“A day of loss”: US Supreme Court dilutes VRA in Callais ruling, sparking outcry from Obama and Harris
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday delivered a landmark 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais that significantly altered the legal landscape of American elections. The decision, authored by Justice Samuel…
No deal unless no nukes: Trump calls US naval blockade against Iran ‘genius’; CENTCOM says 42 ships turned back
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described the ongoing US naval blockade against Iran as “genius,” asserting that Tehran would have to concede defeat while ruling out any agreement unless…
Union Minister JP Nadda meets Ecuador FM Rosero, discusses enhancing bilateral health cooperation
Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Wednesday met Ecuador’s Foreign Minister Maria Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero in the national capital and held discussions on advancing the bilateral health cooperation between the…
West Asia: Iran’s FM Araghchi dials EAM Jaishankar, discusses current scenario
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday evening received a call from his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi. The leaders discussed the present situation and agreed to remain in close…
‘Trump seeks Iran’s surrender through naval blockade, internal discord’: Ghalibaf
Iran’s Parliament Speaker, MB Ghalibaf, in an audio message, affirmed that Iran would defeat the “deceitful plan” of its adversaries and that US President Donald Trump is seeking the country’s…
“They captivated world”: President Trump welcomes record-breaking Artemis II crew to Oval Office
US President Donald Trump hosted the four-member Artemis II crew at the White House on Wednesday, celebrating their historic return from the farthest reaches of space ever travelled by humankind.…
IHC to hear Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi appeals in £190 million graft case today
The Islamabad High Court is set to hear the appeals of former prime minister Imran Khan and his spouse Bushra Bibi today against their conviction in the 190 million pounds…
Indian carriers plan to resume operations at Hamad International Airport as fragile ceasefire holds in West Asia
In a significant move, India’s leading airlines are set to restore full-scale operations at Hamad International Airport (DOH) starting today, May 1. The resumption comes exactly two months after Operation…
“Before you help me, I want to end your war”: Trump hints at Ukraine ceasefire after call with Putin; maintains hard line on Iran’s nuclear ambitions
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hinted at a possible ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict following a telephonic conversation with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, while maintaining a hard line on…
Pakistan Army launches strikes along Afghanistan border; Taliban urges end to clashes
Pakistan Army on Wednesday intensified operations along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeting positions of Afghan Taliban and offshoot of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Fitna al-Khawarij in response to…
Will ask King Charles to return Kohinoor diamond to India: NYC Mayor Mamdani
In a bold challenge to centuries of British colonial history, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday signalled that any potential audience with King Charles III would be far…
Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat: Direct Operations to commence from May 2; Journey to be completed in less than 5 hrs
“Aiming to provide enhanced amenities and connectivity to passengers” within the Jammu Division of Northern Railway, the Vande Bharat Express is set to commence smooth, regular operations starting May 2,…
Exit polls project BJP winning Bengal, Assam and Keralam going to UDF; DMK well-placed in Tamil Nadu but debutant Vijay could make spectacular debut
Exit polls on Wednesday projected that the BJP-led NDA was poised to win Assam and the Congress-led UDF Keralam with the most surveys also stating that the BJP is on…
Bengal sees highest ever voter turnout, clashes erupt between parties in final phase of Assembly polls
West Bengal has achieved its highest voter turnout since independence, reaching a historic 91.66 per cent during Phase II of the elections. However, the polling day also witnessed high political…
“Anti-incumbency wave” against TMC has split across opposition parties: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury on Wednesday said that there was “huge anti-TMC vote” in the West Bengal assembly polls but the “anti-incumbency wave” got split across all opposition parties…
Home Minister Amit Shah to embark on two-day visit to Ladakh
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will embark on a two-day visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh starting from Tomorrow. In a post on X, Amit Shah stated it is…
“People voted fearlessly, for change”: West Bengal BJP chief claims surge for change after Bengal phase 2 polls
As the dust settled on the second phase of the 2026 general elections, West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya expressed high confidence in a significant political shift, thanking voters for…
NSO Survey: Healthcare access improves, out-of-pocket expenditure declines across India
The 80th round of the National Statistical Office (NSO) survey on household social consumption related to health highlights significant progress in India’s healthcare system, reflecting improved access, affordability, and utilisation…
DU halts St Stephen’s appointments over recruitment norm violations
The Executive Council (EC) of the University of Delhi has taken serious note of alleged violations in the shortlisting criteria adopted by St Stephen’s College during the direct recruitment process…
“LDF is most unpopular ever”: Bindu Krishna confident of UDF sweep as exit polls favor opposition
Following the release of exit polls suggesting a significant shift in Keralam’s political landscape, senior Congress leader Bindu Krishna has declared that the “pulse of the people” is firmly with…
PM Modi announces ex-gratia for Dhar accident victims, expresses grief over loss of lives
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in the recent road accident in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. In a statement on X, the Prime…
‘She’s been crying for days’: Couple denied family support as parents’ visas are rejected
Sahar Haider and Nader Ayyed are parents of a newborn son, nearly two weeks old, and a toddler, aged 2. Like most couples with newborns, they were hoping to rely…
Disgraced immigration adviser Qian Yu faces a further $25k in fines
A disgraced immigration adviser has been fined a further $25,000 for fabricating an official immigration letter, lying to clients and failing to file visa applications. By Gill Bonnett of RNZ…
US to issue commemorative passports with Trump’s picture
The State Department said that it is preparing a limited release of commemorative US passports celebrating America’s 250th birthday that feature a picture of President Donald Trump, who would be…
Financial details, IDs leaked in Lower Hutt council cyber attack
A cyber attack on the Hutt City Council has exposed the identity and financial information of hundreds of people to hackers. The council has confirmed the phishing attack compromised the…