Protests swept across Iran despite an internet and communications shutdown, after exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi called for nationwide demonstrations. State TV acknowledged unrest and warned of casualties, while rights groups reported dozens killed and thousands detained... [Read More]
09 January,2026 04:09 PM IST | Dubai | APUkrainian officials said four people were killed and at least 22 wounded in the capital overnight. Russia didn`t say where Oreshnik hit, but Russian media and military bloggers said it targeted a huge underground natural gas storage in Ukraine`s western Lviv region... [Read More]
09 January,2026 04:10 PM IST | Moscow | APSyria’s Defence Ministry announced a ceasefire in parts of Aleppo following three days of clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters that displaced thousands. The statement said the ceasefire was effective at 3 am in the neighbourhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud, Achrafieh and Bani Zaid and gave armed groups six hours to leave the area... [Read More]
09 January,2026 02:05 PM IST | Aleppo | APTrump said the two mortgage companies under government conservatorship, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, have USD 200 billion in cash that will be used to make the purchase.... [Read More]
09 January,2026 08:24 AM IST | Washington | AP , PTIThe Department of Homeland Security described the vehicle`s passenger as "a Venezuelan illegal alien affiliated with the transnational Tren de Aragua prostitution ring" who had been involved in a recent shooting in Portland... [Read More]
09 January,2026 08:18 AM IST | Portland (Oregon) | AP , PTISpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day. (All pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
09 January,2026 07:47 PM ISTThe Madras High Court on Friday directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to promptly issue a U/A 16+ certificate to Jana Nayagan, the Vijay-starrer film whose theatrical release was postponed. The film is significant as Vijay’s final cinematic release before his full-time entry into politics. It also stars Premalu fame Mamitha Baiju, who is set to play his adopter daughter in the flick. Let’s know more about her... [Read More]
09 January,2026 04:43 PM ISTMinneapolis was on edge Thursday following the fatal shooting of a woman by a federal officer taking part in the Trump administration`s latest immigration crackdown, with protesters venting their outrage, the governor demanding that the state take part in the investigation and schools cancelling classes as a precaution. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
09 January,2026 12:40 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has met with French President Emmanuel Macron and discussed contemporary global developments and appreciated his "positive sentiments for our Strategic Partnership". (Pics/X and AFP)... [Read More]
09 January,2026 12:29 PM ISTFarah Khan is a woman who dons multiple hats. From acting, filmmaking to choreographing and producing, Farah has contributed to the industry in multiple ways and her legacy speaks for itself. As she celebrates her birthday on January 9, here`s looking at some dance numbers she choreographed, giving Bollywood and its lovers some iconic hooksteps.... [Read More]
09 January,2026 11:40 AM ISTSpotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day. (All pics/Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
08 January,2026 08:30 PM ISTThalapathy Vijay`s final film Jana Nayagan was all set to hit theatres globally on January 9. However, owing to trouble with CBFC, the makers were forced to postpone the film`s release two days before grand launch. Here`s what happened behind the scenes... [Read More]
08 January,2026 11:19 AM ISTThe anticipation around The Batman Part II continues to steadily increase as the film is slowly taking shape. Although it`s scheduled for theatrical release on October 1, 2027 might still feel long, every new piece of update is keeping the buzz around the film fresh. With the filming planned to begin in spring 2026, news reports about the cast are emerging as the makers lock some of the biggest names. Here`s a list of actors who have been onboarded for The Batman Part II so far.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 01:28 PM ISTPost the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, tensions have escalated across the United States. The incident triggered protests in Minnesota and other major cities, intensifying debate over the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. At a White House briefing, Vice President JD Vance defended the ICE officer’s actions, saying the shooting was an act of self-defense and blaming left-wing groups, Democratic leaders, and sections of the media for creating a hostile environment toward federal law enforcement. He said he was not concerned about prejudging the investigation, arguing that the facts were already clear.... [Read More]
09 January,2026 03:52 PM ISTThe US Senate has delivered a stunning political shock, advancing a resolution that would restrict Donald Trump from launching further military action against Venezuela without explicit congressional approval. In a rare bipartisan move, five Republican senators joined Democrats, signaling deep cracks inside Trump’s own party after the dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.... [Read More]
09 January,2026 03:35 PM ISTProtests erupted across the United States following a deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis, igniting outrage that quickly spread from the Midwest to major cities nationwide. Demonstrators gathered late into the night at Foley Square, calling the rally an emergency response to the killing. Similar scenes unfolded in San Francisco, where hundreds gathered outside ICE offices, while thousands paid tribute at a memorial in Minneapolis despite freezing temperatures.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 05:55 PM ISTUnited States President Donald Trump has backed a powerful new bipartisan bill aimed at punishing countries that continue to buy Russian oil, according to Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. The proposed legislation would give Trump the authority to impose tariffs of up to 500 percent on imports from nations doing business with Russia’s energy sector. China and India are expected to be among the most impacted.... [Read More]
08 January,2026 03:15 PM ISTHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has come under intense scrutiny after defending an ICE officer who fatally shot a woman during a tense federal operation in south Minneapolis. The shooting occurred amid protests and a heavy federal law enforcement presence, just blocks from where George Floyd was killed in 2020. Noem labelled the incident an act of “domestic terrorism,” claiming the woman attempted to run over an ICE officer. ... [Read More]
08 January,2026 01:46 PM ISTThe world is watching as U.S.-Greenland tensions push Europe to coordinate a strong collective response. In this in-depth geopolitical analysis, we break down the latest developments from the White House confirming active talks on acquiring Greenland with military options not ruled out, to the united European stance that Greenland belongs to its people and decisions reside with Denmark & Greenland. WATCH ... [Read More]
07 January,2026 10:35 PM ISTU.S. President Donald Trump addressed House Republicans during a closed-door retreat at the Kennedy Center, delivering remarks that quickly became a focal point online after short clips surfaced across social media. During the speech, Trump veered off script, acting out exaggerated weightlifting motions and joking about being criticized at home for behavior he said was “unpresidential.” Trump also used the appearance to ridicule foreign leaders and global negotiations, including comments about international drug pricing and remarks aimed at France’s leadership. ... [Read More]
07 January,2026 05:01 PM ISTThe Department of Homeland Security has launched what it calls the largest immigration enforcement operation in its history, deploying more than 2000 ICE agents across Minnesota. Federal officials say the operation is concentrated in the Twin Cities region, including Minneapolis and St Paul, and involves hundreds of investigators examining alleged fraud cases statewide. DHS confirmed that more than 1000 people have been arrested so far, including roughly 150 in Minneapolis.... [Read More]
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