​On April 22, 2025, Gujarat tourist Rishi Bhatt inadvertently captured the onset of a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, while ziplining in Baisaran Valley. As he began his ride, the zipline operator reportedly chanted "Allahu Akbar" three times, immediately followed by gunfire. Bhatt, along with his wife and son, witnessed the chaos unfold, seeing several tourists shot. He quickly unlatched himself from the zipline, gathered his family, and sought refuge in a nearby pit. The attack, claimed by the militant group "Kashmir Resistance," resulted in 26 fatalities and 17 injuries. Bhatt's video has since gone viral, prompting an investigation into the zipline operator's actions. ​

‘Allahu Akbar’… then gunfire: Gujarat tourist Rishi Bhatt's shocking claim on Pahalgam terror

Zee Rajasthan and WION came together for one-of-a-kind event 'Padharo Mhare Desh' to celebrate the vibrant culture of Rajasthan. In 2024, the desert state witnessed a tourism boom, attracting travellers from all corners of India and beyond. What’s behind this soaring popularity? Let’s dive into the magic that makes Rajasthan truly unforgettable.

Padharo mhare desh: Rajasthan as 'tourism capital' of India

Pope Francis died Monday morning, Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced.

“At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church,″ Farrell said in the announcement.

“He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with faithfulness, courage, and universal love, especially for the poorest and most marginalized.

Pope Francis dies on Easter Monday aged 88

Five  people have died in the Ramban area of India's Jammu Division during a cloudburst in the area. Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh have been witnessing some unexpected weather changes, while the higher reaches have received snowfall, the plains have been lashed with rain. The National Highways that connect Srinagar to Jammu, Srinagar to Leh and Srinagar to Gurez have been shut for traffic due to snow and landslides. Watch in for more details!

India: 5 killed as cloudburst hits Ramban

New Delhi ( India): U.S Vice President JD Vance arrives at New Delhi Airport ( AFS Palam) on his 4 days India visit. US Vice President is scheduled to meet PM Modi and will attend several other program during the visit.

US Vice President JD Vance arrives at AFS Palam

Pope Francis death: Pope Francis has died, the Vatican Camerlengo announces

A 19-year-old Asian elephant at the Zurich Zoo gave birth this weekend to a male calf whose name, starting with the letter Z, will be announced this week.

An Asian elephant calf was born at Zurich Zoo and its name will start with the letter Z.

Heatwave conditions have arrived earlier than expected in Delhi and across parts of northwest and central India. The IMD has issued a six-day alert, with temperatures in New Delhi expected to hit 40°C. Gujarat’s Saurashtra-Kutch region is also under a heatwave warning. Residents are advised to take precautions as extreme heat intensifies. Watch to know more!

Heatwave makes a comeback at North-India

They’re young. They’re rich. And they’re not buying stocks or bonds. South Korea's elite are going all in on something bolder, riskier, and truly digital. Take a look at this story to find out how cryptos are taking over portfolios around the world...

More South Koreans now betting on crypto's appeal

Israel has acknowledged a mistake in its recent attack on an ambulance during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The admission comes after an investigation revealed the vehicle was mistakenly targeted, raising concerns over the safety of medical personnel and civilians amid the ongoing violence. This incident adds to the already intense scrutiny on military operations in the region.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel admits error in attack on ambulance

A Chilean zoo got festive by treating its animals to colorful Easter eggs filled with snacks. Watch how lions, monkeys, and more enjoy the holiday fun in their own wild way!

Chile zoo treats animals with easter eggs

Israel-Hamas war: Israel admits "Gaza medics' killing a mistake"

Blusmart, the electric ride-hailing startup launched in 2018, has suspended its operations following SEBI allegations over fund diversion. The Bengaluru-based company raised over Rs 4,100 crore from investors, including high-profile figures like cricketer MS Dhoni, actress Deepika Padukone, business leader Sanjeev Bajaj, and BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover.

Ride-hailing EV startup Blusmart faces uncertain future

In a surprising move, South Korea’s acting president says the country will not fight back against a wave of new U.S. tariffs despite serious concerns from Korean industries. With trade talks set to begin next week, Seoul is sending its top trade and finance officials to Washington to make their case.

South Korea braces for the 'Trump effect' amid trade talks

India’s apparel exports are powering ahead, registering double-digit growth in the financial year ending March 31, 2025, according to a new report by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry. While overall textile exports showed modest gains, it was the apparel segment that clearly led the charge, helping the broader industry edge forward despite global uncertainty.

Tariff woes loom over India's textile rise

As the U.S.-China trade conflict escalates, Apple finds itself in a precarious position—wedged between political firepower and consumer expectations. With nearly 90% of its products still assembled in China, the tech giant’s deep reliance on the region is becoming a liability. For growing economies like India, however, this upheaval brings both opportunity and complexity.

