and she is receiving treatment in the ICU. They said they couldn’t say anything even after 12 hrs. She served as the PM of […]
Marcos Jr. announced arrests and manhunts in a vast flood control graft scandal implicating legislators, engineers, and contractors. Testimony citing kickbacks and luxury assets has triggered protests and major resignations. Authorities vow global pursuit as they review thousands of projects and billions in funds possibly misused across two administrations.
Justice Surya Kant takes oath today as India’s 53rd Chief Justice. He will serve until Feb 2027. Born in Hisar, Haryana and he rose from a small-town lawyer to a top judge, delivering key rulings on sedition, elections, and gender justice. Known for major constitutional judgments, he has handled several high-profile cases during his Supreme […]
Gunmen attacked the Frontier Corps headquarters in Peshawar today. Security forces quickly returned fire after several attackers targeted the building. Nearby residents heard blasts, and officials later confirmed that two explosions had occurred. The area was sealed off as troops began an operation to stop the attackers. Casualty details are still awaited.
PM Modi returned to New Delhi this morning after his November 22-23 South Africa visit for the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. Leaders approved a 122-point declaration despite the US boycott, stressing development, climate goals and multilateral reforms. PM Modi also met Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, adopting a joint initiative to counter terror financing.
Chennai is expected to see more rain today, November 24, as the IMD issues a yellow alert, warning commuters of waterlogging and traffic delays. A low-pressure system over the Strait of Malacca, moving toward the Bay of Bengal, may develop into Cyclone Seynar, though IMD says it’s too early to confirm. Chennai may receive only […]
Chennai is expected to see more rain today, November 24, as the IMD issues a yellow alert, warning commuters of waterlogging and traffic delays. A low-pressure system over the Strait of Malacca, moving toward the Bay of Bengal, may develop into Cyclone Seynar, though IMD says it’s too early to confirm. Chennai may receive only […]
PM Modi met Canadian PM Mark Carney and agreed to deepen cooperation in defence and space, while boosting ties in trade, investment, technology and energy. Both sides will begin talks on a high-ambition CEPA to double bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. They reaffirmed civil nuclear cooperation and discussed long-term uranium supply arrangements.
NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed in a “Meet the Press” interview that he still believes Trump acted like a despot and fascist, despite their unexpectedly cordial White House meeting. Mamdani said disagreements won’t stop him from working for New Yorkers. Trump brushed aside the criticism and even encouraged Mamdani to acknowledge it openly.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro told authorities that medicine-induced “paranoia” caused him to violate his electronic ankle monitor, insisting he never intended to escape house arrest. He claimed he hallucinated a wire inside the device. His detention was ordered by SC Justice Alexandre de Moraes, and a custody judge upheld his arrest as lawful.
The Maoist Central Committee admitted 320 cadre deaths in 11 months, including senior leaders, exposing major losses amid intensified security action. Most casualties, 243, occurred in south Bastar’s Dandakaranya region. Blaming two “traitors” for mass surrenders, the booklet, police said, confirms the outfit’s deep crisis, internal fractures and rapid decline.
Israel hit a Beirut apartment building and killed a Hezbollah leader, along with four others, injuring many more. The strike targeted a key Hezbollah figure in a stronghold neighborhood, causing strong warnings from both sides. Israel says it will keep acting against threats, while Lebanon urges global pressure to stop the attacks. Tensions remain high.
After a 15-day break, Kerala will experience heavy rain with thunder, lightning, and strong winds today, November 24. Southern districts will see heavy rainfall, while central and northern regions get moderate to light showers. IMD issued a yellow alert for seven districts and warned Sabarimala of moderate to heavy rain. KSDMA advises caution.
The crash of an IAF Tejas fighter at the Dubai Air Show has sparked widespread online speculation, with many calling it a setback for India’s defense exports. An IAF team has arrived in Dubai to conduct a joint investigation with UAE authorities, and the probe starts today. No foul play has been found so far, […]