The Pentagon is facing a major controversy after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired U.S. Army Chief Randy George during an active conflict. The sudden move has triggered widespread questions, especially after reports suggested the dismissal followed a dispute over promotions involving two Black officers and two female officers. According to reports, George and Army leadership resisted efforts to remove the four officers from a list for promotion to one-star general. The disagreement reportedly escalated into a direct confrontation, with critics raising concerns about possible racial and gender bias in the decision-making process.
03 April,2026 09:52 PM IST
Before he was India’s "Ironman," Milind Soman was a supermodel who stumbled into a massive first paycheck. In this exclusive chat with Mid-Day, Milind reveals the story behind his first ₹50,000 shoot and why he’s finally returning to South Cinema with Vijay Sethupathi in 'Kaattaan.' From Sethupathi’s "accountant" past to why Milind refuses to play the same roles twice—this is an unfiltered look at a 35-year legacy.
03 April,2026 08:42 PM IST
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the coming days in the Iran conflict will be decisive, claiming Washington now holds more military options while Tehran’s capabilities are shrinking. In his latest Pentagon briefing, Hegseth revealed a previously undisclosed trip to the CENTCOM war zone, where he met troops involved in Operation Epic Fury.
31 March,2026 09:43 PM IST
Iran’s state media claims the navy fired coastal cruise missiles at the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, releasing footage of the alleged launch and saying the US fleet was forced to change position. Iranian commanders said the carrier was being tracked continuously and warned it would be targeted once inside missile range. There is no confirmation from the United States so far.
27 March,2026 11:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
