Trump says Russia has ‘lost control’ of its diesel industry, calls for end to ‘ridiculous, never-ending’ war

Asian Games: Indian women's hockey team thrash Indonesia 17-1, blasts 36 goals in 2 matches

Putin's United Russia party wins 355 seats in Duma election; 4 other parties cross threshold to enter parliament

Delhi Air pollution: Strict crackdown on waste burning

'I never imagined…': Bihar-born Japan cricketer Abhishek Anand on historic India clash

‘0% chance’: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismisses AI extinction fears by 2030

Samay Raina-Mukesh Chhabra controversy explained: What happened over girlfriend joke on India's Got Latent?

Trump's helipad event overshadowed by audio failure as major TV networks suspend pool coverage

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian strikes knock out three of Ukraine's largest steel plants

Four decades after leaving Kolkata, the Birlas may be coming back for more

Glitch in the matrix caught on camera: Woman vanishes after talking to reporter

IIT Bombay tensions ease after three-hour open house; director’s assurances pacify students

Samsung raises Galaxy S26 prices by Rs 20,000: Here’s what each model now costs

J&K Assembly Session begins amid chaos: BJP, ruling alliance clash as statehood demand dominates

Bessent meets China’s He Lifeng to prepare for Trump-Xi summit

8,000 bees worth over $20,000 stolen from hives in Queensland

US and China vie for AI dominance as calls grow for regulation | Gravitas

The Verdict | The Mecca Agreement is under scrutiny as Houthis attack Saudis

Saudi Arabia exits China-led mBridge digital currency platform amid Saudi-Houthi conflict

'Lot of things to learn from experienced players': Jayasuriya backs Rohit, Virat for 2027 ODI World Cup

Taylor Swift has a 'proud wife' moment as Travis Kelce scores first touchdown of season: 'That’s my husband!'

Chancellor Friedrich Merz vows to stay on as exit polls signal major poll setback

North Korea's nuclear tests triggered 1,399 earthquakes: Earth is still shaking | Gravitas

Mahabharat actor Saurav Gurjar arrested in Hyderabad, sent to 14-day judicial custody in sexual exploitation case

New OTT releases this week (September 21-27, 2026): Shaque: Trust No One, Hunkkaar, Don’t Be Shy- 5 new titles coming to Netflix, Prime Video and more

From ‘communist’ to ‘great mayor’: Trump praises Mamdani after New York meeting, discusses immigration and housing

WATCH | Mysterious lights over Tehran caught on video. Drone, aircraft or something else?

White House TV pool halts Trump coverage after CNN barred from UNGA events

Iranian airlines to shut worldwide on Sept 23, Bessent warns of US banking ban

China expels top generals Zhang Youxia, Liu Zhenli over ‘disloyalty’, corruption

Pilot recreates Mona Lisa in sky over Oklahoma and Arkansas in four-hour flight: VIDEO

Fitna Al-Khawarij: Decoding biggest security threat to Pakistan | Gravitas

Jailer 2: Vidya Balan joins Rajinikanth's upcoming film as Kantha | Watch

Microsoft executive called AI training the ‘largest theft of labour in human history’

Medieval books contain traces of a 3,700-year-old virus that recently killed 500,000 animals

40-foot waves crash into cruise ship in dangerous stretch near Antarctica. Watch

Explainer: Why rare-earth export licences and Board of Trade are US priorities ahead of Trump-Xi summit

BTS fans mock iHeartRadio’s day 2 turnout after short set controversy

The Scandal: Why so scandalous? Ji Chang Wook leaves you gasping for air

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed jubilant party workers at BJP headquarters after a sweeping victory in West Bengal, marking a historic shift in the state’s politics. With the party set to form its first government, attention has now turned to who will be the Chief Minister. The win is being seen as a major mandate, reshaping the political landscape and setting the stage for a new leadership in Bengal.


West Bengal Elections Result: TMC Falls Behind, Currently Leading On 81 Seats

Punjab’s special Assembly session ended in high political drama after opposition leaders accused Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of attending proceedings in an “inebriated” state, triggering massive protests inside the House. Congress and SAD legislators staged a walkout as heated exchanges disrupted the May Day session. The controversy has intensified political tensions in Punjab, with the ruling AAP and opposition parties trading sharp accusations over decorum and governance.


India: Opposition Accuses Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Of Being "Inebriated"

Repolling will take place at 15 polling booths in West Bengal on May 2, with election authorities tightening security arrangements across sensitive locations. Officials said voting will be held from 7 am to 6 pm, including 11 booths in Magrahat and four in Diamond Harbour. The decision comes amid complaints and political tensions surrounding the earlier phase of polling, as parties intensify their campaign push ahead of the final results.


