Flash floods brought Atlanta’s interstate system to a standstill during rush hour as heavy rains triggered widespread waterlogging and traffic chaos. Vehicles were stranded on major highways including I-75 and I-85, forcing emergency response teams and city workers to clear drains and manage the situation.


Atlanta: Flash Floods Paralyze Atlanta Interstate During Rush Hour Traffic 

Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate as President Donald Trump states that Washington will wait for Iran’s “right answer” amid ongoing negotiations and military threats. The statement adds fresh uncertainty to already strained diplomatic efforts, with both sides weighing options between a potential deal and further escalation in the Middle East conflict.

US-Iran War: Trump Says US Will Wait for Iran’s “Right Answer” 

Political tensions are rising in Tamil Nadu ahead of key electoral developments as CPI(M) has reportedly threatened to withdraw its support if actor-turned-politician Vijay moves ahead with the induction of AIADMK MLAs.


Tamil Nadu Elections: CPI(M) Threatens to Withdraw Support if Vijay Inducts AIADMK MLAs 

 The US. 30-year treasury yield is flashing red. It is now trading near its highest level in 19 years. That is a signal investors cannot ignore for long. Yet Wall Street appears unmoved. The S&P 500 remains within 2 percent of its all-time high. But bonds are screaming danger. The two are telling very different stories.

How Long Can Wall Street Ignore The Bond Market Alarm?

India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has a bold claim. He says India’s toffee tale would surely be a melody to the ears. And the numbers back him up.

India’s confectionery exports have surged nearly 166 percent since 2013–14. That is not a small jump. That is a transformation.

Indian sweets and candies are reaching kitchens and shelves around the world. From West Asia to Europe, demand is rising.

India Turns Sweet Maker to World Supplier 

The Essel Group marks 100 years since its founding in 1926, growing from a humble grain store in Haryana's Hisar district into one of India's major business conglomerates. Over the decades, the group expanded across media, entertainment, infrastructure and technology, emerging as a prominent force in India's private broadcasting industry.

On #Essel100, WION looks back at its evolution and role in the growth of Indian enterprise.

Essel Group Celebrates 100 Years Of Legacy & Growth

India runs a trade deficit of $333 billion. It imports 88 percent of its crude oil. Every month, the country spends $19 billion just buying oil.

The result: the rupee is hitting repeated record lows, testing 97 per dollar for the first time ever.

RBI Burns $30 BN, Rupee Still Under Pressure

Financial market bets directly contradict what president Donald trump spent the last year demanding. Interest rate futures are flashing a startling signal.
The BASE case among traders now shows incoming federal reserve chair Kevin Warsh hiking rates as his very first policy move. Not rate cuts or pause, but a hike.


New Fed Chair Warsh Faces Pressure For Immediate Hike

The European Union has officially finalised the implementation phase of the “Turnberry Agreement,” marking a key step in advancing its latest policy framework. The agreement is expected to shape future cooperation, regulatory alignment, and strategic coordination among member states.


EU Finalises Implementation of the 'Turnberry Agreement' 

The United States has alleged that China is linked to a growing global scam center network involved in large-scale online fraud operations. Officials claim these networks are targeting victims worldwide through cyber scams, financial fraud, and digital deception schemes.


US Alleges China's Connection to Global Scam Center Network 

Tensions escalate in Bolivia as protesters clash with police amid growing anger over a deepening cost of living crisis. Demonstrators are demanding urgent government action as inflation and economic pressure continue to rise across the country.


Bolivia Protests Escalate as Court Building Is Looted in La Paz

The European Union and the United States have reached a provisional agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation on trade, security, and strategic global issues. While the deal is not yet final, both sides have expressed optimism about resolving key differences and moving toward a more structured partnership. The agreement comes amid shifting global alliances and rising geopolitical tensions.


European Union Makes Provisional Agreement With the US 

The Speaker of Iran’s Parliament has strongly criticized the United States, accusing it of fueling wars and being controlled by elite interests. The remarks were made online and reflect rising political rhetoric amid ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington. 


Iranian Parliament Speaker Slams US Wars And Elites Online

Lithuania has lifted its security alert after suspected drones approaching from Belarus triggered heightened vigilance along the border. Authorities closely monitored the situation amid growing concerns over airspace violations and regional security risks in Eastern Europe.


Lithuania Lifts Alert After Suspected Drones Approaching from Belarus

Poland has clarified that the deployment of US troops has been delayed, not cancelled, amid ongoing security coordination within NATO. The development comes as Eastern European nations continue to strengthen their defense posture in response to regional tensions.


Poland: US Troop Deployment Delayed, Not Cancelled 

Poland Says US Troop Deployment Delayed, Not Cancelled Amid NATO Coordination

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to begin a four-day visit to India starting May 23, highlighting the growing strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi. Discussions are expected to focus on defence cooperation, Indo-Pacific security, trade, technology and regional geopolitical developments.


US Secy of State Marco Rubio to Begin 4-Day India Visit on May 23 

#Gravitas The rupee’s record low could soon show up in the monthly budgets of ordinary Indians through costlier fuel, more expensive gadgets, higher foreign travel bills and rising prices of daily essentials.  While the impact may not be immediate, a prolonged weakness in the rupee could make life more expensive for households across the country.


Indian Rupee Hits All-Time Low, What Does It Mean for the Common Man? 

#Gravitas During a heated U.S. House Armed Services Committee hearing, Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton clashed with Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper over the human cost of the Iran war.


US Admiral Defends Missile Strike on Iran Girls' School 

#Gravitas India has taken another major step towards strengthening its Indigenous defence capabilities. India's defence research and development organisation has completed development trials of the unmanned aerial vehicle-launched precision-guided missile, known as the ULPGM-V3.  


India Tests Game-Changing Drone Missile

Afghanistan’s new family law has sparked widespread debate across South Asia, raising questions about legal reforms, women’s rights, and social structure in the country. The law is being closely watched by regional observers as it could reshape family norms, inheritance rules, and domestic governance.


Afghanistan's New Family Law 

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was reportedly prevented from aggressively pursuing aspects of an investigation involving former US President Donald Trump, according to new revelations that have reignited debate over political influence and accountability within federal institutions. The report has sparked criticism from both political allies and opponents as questions grow over the handling of high-profile tax probes in the United States.


IRS Barred From Chasing Trump in Tax Probe

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has declared that blockades, sanctions and economic pressure will not force Iran to surrender amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Ghalibaf accused Washington of using economic warfare and psychological pressure to weaken Tehran, while insisting that Iran would continue resisting foreign pressure.


US-Iran War | Ghalibaf: Blockade, Economic Pressure Will Not Compel Iran to Surrender

Former Navy SEAL Gallrein has defeated Thomas Massie in a closely watched Kentucky political contest, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape. The race drew national attention due to Massie’s strong conservative profile and outspoken positions on key issues in Washington. Gallrein’s victory is being viewed as a significant political upset that could reshape power dynamics within the Republican Party ahead of upcoming national elections


Former Navy Seal Gallrein Defeats Massie in Kentucky Contest

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