How fast can the Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jet really fly?

Did China ask its people 'not to respond to aliens'? Origin of bizarre claim on social media

MS Dhoni-CSK Fallout? Report claims failed stake sale talks triggered rift

Scientists reveal the SAFEST COUNTRY when catastrophe strikes the planet

Serial killer on the loose in South Korea's Jeju Island? Fourth body found in three days as more than a dozen people go missing

2/3rd of glacier detached, collapsed: ISRO satellite images reveal what triggered Nepal floods

Trump once again claims without him there would be ‘no Israel right now’

Foreign espionage attacks against German companies surge to 37%, Bitkom report reveals

Blake Lively wins partial legal fee from Justin Baldoni after $8M request

Why is Pakistan deploying Turkish Bayraktar TB2 drones near India border?

'OH MY GOD! We've found other agents!': Investigators discover not one or two, almost 700 OpenAI AI agents went rogue, hacked Hugging Face

Lunar eclipse 2026: India timings, places to see and more. August Blood moon factsheet

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on global outreach tour 

Both pilots killed as training aircraft crashes in Lucknow – What we know

16-year-old charged with preparing terror attack on kindergarten in Norway

How the S-400 protects itself from enemy attacks

Nepal floods: Over 165 dead, 400 missing; US, India, China, World Bank mobilise aid

India's multi-layered watch: The new surveillance war

5 doomsday planes spotted in US skies hours after CIA director's secret trip to Russia

9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to finally face trial in 2028, nearly 27 years after horrific attacks

Islamabad hospital fire: What we know about one of the biggest facility that housed Imran Khan

Workers run for life while filming Nepal flash flood: Scary new visuals emerge from Rasuwa

Russian military planes enter South Korean air defence zone amid rising tensions with North Korea: What's happening

Ron Weasley Is Back! Rupert Grint set to return to Harry Potter universe on Broadway

400-year-old 'vampire' grave in Poland reveals non-existent genetic lineage

Dolly Parton, global icon and queen of country music, dies at 80

Nepal flash floods: Kailash Mansarovar yatra affected, close to 400 pilgrims out of contact

'If he is dead, they're putting on a pretty good show': Trump casts fresh doubt over Mojtaba Khamenei's fate

Man arrested near US Capitol with guillotine in pickup truck: What happened?

Why the Su-30MKI cockpit is painted bright turquoise green

The Epstein Files: Democrats are accusing President Trump of orchestrating a cover-up after the Justice Department revealed a large cache of Epstein-related documents, including grand jury transcripts and records that could implicate powerful individuals. Critics argue that the administration has downplayed or delayed the release of these files, raising concerns about transparency and the potential exposure of sensitive information. 


The Epstein Files: Democrats Claim Trump Cover-Up Over Epstein Documents 

Libyan Chief of Staff Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad died in a plane crash in Turkey. Officials mourn the loss along with other high-ranking military personnel on board.

Turkey Plane Crash: Libyan Chief of Staff Dies in Turkey Plane Crash | Officials Mourn

India's rice inventories have climbed to record levels in 2025 and signals better domestic food security planning. Government data shows rice stocks in state warehouses, including unmilled paddy, stood at about 57.6 million tonnes as of early december, nearly 12% higher than a year ago and far above official buffer requirements.

India's Rice Buffer is Far Above Official Requirements

Tensions escalate at the UN Security Council as Russia criticizes US ‘cowboy behavior’ and Venezuela accuses the US of extortion. Watch the full coverage of this high-stakes diplomatic showdown. 

US-Venezuela: Russia Slams US, Venezuela Accuses ‘Extortion’ at UNSC Meeting

An Australian state is moving to strengthen its laws following the recent Bondi attack. Authorities aim to enhance public safety and prevent future incidents, amid growing concern over violent attacks in the region.

Australia Gun Law: Bondi Attack Sparks Law Changes in Australia to Boost Public Safety

Breast cancer cases in India are projected to rise by more than five percent each year, according to new health data. Experts cite factors such as stress, poor sleep, lifestyle changes, and delayed diagnosis as key contributors to the growing burden. Health professionals are calling for greater awareness, early screening, and improved access to treatment to address the rising trend.

Health Experts Warn: Breast Cancer Cases in India Climbing

ISRO’s LVM3 M6 rocket successfully launches the BlueBird Block-2 satellite into orbit for U.S.-based AST SpaceMobile, advancing global space-based connectivity.

ISRO Launches LVM3 M6 with BlueBird Block-2 Satellite for AST SpaceMobile

Explore the rising tensions in the Arctic and why environmental policies are crucial to U.S. strategy. Trump’s actions are reshaping geopolitics—find out what it means for global power and climate priorities. 


Arctic Power Clash: Trump Ignites Arctic Power Clash | Why Green Matters to Washington

Starbucks has appointed Indian-origin technology executive Anand Varadarajan as its new executive vice president and chief technology officer (CTO), tapping a nearly two-decade Amazon veteran to lead its global technology operations.

Starbucks Appoints Indian-Origin Anand Varadarajan as CTO

In a major humanitarian update, 100 Nigerian schoolchildren who were kidnapped have been successfully freed. The United Nations has confirmed that all rescued children have been transported safely to Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.

