Ryan Routh accused of plotting to assassinate Donald Trump, wrote a disturbing letter months prior, revealing his intentions. Arrested near Trump International Golf Course on Sept 15, Routh reportedly had a rifle and left behind a box containing ammunition and letters. In the letter, he expressed regret for failing in the assassination attempt and offered […]
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy expressed optimism about nearing the end of the war with Russia. He urged continued support from Washington and allies, emphasizing that Ukraine can only push Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war from a strong position. The conflict, which began in February 2022, has caused widespread devastation and loss.
In a meeting in New York, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy underscored the importance of a ceasefire in Ukraine. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for India’s peace efforts and PM Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine. This marked their third meeting in three months, highlighting positive momentum in bilateral relations and a commitment to […]
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his G4 counterparts from Brazil, Germany, and Japan in New York on Monday, reaffirming their commitment to urgent reforms of the United Nations Security Council through text-based negotiations. The meeting, held during the 79th UN General Assembly session, underscored the G4’s mutual support for permanent seats on the […]
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visited Indrakiladri Hill in Vijayawada on Tuesday to offer special prayers to Goddess Kanakadurga. The Jana Sena chief made the visit following the recent contamination of Tirumala laddus. It is known that Pawan has recently begun his spiritual initiation. The ‘Kanakadurga’ is a powerful representation of the goddess, symbolizing strength […]
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck near Japan’s Izu Islands today, prompting a tsunami warning. A one-meter tsunami was expected at the Izu Islands by 8:30 am and at the Ogasawara Islands by 9:00 am. Residents reported not feeling the earthquake. Japan experiences about 1,500 earthquakes annually, mostly minor, with impacts minimized by advanced building techniques and […]
Phoenix, Arizona, US, has recorded a staggering 113 consecutive days over 100°F (38°C), leading to hundreds of heat-related deaths and increased wildfire acreage across the state. This summer broke the previous record by nearly two degrees, marking the hottest ever for the city. Officials report 256 confirmed heat deaths and 393 suspected cases, significantly impacting […]
A mysterious 18th-century necklace featuring around 500 diamonds, some believed to be linked to Marie Antoinette, will be auctioned by Sotheby’s on November 11 in Geneva. With online bidding starting on October 25, the necklace is expected to fetch $1.8 to $2.8 million. Previously owned by the Marquesses of Anglesey, it will make its first […]
The Kaleswaram Commission’s public inquiry is ongoing, with engineers and accounting officers set to be questioned starting Tuesday. The investigation will last for five days, during which more than 40 engineers are expected to be interrogated. Reports indicate that the commission will also look into the project engineers from Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted a law mandating schools to limit or ban smartphone usage, recognizing the mental health risks associated with excessive use. 13 states have also implemented similar restrictions. The bill requires school boards to establish policies on smartphone use by July 1, 2026, reflecting concerns over adolescents’ mental well-being related to […]
The Delhi Police’s crime branch has summoned Ashok Gehlot’s former OSD, Lokesh Sharma, for questioning in a phone-tapping case filed by Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. Sharma claims Gehlot provided him the controversial clip about toppling the Congress government in 2020, marking a shift from his earlier statement. Sharma is set to appear on September […]
PM Modi concluded his “successful and substantial” three-day US visit on Monday, attending the Quad Leaders’ meeting and addressing the UN General Assembly’s Summit of the Future, and departs for India. He held bilateral talks with Japan’s and Australia’s leaders, focusing on deepening ties and enhancing Indo-Pacific stability. PM Modi’s visit included ...
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will visit the Goddess Kanakadurga temple located on Indrakiladri Hill in Vijayawada on Tuesday. The Jana Sena chief plans to participate in a purification program after the contamination of Tirumala laddus. Pawan, who has begun his spiritual initiation, will maintain this practice for 11 days. On October 1, he will […]
The Central Government has implemented strict measures to control the rising onion prices across the country. As part of these efforts, the NDA government has decided to sell 4.7 lakh tons of onions at wholesale prices in major cities. Additionally, Consumer Affairs Secretary Nidhi Khare announced that the Center plans to sell onions at ₹35 […]
Kharif crop sowing in India has exceeded 1,104 lakh hectares, with notable increases in paddy, coarse cereals, oilseeds, and sugarcane. Paddy coverage reached 413 lakh hectares, surpassing last year’s figures. Improved monsoon conditions have aided sowing. Horticulture production is projected at 353.19 million tonnes for 2023-24, supported by a ₹1.52 lakh crore budget outlay.