West Bengal Election: Repolling at 15 Booths on May 2

Donald Trump’s sons are rapidly expanding the family’s business footprint into emerging sectors including drones, cryptocurrency, and strategic minerals. Reports say the Trump-backed group is supporting a major tungsten project with investments and financing estimated at nearly $1.6 billion. The expansion reflects growing interest in industries tied to defense technology, critical supply chains, and digital finance as geopolitical competition and resource security become increasingly important worldwide.


Trump's Sons Expand Business Into Drones, Crypto & Minerals

The economic cost of the US-Israeli war on Iran is emerging as a major political issue in Washington after the Pentagon revealed that operations and maintenance expenses have already crossed $25 billion. The war’s financial burden triggered sharp exchanges between Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Democratic lawmakers, including Representative Ro Khanna, during congressional hearings. Analysts warn the conflict could further strain the US budget amid rising oil prices and global instability.


Iran War: How Much Has The US-Israeli War On Iran Cost the Americans? 

Tensions are rising inside Israel over compulsory military service.

Thousands of ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities are protesting against mandatory conscription, rejecting plans that would require greater participation in the armed forces during ongoing regional conflict pressures.

The demonstrations highlight a long-standing internal divide over religion, national duty, and military obligations in Israeli society.

Why is conscription so controversial—and what impact could this have on national security?

Israel’s Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest Against Mandatory Military Service

A significant constitutional challenge is unfolding in the United States.

Reports indicate that former President Donald Trump may be required to seek Congressional approval for continued military action in the Iran conflict, raising questions about war powers and executive authority.

The move comes amid escalating tensions in West Asia and growing scrutiny over decision-making in the ongoing Iran war scenario.

Is this a check on presidential power—or a political showdown over foreign policy control?

U.S. President Donald Trump Required To Seek Congress’ Approval On Iran War

Mass student protests have erupted across Chile against President Jose Antonio Kast’s proposed austerity measures and planned education budget cuts. Demonstrators flooded the streets of Santiago, with clashes breaking out between students and police during tense confrontations. Protesters say the proposed reductions threaten access to quality education and could deepen inequality. The unrest has intensified political pressure on the government amid growing public frustration over economic policies.


Chile Protests: Mass Protests Erupt in Chile Against Jose Antonio Kast's Austerity Plan 

Myanmar’s junta leader-turned-president has reduced prison terms under a broad amnesty order, lowering Aung San Suu Kyi’s sentence to 18 years. The move comes amid continued international scrutiny of Myanmar’s military government and the detention of political figures following the 2021 coup. While Suu Kyi remains behind bars, the sentence reduction is being closely watched as a possible signal from the junta amid ongoing political unrest and global pressure.


Myanmar's President Issues Order Reducing Prison Terms, Aung San Suu Kyi's Prison Time Reduced

A deadly car bombing in southwest Colombia that killed 21 people has intensified fears of violence ahead of the country’s upcoming national elections. Authorities are on high alert as concerns grow over political instability, armed groups, and security threats during the campaign period. The attack has cast a dark shadow over the electoral process, raising questions about voter safety and the government’s ability to contain escalating unrest.


Colombia Car Bombing: Shadow of Violence Looms Over Colombia's Upcoming National Election

How are Americans feeling about President Donald Trump's performance today? Do Pennsylvanians concur with the national Trump job approval rating?

Trump's overall presidential approval rating has been sliding since the first historic government shutdown in October. Now, since the start of the Iran war, it has dropped to its lowest this term.

According to the latest polls heading into campaign season for the 2026 midterm elections, Trump's approval rating continues sinking.

Trump's Approval Ratings: Polls Show Steady Decrease

It is not usual in India, in any state, to see political messaging in a language not commonly spoken there, let alone a foreign language. But in this Kolkata neighbourhood called Tangra — home to a small Chinese-Indian community — walls carry messages by parties in Mandarin amid the West Bengal elections, in a display of political outfits’ efforts to not leave any voter out of their campaign ambit.


West Bengal Heads Into Final Phase Of High-Stakes Assembly Elections

Keir Starmer is facing mounting political pressure over the reported appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to the United States. Critics are questioning the process behind the decision, while opposition voices are pushing for greater scrutiny. Reports suggest Starmer could even face a parliamentary probe if a motion demanding an investigation gains support.


UK Prime Minister Faces Parliamentary Vote on Possible Inquiry Over Mandelson's Appointment

Benjamin Netanyahu has appeared before court after a two-month delay in his long-running corruption trial. The Israeli leader had earlier sought postponements citing security concerns amid ongoing regional tensions. The case remains one of the most closely watched legal and political battles in Israel, with critics and supporters sharply divided over its implications for the country’s leadership and judiciary.


Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Appears Before Court After Two Months of Delay 

Reports suggest a rise in political violence attributed to extreme-left individuals in the U.S., with some commentary arguing it has overtaken right-wing incidents. However, broader research historically indicates that right-wing extremist violence has been more frequent and deadly, even as political violence from both sides has increased.


