President Zelensky warned that Ukraine would lose its war against Russia if US military funding is cut. He emphasized the importance of US unity and influence, noting that former President Trump could persuade Putin to end the war. As Russia gains ground, Ukraine fears being at a disadvantage in peace negotiations. Trump has criticized Biden’s […]
President-elect Donald Trump’s team plans to roll back President Joe Biden’s fuel-efficiency and electric vehicle (EV) regulations, targeting standards that would require automakers to shift 35% of production to EVs by 2032. The move aims to fulfill Trump’s campaign promise to end the “EV mandate” and echoes his previous administration’s efforts to dismantle ...
Polling began at 7 am for 38 assembly constituencies in Jharkhand as part of the second-phase election, which will continue until 6 pm. All arrangements are in place for the second phase of polls. A total of 528 candidates vying for the 38 seats. The contest is closely contested between the NDA and INDIA bloc. […]
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga urged Western allies to stay resolute in the face of Russia’s nuclear threats, calling them “saber-rattling” and blackmail. Speaking at a US Capitol hearing, he stressed that Russia’s updated nuclear rhetoric is an attempt to intimidate. Sybiga emphasized staying “cold-headed” and not succumbing to fear amid Moscow&rsq...
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat cast his vote shortly after polling began on Wednesday at 7 am at a booth in Nagpur. After voting, he displayed his inked finger and urged the people of Maharashtra to turn out in large numbers and exercise their right to vote. Polling is underway across all 288 […]
Polling began at 7 am for all 288 assembly constituencies in Maharashtra as part of a single-phase election, which will continue until 6 pm. This election is significant as it marks the first since the split between the Shiv Sena and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). The ruling Mahayuti alliance and the opposition Maha Vikas […]
Delhi Police intensified vehicle checks on Tuesday night to enforce GRAP Stage IV, banning BS-IV and older diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles, except those in essential services, due to poor air quality. Meanwhile, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai urged the Union Environment Minister to convene an emergency meeting to implement cloud seeding as a […]
A suicide attack in Bannu, northwest Pakistan, killed 10 soldiers, following a clash the previous day that killed 8 soldiers. The Hafiz Gul Bahadur group claimed responsibility for the bombing. The TTP took credit for the earlier attack. Violence has surged since the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan, with deadly incidents also occurring in […]
The WHO approved KM Biologics’ LC16m8 mpox vaccine for emergency use, marking the second vaccine to receive approval. This aims to improve vaccine access in outbreak areas. Japan will donate 3.05 million doses to the DRC. WHO also warned against using the vaccine in pregnancy or for immunocompromised individuals. Mpox, formerly monkeypox, causes fever, aches, […]
Security has been increased in Mumbai ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly Election to ensure smooth voting. Police are conducting vehicle checks and maintaining law and order. Voting will take place from 7 am to 6 pm. Key leaders contesting include CM Eknath Shinde, DCM Devendra Fadnavis, Ajit Pawar, Aditya Thackeray, and Amit Thackeray in crucial […]
Italy, Japan, and the UK discussed expanding the 6th-gen GCAP jet fighter project during a meeting at the G20 Summit. The countries aim to develop a stealth fighter by 2035 to counter threats from Russia and China. The project merges the UK’s Tempest program with Italy’s and is being developed by BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo […]
An Indian Navy diving team rescued a severely injured woman after a speedboat collision in Odisha’s Mahanadi River during Bali Yatra preparations. Using the buddy carry technique, they transported her over a kilometer to a police center and then to SCB Medical College via autorickshaw. The Navy’s swift action ensured timely medical care, showcasing their […]
The ED, Lucknow, has taken custody of Ravi Attri and Subhash Prakash, accused in a money laundering case tied to the 2023 UP Police Constable Recruitment and UPPSC RO/ARO exam leaks. Arrested by UP STF in April, they allegedly sold leaked papers, using resorts in Haryana and Madhya Pradesh for deals. Suspicious bank transactions linked […]
For the first time, 75% of polling booths in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath by-election will feature webcasting, monitored via CCTV by election offices. GPS tracking is installed in 205 election vehicles for transparency. Led by Chief Election Officer Dr. BVRC Purushottam, these measures aim to ensure a fair, fearless election, with dedicated control rooms overseeing webcasting and […]
Russia’s military said that Ukraine fired US-supplied long-range missiles at a military facility in the Bryansk border region. This would be the first attack since Washington authorized the use of its weapons. Russia said, “The enemy struck a site in the Bryansk region with six ballistic missiles. According to confirmed data, US-made ATACMS tactical missiles […]