Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the United States’ AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite. It was launched at 8:55 AM today from the Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.


Breaking: Indian Space Agency's 5th and Final Rocket Launch of 2025

The UK government is set to ban the practice of boiling lobsters alive as part of sweeping animal cruelty reforms. The move recognises crustaceans as sentient beings capable of feeling pain and marks a significant shift in animal welfare standards. The proposed changes aim to modernise food preparation laws and strengthen protections for animals across the country.


UK to Ban Boiling Lobsters Alive Under Animal Cruelty Reforms

The Libyan Army’s chief of staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, and four other military officials were killed in a tragic plane crash while returning from Turkey’s capital Ankara on Tuesday, said Libya’s Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah.

Libya Plane Crash in Turkey Kills Libya Army Chief, Four Others | Investigation Ongoing

Turkey’s agricultural heartland is literally caving in. In the drought-hit Konya Plain, hundreds of sinkholes are opening without warning, swallowing fields and scarring one of the nation’s most important wheat-growing regions.


Turkey: 700 Sinkholes Destroy Turkey's Farms: What's Behind the Mysterious Phenomenon?

Libyan Army Chief, 4 Others Killed in Plane Crash in Turkey; Probe Underway

Ukraine said on Tuesday it had pulled its forces out of a hard-fought eastern town as Russia stepped up air strikes that killed civilians, knocked out power supplies and underlined the lack of progress in diplomatic efforts to end the war ahead of Christmas.


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Withdraws Troops From Eastern Town Amid Deadly Russian Strikes

US–Venezuela tensions escalate as the US President calls on President Nicolás Maduro to step down amid rising diplomatic strain. The move comes amid ongoing disputes over Venezuela’s political and economic situation. Washington urges a peaceful transition of power, while Caracas condemns foreign interference.


US President Calls for Maduro to Step Down As Tensions Mount

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.


Breast Cancer Cases in India Expected to Rise Over 5% Annually

India is close to finalising a $450 million export deal for its BrahMos supersonic cruise missile with Vietnam and Indonesia. The agreement would mark a major expansion of India’s defence exports and strengthen strategic ties in the Indo-Pacific region. Analysts say the deal highlights growing global demand for Indian-made weapons systems and New Delhi’s push to emerge as a key defence supplier.


India Nears $450 Million BrahMos Missile Deal With Vietnam and Indonesia

The UK government is set to ban the practice of boiling lobsters alive as part of sweeping animal cruelty reforms. The move recognises crustaceans as sentient beings capable of feeling pain and marks a significant shift in animal welfare standards. The proposed changes aim to modernise food preparation laws and strengthen protections for animals across the country.

UK to Ban Boiling Lobsters Alive Under Animal Cruelty Reforms 

Russia has launched a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine, firing waves of missiles and drones at key energy infrastructure across the country. Ukrainian officials say the attacks are aimed at crippling power generation and heating systems as winter conditions worsen.

The strikes mark one of the most intense bombardments in recent months, underscoring Moscow’s continued strategy of targeting civilian infrastructure amid the prolonged war. Emergency crews are racing to restore power as air defenses intercept incoming threats.

Russia Launches Large-Scale Air Assault Targeting Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure

The Russian Ambassador in Bangladesh has weighed in on the souring of ties between Dhaka and New Delhi. He has asked Dhaka to remember the crucial role that India played in securing Bangladesh's independence from Pakistan in 1971. The Russian reminder comes as Dhaka keeps issuing statements of alarm over the recent protests in India. Indian have been protesting over the lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh. India has ensured that no harm has come to Bangladeshi diplomatic missions.

Russia Urges De-Escalation Of Delhi Dhaka Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed calls for the United States to acquire Greenland, reigniting geopolitical tensions with the European Union. Brussels has firmly rejected the idea, pledging to protect Greenland’s sovereignty and the broader Arctic region.

The renewed dispute highlights the Arctic’s growing strategic importance, driven by climate change, emerging shipping routes, and competition over critical resources. Analysts say the standoff reflects a broader struggle for influence in the rapidly changing Arctic landscape.

Trump Wants Greenland as EU Vows to Shield Arctic Nation |

According to a Reuters investigation, U.S. intelligence gathering flights have been operating over large parts of Nigeria since late November. Flight tracking data and U.S. officials suggest increased security cooperation between Washington and Abuja, following President Donald Trump’s warnings over violence targeting Christian communities. Analysts say the missions may mark a renewed U.S. intelligence presence in West Africa after its withdrawal from Niger, raising questions about surveillance, counterterrorism efforts, and regional security dynamics.

Is the U.S. Spying on Nigeria? Surveillance Flights Detected After Trump Warning

ISRO’s LVM3 rocket is set to attempt its heaviest launch ever, carrying the 6,100 kg BlueBird satellite built by US-based AST SpaceMobile. The mission aims to deliver space-based cellular broadband that can connect directly to smartphones, without ground towers.

