Gold prices surged 1.2% to a new record high of $4,530 per ounce, extending the rally in precious metals. Silver also jumped past $75 per ounce for the first time ever, marking another all-time high for the sector as investors move into safe-haven assets.


Gold-Silver On Record Breaking Spree: Silver Tops $75/Oz for First Time

#Gravitas The call to bring Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s ashes home has returned to the national spotlight. The freedom fighter's family has appealed to President Droupadi Murmu to help repatriate the remains to India.

Family Requests President Murmu’s Help to Bring Netaji’s Remains

Ukraine has claimed it used UK-supplied Storm Shadow cruise missiles to strike a key Russian oil refinery, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. The development comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterates his ambition to seize the entire Donbas region. The strike highlights Ukraine’s growing long-range strike capabilities and the evolving dynamics of the war.

Ukraine Claims It Used UK Storm Shadow Missiles To Hit Key Russian Refinery

Astronomers are closely tracking a mysterious interstellar comet showing an unusual wobble and unexpected flaring activity. Dubbed an “alien” comet, the object’s strange behavior has sparked scientific curiosity and debate about its origin and composition. New observations reveal dramatic changes as it moves through the solar system.

Watch The Weird Wobble Of The Strangest Comet

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has accused the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus of targeting religious minorities and failing to ensure their safety. Recent violent incidents, including the lynching of Hindu men, have sparked nationwide controversy.
The interim government, however, denies that these killings are communal, stating that they are related to political or criminal motives.

Bangladesh Turmoil: Sheikh Hasina Attacks Yunus Government

Pakistan’s government has accused PTI leaders of fueling unrest under the pretext of political protests, alleging that demonstrations are being used to incite chaos and undermine public order. Officials claim the party is exploiting street mobilization to challenge state authority, while PTI denies the accusations.

Pakistan In Turmoil: Calls For Imran Khan's Release From Jail Grow

Japan has passed a record national budget as the coalition government ramps up defence spending for 2026, reflecting growing security concerns in the Indo-Pacific. The move has sparked protests across the country, with demonstrators urging the government to ban arms exports and warning against militarisation. The budget highlights Japan’s shifting defence posture amid regional tensions.

Japan's Coalition Govt Boosts Defence Spending For 2026

The United States has carried out strikes against I-S targets in Nigeria’s Sokoto province, underscoring the growing global footprint of the terror outfit and its affiliates. Security assessments indicate that I-S-linked groups are now active across more than 10 countries, raising alarm over the organisation’s expanding reach beyond the Middle East and into Africa and other regions. The development highlights escalating counterterrorism challenges worldwide.

U.S. Strikes I-S In Sokoto Province Of Nigeria | Footprint Of Terror Outfit & Affiliates

Bangladesh: Hasina Accuses Yunus Govt of Targeting Minorities |Interim Govt Denies Communal Killings

Ranveer Singh is back as the spy hero in Dhurandar 2, the highly anticipated sequel hitting theaters in March 2026. Following the success of the first film, the sequel will release in five Indian languages, promising a thrilling cinematic experience for audiences across India.


Dhurandar 2 Set for March 2026 Release, Ranveer Singh Returns in Pan-India Spy Thriller | WION

Helicopter Crash on Mount Kilimanjaro Kills Five on Rescue Mission 

Jigawa Police Arrest Drug Kingpins, Seize Over 4,000 Illicit Substances

Palestinian actor and filmmaker Mohammed Bakri has passed away at the age of 73. Known for his impactful performances and contributions to cinema, Bakri’s death has sparked tributes from artists and audiences worldwide.


Palestinian Actor Mohammed Bakri Dies at 73, Global Cinema Mourns

Turmoil has engulfed Bangladesh ever since Sheikh Hasina was ousted following widespread protests on august 5, 2024. But beyond the visible fires lies a burning economy.


Bangladesh: Post-Coup Bangladesh Economy Plunges Into Crisis

A young Indian doctoral student was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus, prompting a homicide investigation by the Toronto Police Service and an expression of deep anguish from the Consulate General of India in Toronto.

Toronto: 20-year-Old Indian Student Shot Dead Near University of Toronto, Suspects on the Run

The United States has launched strikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria, according to the US military. Officials said the Nigerian government requested the strikes. U.S. President Donald Trump accused Islamic State of “viciously killing” Christians and warned that further action could follow.


US- Nigeria: US Launches Military Strikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria

Earth's growing heat imbalance a new scientific study reveals a surprising twist in the way our planet is warming...

While air pollution has long been blamed for climate change, ---

Researchers now say the biggest driver of earth’s growing heat imbalance may actually lie in changes to cloud behavior...

Study: Earth Absorbing More Solar Energy

Air pollution levels have worsened across North and East India as dense fog and smog once again blanket Delhi. Poor air quality has reduced visibility, disrupted transport, and raised health concerns, with authorities urging caution as AQI levels remain in the poor to very poor category across several regions.

Air Pollution Worsens Across North and East India; Fog  & Smog Blankets Delhi Again

Yakutsk, Russia, records bone-chilling temperatures of -56°C, making it one of the coldest inhabited places on Earth. Authorities have closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors as the Siberian region faces extreme winter conditions.


Russia’s Yakutsk Hits -56°C, Schools Closed Amid Extreme Cold | WION Climate Tracker

US- Nigeria: US Launches Military Strikes Against Islamic State Targets in Nigeria 

Karnataka Tragedy: Helium Balloon Cylinder Explosion Kills One, Injures Five

Nigeria’s Tinubu Pledges Religious Freedom Amid U.S. Anti-ISIS Strike


The United States has launched deadly airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Nigeria, following President Donald Trump’s warning about threats to Christians in the region. 

US-Nigeria: Trump Warns of Christian Threat as US Hits ISIS in Nigeria

Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly flagged Pakistan’s stability as a potential nuclear risk early on, highlighting concerns over security and regional stability.


Putin Flagged Pakistan's Stability As a Nuclear Risk Early On

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