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DR Congo: World leaders call for dialogue as M23 advances

UN Human Rights Council has given the green light to open an investigation into alleged violations and abuses committed in the deadly clashes gripping the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

Outrage following President Trump's freeze of USAID

The US exit from the WHO and the freeze announced on USAID funding are devastating moves that will have drastic effects on the health of millions of people in Africa. President Trump's move has angered many on the continent.

Liam Payne reportedly forced ex-girlfriend to terminate pregnancy, struggled with sexuality

Entertainment A report has claimed that the former One Direction member sexted other men while dating Maya Henry from 2018 to 2022. Payne died in October 2024.

'India ready to host next AI summit later this year', says PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivers a speech during the plenary session of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit at the Grand Palais in Paris, France. PM Modi proposed hosting the next AI Action Summit in India later this year.

'US will control Gaza, Palestinians will be living beautifully elsewhere,' says Trump as he meets Jordan king

World: “One of the things we can do right away” is bring 2,000 children who are in a “very ill state” to Jordan as quickly as possible, King Abdullah said.

Champions Trophy 2025: Jasprit Bumrah ruled out due to back injury; Harshit Rana roped in as replacement

Sports, Cricket: Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 due to a back issue sustained during the Australia tour in January.

Second case registered against Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina

Maharashtra police files FIR against Ranveer Allahbadia and Samay Raina over ‘India’s Got Latent’ row. This is the second FIR against the duo, with the Assam police having registered one on Monday.

Former Spain football head Rubiales says kiss was consensual

Ex-Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales tells court Jenni Hermoso consented to kiss. He has denied the charges, insisting the kiss was consensual, while Hermoso has said it was not.

'Confluence of best business minds of India, France': PM Modi at CEOs Forum in Paris

World: PM Modi further highlighted India's achievements in AI, space technology and the Make in India programme to improve employment in the country. 

Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon pleads guilty to fraud, receives conditional discharge

World| Bannon, 71, entered a guilty plea to New York state charges in a Manhattan court in an agreement with prosecutors that spared him prison time.

BREAKING: At least 51 killed in deadly militia attack in DR Congo

At least 51 people were killed in an alleged attack by the ethnic militia in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Watch this report for more details!

'Stick to Catholic Church': Trump’s border czar fires back at Pope Francis over immigration criticism

World| Speaking at the White House, Homan said the pope should focus on fixing issues within the Catholic Church instead of questioning border security.

BREAKING: Donald Trump holds talks with Jordan King at the White house

US President Donald Trump hosted Jordan’s King Abdullah II at the White House on Tuesday as he escalated pressure on the Arab nation to take in refugees from Gaza. Watch this report for more details!

Aero India 2025: Rival jets F-35 and Su-57 roar over Bengaluru

The 15th Edition of Aero India is the only event in the world to witness aerial action of rival 5th gen fighter jets - America's F-35 and Russia's Su-57... This comes at a time when India is short of fighter jets and is at least a decade away from having a fleet of homegrown 5th gen fighter planes.. WION's Sidharth MP reports from Air Force Station Yelahanka.

'Return to intense fighting': Netanyahu warns of ending ceasefire if Hamas doesn't free hostages by Saturday

"The decision that I passed unanimously in the cabinet is this: If Hamas does not return our hostages by Saturday noon - the ceasefire will be terminated," Netanyahu said. World, Middle East

Gravitas Recall: February 11, 1990: Nelson Mandela released from prison after 27 years

On this day, February 11, 1990, 35 years ago, South African leader and anti-apartheid activist Nelson Mandela walked out of prison as a free man after 27 years.

Deloitte orders US staff to remove gender pronouns from email amid Trump's crackdown on transgenders

World: Deloitte US announced that it will "sunset" its diversity goals, yearly diversity, equity and inclusion report, and DEI programming, Financial Times reported. 

What if the earth stopped spinning? Unprecedented changes in Earth’s inner core

A new study reveals that Earth's inner core is rotating slower than the rest of the planet. Scientists suggest this shift could impact Earth's magnetic field and even alter the length of our days. What does this mean for our planet’s future?

Two matches in 2 countries in one day? Dasun Shanaka in trouble as SLC starts 'fake concussion'  probe

Sports, Cricket: Shanaka left Sinhalese Sports Club's three-day match against Moors Sports Club in the Major League Tournament after playing the first two days