Apple faces major headwinds as US-China trade wars intensify

As global markets dance to the tune of uncertainty, one economy is quietly stealing the spotlight — India. Global investors are rediscovering their appetite for Indian equities, and Jefferies’ latest move is a bold testament to that.

Indian stocks eye upside as earnings likely to pickup

A senior Hezbollah commander was killed in an Israeli Air Force (IAF) airstrike in southern Lebanon, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing border tensions. The strike is part of Israel's continued operations targeting Hezbollah infrastructure amid rising regional instability.

Lebanon: Hezbollah commander killed in IAF airstrike

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host US Vice President JD Vance at his official residence in New Delhi. The meeting aims to strengthen bilateral ties between India and the United States, focusing on economic, trade, and geopolitical cooperation .

US Vice President JD Vance to visit Delhi, Jaipur and Agra

From an influential Hollywood producer to a me too outcast that is graced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein is set to stand retrial of his 2020 rape and assault conviction. Weinstein faces a rape count and two criminal sexual act counts in the jury trial these are the sexual assault of former production assistant in 2006 the rape of aspiring actor in 2013 and a new count for an alleged sexual assault in 2006 in Manhattan. Watch in for more details!

Weinstein gets hospital stay during retrial

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has proposed a prisoner exchange deal with Venezuela. The move aims to repatriate Salvadoran nationals while offering a diplomatic gesture to Caracas.

Bukele proposes prisoner exchange with Venezuela

India: Five killed as cloudburst hits Ramban, snow in higher reaches of J&K and Ladakh

The 42nd weifang international kite festival opened in China's Shandong on Saturday the event is featuring a wide range of kites shaped in the for shape of dragons airplanes and animation characters as well 257 teams from 51 countries and regions have come to showcase a variety of colorful kites take a look.​

42nd Weifang International Kite Festival: Colorful kites from 51 countries take flight in Shandong

In the latest development of the "Signalgate 2.0" controversy, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly shared sensitive operational details of a March military airstrike in Yemen through a second Signal messaging chat.

Signalgate 2.0: Pete Hegseth shared Yemen plan in second Signal chat: reports

The Women's Affairs Reform Commission in Bangladesh has submitted its report to Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The report highlights key recommendations for improving the welfare and rights of women in the country, focusing on empowerment, education, and economic opportunities. This submission is seen as a step towards fostering gender equality and addressing long-standing challenges faced by women in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh: Women's Affairs Reform Commission submits report to Yunus

The Democratic Republic of Congo has suspended the political party of former President Joseph Kabila. The move comes amid rising political tensions and allegations of undermining state authority.

DR Congo suspends former President Joseph Kabila's political party

A photo claiming to show Buddha's sacred tooth in Sri Lanka has gone viral, sparking widespread attention and debate online. Authorities are investigating the authenticity and origins of the image.

Sri Lanka: Buddha's tooth picture goes viral

US Vice President JD Vance and family on four-day visit to India

Russia-Ukraine War: Trump Is Hopeful Of Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal This Week. Zelensky Claims Russian forces have launched a brutal ballistic missile assault on Kharkiv, turning the city into a warzone once again. Explosions, destruction, and rising civilian casualties—this is one of the most intense escalations in weeks.

Trump is hopeful of Russia-Ukraine peace deal this week

On April 19, 2025, two Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force ships, the Bungo and Etajima, made a historic port call at Cambodia's Ream Naval Base, which has undergone extensive upgrades funded by China. This marks the first foreign naval visit since the base's expansion, raising concerns in the United States about China's growing military presence in the region. Cambodia has emphasized its commitment to neutrality and openness, asserting that the base is accessible to warships from all friendly nations under specific conditions.​

Japan makes historic port call at China-controlled Cambodia naval base; America raises alarms

Families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza protest near the border, demanding urgent government action.
Tensions remain high as ceasefire talks stall and pressure mounts on Israeli leadership.

Israel-Hamas war: Protest near Gaza border intensifies

The death of former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash has taken a mysterious turn, with new developments raising questions about the circumstances surrounding his passing.

India: Former Karnataka DGP Om Prakash's death mystery deepens

A groundbreaking study suggests that vitamin D may play a key role in preventing colorectal cancer.
Researchers found that higher levels of vitamin D could reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer by influencing cellular processes.

Cancer prevention breakthrough: Vitamin D can help in colorectal cancer prevention

Zelensky Claims Russian forces have launched a brutal ballistic missile assault on Kharkiv, turning the city into a warzone once again. Explosions, destruction, and rising civilian casualties—this is one of the most intense escalations in weeks.

