US negotiators met Russian officials in Florida to advance talks on ending Russia’s war in Ukraine there. The meeting followed US discussions with Ukrainian and European officials on security guarantees for Kyiv earlier this week. The Russian envoy said talks were constructive and continue, though Moscow’s acceptance remains uncertain going forward.
Notices have been issued to companies whose medicine samples failed quality tests, instructing them to recall their stock, said Himachal Pradesh State Drug Controller Manish Kapoor. Out of 200 samples tested nationwide, 47 from the state, including fever, heart, and diabetes medicines, failed. The affected batches came from the Solan and Una districts.
The BJP accused West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee of engaging in communal politics, alleging she wants to incite riots ahead of next year’s assembly polls. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia criticized Banerjee’s silence over MLA Madan Mitra’s remarks on Lord Ram and alleged she instructed TMC leaders to make communal statements.
A Portuguese tourist in Thailand bravely confronted an Indian man who behaved inappropriately on a beach. She stopped him immediately and firmly warned him not to touch her, after which he left. The viral video sparked online discussions, with netizens criticizing such behavior and expressing concerns over its negative impact on the country’s reputation.
Congress chief Sonia Gandhi accused the government of “bulldozing” MGNREGA by passing the VB-G RAM G Bill. She said the law altered the scheme’s structure, removed Mahatma Gandhi’s name, and ignored consultation. She criticized the Centre for undermining rural workers’ rights under MGNREGA’s original framework.
The central government has issued 75 notices to food businesses for wrongly using the term ORS on drink labels. Health authorities found these products do not meet official ORS standards. The government ordered companies to remove such labels and asked states to take strict action, saying it will continue stopping practices that mislead consumers.
The US conducted air and artillery strikes across central Syria in response to a December 13 attack that killed two soldiers and a civilian. At least five Islamic State members, including a drone cell leader, were killed in Deir Ezzor, Syrian monitors said. The strikes targeted IS cells in Homs, Deir Ezzor, and Raqa without […]
PM Modi criticized Mamata Banerjee’s TMC govt, alleging it opposes Special Intensive Revision to protect infiltrators and fosters corruption, nepotism, and appeasement. Addressing a rally in Nadia, he said Bihar’s election results pave the way for BJP’s victory in West Bengal. Modi urged voters to support BJP for development across the state.
The ED questioned Jai Anmol Ambani in connection with a money laundering probe linked to an alleged bank loan fraud. Officials said the questioning marked the second consecutive day of examination by the central agency. His statements were first recorded yesterday under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, and questioning continued today.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said many young Americans are unprepared for military service at the Pentagon Recruiting Excellence Forum. He clarified they are not unintelligent but face education gaps, personal struggles, or similar factors. These challenges significantly reduce the pool of eligible recruits nationwide, across the US today.
Hyderabad lawyers and social activists filed a complaint against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar with Balapur police for allegedly pulling a Muslim doctor’s hijab during a program. They called it disrespectful and sexual harassment, urging action under relevant laws. The victim reportedly moved out of Bihar due to severe mental trauma.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav will inaugurate the Bhopal Metro operations today at 5pm. The Orange Line’s initial 7 km stretch, covering eight stations from Subhash Nagar to AIIMS, aims to reduce traffic and pollution. Fares start at Rs 20, Rs 30 for 3–4 stations, and Rs 40 for 5–8 stations. The full metro will […]
A young man in Chang’an, China, is addicted to video games. He rented a room in a hotel and stayed in the room for two years without coming out. When he recently vacated his room, the cleaning staff was surprised to find food wrappers, drink bottles, and used tissue papers piled up to a height […]
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were sentenced to 17 years each in the Toshakhana corruption case. They are accused of buying Saudi gifts at low prices and selling them for profit. The court also fined them ₹10 million each, adding to Khan’s growing legal and political troubles.
The Delhi High Court ruled that couples seeking divorce by mutual consent don’t need to live separately for one year before filing. The court said that this period is only a guideline, and courts can waive it in special cases. Some senior citizens expressed concern that this decision may result in an increase in divorces.