Delhi on High Alert: Leaves Cancelled, Security Tightened Amid Tensions
The national capital is on high alert following escalations between India and Pakistan, as cross-border hostilities intensify under the shadow of Operation Sindoor. Late Thursday evening, the Delhi government issued a blanket order cancelling all leave for its employees, signaling a state of heightened preparedness in the city. Amid news of failed missile and drone attacks by Pakistan on Indian military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and other northern cities, Delhi's security apparatus
Delhi on High Alert: Leaves Cancelled, Security Tightened Amid Tensions
The national capital is on high alert following escalations between India and Pakistan, as cross-border hostilities intensify under the shadow of Operation Sindoor. Late Thursday evening, the Delhi government issued a blanket order cancelling all leave for its employees, signaling a state of heightened preparedness in the city. Amid news of failed missile and drone attacks by Pakistan on Indian military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and other northern cities, Delhi's security apparatus
Robert Francis Prevost becomes first American pope, takes name Leo XIV
Vatican City has witnessed a historic moment as the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics welcomed a new spiritual leader—Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. With this election, the Church marks a new chapter by choosing the first American-born pope in its two-thousand-year history. Born in Chicago and aged 69, Pope Leo XIV is a prominent member of the Augustinian order and has served both in the United States and extensively abroad. Most recently, he headed the Vatican o
Robert Francis Prevost becomes first American pope, takes name Leo XIV
Vatican City has witnessed a historic moment as the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics welcomed a new spiritual leader—Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost. With this election, the Church marks a new chapter by choosing the first American-born pope in its two-thousand-year history. Born in Chicago and aged 69, Pope Leo XIV is a prominent member of the Augustinian order and has served both in the United States and extensively abroad. Most recently, he headed the Vatican o
Operation Sindoor : Sirens in Chandigarh After Pak Missile Alert
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply following a series of missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan on Thursday night, targeting several Indian regions including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan. As part of the ongoing military crisis under Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces have responded decisively, intercepting all incoming aerial threats and destroying enemy assets across the border. Late Thursday evening, emergency sirens echoed acr
Operation Sindoor : Sirens in Chandigarh After Pak Missile Alert
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated sharply following a series of missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan on Thursday night, targeting several Indian regions including Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan. As part of the ongoing military crisis under Operation Sindoor, the Indian armed forces have responded decisively, intercepting all incoming aerial threats and destroying enemy assets across the border. Late Thursday evening, emergency sirens echoed acr
Rajnath Singh Meets Military Chiefs as India Hits Back at Pak Strikes
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and the three service chiefs in Delhi early Friday morning, just hours after Pakistan escalated cross-border tensions by launching a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks on Indian military installations. The meeting, which came under the shadow of escalating military activity, focused on India’s immediate and future response strategies after Pakistan targeted key army stations in Jammu, Pathankot
Rajnath Singh Meets Military Chiefs as India Hits Back at Pak Strikes
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and the three service chiefs in Delhi early Friday morning, just hours after Pakistan escalated cross-border tensions by launching a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks on Indian military installations. The meeting, which came under the shadow of escalating military activity, focused on India’s immediate and future response strategies after Pakistan targeted key army stations in Jammu, Pathankot
US Vice-President J.D. Vance: India-Pakistan Conflict 'None of Our Business' Amid Tensions
As India and Pakistan edge closer to full-scale military confrontation, United States Vice-President J.D. Vance has made it clear that Washington will not get directly involved, calling the conflict “fundamentally none of our business.” The comment has sparked strong reactions internationally, especially amid a sharp escalation in cross-border exchanges, drone attacks, and retaliatory strikes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Speaking in an interview with Fox Ne
US Vice-President J.D. Vance: India-Pakistan Conflict 'None of Our Business' Amid Tensions
As India and Pakistan edge closer to full-scale military confrontation, United States Vice-President J.D. Vance has made it clear that Washington will not get directly involved, calling the conflict “fundamentally none of our business.” The comment has sparked strong reactions internationally, especially amid a sharp escalation in cross-border exchanges, drone attacks, and retaliatory strikes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Speaking in an interview with Fox Ne