Russia-Ukraine war: Fake truce? Russia launches 59 attacks after Putin’s truce call: Zelensky

Hong Kong's largest pro-democracy party, the Democratic Party, has initiated steps toward disbandment following a vote in which over 90% of participating members supported the move. This decision reflects the diminishing political freedoms in the city under increasing pressure from Beijing. Founded in 1994, the party has been a significant force in advocating for democratic reforms.

Hong Kong's pro-democracy party moves to disband

Scotland's annual Corgi Derby at Musselburgh Racecourse saw 16 enthusiastic corgis dash 230 feet in a spirited race. Four-year-old Juno clinched victory, overtaking last year's champion, Rodney, in the final stretch. Owners Alisdair Tew and Fran Brandon credited Juno's training on Edinburgh’s Portobello Beach, where she chased seagulls, for her win. The event, honoring Queen Elizabeth II's affection for corgis, was first held in 2022 to mark her 70-year reign. ​

Annual Corgi Derby: Racing dogs compete head-to-head in Scotland

RCB successfully chased down the 158-run target in 18.5 overs, securing a dominant victory in the Indian Premier League. The team's consistent batting performance led them to a comfortable win, with key contributions from their top order.

Indian Premier League: RCB chased down the 158-run target in 18.5 overs

Indonesia plans to deploy 100 military battalions across the country to support and enforce its national development agenda. The move has sparked debate over the growing role of the military in civilian affairs and governance.

Indonesia: 100 military battalions planned to enforce government agenda

In Maharashtra, the state government's initiative to promote Hindi in schools has ignited significant political debate. Opposition parties, including the Shiv Sena (UBT), have criticized the move, arguing that it undermines the prominence of Marathi and imposes Hindi on non-Hindi-speaking regions. Shiv Sena leaders have expressed concerns over the government's reference to Hindi as the 'national language' in official documents, emphasizing that Hindi holds the status of an official language, not a national one. ​

Maharashtra divided over Hindi in schools; opposition unites against BJP's push

China has reportedly developed a hydrogen bomb capable of precise control over its blast intensity, marking a significant advancement in its nuclear weapons technology.

China: China's H-bomb allows precise control over blast intensity

The US Supreme Court has ordered the trump administration not to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members and this comes after lawyers representing the Venezuelan immigrants urged for the top court's intervention as trump administration invoked alien enemies act against them. Watch in for more details!

US top court halts deportation of Venezuelans

The United States has initiated a significant drawdown of its military presence in Syria, beginning the withdrawal of forces from five bases in the northeastern region. This move is part of a broader plan to reduce U.S. troop numbers in Syria from approximately 2,000 to under 1,000 over the coming months. The decision aligns with ongoing efforts to reassess America's military engagements abroad and reflects a shift in focus within the U.S. Central Command. ​

US begins withdrawal of forces from five bases in Syria

The United States has intensified its air campaign against Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, launching a series of strikes on key infrastructure, including the Ras Isa oil terminal. The April 17 attack resulted in at least 80 deaths and over 170 injuries, marking the deadliest incident in the current campaign. ​

US-Houthis war: US continues its offensive on Yemen Houthis

Five international students—three from India and two from China—have filed a class-action lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging the unlawful termination of their F-1 student visas. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court of New Hampshire, accuses the Department of Homeland Security of revoking the legal status of "hundreds, if not thousands" of international students without due process. ​

Indian, Chinese students sue Trump administration over F-1 visa revocations

Nobel Prize-winning author Mario Vargas Llosa has passed away at the age of 89. A towering figure in Latin American literature, Llosa was known for masterpieces like The Time of the Hero and Conversation in the Cathedral. The literary world mourns the loss of a global icon.

Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-winning author, dies at 89

​Mexico is currently battling multiple wildfires that have consumed thousands of hectares across various states. As of April 7, fires in the northern region have burned at least 42,000 hectares of brush and pastureland in steep terrain. These fires have led the Mexican government to declare a national disaster and seek international assistance.

Mexico wildfire consumes hundreds of hectares of land

The United Nations has warned that many of the world’s glaciers are at risk of disappearing by the end of the 21st century due to climate change. Rising global temperatures and melting ice could lead to severe consequences, including rising sea levels and disruptions to water supplies for millions. The situation calls for urgent global action to mitigate environmental damage.

UN: Glaciers may not survive 21st century

Pakistan has emerged as the world's largest importer of solar panels, bringing in 17 gigawatts in 2024 alone. This surge is driven by households, small businesses, and commercial users seeking affordable and reliable energy amid rising electricity costs and frequent power outages.

Pakistan becomes biggest solar panel importer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has openly criticized French President Emmanuel Macron over recent diplomatic remarks. The tensions come amid growing international scrutiny of Israel’s military actions and France’s stance on the Gaza conflict. The criticism reflects deepening rifts between key global leaders on Middle East policy.

Netanyahu vs Macron: Netanyahu criticises France President Macron

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