Mumbai-based Indian Air Force Group Captain talks Pahalgam; calls for tough action on enablers... [Read More]
24 April,2025 08:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Group Capt (Retd) Sanjay M BawleMumbai on Tuesday evening witnessed a layer of smog over parts of the city, including Dadar and Bandra, raising concerns over air quality. According to official data, the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 102, placing it in the moderate category. (PICS/ ASHISH RAJE)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 06:01 PM ISTHundreds of residents gathered inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) in Mumbai to oppose a demolition drive in the Navapada area. The protest led to tense scenes on Tuesday, police deployment and the temporary closure of the park’s main entrance for visitors. (Pics/Satej Shinde)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 05:22 PM ISTUnion Minister Piyush Goyal has praised the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), calling it a major step toward stronger economic ties, trade growth, and strategic cooperation. The deal follows the signing of a security and defence partnership between India and the EU. (Pics/X)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 05:01 PM ISTHundreds of people gathered at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoological Gardens to say goodbye to panda twins Lei Lei and Xiao Xiao as they were returned to China amid diplomatic tensions, leaving Japan without any pandas for the first time in 50 years. (PICS/AFP)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 04:50 PM ISTIf the first day had the likes of Playboi Carti and Yungblud shine among other Indian stars, then the second day saw a lot more energy with the likes of Calum Scott, Bloodywood and Linkin Park delivering a memorable performance for fans... [Read More]
27 January,2026 02:29 PM ISTBobby Deol`s remarkable and inspirational career is marked by early superstardom, followed by a low phase and then a comeback that seems like a dream. Over the span of his career, he has delivered some of the most notable performances, while some became iconic, a few others went unnoticed and remain underrated. As the actor turns a year older, here`s looking at some of his best performances.... [Read More]
27 January,2026 02:30 PM IST"This is slaughter in the streets," Stephen McLaughlin says softly, his words hanging in the bitter Minnesota air as he pays his respects to Alex Pretti, the intensive care nurse shot dead by federal border agents on Saturday. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 01:45 PM ISTOver the past decade, Kenya has faced a prolonged and severe drought. Rising global temperatures have been a key factor, leaving millions of Kenyans struggling to grow crops and sustain their livestock and their lives disease free. Ten counties are already experiencing drought, with Mandera in the critical “alarm” phase after experiencing one of the driest October–December rainy seasons on record. Urgent coordinated action is needed to save lives as communities await the next rains. (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
27 January,2026 01:51 PM ISTNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly condemns the recent deadly federal immigration enforcement actions in Minneapolis, calling them cruel, inhumane, and dangerous to public safety. Following the fatal shootings of U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents, Mayor Mamdani reignites a nationwide debate over ICE’s role, accountability and future. Mayor Mamdani’s remarks, shared on social media and aired in national news interviews, describe scenes of violence and fear that he says Americans are being urged to ignore, and he intensifies his call to abolish the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) entirely. WATCH ... [Read More]
27 January,2026 04:25 PM ISTPresident Trump has softened his tone and signaled a rollback of the federal crackdown following the public outrage sparked by the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti. The White House is now pointing to progress after high-level discussions with Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, with both leaders describing the talks as “productive”. Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino exit expected and the transfer of command to Border Czar Tom Homan is also reported. The move is being seen as a strategic shift aimed at de-escalating tensions while still maintaining federal enforcement priorities. WATCH ... [Read More]
27 January,2026 02:21 PM ISTA leaked audio recording is now at the center of growing uncertainty around the India-US trade negotiations. In the latest Axios report, Senator Ted Cruz is said to have named senior White House officials as the key roadblocks in the stalled India-US trade deal, describing a “battle” over the agreement during private donor calls. The report comes at a time when negotiations have gained urgency following fresh US tariffs tied to India-Russia oil trade, with total duties on India reportedly rising to 50%. The leak suggests deeper political resistance within the administration, even as both sides continue bilateral talks after months of negotiation. WATCH ... [Read More]
26 January,2026 04:16 PM ISTRepublic Day 2026 began with a poignant moment of national remembrance as Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute at the National War Memorial in Delhi. The solemn ceremony marked the official opening of the Republic Day proceedings, with a wreath laid in honour of India’s fallen soldiers and a heartfelt moment of silence dedicated to the martyrs who sacrificed everything for the nation. The Prime Minister was welcomed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh upon his arrival, and the tribute included a two-minute silence followed by the “Rouse” and the Salami Shastra command, a deeply emotional start to the nation’s grand celebration. This year’s Republic Day carries a powerful theme: “150 Years of Vande Mataram”, celebrating India’s patriotic spirit and its journey of freedom. WATCH ... [Read More]
26 January,2026 03:12 PM ISTA deadly maritime tragedy unfolded in the southern Philippines after a passenger ferry carrying more than 350 people sank shortly after midnight near Basilan Island. The inter-island ferry, identified as M/V Trisha Kerstin 3, was en route from Zamboanga City to Jolo in Sulu province when it reportedly suffered a technical failure and went down in stable weather conditions near Baluk-Baluk Island. According to the Philippine Coast Guard, at least 13 people have been confirmed dead, while more than 240 passengers were rescued in a large-scale overnight operation involving the navy, coast guard vessels, air surveillance units, and local fishing boats. WATCH ... [Read More]
26 January,2026 01:00 PM ISTA 37-year-old Minneapolis ICU nurse Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents during a controversial immigration enforcement operation. Officials initially claimed he was armed, but bystander video appears to contradict that account — showing him with a phone moments before the shooting.... [Read More]
25 January,2026 06:30 PM ISTGreenland’s capital Nuuk was plunged into darkness after a sudden citywide power outage late Saturday night. Residents reported electricity failing across the entire city at the same time, prompting concern and intense online discussion. Local utility provider Nukissiorfiit said the outage was caused by an accident and that emergency generators were being used to restore power. Authorities have not explained what triggered the failure or how long full restoration would take.... [Read More]
25 January,2026 06:30 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Canada, threatening to impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods if Ottawa proceeds with its new trade deal with China. In a Truth Social post, Trump accused Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney of allowing Canada to become a “drop-off port” for China to funnel goods into the United States. He warned that such a move would devastate Canada’s economy, businesses, and social fabric.... [Read More]
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