latest news

A Turkish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed shortly after takeoff during a mission flight in Balıkesir, killing the pilot. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause, while dramatic footage shows the aircraft going down near a highway moments after losing contact.

Shastri calls India’s loss a "timely shakeup" while Ponting urges a return to basics. Get the latest on Samson, Abhishek's new role, and India's must-win XI.

Could you need a passport to keep your bank account? Explore the reports on the Trump administration’s potential citizenship mandate and the White House response.

US President Donald Trump delivered the longest speech at the State of the Union address on Tuesday (February 25, 2026), beating the record of Bill Clinton's 2000, who addressed for one hour and 20 minutes. Other then longest, have a look at the shortest speech made by an American president.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Israel today to hold strategic talks with Benjamin Netanyahu and deliver a major address to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament. The meetings are expected to focus on deepening bilateral cooperation in defence, technology, trade and regional security. Watch the full video to know more on this!

Global warming is rapidly transforming Kashmir’s fragile Himalayan climate. February 2026 saw record-breaking temperatures, with Srinagar experiencing its warmest February in a decade. Snowfall has sharply declined, glaciers are shrinking, and water scarcity risks are rising. The impact is already visible — disrupted agriculture, especially apple farming, stressed ecosystems, and growing uncertainty over long-term water supplies. Is Kashmir’s winter disappearing? Here’s a closer look at how climate change is reshaping the valley.

Joe Verstappen, Max's father, had said that Horner was driving people apart in the team before he was let go. The media reports, meanwhile, claimed that Horner's exit came as an attempt to sign Max a deal with the deal F1 racing team.

Sanya Malhotra is known for her natural yet compelling performances in a variety of projects. The actress rose to prominence as Babita Kumari in Dangal and gained immense popularity with her on-screen charm in numerous hits like Mrs, Jawan and Sam Bahadur, among others.

A severe drought in Florida has left large parts of the Everglades unusually dry, threatening fragile ecosystems and putting the state’s vital tourism sector at risk as water levels plummet and wildlife habitats shrink. Officials warn that prolonged dry conditions could disrupt recreation, reduce visitor numbers, and strain local economies reliant on nature-based tourism.

A US Federal judge has refused to dismiss a lawsuit accusing tesla of discriminating against American workers in favour of foreign visa holders. Watch the full video to know more on this!

Iran rejected Trump’s allegations on missiles and nuclear ambitions after his State of the Union warning. Tehran called the claims “big lies” as tensions escalate over past US strikes, Soleimani’s killing, and stalled nuclear talks, keeping fears of further confrontation alive.

It is against this backdrop that India is examining advanced directed-energy technologies during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Israel, where expanded cooperation in defence, trade and technology is on the agenda.

Bollywood actor and adman Gajraj Rao features in a poignant advertisement that showcases a father bringing his daughter back from her abusive marital home with a band in tow. The advert has gone viral, with people tearing up at its powerful messaging.

A rapidly spreading wildfire in Florida has exploded to about 25,000 acres, prompting evacuations, air quality warnings, and intense efforts from firefighters as heat and dry conditions fuel the blaze. Officials say the fire is threatening homes, infrastructure and natural habitats

Taapsee Pannu has opened up about the challenges of getting big commercial projects. She describes Dunki, starring Shah Rukh Khan, as a rare achievement in her career.

The UK government is set to release key documents linked to the Epstein files probe, intensifying scrutiny around former prince Andrew and his past associations. The move could shed new light on alleged connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Trump referenced NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani in his State of the Union, calling him a “nice guy” but criticising his policies. Their relationship has swung from sharp attacks to cordial meetings after Mamdani’s election win over Andrew Cuomo.

US President Donald Trump on February 24, 2026, made a legislative proposal to the congress to pass the Delilah law. This would effectively turn the administrative rule of ban of commercial driving licenses for undocumented immigrants into a federal law.

Following the remarks, US voting rights groups and Democratic leaders described it as the most sweeping anti-voting proposal in US history, while again advancing unsubstantiated claims of widespread election fraud.