US' Extreme-left Overtakes Extreme-Right in Cases of Political Violence

Months into his second term, Donald Trump wagered that he could beat the historic trend of the party in power losing seats in midterm elections if Republican-led states redrew congressional maps to sweep Democrats out of office.

The gamble is looking to be a bust, or at best a draw, for the president, after Democrats fought back with their own redistricting efforts, the latest of which came to fruition in Virginia on Tuesday, when voters approved a plan that could remove all but one of the five Republicans in its current House of Representatives delegation.

Race to Win Midterms Election Triggers a Redistricting War in the United States

Melania Trump has broken her silence, strongly criticising Jimmy Kimmel over remarks she called offensive and inappropriate. She has urged ABC to take action, escalating the controversy. The clash has sparked a wider debate over political satire, public figures, and where the line should be drawn.


US President Donald Trump Wants Late-night Show Host Jimmy Kimmel to Be Fired

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set for a four-day visit to the United States starting April 27, where they will meet Donald Trump at the White House. The visit comes at a sensitive time, with Trump both praising the King and criticising UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The trip is being closely watched as a potential moment to reset and strengthen UK-US ties.


People Stage Demonstrations Against King Charles' Upcoming Visit to the United States

The conflict between the US and Iran sits at a critical crossroads—war or diplomacy. While Donald Trump has ordered strikes without formal congressional approval, debates over the US Constitution are intensifying. Lawmakers argue only Congress can declare war, raising legal and political challenges. At the same time, both sides continue exploring talks, even as tensions remain high.

Iran and US Continue Their Quest for Peace Despite Major Disagreements |

A critical deadline is approaching for Donald Trump as questions grow over the legality of any prolonged military action against Iran. Under the US Constitution, the power to declare war rests with Congress—not the president. If operations extend beyond May 1, lawmakers could step in, setting up a potential clash over war powers. Here’s what’s at stake and why it matters.


Donald Trump's War On Iran Could Face Roadblock In Congress If It Stretched Beyond May 1 

Abbas Araghchi met Vladimir Putin in a high-stakes diplomatic exchange, calling Russia a “strategic partner” of Iran. Putin, in turn, expressed hope for peace and stability in Iran. The meeting comes at a time of rising regional tensions, highlighting deepening ties between Tehran and Moscow. What does this growing partnership mean for global geopolitics and the balance of power?


Iran's Foreign Minister Meets Russian President; Putin Conveys Hope For Peace In Iran

In a major political development in Jerusalem, former prime ministers Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid have announced a joint alliance ahead of upcoming elections.

The two leaders—who previously shared power in a historic coalition—are now merging forces to challenge longtime Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Their new political bloc aims to unite Israel’s divided opposition and present a stronger alternative to Netanyahu’s leadership.

A key campaign focus is expected to be accountability for the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, an issue that continues to shape public debate and political strategy.


Israel Elections 2026: Naftali Bennett and Yair Lapid Unite Against Netanyahu Ahead of Elections 

Nearly 90 per cent of the 3.60 crore electorate turned out to vote in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections on Thursday, with high participation recorded alongside sporadic violence and allegations linked to voter list revisions.

Voter turnout stood at 89.93 per cent by 5 pm across 16 districts where polling began at 7 am, covering 152 constituencies and deciding the fate of 1,478 candidates, including 167 women, in the 294-member Assembly. With voting continuing till 6 pm, observers said the final turnout could cross 95 per cent.

West Bengal Registers 92% Voter Turnout In Phase 1

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI, set for a jury trial on April 27, 2026, alleges that the company abandoned its founding mission to develop artificial intelligence for the benefit of humanity in favor of maximizing profits for Microsoft. The lawsuit seeks to remove CEO Sam Altman, reverse the company's for-profit pivot, and return "ill-gotten gains" to the non-profit. 


Elon Musk Takes OpenAI To Court; What The Lawsuit Alleges?

A new front has opened in the US-Iran standoff: the battle of narratives. Iran has mocked Donald Trump after his controversial repost referring to countries like India as “hellholes,” even suggesting a “cultural detox.”
The sharp response, amplified on social media by Iranian missions, reflects how diplomacy is increasingly playing out online, with messaging, perception, and global opinion becoming key tools alongside military power.

US-Iran War: Iran Mocks US President After His 'Hellhole' Repost On India 

Amid rising geopolitical tensions, top leadership in Iran is projecting a firm and unified front, dismissing claims of internal divisions made by Donald Trump. Officials are echoing a consistent message of national unity, even as analysts point to evolving power dynamics within the system. The growing role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has sparked debate over whether Iran’s internal balance of power is shifting.


Iran Top Leadership Amplifies The Voice Of Iran

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