This landmark launch positions ISRO at the center of a fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar space communications race dominated by players like SpaceX. With massive commercial and strategic stakes, the mission marks a defining moment for India’s rise as a trusted global launch partner and a major force in next-generation satellite technology.

American Satellite Trusts Indian Rocket for ISRO’s Most Powerful Mission Yet 

#Gravitas Two NATO-nation intelligence services suspect Russia is developing a new anti-satellite weapon to target Elon Musk’s Starlink constellation with hundreds of thousands of high-density pellets, potentially disabling multiple satellites at once.

Russia Designing New ‘Weapon of Fear’ to Wreak Havoc in Space, NATO Warns

Pakistan has reportedly signed a major weapons deal with eastern Libya’s Libyan National Army, openly defying a long-standing United Nations arms embargo on the conflict-torn country. Islamabad has described the agreement as a strategic breakthrough, even as Pakistan faces significant economic challenges at home.

The reported deal, said to be worth billions, has raised serious concerns among international observers and diplomats, given Libya’s ongoing instability and the strict UN restrictions on military transfers. The development has renewed scrutiny of regional arms flows, sanctions enforcement, and Pakistan’s evolving defence export strategy.

Islamabad Signs Major Weapons Deal With Libya Despite UN Arms Embargo

A new Pentagon assessment has raised serious concerns over China’s expanding nuclear capabilities. The report suggests Beijing has likely loaded over a hundred intercontinental ballistic missiles across newly constructed silo fields near its border with Mongolia. United States officials warn China is increasing its nuclear strength at an unprecedented pace while refusing to engage in arms control discussions. Beijing has rejected the assessment and maintains that its nuclear posture is purely defensive.

China Loads, Locks 100 ICBMs Near Mongolia for Nuclear War Over Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new class of American warships named after himself. Speaking from Mar a Lago, Trump said the Trump Class warships will be the largest and most powerful battleships ever built by the United States. The U.S. Navy is expected to begin work on two massive vessels, including the USS Defiant. Trump insists the warships are not aimed at any one country and are meant to deter future threats through strength. Critics say the move reflects a growing effort to brand American institutions with the president’s name, raising questions about where presidential legacy ends and personal branding begins.

Make America Trump Again? Trump Names New U.S. Warships After Himself

At least 12 fishermen from Tamil Nadu were arrested by Sri Lankan naval personnel on Tuesday for allegedly poaching in international waters. The incident once again highlights the ongoing tensions faced by Indian fishermen in the Palk Strait region, where disputes over maritime boundaries and fishing rights have persisted for decades. Authorities from both sides continue to manage the delicate balance between law enforcement and fishermen’s livelihoods.

Sri Lankan Naval Personnel Arrest 12 Tamil Nadu Fishermen Over Alleged Poaching

The United States is pressing for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan’s civil war as violence intensifies in the strategic Kordofan region. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that the escalating conflict is “horrifying” and said all those involved will face lasting condemnation. At least 100 civilians have been killed since early December, more than 50,000 people displaced in Kordofan, and over 12 million displaced nationwide as the war continues. The crisis resonated at a UN Security Council session as Washington stepped up diplomatic efforts.

Africa: US Pushes for Ceasefire in Sudan as Violence Escalates | WION

A Supreme Court ruling adopting a narrow 100-metre elevation rule to define the Aravalli Hills has triggered major debate and concern. Experts warn the rule could remove protection from over 90% of the range, opening it to mining and real estate activity and causing serious ecological damage such as desertification, water scarcity, and pollution affecting Delhi-NCR. Although mining is completely banned in Delhi-NCR, protesters have taken to the streets in Udaipur and Jodhpur, demanding an immediate review of the decision.

Aravalli Row: 100-Meter Height Rule on Aravalli Hills Triggers Protests and Ecological Concerns 

Models, designers, and fashion lovers gathered at Goma’s Serena Hotel for the fourth edition of Kivu Fashion Week, founded in 2022 by Voyance Batinda. The runway showcased evening gowns and modern interpretations of traditional clothing while promoting solidarity, hope, and resilience in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a region affected by long-running conflict. Despite ongoing violence and recent clashes involving M23 rebels, the organisers and participants say continuing the fashion show is a way to unite communities and highlight creativity, culture, and peace beyond the war.

Africa: Fourth Edition of Kivu Fashion Week Celebrates Solidarity and Resilience in Goma, DRC

Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir has claimed the country received “divine help” during Operation Sindoor, referring to the military confrontation with India in May. According to Munir, this assistance was felt during the conflict, sparking debate and raising questions about military messaging, faith, and regional tensions.

Munir: Pakistan Got Divine Help During Operation Sindoor

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