India Shoots Down Pakistan's AWACS Jet: Major Blow to Air Surveillance
In a major escalation of hostilities, India shot down a key Pakistani surveillance aircraft an Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) along with three Pakistani fighter jets following a wave of unprovoked attacks initiated by Pakistan on Thursday night. The engagement marks one of the most significant aerial responses in recent times by Indian armed forces, delivering a strategic and symbolic setback to Islamabad. According to government sources, the AWACS was shot down insid
India Shoots Down Pakistan's AWACS Jet: Major Blow to Air Surveillance
In a major escalation of hostilities, India shot down a key Pakistani surveillance aircraft an Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) along with three Pakistani fighter jets following a wave of unprovoked attacks initiated by Pakistan on Thursday night. The engagement marks one of the most significant aerial responses in recent times by Indian armed forces, delivering a strategic and symbolic setback to Islamabad. According to government sources, the AWACS was shot down insid
India Strikes Back: Indian Navy Deploys INS Vikrant Near Karachi After Pahalgam Terror Attack
In a strong response to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian Armed Forces have stepped up their retaliation, marking a significant escalation in Indo-Pak tensions. Reports indicate that the Indian Navy has deployed 26 warships near Pakistan, including the powerful INS Vikrant, which is said to have taken position near Karachi Port. This move marks the first major naval mobilization of this scale since the 1971 war. Unverified social media sources and defense watchers sugg
India Strikes Back: Indian Navy Deploys INS Vikrant Near Karachi After Pahalgam Terror Attack
In a strong response to the recent Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian Armed Forces have stepped up their retaliation, marking a significant escalation in Indo-Pak tensions. Reports indicate that the Indian Navy has deployed 26 warships near Pakistan, including the powerful INS Vikrant, which is said to have taken position near Karachi Port. This move marks the first major naval mobilization of this scale since the 1971 war. Unverified social media sources and defense watchers sugg
Pakistan Launches Fresh Attack: Missiles, Drones Hit Jammu, Pathankot
Tensions between India and Pakistan surged again on Thursday evening as Pakistan launched a fresh series of strikes targeting strategic areas in Jammu and Kashmir and parts of Punjab. In a rapidly developing situation, RS Pura, Arnia, Samba, Hiranagar, and Pathankot have come under coordinated attack involving drones, missiles, and heavy artillery fire. Visuals shared by local residents on social media platforms showed bright streaks of light across the night sky, believed to be Indian intercept
Pakistan Launches Fresh Attack: Missiles, Drones Hit Jammu, Pathankot
Tensions between India and Pakistan surged again on Thursday evening as Pakistan launched a fresh series of strikes targeting strategic areas in Jammu and Kashmir and parts of Punjab. In a rapidly developing situation, RS Pura, Arnia, Samba, Hiranagar, and Pathankot have come under coordinated attack involving drones, missiles, and heavy artillery fire. Visuals shared by local residents on social media platforms showed bright streaks of light across the night sky, believed to be Indian intercept
Missile Interceptions & Blackouts: India-Pakistan Border Tensions Escalate
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Pakistan launched a coordinated missile and artillery assault on Jammu and Kashmir late on Thursday evening, triggering blackouts, widespread panic, and a swift counter-response from the Indian Armed Forces. The dramatic turn of events unfolded shortly before 9 pm IST when residents of Jammu reported loud explosions, blaring sirens, and a total blackout across the city and its adjoining areas. The attack, which follows India’s prec
Missile Interceptions & Blackouts: India-Pakistan Border Tensions Escalate
In a significant escalation of hostilities, Pakistan launched a coordinated missile and artillery assault on Jammu and Kashmir late on Thursday evening, triggering blackouts, widespread panic, and a swift counter-response from the Indian Armed Forces. The dramatic turn of events unfolded shortly before 9 pm IST when residents of Jammu reported loud explosions, blaring sirens, and a total blackout across the city and its adjoining areas. The attack, which follows India’s prec
US stock futures rise after Trump announces UK trade deal and AI chip rollback
Stock futures rose sharply on Thursday following an announcement from President Donald Trump that the United States and the United Kingdom have finalized a major trade agreement. This development sparked enthusiasm across Wall Street, especially in technology stocks, and contributed to a strong premarket rally. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 303 points, a 0.7% increase, while futures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq
US stock futures rise after Trump announces UK trade deal and AI chip rollback
Stock futures rose sharply on Thursday following an announcement from President Donald Trump that the United States and the United Kingdom have finalized a major trade agreement. This development sparked enthusiasm across Wall Street, especially in technology stocks, and contributed to a strong premarket rally. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 303 points, a 0.7% increase, while futures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq
