Investigations reveal Dr. Shaheen led a terror plot recruiting Muslim girls and women, including vulnerable 14 to 18-yr-olds, as human bombs under codenames ‘Mujahid Jangju’ and ‘Mission Kafir.’ Deleted WhatsApp chats exposed her plans. Authorities also found suspicious banking transactions worth over ₹40 crore linked to Dr. Shaheen, Adil, Arif, and Dr. Parvez.
Winter will intensify in North India, with temperatures dropping 2-3°C over the next week, the IMD warns. Minimum temperatures in northwest plains will remain stable initially, while Central and Western India may see a slight rise. A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal could bring heavy rainfall to Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andaman, and parts […]
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi reiterated that Japan’s position on Taiwan remains unchanged while calling for “constructive” ties with China. She said that during last month’s talks, she and President Xi Jinping agreed to advance a strategic partnership. Takaichi emphasized the need for a stable relationship between Tokyo and Beijing.
Landslides in Central Java have killed 30 people, with 21 still missing as rescuers battle debris and the risk of new slides. Banjarnegara and Cilacap remain the worst-hit, forcing over a thousand residents to evacuate while hundreds of rescuers continue the search. Indonesia’s wet season, lasting through April, is increasing the threat of rainfall.
A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh this morning, sending tremors across West Bengal and parts of Northeast India. Preliminary reports indicate the quake lasted a few seconds between 10:08 and 10:10 AM, felt in Kolkata, Malda, Nadia, Cooch Behar, and several other districts. The USGS reported the epicentre at Ghorasal, Dhaka, with a depth of 10 […]
The Telangana government said President Droupadi Murmu will land at Begumpet Airport today at 1 PM. Later, she will proceed straight to Raj Bhavan in Somajiguda, Hyderabad. At 4 PM, she is scheduled to reach Rashtrapati Nilayam, located at Bolaram near Hyderabad and will inaugurate the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav there.
Fatima Bosch from Mexico is crowned Miss Universe 2025 in a finale full of emotion and energy. The arena erupts with cheers and tears as she receives the crown, marking a historic win. Her inspiring final answer urged women worldwide to speak up and drive change. Confetti falls as she takes her first walk, radiant […]
Venezuela’s attorney general warned that opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, would be deemed a fugitive if she travels to Oslo. She faces charges of conspiracy and incitement, partly for supporting US military actions. Machado has welcomed US intervention, while Trump signals Maduro’s imminent downfall.
Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with AQI levels in the ‘Very Poor’ range-ITO at 381 and India Gate at 331, per CPCB. Residents across NCR are reporting breathing difficulties. Authorities have not announced any school or college closures yet. Parents and students are advised to stay alert for updates, including possible online classes.
PM Modi embarked from India on a three-day visit to South Africa to attend the continent’s first-ever G20 summit. During his stay in Johannesburg, he will meet with global leaders, exchange views, and deliberate on pressing international and economic issues. On the sidelines of the G20, Modi will also actively participate in the sixth IBSA […]
Several states have declared a school holiday on November 24 to observe the Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Falling on a Monday, it offers an extended break for students. Schools and colleges in UP, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttarakhand will remain closed, along with many government offices and banks, though digital banking […]
President Donald Trump’s draft plan for ending the war in Ukraine proposes ceding territory to Russia and restricting Kyiv’s military. It would also block future NATO expansion, a major Russian objective. Critics argue Trump’s approach gives Moscow strategic advantages while weakening Ukraine, sparking concern over US policy.
Israeli hostage Guy Gilboa-Dalal, freed last month after over two years in Hamas captivity, said in a Channel 12 interview that he was sexually assaulted in Gaza, becoming the first male hostage to speak publicly about such abuse. He described being threatened with a rifle and knife. Officials called his testimony heartbreaking and evidence of […]
Russia claimed to have recaptured Kupiansk in eastern Kharkiv, calling it vital to Ukraine’s defences. Kyiv had retaken the city in 2022 but has recently lost ground. The claim coincided with Ukraine receiving a US peace proposal echoing Russian demands, and with Putin visiting a western troop command post during his ongoing briefing on frontline […]
The White House said the US will not participate in this weekend’s G20 summit in Johannesburg, rejecting South African president’s remarks claiming Washington wanted to join. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the US is not involved in any official talks and criticised the South African leader’s comments, noting they were not appreciated by Biden’s team.