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Marco Rubio has clarified his earlier remarks on racism against Indians after a question from WION triggered a major online debate. Rubio said he believed the question referred mainly to internet trolls and insisted he did not fully understand the broader context at that moment. His comments came during his India visit, where discussions focused heavily on strengthening India-US ties amid growing scrutiny over anti-Indian rhetoric on social media platforms.

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear the Twisha Sharma case today, with a three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant reviewing allegations of possible institutional bias in the initial investigation. The case has drawn significant attention after Twisha’s family accused her in-laws of misleading the probe. The court is expected to examine whether the investigation was conducted fairly and whether further judicial oversight is required

This comes after Trump on Saturday (May 23) said that an agreement had been largely negotiated between the two countries, sparking speculation of an announcement.

Lionel Messi sparked World Cup 2026 concern after limping off in Inter Miami’s latest game. With Argentina’s title defence looming, fans fear a potential setback, while coach Lionel Scaloni downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.

Surging oil and gas prices, geopolitical tensions, and rising electricity bills are accelerating the global shift toward rooftop solar power. Households across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India are increasingly investing in solar systems to reduce long-term energy costs and improve energy security.

Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly hiding in a secret location and communicating through couriers to avoid assassination threats, according to US intelligence cited by CBS News. The security measures are said to be slowing negotiations between Iran and the US over a possible peace agreement.

HBO Max has given a sneak peek of their upcoming shows, including Harry Potter, House of the Dragon and The Gilded Age, among others. Read to know more.

Tulsi Gabbard resigned as Director of National Intelligence to support her husband, Abraham Williams, through bone cancer treatment, prompting both praise from Trump and criticism from Laura Loomer.

A dog discharged a gun outside a convenience store in Nebraska, injuring one woman. The police responded to a report of a BB gun being fired, which turned out to be a shotgun.

Marco Rubio has clarified his earlier remarks on racism against Indians after a question from WION triggered a major online debate. Rubio said he believed the question referred mainly to internet trolls and insisted he did not fully understand the broader context at that moment. His comments came during his India visit, where discussions focused heavily on strengthening India-US ties amid growing scrutiny over anti-Indian rhetoric on social media platforms.

RCB, GT, SRH and RR have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs after a thrilling league stage. RCB, GT enter Qualifier 1, while RR face SRH in the Eliminator after sealing the final spot with a crucial win over Mumbai Indians to complete the top four.

Euphoria season 3 premiered on HBO in April, and the makers are building up curiosity and suspense about the main characters played by Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and Jacob Elordi, among others. Read more to know how many episodes there are in this series.

India's digital payments revolution has transformed how money moves across the economy. But as banks, fintech firms and payment platforms handle massive volumes of sensitive financial data, cyber criminals are becoming more sophisticated. As threats like stolen identities, compromised credentials and the future threat of quantum computing get real, cyber security experts warn that protecting digital payments is becoming one of the biggest technological challenges of the AI era. This story explores how the payment security industry investigates fraud, protects sensitive data like card numbers, PINs and account details, and prepares for the next generation of cyber threats.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed racist remarks against Indians and Indian-Americans as comments made by “stupid people,” stressing that such views do not reflect broader American society. Rubio praised ties with India and highlighted Trump’s strong relationship with PM Modi

Trump pointed that Washington’s “relationship with Iran is becoming a much more professional and productive one,” adding that “they cannot develop or procure a Nuclear Weapon or Bomb”.

The Strait of Hormuz “control map” released by Iran puts more than 22,000 square kilometre of area under the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA). Transit requires authorisation by the PGSA. The move creates a sovereignty dispute as it includes areas legally under Oman and the UAE.

Riyan Parag led Rajasthan Royals into IPL 2026 playoffs after a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians, earning strong backing from head coach Kumar Sangakkara, who praised his resilience amid years of criticism and his growth as a young captain.

AR Rahman delivered a special performance at the US Independence Day event which was held in Delhi. The musician performed hit tracks, including Dil Se and Jai Ho, among others.

A fresh controversy has erupted in the United States after the State Department deleted a post on a question linked to anti-Indian rhetoric, sparking political backlash and diplomatic attention. Marco Rubio responded to the row by saying “every country has stupid people,” while stressing that such remarks do not represent America as a whole.