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Trump administration officials were contacted by the Indian Embassy on May 10 regarding media coverage of the India-Pak conflict. The outreach included White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and NSC official Ricky Gill. India continues to reject US mediation claims despite repeated statements by Trump.
Cyber Security Bureau intensified action against child pornography. Systems detect browsing or sharing abusive content involving minors. Last year, monitoring led to 854 cases and 376 arrests. Authorities run IP surveillance to curb online abuse, protect children, ensure safety, prevention, strict enforcement, accountability, vigilance, nationwide.
The Budget Session of Parliament is scheduled to commence on January 31, with President Murmu set to address both Houses on the opening day. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Budget for 2026-27 on February 1. The NDA govt is also expected to see the introduction of the proposed ‘One Nation-One Poll’ bill, […]
The Mysuru District Court received a bomb threat via email today, prompting authorities to evacuate the premises as a precaution. Judicial officers, lawyers, litigants, and staff were moved out, and court proceedings were temporarily halted. A bomb disposal squad was rushed to the spot and carried out a thorough search of the court complex, police […]
The Madras High Court dismissed a petition on the Thiruparankundram Deepa Thoon dispute, upholding Justice GR Swaminathan’s earlier verdict. The Division Bench noted the government must maintain public peace without political bias. The court clarified the Deepathur is on Devasthanam land, not the nearby Dargah. A related case remains pending in the Supreme Court.
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Delhi’s Sir Ganga Ram Hospital on Monday evening, sources said today. She is doing well and under observation by a chest physician. The 79-year-old, who suffers from chronic cough, routinely visits for check-ups, especially due to city pollution, hospital sources added, describing the admission as precautionary.
A fresh encounter broke out in Delhi’s Dwarka area this morning, resulting in the arrest of 2 shooters involved in a firing incident. The exchange took place in Aya Nagar, where as many as 69 rounds were fired. Both accused sustained gunshot injuries to their legs. The operation was conducted by the Delhi Police Crime […]
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck western Japan, centered in eastern Shimane Prefecture, the Meteorological Agency reported. Authorities confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued. The tremor was felt across the region, prompting residents to stay alert while emergency services monitored the situation and assessed potential damage or disruptions caused by the quake.
Venezuela’s Vice President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as interim president after US forces deposed Nicolas Maduro, who appeared in a New York court on drug charges. Sworn in by her brother Jorge, 283 lawmakers also took office, mostly ruling party members, while key opposition factions, including Machado’s, boycotted the ceremony.
The Maharashtra government has formed an SIT to investigate suspected irregularities after nearly 27,000 birth and death registrations were recorded in a village of just 1,300 people. The anomaly has raised fraud concerns over the CRS system. A criminal case has been filed, with field checks, IP log analysis and questioning ordered to identify those […]
Maha Aryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, suffered a muscular chest injury after hitting a car sunroof during a roadshow in Shivpuri. He later developed pain and was hospitalised briefly. Tests showed no serious injury and his condition is stable. His Chanderi visit was cancelled amid heavy crowding at the hospital premises.
Former world billiards champion and chief national coach Manoj Kothari died Monday after a cardiac arrest in Tirunelveli. He was 67. A 1990 IBSF world champion and 1997 world doubles winner, Kothari later coached India for over a decade, mentoring generations, including son Sourav. A Dhyan Chand Awardee, he is survived by his wife, son […]
One in three Americans approve the US strike that toppled Venezuela’s president, while 72% fear deeper involvement, a poll found. Republicans strongly back the action at 65%, versus 11% of Democrats. US forces captured Nicolas Maduro in Caracas. Trump’s approval climbed to 42% in the nationwide survey of 1,248 adults, conducted online nationwide Monday.
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami and his brother have been summoned by the Election Commission for a Special Intensive Revision hearing in West Bengal. Shami may skip the appearance due to Vijay Hazare Trophy commitments. The ECI also summoned TMC MP Deepak Adhikari and family, drawing criticism from the ruling party over the SIR process.
ONGC responded to the gas leak incident in Malikipuram, Konaseema, where flames erupted from a gas well. The company said the well spans 600 meters and is located in an uninhabited area. Advanced equipment is being used to control the fire, and ONGC is coordinating with international experts to bring the situation under control safely.