Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has directed district collectors, police chiefs and senior officials to take fearless and impartial action against criminals, saying there will be no political interference in law-and-order matters. Addressing the first joint conference of district collectors, superintendents of police and senior officials after the TVK government assumed office in May, Vijay said officials should act freely and ensure that even powerful offenders are punish

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay is facing fresh political pressure after a viral video involving one of his cabinet ministers triggered serious allegations and protests from opposition parties. The controversy centers on Tamil Nadu Human Resources Management Minister D. Sarathkumar, who has denied allegations of drug use after an old IPL-related video resurfaced on social media. In the video, the minister is seen handling a white powder-like substance on a mobile phone scr

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has said that the rejuvenation of the Musi river is his life goal, making a strong pitch for the cleanup and restoration project during a public meeting in Nalgonda district on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Speaking at the meeting, Revanth Reddy said he is determined to clean the Musi river at any cost. He said the river’s pollution has caused serious problems for people in parts of Telangana, especially in Nalgonda district, where residents have be

Pawan Kalyan has reportedly been advised to undergo immediate shoulder surgery after a recent medical examination found that his injury was more serious than earlier believed. The Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister visited Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai on Monday, June 29, 2026, for medical tests after dealing with shoulder pain and related discomfort for some time. According to reports, doctors found severe rotator cuff d

Meloni pushes back amid US controversy Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has responded to recent tensions with US President Donald Trump, stating that she is not anti-American but also refuses to be “kneeling” in political relationships. Her remarks come amid an ongoing public exchange that has drawn attention to the state of Italy–US relations and broader Western unity. Meloni stressed that her posit

India positioned as key global technology partner A senior United States official has described India as an indispensable partner in the global technology landscape, highlighting its unique ability to match China’s scale of engineering talent. The remarks were made at the IX US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Summit 2026 and reflect Washington’s growing reliance on New Delhi in critical emerging technologies.

India considers expiry safeguard in US trade talks India is reportedly preparing to seek a sunset clause in its proposed interim trade agreement with the United States, reflecting a growing global trend among trading partners to build expiry mechanisms into major economic deals. The move aligns closely with recent developments in European Union–US trade arrangements, where similar provisions have been introduced to limit long-term exposure

PLA video sparks stealth fighter speculation China has appeared to offer the first public glimpse of its long-rumoured J-36 sixth-generation stealth fighter after the People’s Liberation Army released a promotional video featuring what defence analysts believe is the advanced aircraft. The brief appearance has triggered widespread discussion about the progress of China’s next-generation military aviation programme, although no official co

Iran clarifies Doha engagement plan Iran has confirmed that an expert delegation will travel to Doha later this week to discuss the implementation of a memorandum of understanding signed earlier this month with the United States. However, Iranian officials firmly denied that any direct meeting with US representatives has been scheduled, stressing that the current phase remains limited to technical discussions on agreed clauses rather than pol

High-level diplomatic engagement in New Delhi Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will arrive in India on July 1,2026 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The visit marks her first official trip to India since taking office in 2025 and comes at a time when both nations are seeking to strengthen strategic and economic alignment in a rapidly changing global environment.

A dramatic day in international cricket June 28,2026 turned into one of the most discussed days in recent cricket memory as multiple international results and personal milestones created a wave of reactions across the sport. From emotional retirements to unexpected defeats and dominant performances, the day highlighted how quickly momentum can shift in modern cricket. Major retirement and emotional moments

LONDON — Jannik Sinner survived a five-set Wimbledon scare on Monday, June 29, 2026, defeating Miomir Kecmanovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3 in the first round on Centre Court. The defending champion twice recovered from a one-set deficit and overcame a fall during the 3-hour, 30-minute match. The victory sent the world No. 1 into the second round and kept his Wimbledon title defense alive. How Jannik Sinner survived his Wimbledon opener Kecm

Pakistan and Afghanistan are both Muslim-majority countries with deep cultural, religious and economic connections. However, their escalating conflict is not primarily about religion. It is driven by border disputes, militant violence, sovereignty and competing national-security interests. The latest tensions intensified after Pakistan carried out military operations and airstrikes targeting what it described as militant positions inside Afghanistan. Afghan authorities disputed that

The 2026 World Cup Texas schedule brings major knockout matches to Houston and Arlington, with Brazil, Japan, Norway, Côte d’Ivoire, Australia, Egypt and Canada all appearing in the state. The first Texas knockout match is Brazil vs. Japan at 12:00 PM CDT on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Houston Stadium. The game falls exactly 68 years after Brazil won its first World Cup championship against Sweden on June 29, 1958. Pelé, then 17, scored five goals across the semifinal and final of

India’s Ministry of External Affairs said the military action violated Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and threatened regional peace. New Delhi also expressed condolences to the victims’ families, wished the injured a quick recovery and reaffirmed its support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty. The ministry accused Pakistan of using force outside its borders to divert attention from domestic security failures. Kabul and Islamabad Dispute the

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign for Ohio governor has reported $509,473 in credit card payments, drawing scrutiny over how the expenses were disclosed in state campaign-finance filings. The Republican nominee’s campaign charged $280,892 to an American Express card since April, according to an Ohio Capital Journal review of campaign reports published Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Ramaswamy campaign spending draws disclosure questions

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio governor campaign finance reports show Democrat Amy Acton raised roughly $11.5 million from donors in 2026, compared with about $9.6 million for Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, according to a Signal Ohio review of state filings. Ramaswamy nevertheless held a much larger cash reserve, reporting about $26.8 million on hand compared with Acton’s $8.1 million. His advantage was driven largely by a $25 million personal loan to his campaign. Ohio g

Shriners Children’s Chicago is marking 100 years of pediatric specialty care in 2026, recognizing a century of treatment, therapy and family support. Founded in 1926 by the Medinah Shriners of Chicago, the hospital began by providing free orthopedic treatment to children during the polio epidemic. Shriners Children’s Chicago Marks a Century of Care The hospital later treated children affected by bone tuberculosis and other serious conditions that hav

H4 EAD cases pending 300 to 500 days are prompting applicants and their families to seek firsthand accounts of what produced a meaningful response from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. People affected by long H-4 dependent status and employment authorization delays say they want practical information from applicants who faced similar waits and later received a case update, clearer explanation or approval. H4 EAD Cases Pending 300 to 500 Days Remain Unres