World Bank Chief Meets Modi Amid India-Pakistan Water Dispute
World Bank President Ajay Banga met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. This significant meeting comes just days after the Indian government suspended the Indus Waters Treaty following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which prompted a series of military and diplomatic responses between the two nations. The meeting between the global financial institution's leader and India’s Prime Minister
World Bank Chief Meets Modi Amid India-Pakistan Water Dispute
World Bank President Ajay Banga met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Thursday amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. This significant meeting comes just days after the Indian government suspended the Indus Waters Treaty following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which prompted a series of military and diplomatic responses between the two nations. The meeting between the global financial institution's leader and India’s Prime Minister
3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold battles cancer, cancels summer tour
Brad Arnold, the frontman of American rock band 3 Doors Down, has publicly revealed that he has been diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer. The 46-year-old singer and drummer made the announcement through a heartfelt Instagram video, in which he shared details about his diagnosis of clear cell renal carcinoma that has metastasized to his lung, making it a stage four case. Known for his emotional candor and unwavering faith, Arnold assured fans that despite the seriousness of his condition,
3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold battles cancer, cancels summer tour
Brad Arnold, the frontman of American rock band 3 Doors Down, has publicly revealed that he has been diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer. The 46-year-old singer and drummer made the announcement through a heartfelt Instagram video, in which he shared details about his diagnosis of clear cell renal carcinoma that has metastasized to his lung, making it a stage four case. Known for his emotional candor and unwavering faith, Arnold assured fans that despite the seriousness of his condition,
Debris of Pakistani Missile Found in Amritsar After Indian Interception
India successfully intercepted and destroyed a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Pakistan targeting 15 Indian cities, in what is being seen as a large-scale attempted escalation. Debris from one of the intercepted Pakistani missiles was recovered in Punjab’s Amritsar, with visuals showing twisted metal fragments strewn across a field near the Golden Temple city. According to a government statement issued via the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the Pakistani military
Debris of Pakistani Missile Found in Amritsar After Indian Interception
India successfully intercepted and destroyed a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Pakistan targeting 15 Indian cities, in what is being seen as a large-scale attempted escalation. Debris from one of the intercepted Pakistani missiles was recovered in Punjab’s Amritsar, with visuals showing twisted metal fragments strewn across a field near the Golden Temple city. According to a government statement issued via the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the Pakistani military
New underwater desalination pods offer climate-proof water solution for California
An innovative deep-sea desalination technology being tested in California could dramatically reshape how the state addresses its chronic water scarcity. Developed by a startup named OceanWell, the system proposes a unique approach to seawater desalination that the company claims is both environmentally safe and scalable. This new method may soon offer a viable, drought-resistant solution to one of California's most persistent environmental challenges. For years, California
New underwater desalination pods offer climate-proof water solution for California
An innovative deep-sea desalination technology being tested in California could dramatically reshape how the state addresses its chronic water scarcity. Developed by a startup named OceanWell, the system proposes a unique approach to seawater desalination that the company claims is both environmentally safe and scalable. This new method may soon offer a viable, drought-resistant solution to one of California's most persistent environmental challenges. For years, California
FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views
Vinay Prasad, a renowned oncologist-hematologist, has been appointed as the new director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This division of the FDA is charged with overseeing the evaluation and approval of critical biologic products, including vaccines, blood derivatives, and select gene-based therapies. Prasad’s appointment comes at a time when the FDA remains under public and political scrutiny for its handling of
FDA names Vinay Prasad as head of CBER, known for bold public health views
Vinay Prasad, a renowned oncologist-hematologist, has been appointed as the new director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research (CBER) at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This division of the FDA is charged with overseeing the evaluation and approval of critical biologic products, including vaccines, blood derivatives, and select gene-based therapies. Prasad’s appointment comes at a time when the FDA remains under public and political scrutiny for its handling of
