Former Union Home Minister P Chidambaram has stirred a major political storm with his admission that India refrained from retaliating against Pakistan after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks due to intense foreign pressure, particularly from the United States. Chidambaram revealed in an interview that then US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice flew to India just days after the attacks to urge the government not to react militarily.

A tragic incident shook Greater Noida on Monday when a 29-year-old trainee doctor died by suicide after jumping from the 21st floor of a residential tower at Gaur City’s 14th Avenue. The deceased, identified as Shiva from Mathura, had arrived in Greater Noida with his parents just a day before the incident to visit his sister. Police said that Shiva stepped out of the flat around noon and jumped from the balcon

The Karur rally tragedy has taken a new turn with the arrest of TVK’s Karur West district secretary Mathiazhagan. Authorities confirmed that he has been named as the prime accused in the First Information Report following the deadly stampede during actor-politician Vijay’s public rally. The event, which drew nearly two lakh attendees despite permission for only 10,000, ended in chaos that left dozens dead and many injured. Police have cited overcro

The recent controversy between Tollywood stalwarts Chiranjeevi and Nandamuri Balakrishna has become a major talking point across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and social media platforms. Hindupur MLA Balakrishna made objectionable remarks in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly while mentioning Chiranjeevi, triggering anger among Mega fans and drawing widespread media attention. The uproar quickly spread online, leading to heated fan wars between the Mega and Nandamuri gr

The New York City mayoral race has taken a dramatic turn after US President Donald Trump threatened to withhold federal funds if candidate Zohran Mamdani emerges victorious. On Monday, September 29, Trump used his social media account to sharply criticize Mamdani, describing him as a “self-proclaimed New York City Communist” and claiming that his policies would bring unprecedented difficulties for the city in its relationship with Washington. In his post, Trump declared

A public rally by actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, ended in tragedy as a massive stampede claimed 36 lives, including women and children, and left many others injured. Officials revealed that the venue had permission for only 10,000 attendees, but nearly two lakh people gathered, causing chaos and the deadly incident. Initially, Vijay refrained from immediate comments when questioned by Ta

Former United States President Barack Obama has sharply criticized ageing leaders and took a direct swipe at his successor Donald Trump during a public conversation in London. Speaking with historian David Olusoga, Obama argued that a large part of the world’s problems stem from older men who refuse to step aside from power, holding on due to fear of irrelevance. He went on to say that many such leaders seek permanence by etching their names on grand projects, comparing them to pyramid

Russia has issued a sharp response to Ukrainian President Zelensky’s recent warning that Moscow’s top officials should know the locations of their bomb shelters if the invasion continues. Speaking in an interview, Zelensky made it clear that Ukraine would not target civilians, stressing that “we are not terrorists,” but hinted at the possibility of using advanced long-range weapons if supplied by the United States.

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced on Thursday, September 25, that she will introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. The move marks an escalation of her opposition to Kennedy’s policies, which she described as creating “healthcare chaos” across the country. In her post, Stevens stated that the time for patience has ended, declaring “enough is enough” and pledging to pursue formal impeachment proceedi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the UP International Trade Show in Greater Noida and made it clear that India would not yield to tariff pressures from the United States. At a time when Washington has raised duties to unprecedented levels, Modi shifted focus to India’s long standing partnership with Russia. He referred to Russia as a time tested friend and expressed satisfaction that Moscow was the partner nation for this year’s exhibition. A

Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a strong message of economic self-reliance while inaugurating the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show in Greater Noida. Against the backdrop of a tariff war with the United States, Modi said that “India is not ready to be dependent on anyone.” He urged traders and manufacturers to embrace the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by focusing on local production and promoting swadeshi goods.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus sparked a political storm during the UN General Assembly in New York, openly stating that Dhaka’s relations with India have soured since last year’s student protests that toppled Sheikh Hasina. Yunus accused India of providing shelter to Hasina and spreading “fake news” portraying the uprising as Islamist-driven. According to him, this has deepened mistrust between the two neighbors, alrea

  Commuters in Washington DC are being urged to plan ahead as a major road closure will impact traffic in the downtown area on Wednesday, September 24. The closure is scheduled to allow for the annual testing of the flood protection levee system along 17th Street in northwest DC. According to officials, 17th Street from Constitution Avenue NW to Independence Avenue SW will remain closed from 5 a.m. until 2 p.m. while the tests are conducted. The levee is managed and o

India’s only active volcano, Barren Island in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, erupted once again this month, sending molten lava streams and thick smoke into the sky. The eruption, captured by an Indian Navy warship, showed glowing lava flows cascading down its slopes while plumes of smoke billowed from the summit. Though the eruption created spectacular visuals, scientists emphasize it is a reminder of the powerful geological forces at work beneath

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claims that India is “funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.” Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Zelenskyy stated that “India is mostly with us” while acknowledging ongoing energy challenges that complicate the picture. His comments came after Trump, during a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dir

Asia-Pacific markets retreated on Wednesday, following overnight declines on Wall Street after comments from U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell unsettled investors. Powell noted that equity prices appeared to be “fairly highly valued” and cautioned that the rate-cutting outlook remained unclear, adding that the central bank faces a “challenging situation” as it navigates inflationary pressures and economic growth concerns. In Australia, the S&P/ASX

A controversial new statue has drawn significant attention after appearing on the National Mall in Washington, featuring former President Donald Trump and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The artwork depicts the two figures holding hands and skipping, with a plaque below them that reads, “In honor of friendship month, we celebrate the long-standing bond between President Donald J. Trump and his closest friend Jeffrey Epstein.” The installation is the latest in a serie

LITTLE ELM, Texas – A North Texas woman is achieving a dream that has been years in the making. At 38 years old, Rebecca Lawler has been named a NASA astronaut candidate, a position that only a handful of people around the world are ever selected for. The announcement places her among an elite group of scientists, engineers, and pilots who will begin the long journey of preparing for space missions. Lawler’s selection comes after three attempts at entering the program, s

Cricket lost one of its most iconic and beloved figures as legendary umpire Dickie Bird passed away on September 23, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on April 19, 1933, in Barnsley, Yorkshire, Bird was not only an umpire but a symbol of the spirit of cricket, respected for his fairness, humanity, and ability to bring warmth to the game. The Yorkshire County Cricket Club confirmed his death with “profound sadness,” recognising him as a national treasure

Dulquer Salmaan, one of India’s most popular actors, is as famous for his impeccable taste in cinema as he is for his passion for luxury automobiles. Known as an avid car enthusiast, Dulquer has quietly built one of the most talked-about private garages in the country. With recent reports of nationwide inspections into luxury car tax evasion placing him back in headlines, his car collection has drawn even more public fascination. From Ferraris to classic