In a significant legal development, a United States appeals court has ruled that construction work on a proposed ballroom project linked to Donald Trump at the White House can continue for the time being. The decision comes amid an ongoing legal dispute over the expansion plans, which have sparked debate o

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to deliver a national address at 8:30 PM, prompting widespread speculation about the topic. The announcement comes at a politically sensitive moment, just a day after the women’s reservation bill failed to secure approval in Parliament. Why PM Modi is addressing the nation today While officials have not confirmed the subject of the speech, the timing has drawn attention. The Prime Minister reportedly di

The countdown to Census 2027 has begun with over 700 trained officials set to conduct a door-to-door survey in Delhi as part of the first phase of the census exercise. The house-listing and housing census (HLO) will take place over the next 30 days, concluding on May 15. Officials explained that areas under the jurisdiction of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) have been divided into 560 house-listing blocks, each covering around 180 households. The exerci

Lawmakers in Iraq elected Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi as the country’s new president during a parliamentary session held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, according to official results announced by the Iraqi Parliament. The vote marked the conclusion of a delayed presidential election process that had extended be

A major security breach occurred at the Delhi Legislative Assembly when an unidentified car, a Tata Sierra with a Uttar Pradesh registration number, rammed through an iron barricade and gained access to the highly secured premises. The incident took place on Monday, April 6, 2026, at around 2 pm and sent shockwaves through the assembly complex. The vehicle entered the Delhi Assembly through Gate No. 2, an access point typically guarded by CRPF personnel, and remained inside the prem

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said on Thursday, April 2, 2026, that he plans to sign an executive order to compensate Department of Homeland Security employees who have gone without pay during a partial federal government shutdown that has now stretched to 48 days. The announcement was made in a social media post, where the president criticized Democratic lawmakers for the ongoing impasse while thanking Republican leaders for efforts to resolve the standoff. The proposed actio

New restrictions on the use of Supplemental Nutrit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair an extended meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) on 1st April 2026 at 7 pm, aiming to review the ongoing situation in West Asia and its potential consequences for India’s energy security, supply chains, and overall macroeconomic stability. The meeting comes shortly after the March 22 review, where the government conducted an assessment of essential commodities like food, fertilisers, fuel, and power in light of the escalating confli

WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, ordered the Trump administration to suspend construction of a proposed $400 million ballroom at the White House, a project that involved demolishing the historic East Wing. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction requested by a preservation advocacy group, temporarily halting further work on the project. The ruling represents a significant legal setback for former President Donald Trump?

​MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s government announced on Friday, March 28, 2026, that it has identified signs of life for roughly one-third of the country’s 130,000 registered missing persons, a finding that immediately drew criticism from search groups and human rights advocates who questioned the methodology and intent behind the report. According to officials, a review of government databases—including vaccination records, civil registries, and tax filings—revealed that 40,367 individu

Sonia Gandhi, the senior Congress leader, was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after feeling unwell, according to sources on March 25, 2026. Both of her children, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, were by her side at the hospital, although Rahul left after a while. The exact cause of her hospitalization has not been clarified yet. This hospitalization follows an earlier instance in January 2026, when Sonia Gandhi was admitted to the same hospital due to respiratory

The Delhi governmentis undertaking a transformative step in the capital’s public healthcare system

The Indian government has moved to dismiss concerns over an LPG shortage, asserting that supplies have stabilized and are sufficient to meet the country’s demands. Government sources confirmed that oil refineries have increased LPG production by around 10% in response to earlier directives. Additional administrative measures have been implemented to curb hoarding and prevent malpractice in LPG distribution. The authorities have also extended the monitoring period for LPG distribut

Empowering Rural Women through Self-Help Groups (SHGs) The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) has made a significant impact on empowering rural women by creating Self-Help Groups (SHGs). These groups enable women to access affordable loans, skill development programs, and crucial support to start or expand small businesses. Currently, over 10 crore rural women households are involved in more than 90 lakh SHGs, making it one

In a significant legal development, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have been discharged from the Delhi excise policy case. A Delhi court ruled that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) failed to provide substantial evidence to support the serious charges against the two leaders. The court highlighted the lack of material evidence to substantiate the allegations against Kejriwal. It emphasized that serious charges, such as th

Sri Lanka’s captain, Dasun Shanaka, has made a heartfelt request to the government following his team’s disappointing exit from the 2026 T20 World Cup. After being knocked out of the Super Eights by New Zealand, Shanaka blamed the "negative environment created outside" for their underwhelming performances. He urged the government to help shield players from criticism to protect their mental health. Shanaka expressed his sorrow for not delivering a victory that would make Sri Lan

The Indian government has issued a new directive requiring the six-stanza version of Vande Mataram to be sung or played at all official ceremonies and state functions. The rendition, lasting approximately three minutes and ten seconds, will now be mandatory during significant events, including the unfurling of the Tricolour, the arrival of the President at formal gatherings, and before and after their speeches. The government’s decision aims to ensure uniformity and consi

The US House of Representatives moved closer to preventing a government shutdown on Tuesday after Speaker Mike Johnson rallied Republican lawmakers behind a sweeping government funding bill, setting the stage for final passage of legislation designed to keep federal agencies operating through the end of the fiscal year. The procedural victory marked a critical step in advancing the appropriations package and reflected intense negotiations within the Republican conference to maintain unity ahe