New 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
27 January,2026 04:25 PM IST
President 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
27 January,2026 02:21 PM IST
A 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
26 January,2026 04:16 PM IST
Republic 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
26 January,2026 03:12 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
