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Campaigning for Phase-1 of the West Bengal elections has officially ended, setting the stage for voting across 152 constituencies on April 23. With over 8,000 polling booths marked as super sensitive, security has been significantly tightened to ensure smooth and peaceful voting. The first phase is crucial and could shape the momentum for the rest of the elections, as political parties brace for a high-stakes contest across key districts.

Nicaragua’s Daniel Ortega slams US President Donald Trump as “mentally unstable” over the West Asia war, escalating tensions between Managua and Washington.

The United States has expressed confidence that ​peace talks with Iran will go ahead in Pakistan and a senior Iranian official said Tehran was considering joining, but significant uncertainty remained on Tuesday as the end of a ceasefire ‌loomed. The two-week truce in the war that the U.S. and Israel unleashed on Iran on February 28 was set to expire in the next day or two, although officials have given mixed messages on the precise timing.

First flown in 1976, the A-10 has repeatedly faced retirement proposals but has remained in service due to its battlefield role and political backing.

Japan Is on High Alert After a Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake. While Tsunami Warnings Have Now Been Lifted, Authorities Say Risk of a Much Bigger Quake—‘megaquake’—is Now Unusually High Over the Next Few Days. Wion’s Kanishka Sarkar Speaks to Benoit Hardy-Chartrand, Researcher, Temple University Japan, to Understand What This Means for People on the Ground and How Prepared Is Japan Today After the 2011 Disaster

Campaigning for the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 has come to a close, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah intensified attacks on the DMK, while Chief Minister MK Stalin wrapped up his campaign with a major roadshow in Chennai. Actor-turned-politician Vijay also drew huge crowds in Coimbatore, adding a new dynamic to the race. With the 48-hour silence period kicking in, all eyes are now on polling day.

Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong meets FM Ishaq Dar in Islamabad, expressing Beijing’s "full support" for Pakistan's mediation between the US and Iran. Read the latest on CPEC 2.0 and regional diplomacy.

A new AI-powered headset is shifting the focus of healthcare from the body to the brain. By tracking neural activity in real time, the device can detect subtle changes and potentially warn users about health risks before symptoms even appear. This breakthrough could transform early diagnosis, especially for neurological conditions. While it opens exciting possibilities, it also raises important questions about data privacy and how our brain signals might be used in the future.

BTS is set to transform entire cities with its ambitious ‘The City’ project, bringing immersive fan experiences to Las Vegas and Busan. From themed spaces to city-wide events, the group is redefining how fans connect with music. Alongside this, BTS is also introducing a new docu-series, Keep Swimming With BTS, highlighting their journey, resilience, and relentless work ethic. For ARMY, this is more than an event — it’s a full experience.

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) received supplies in the Arabian Sea amid a US naval blockade. This comes after viral claims of food shortages on American ships, which the US denied.

The Civil Service Day is celebrated in India on April 21, 2026, to commemorate the 'steel frame' that builds the backbone of the country. According to the data collated by the ILO, discover which countries have the largest public sector workforce and how governments compare globally.

US President Donald Trump accused Iran of repeatedly violating the ceasefire ahead of planned talks in Islamabad, raising concerns over the fragile truce.

Taiwan said on Tuesday it had cancelled President Lai Ching-te's trip to Eswatini this week, accusing ​China of pressing three other African countries to revoke permission ‌for his aircraft to overfly their territories. The small southern African nation of Eswatini is one of only 12 countries to retain formal ties with Chinese-claimed ​Taiwan. Lai was due to leave on Wednesday for the ​40th anniversary of King Mswati III's accession.

Campaigning for Phase-1 of the West Bengal elections has officially ended, setting the stage for voting across 152 constituencies on April 23. With over 8,000 polling booths marked as super sensitive, security has been significantly tightened to ensure smooth and peaceful voting. The first phase is crucial and could shape the momentum for the rest of the elections, as political parties brace for a high-stakes contest across key districts.

Alan Osmond, the oldest member of 70s popular band The Osmonds, has died. The veteran musician had been ailing for years. He had been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis forty years ago.

The PCB is in talks with Saudi Arabia to construct a new, world-class cricket stadium in Jeddah. Read about the proposal to expand the PSL into the Kingdom.

The conflict in Sudan is now exposing deeper fault lines in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia and the UAE appear to be backing opposing sides, raising fresh questions over their strategic rivalry. Reports suggest Pakistan has paused a key arms deal with Sudan, adding another layer to the crisis. With Riyadh reassessing its role in regional proxy wars and recent meetings with Sudan’s army, the geopolitical chessboard is rapidly shifting in ways many didn’t expect.

Iraq has reopened a key border crossing with Syria after a decade, aiming to boost fuel oil exports and strengthen regional trade routes. The move is expected to improve energy flow and economic cooperation between the two countries, marking a significant step in restoring cross-border connectivity amid shifting Middle East trade dynamics.

Over Israel's conduct in the war in Gaza, opinions among EU member states have already stiffened further after Jerusalem launched an invasion of Lebanon and a new law on the death penalty for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.