Ex MP Vijayasai Reddy announced his complete exit from politics and entry into the media sector. He plans to launch a 3-language digital platform, followed by a Telugu news channel. He stated the venture will remain independent of any political party, focusing on highlighting public issues. The name of the media organisation will be revealed […]
Ismail Omar Guelleh secured a 6th term with 97.81% of the votes in Djibouti. The 78-year-old has ruled since 1999, succeeding Hassan Gouled Aptidon. He faced lone challenger Mohamed Farah Samatar in a low-competition race. Djibouti remains strategically vital, hosting global military bases and key trade routes that support its economy and regional significance.
PM Modi hailed Mahatma Jyotirao Phule as a great reformer on his birth anniversary, highlighting his moral courage, commitment to education, and social justice. Marking his bicentenary, PM Modi stressed renewal of values Phule championed, praising his institutions, movements, and lasting inspiration for equality, empowerment, and inclusive national progress.
The Enforcement Directorate today conducted fresh searches in a money laundering probe linked to a teachers recruitment scam in West Bengal. Raids targeted former minister Partha Chatterjee and jailed middleman Prasanna Kumar Roy, covering their residences in Kolkata, officials said, as the agency intensified its ongoing investigation into the case.
The Centre has extended the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal tenure by nine months till January 13, 2027, to resolve the Mahanadi River water-sharing dispute between Odisha and Chhattisgarh. The decision, notified by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, follows delays due to COVID-19, vacancies, ensuring continued hearings and negotiations toward a final settlement.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 struck Tajikistan today, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, making it susceptible to aftershocks. In a post on “X,” the NCS reported the epicenter at latitude 36.932 N and longitude 71.515 E, confirming the location as Tajikistan in its […]
An Iranian delegation led by Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohd Bagher Ghalibaf arrived at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, where they were received by Pak’s Deputy PM and Field Marshal Asim Munir. The high-level gathering sets the stage for US-Iran talks aimed at easing tensions. The airbase, recently restored, is hosting this diplomatic engagement.
US Trump has unveiled a proposal to construct a grand triumphal arch in Washington, featuring a tall winged statue holding a torch similar to the Statue of Liberty. Planned between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, the monument revives a centuries-old vision, with Trump arguing it would symbolize national pride and historical legacy.
NASA celebrated a key milestone as Artemis II astronauts safely splashed down in the Pacific after a 10-day lunar mission. Launched April 1 from Florida, the 4-member crew completed humanity’s first moon journey in over 50 years. Their successful return marks a key step toward long-term lunar exploration and the vision of building a human […]
A fire broke out in a building near Ghitorni Metro Station in Delhi. Eleven fire tenders were rushed to the spot. No casualties have been reported so far. The blaze was brought under control, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident. Firefighters remained at the site for cooling operations and […]
Bharatiya Janata Party accused Hemant Soren government of financial irregularities in Jharkhand, citing illegal salary withdrawals. The Finance Department reported over ₹15 crore withdrawn from Hazaribagh Police over eight years and ₹6 crore from Bokaro Police between 2023 and 2026, intensifying political tensions over alleged misuse of public funds.
Allu Arjun thanked his fans for promoting the HPV vaccine to celebrate his birthday. He shared a social media post appreciating their efforts to raise awareness. The vaccine helps protect young girls from cervical cancer. Fans used his special day to launch health campaigns, proving how star power can drive meaningful change for public health […]
Over 2,200 Sikh pilgrims from India entered Pakistan via the Attari-Wagah border to attend Baisakhi and the 327th Khalsa Janam Din celebrations. Officials welcomed them in Punjab, with special arrangements for travel, security, and lodging. Pilgrims will visit key shrines including Gurdwara Panja Sahib, Nankana Sahib, and Kartarpur Sahib during the festival.
The Rajasthan High Court paused consumer court proceedings against Salman Khan over a pan masala ad. His lawyers argued he only endorsed “silver-coated elaichi.” This relief follows a stay on bailable warrants by the National Commission. The court has now issued a notice to the complainant, questioning the lower court’s jurisdiction.
Karnataka Police arrested a man for posting a viral video claiming “zombie drugs” exist in Bengaluru. Home Minister G. Parameshwara clarified the rumors are false. The man filmed had actually mixed alcohol with medication, causing strange behavior. Medical tests confirmed no narcotics were present, and officials urged the public to ignore the baseless claims.