Mother's Day planting weekend in Columbus brings big crowds
As the weather warms and the average last spring frost passes, Columbus residents are gearing up for the busiest weekend of the year for planting. With Mother's Day weekend upon us, local gardeners are flocking to nurseries, anticipating large crowds eager to add vibrant annuals to their gardens. These nurseries are prepared to help locals transform their outdoor spaces with expert advice and a wide selection of plants. Shawn Schilling, the general manager at a local nursery i
Mother's Day planting weekend in Columbus brings big crowds
As the weather warms and the average last spring frost passes, Columbus residents are gearing up for the busiest weekend of the year for planting. With Mother's Day weekend upon us, local gardeners are flocking to nurseries, anticipating large crowds eager to add vibrant annuals to their gardens. These nurseries are prepared to help locals transform their outdoor spaces with expert advice and a wide selection of plants. Shawn Schilling, the general manager at a local nursery i
Illinois Tech Becomes First US University to Open Campus in India
In a groundbreaking development for Indian higher education, the Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) has received official approval from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish a degree-granting campus in India. The Chicago-based university’s Mumbai campus is set to open in 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in computer science, engineering, and business. This makes Illinois Tech the first US university to receive UGC approval under India&rsq
Illinois Tech Becomes First US University to Open Campus in India
In a groundbreaking development for Indian higher education, the Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) has received official approval from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish a degree-granting campus in India. The Chicago-based university’s Mumbai campus is set to open in 2026, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in computer science, engineering, and business. This makes Illinois Tech the first US university to receive UGC approval under India&rsq
Oakland economy benefits from strong 2024 tourism despite challenges
Oakland continues to see significant benefits from its tourism sector, with the city reporting an economic impact of $779 million from visitor activity in 2024. Despite persistent concerns about public safety and a long-standing negative narrative surrounding crime, tourism leaders and city officials are working to reshape Oakland’s image and highlight the many positives the city offers to travelers. In 2024, the city welcomed 3.4 million visitors who spent approximately $58
Oakland economy benefits from strong 2024 tourism despite challenges
Oakland continues to see significant benefits from its tourism sector, with the city reporting an economic impact of $779 million from visitor activity in 2024. Despite persistent concerns about public safety and a long-standing negative narrative surrounding crime, tourism leaders and city officials are working to reshape Oakland’s image and highlight the many positives the city offers to travelers. In 2024, the city welcomed 3.4 million visitors who spent approximately $58
India Destroys Pakistan Air Defence in Lahore After Escalation Attempt
India has dealt a strong military response to an attempted escalation by Pakistan, striking and destroying key Pakistani air defence systems including those stationed in Lahore, the government confirmed on Thursday. The response came after Pakistan launched drones and missiles toward Indian targets in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat late Wednesday and early Thursday morning. The Indian government stated that these attacks were countered in real-time by India’s a
India Destroys Pakistan Air Defence in Lahore After Escalation Attempt
India has dealt a strong military response to an attempted escalation by Pakistan, striking and destroying key Pakistani air defence systems including those stationed in Lahore, the government confirmed on Thursday. The response came after Pakistan launched drones and missiles toward Indian targets in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat late Wednesday and early Thursday morning. The Indian government stated that these attacks were countered in real-time by India’s a
Kia Carens Clavis vs Kia Carens: Key Differences Explained
Kia has officially unveiled the Carens Clavis, a premium iteration of its popular MPV, the Carens. Dubbed as a spiritual successor with a luxury upgrade, the Clavis aims to deliver a more refined, tech-savvy experience while maintaining the practicality of its predecessor. With the official launch and pricing scheduled for June 2, 2025, prospective buyers are already comparing it with the current Kia Carens to see which model best suits their needs. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the ke
Kia Carens Clavis vs Kia Carens: Key Differences Explained
Kia has officially unveiled the Carens Clavis, a premium iteration of its popular MPV, the Carens. Dubbed as a spiritual successor with a luxury upgrade, the Clavis aims to deliver a more refined, tech-savvy experience while maintaining the practicality of its predecessor. With the official launch and pricing scheduled for June 2, 2025, prospective buyers are already comparing it with the current Kia Carens to see which model best suits their needs. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the ke