Nigeria Mass Abduction: Ambiguity on Abduction vs Release Numbers

Several thousand activists from across Serbia joined student protests in the country's southwest on Sunday, rallying against what they describe as government pressure on state universities.
The demonstration, part of a wider movement confronting political interference in higher education, was the first of its kind in Novi Pazar, a town with a majority Bosniak Muslim population.

Serbia Campus Row Deepens: Major Student Protest Held in Novi Pazar

A setback for jailed former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak after his lawyer cited a so-called “royal addendum” allegedly granting permission for house arrest. The claim has drawn scrutiny as legal proceedings continue.

Malaysia: Setback for Jailed Ex-PM Najib as Court Reviews ‘Royal Addendum’ Claim 

Japan is considering restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant in Niigata, the world’s largest nuclear facility. The plan comes amid growing energy demands and efforts to stabilize electricity supply. Stay updated on Japan’s nuclear energy policies, global energy news, and developments in clean power initiatives. 

Japan Considers Restarting World’s Largest Nuclear Plant in Niigata

Brown University: A suspect in the Brown University shooting has been found dead in a storage facility in Salem, New Hampshire, ending a five-day manhunt. The individual, identified as Claudio Neves Valente, was found dead by apparent suicide, bringing closure to the campus and the wider community.


Brown University Shooting: Suspect Found Dead in Hampshire 

U.S.-Venezuela: The U.S. military has conducted strikes on two alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Pacific Ocean, killing five people. The operations, part of Operation Southern Spear, are aimed at disrupting narco-trafficking routes and are conducted in international waters.  

U.S.-Venezuela: U.S. Strikes 'Drug Boats' in Pacific, 5 Killed

Bangladesh Violence: Bangladesh has been plunged into chaos following the death of uprising leader Osman Hadi, who died in Singapore after being shot in Dhaka. His death has triggered widespread protests and violence across the country, with police launching a manhunt for the attackers and releasing photos of suspects.


Bangladesh Violence: Osman Hadi Death Sparks Nationwide Violence in Bangladesh

Albanian lawmakers scuffled with guards during a parliament session in Tirana on Thursday, shouting, tugging at one another and setting off flares in the rostrum.


Albania: Scuffle Inside Albania's Parliament; Opposition Lawmakers Disrupt Proceedings 

A mysterious event grips the world as 3I/Atlas arrives, sparking global debate, scientific scrutiny, and speculation about the unknown. From unanswered questions to extraordinary theories, explore what this moment means for Earth and humanity’s understanding of the universe. Is this a breakthrough discovery or something far more unexplainable? Watch as experts weigh in on the day that changed everything.


3I/Atlas Arrives: The Day Earth Met the Unexplainable 

Kennedy Centre: President Donald Trump has moved to rename the Kennedy Center, aiming to honor his legacy by attaching his name to one of the nation's most prominent cultural landmarks. The decision has ignited a fierce debate, with supporters applauding the gesture as a fitting tribute and critics warning that it politicizes a traditionally nonpartisan institution. 

Kennedy Centre: Move to Rename Center After Trump Sparks Controversy 

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stern warning to Russia, stating that any further escalation in Ukraine would bring "devastating consequences." He unveiled a three-layer security guarantee for Ukraine, combining military, economic, and political support to bolster the country's defenses and resilience. 

NATO Warns Russia: 'Devastating Consequences' if Ukraine Attacked 

Oscars: The Academy Awards will begin streaming exclusively on YouTube starting in 2029, marking the end of a decades-long partnership with ABC. The five-year deal grants YouTube global rights to broadcast the Oscars, including red carpet coverage, behind-the-scenes content, and other Academy events. 


Oscars: Academy Awards to Stream on YouTube Starting in 2029 

Pakistan: Pakistan police have registered a case under the Anti-Terrorism Act against Imran Khan's sisters, Aleema Khan and Noreen Niazi, and several PTI supporters following a protest sit-in outside Adiala Jail. The FIR was filed after authorities denied family and lawyers access to Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated. 


Pakistan: FIR Filed Against Imran Khan's Sisters Under Anti-Terror Law 

India-Oman: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Indian community in Muscat, generating a wave of patriotic fervour among expatriates. The meeting highlighted the strong bilateral ties between India and Oman, with discussions centering on trade, investment, and enhanced cooperation. Modi’s interaction with the diaspora underscored the importance of the Indian community in strengthening India-Oman relations and advancing shared economic and strategic interests.


India-Oman: Patriotic Fervour in Muscat as PM Modi Meets Community 

Farmers across France have taken out tractor rallies in protest against the EU’s trade deal with South American countries, particularly the Mercosur agreement, which they fear will undermine local agriculture. Anger has also grown over cow culling policies, with farmers arguing that these measures and the trade deal threaten their livelihoods and food security.


French Farmers Stage Tractor Rallies Over Mercosur Deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday (December 17, 2025) that he has approved a $35 billion natural gas export deal to Egypt, the biggest gas deal in Israeli history. The agreement could also help repair relations between the two countries strained during the two-year war in the Gaza Strip.

Israel Approves Largest-Ever $35 Billion Natural Gas Deal with Egypt

At least 32 people, including five children, have been injured after Russian glide bombs struck the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia and nearby areas.

Russia-Ukraine War | Zelensky: Russia Preparing for Another Year of War

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