Israelis and Palestinians explore a Gaza truce with potential hostage releases. Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz discussed a possible deal with US officials, though diplomats expect limited progress involving a short ceasefire and some hostages. US official Jake Sullivan visits regional leaders for talks, while Trump warns Hamas of consequences if hostages remain captive after […]
Syria’s new PM assured minority rights under the Islamist-led alliance that ousted Bashar al-Assad after decades of oppressive rule. HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa vowed justice for victims, pledging no pardons for torturers and urging countries to extradite fugitives for trial, while encouraging refugees to return to rebuild Syria.
The Union Cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is scheduled to be held today. Reports suggest that several key issues will be discussed during the meeting, including funding for various projects and schemes. There is also speculation that the proposal for ‘One Nation – One Poll’ might receive approval during this meeting.
US and European stocks mostly rose Wednesday as inflation data supported expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut next week. Nasdaq surged 2% to close above 20,000 for the first time. European indices gained ahead of the ECB’s Thursday rate decision, while France braces for a new PM announcement. Zalando shares fell over 4% after […]
BI Director Chris Wray declared he would step down early next year after Trump signaled his plan to dismiss the top official and replace him with firebrand Kash Patel. Trump has now removed two FBI directors in a row. During his 1st term in office, Trump fired Wray’s predecessor James Comey because he became angry […]
The Central govt gave a good news to the delivery workers, and it will soon introduce a new scheme for social security for platform workers. With this, gig workers will be provided with facilities like pension and health insurance. While there are about 70 lakh workers across the country but their number is expected to […]
Donald Trump is set to ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, the same day he is expected to be named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year”. The ringing of the bell signifies the start or closing of trading day at the world’s largest stock exchange and is considered an […]
The Supreme Court will hear the petition filed by the previous YSRCP government on Amaravati capital on Thursday. In the past, the AP High Court had given a clear verdict that Amaravati is the only capital of AP. The NDA government has filed an affidavit that it is bound by the High Court verdict during […]
The Delhi govt has issued key orders to sale liquor only to those above 25 years of age. It has issued a warning to club, bar and restaurant operators to make sales only after checking their age in Aadhaar card and voter IDs. It said that only physical IDs should be checked and virtual IDs […]
The Charminar in Hyderabad was commissioned by Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, in 1591. The monument was built to commemorate the founding of the city of Hyderabad and to celebrate the end of a plague. It is an iconic symbol of the city, known for its stunning architecture […]
PM Narendra Modi emphasized India’s strategic location in the Indian Ocean and its rich legacy in trade and cultural exchange, positioning the country as a future global maritime hub. In his message for the India Maritime Heritage Conclave, he expressed confidence that discussions would help India build a strong maritime framework and emerge as a […]
Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced the schedule for the state’s 10th-grade and Intermediate exams. The 10th-grade exams will be held from March 17-31, while Intermediate exams begin on March 1. First-year exams run from March 1-19, second-year from March 3-20. Ethics and Human Values exam is on February 1, and Environmental Education on […]
Andesri questioned the tradition of crowning mothers, emphasizing that crowns are meant for divine figures in temples, not human mothers. He said, “Show me one mother on earth who wears a crown. If a crown is placed, she becomes a goddess in temples, not the mother who nurtures us with a human form.” His remarks […]
A large fire broke out at a banquet hall in Shastri Park, Delhi, on Wednesday evening. Fire tenders quickly arrived at the scene. According to witnesses, a nearby garbage house, frequented by intoxicated individuals, sparked the blaze, which spread to the hall’s gate. Thankfully, no casualties were reported. Authorities, including the fire department and Delhi […]
Actor Allu Arjun has approached the Telangana High Court to seek the dismissal of a case filed against him in connection with the Sandhya Theatre incident at RTC Cross Roads, Hyderabad. The incident occurred during the benefit show of “Pushpa-2,” leading to a fatal stampede. Allu Arjun requests the court to quash the case registered […]