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Micron Shares Soar on Strong Outlook

Micron Technology shares surged nearly 19% after a strong revenue forecast, potentially adding over $19 billion to its market value. The rising prices of high-bandwidth memory chips are expected to boost margins. This news also sparked gains for major chip companies like Nvidia and Intel. Take a look at this report for more.

Netanyahu's UNGA Address: Israel PM Warns Iran That Israel Can Strike Anywhere

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Iran on Friday (September 27, 2024) that Israel will strike if it is hit first and warned that his country can reach any part of the cleric-run state as he vowed to fight on in Gaza. “I have a message for the tyrants of Tehran. If you strike us, we will strike you,” Mr. Netanyahu told the UN General Assembly.

Yemen’s Houthis claim they fired 'ballistic missile, drone' deep into Israel

Yemen's Houthis said on Friday in a statement that they had fired "a ballistic missile and a drone" deep into Israel. "In support of Palestine and Lebanon, we carried out a military operation against an Israeli target in the Jaffa area, Tel Aviv, using a ballistic missile, and launched a drone attack on another vital Israeli target in the coastal Israeli city of Ashkelon," the statement, aired by the Houthi-run al-Masirah TV, quoted Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea as saying.

Japan's Ruling Party LDP to Elect New Prime Minister

Japan's ruling party will vote for its new leader on Friday, following Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's announcement last month that he would not stand for re-election.

Russia-Ukraine war | US Withholds Long-Range Missile Use Despite Kyiv's Desperation

As the conflict in Ukraine intensifies the American president Joe Biden finds himself navigating a very precarious diplomatic landscape. Our next story explains us. The latest meeting with President Zelesnky highlights the very complex interplay between supporting an ally and also warding a potential nuclear war.

Mumbai Records Highest Single-Day September Rain Since 2020

Mumbai and its suburbs is currently grappling with significant rainfall, impacting daily life across the city. Heavy rain has inundated various neighborhoods, leading to widespread waterlogging. PM Modi cancels his Pune visit due to rain. Watch to know more.

China's Newest Nuclear Submarine Sinks

American officials have confirmed that China's newest nuclear submarine sank in a dock. According to American officials the incident took place earlier this year between around May and June which came to light with the help of satellite images. Watch to know more.

Japanese Court Acquits Longest-serving Death Row Prisoner After 45 Years

Iwao Hakamada - A Japanese man said to have spent the world's longest time on death row was acquitted of murder on Thursday. Hakamada spent 45 years on death row.

Sri Lanka Parliamentary Elections: Wickremesinghe's UNP Seeks To Rally Opposition, Form Alliance

As Sri Lanka moves towards snap parliamentary elections the country's political parties are now working towards forming alliances to appear strong at the polls. Watch to know more!

US Naval Ship Charles Drew in India on 'longest, most complex' visit 

For the second time in two years, American Naval ship Charles Drew is undergoing repairs at the Larsen and Toubro (L&T) shipyard at Kattupalli, near the southern Indian metropolis of Chennai.

Israel-Hezbollah War: Israel Defies Ceasefire Calls & Vows To Keep Battling Hezbollah

Israel has rejected a ceasefire proposal with Hezbollah even as Washington insisted the truce plan had been coordinated with Israel. The United States and allies issued a joint call for a 21-day halt in the fighting in Lebanon. French President Macron said that it will be a mistake for Israeli PM to reject a ceasefire in Lebanon. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine war | Zelensky Pushes For Missiles, Biden Holds Back

As the conflict in Ukraine intensifies the American president Joe Biden finds himself navigating a very precarious diplomatic landscape. Our next story explains us. The latest meeting with President Zelesnky highlights the very complex interplay between supporting an ally and also warding a potential nuclear war.

BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting: Jaishankar urges action on sustainable development and fair trade

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underscored the significance of BRICS for multipolarity and global diversity. He further said that the meeting emphasised the need to reform multilateralism and strengthen development.

SL vs NZ, 2nd Test: Kamindu Mendis joins Don Bradman in elite company after fifth Test century in 2024

It was a landmark day for Sri Lankan batter Kamindu Mendis after he scored an unbeaten 182 against New Zealand on Day 2 of the Galle Test on Friday (Sep 27). Mendis, who is playing in his seventh Test match for Sri Lanka went level with the great Don Bradman for the fastest 1000 Test runs in the format.

Indian PM Narendra Modi Launches Three Supercomputers

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched three PARAM Rudra Supercomputers and High-Performance Computing systems to the nation. These systems have been installed in Delhi, Pune, and Kolkata respectively. Watch to know more.

US' Role In Bangladesh Uprising Under Scanner

Speaking at the Clinton Global Initiative, Dr Muhammad Yunus introduced and praised the young leaders who drove the student-led movement that led to Sheikh Hasina's ouster.

Food tech giant Swiggy files updated DRHP with SEBI for Rs 3,750 crore fresh issue

Food tech giant Swiggy has filed its first updated draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on September 26. The fresh issue component is for Rs 3,750 crore while the offer for sale would comprise 18.

UK Police Investigates Cyberattack After Islamophobic Message Hits Rail Wi-Fi

British police said on Thursday they had launched an investigation into a cyberattack after passengers at the country's major railway stations saw an Islamophobic message when they tried to use Wi-Fi services.