Washington is in uproar after a leaked call allegedly captured U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff “coaching” Russian counterparts and pushing for a Donetsk concession as the foundation of a future peace deal. The fallout has sent shockwaves across Capitol Hill, sparking bipartisan outrage and renewed scrutiny over backchannel diplomacy inside the U.S. government. Republican lawmakers openly call for Witkoff’s removal, and blast the emergence of secret communication lines. On the other side of the aisle, Democrat Ted Lieu delivers one of the strongest condemnations, branding Witkoff a “traitor” working against American interests. WATCH
28 November,2025 01:55 AM IST
Federal employees across multiple agencies are facing imminent mass firings as the White House signals a major wave of layoffs within the coming days. Sources indicate that President Donald Trump has met with Budget Chief Russ Vought to finalize the list of agencies slated for deep staffing cuts, raising concerns about the potential impact on government operations and federal services amid ongoing budgetary pressures. This announcement comes amid heightened tension over a potential government shutdown, with federal workers bracing for sudden job losses. The administration’s plans have sparked widespread discussion about the scale of layoffs, the agencies affected, and the broader consequences for federal governance and public services. WATCH
03 October,2025 03:06 AM IST
ndia is revolutionizing its artillery capabilities with two groundbreaking systems developed by DRDO — the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) and the Mounted Gun System (MGS). ATAGS, a fully indigenous 155mm artillery gun, delivers over 40 km range and superior firepower. Meanwhile, the newly unveiled MGS brings mobility and precision together with a truck-mounted platform built for extreme terrain. Both systems mark a major milestone in India’s quest for self-reliance in defence under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
08 July,2025 02:30 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered his first reaction after the recent cessation of firing between India and Pakistan. He highlighted the international support received by India during the operation and India’s military response. On the cessation of firing and military action between India and Pakistan, EAM Dr S. Jaishankar said: "We achieved the goals which we set out to do by destroying the terrorist infrastructure. Since key goals were achieved, I think we reasonably took the position, because even at the start of the operation, we had sent a message to Pakistan saying we are striking at terrorist infrastructure and not the military, and the military has an option to stand out and not interfere. They chose not to take that good advice. Once they got badly hit on the morning of 10th May, the satellite pictures show how much damage we did and what little damage they did. It is clear who wanted cessation of firing..."
15 May,2025 08:43 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
