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A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Hokkaido and Tohoku regions, prompting a tsunami advisory for the northern Pacific coastline. The Japan Meteorological Agency warned of possible aftershocks and a slight increase in the risk of a magnitude 8-level quake. Residents in 182 municipalities have been urged to review emergency preparedness measures.
PM Modi wished superstar Rajinikanth on his 75th birthday, praising his remarkable five-decade journey in Tamil cinema. Modi said Rajinikanth’s performances have inspired generations and earned him immense admiration. Extending warm wishes, the Prime Minister prayed for the legendary actor’s long, healthy and fulfilling life.
The Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal may remove 58.8 lakh names from the electoral roll ahead of next year’s Assembly elections. Deceased, missing, duplicate, and fraudulent voters are included. CM Mamata Banerjee criticized the exercise, while the BJP accused her of creating disruptions.
Telangana DGP Shivdhar Reddy has reviewed and strengthened security for Lionel Messi’s December 13 match at Uppal Stadium, dividing the venue into four sectors. Authorities will display safety rules across metro trains and key junctions, while traffic diversion plans will be announced early to ensure smooth movement and crowd management.
President Murmu is on a 2-day visit to Manipur for the 86th Nupi Lal Day, paying tribute to women warriors who led resistance movements against British rule in 1904 and 1939. She will visit the Nupi Lal Memorial in Imphal, then travel to Senapati to inaugurate development projects, address a public meeting, and review extensive […]
US strategic bombers joined Japanese fighter jets in a joint exercise near Japan’s airspace, highlighting growing military cooperation amid rising tensions with China. The drill followed Chinese and Russian bombers flying near western Japan. Recent incidents, including radar lock-ons by Chinese aircraft, have further strained Tokyo-Beijing relations.
US lawmakers warned Chinese-made vehicles could spy on Americans, disrupt transport, and threaten the auto industry. Experts cited forced tech transfers, overproduction, EV market dominance, cybersecurity risks, and forced labor. They urged stricter restrictions, highlighting broader US-China tensions and implications for supply chains and national security.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul received royal approval to dissolve Parliament, setting general elections 45-60 days later. He will lead a caretaker govt with limited powers and can’t approve a new budget. Anutin said the move “returns power to the people,” amid ongoing border clashes with Cambodia and political transitions in Thailand.
Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, made his 1st in-person court appearance in Provo, Utah. His lawyers sought to limit media access for a fair trial. Robinson attended with family, while proceedings went into a closed session. Judge Tony Graf will later decide on courtroom camera access and public disclosure from prior […]
Reddit has challenged Australia’s under-16 social media ban in the High Court, arguing it forces intrusive age verification on adults and isolates teens. The company, primarily an adult forum, says the law infringes political communication rights, lacks clear scope, and has implemented age-assurance measures while complying with regulations.
Rasmussen Reports CEO Mark Mitchell vowed to “de-Indianize” US companies and even launch a consultancy as Trump-era scrutiny of H-1B visas intensifies. Indians, who receive over 70% of annual H-1B slots, remain central to the debate. Tech expert Kartik Gada criticized the backlash, calling it symptomatic of deeper dysfunction in American attitudes.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the US should sign the free trade agreement if satisfied with India’s “best ever” offer, welcoming the Trump administration’s response. He declined to reveal details and prioritizing national interest. Goyal noted five negotiation rounds, adding the US envoy’s visit is not focused on talks.
Democrats say Trump’s sweeping tariffs have cost the average US household nearly $1,200 this year, citing Treasury data and economic estimates. They argue the sharp rise in import taxes is driving prices higher, while the White House defends the policy as boosting US industry. Importers largely pass Trump’s tariff costs on to consumers.
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson sought to restrict media access to ensure a fair trial as he made his first in-person court appearance. The Utah judge temporarily closed proceedings to review what information from sessions could be released and consider a request to ban cameras. Robinson is accused of shooting activist Charlie Kirk during an event.
The US trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed 10.9% to $52.8 billion in September, the lowest since 2020, as exports rose 3% and imports only 0.6%. Delayed data showed Trump’s tariffs weighed on trade, with importers stockpiling ahead of hikes. Economists noted the decline largely reflected a surge in gold exports, not broad economic improvement.