US President Donald Trump has addressed Elon Musk’s recent public apology, following a sharp online feud that drew widespread media attention. Speaking to the New York Post, Trump acknowledged Musk’s gesture, calling it “very nice” but admitted to being “a little disappointed.” The disagreement stemmed from Musk’s harsh criticism of the president’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and alleged claims rega

In an unprecedented show of domestic force, President Donald Trump has deployed more military personnel to Los Angeles than currently stationed in Iraq and Syria combined. A total of 4,700 troops including over 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines have been sent to quell immigration-related protests that have rocked the city for six consecutive days. For comparison, the Pentagon confirms that only 2,000 troops remain in Syria and 2,500 in Iraq.

In a testimony before the US House Armed Services Committee, General Michael Kurilla, commander of US Central Command (Centcom), described Pakistan as a “phenomenal partner” in counterterrorism, specifically citing Islamabad’s cooperation in capturing ISIS-Khorasan operatives. His remarks come amid high Indo-Pak tensions following India’s retaliatory strikes during Operation Sindoor after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which kille

Pakistan has announced a significant 20% hike in its defence budget for the fiscal year 2025–26, marking the steepest increase in decades. This decision comes at a time when the country is struggling with a massive external debt of $274 billion and shrinking foreign reserves. Despite cutting its overall budget by nearly 7%, the government has allocated PKR 2.55 trillion approximately 14.5% of its total annual budget to the military. This reflects Pakista

The race for New Jersey governor is now set following the primary victories of Democratic Representative Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli. Both candidates are now preparing for a competitive general election in November that is likely to center around key issues such as affordability, state taxes, and public trust in leadership. Sherrill secured the Democratic nomination by defeating five prominent contenders, including a fellow member of Congress, major city mayors,

Cupertino is preparing for a major leadership transition after the city council approved a settlement with its city manager, marking the end of her tenure and setting the stage for a new appointment. In a closed session vote held on June 3, the council voted 4-1 to settle with Pamela Wu, who had been placed on paid administrative leave in May. The agreement grants Wu a severance package totaling $311,098.53 along with a limited continuation of benefits. According to the terms of t

In a controversial and incendiary statement, US House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday called for California Governor Gavin Newsom to be "tarred and feathered" amid intensifying political clashes over the federal government’s deployment of troops to Los Angeles. Johnson made the comment during a House Republican leadership press conference, where he stopped short of advocating Newsom’s arrest but said the governor should be publicly punish

After a 13-year wait, global pop sensation Enrique Iglesias is set to perform live in Mumbai on October 30, 2025, at the iconic MMRDA Grounds, BKC. The Spanish singer, known for chart-toppers like Hero, Bailando, and Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You), will perform in India as part of his latest international tour. The one-night-only concert is expected to draw a massive crowd of over 30,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met with members of the seven multi-party delegations that recently completed a global diplomatic outreach as part of Operation Sindoor India’s strong posturing against terrorism after the April 22 Pahalgam attack. The meeting was held at the PM’s official residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg in New Delhi, where Modi was seen warmly interacting with MPs, former parliamentarians, and senior diplomats who participat

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during his official visit to Brussels, issued a strong warning that India will strike deep into Pakistani territory if provoked by terrorism again. Referring to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, Jaishankar blamed Pakistan for harboring and training terrorist outfits. He emphasized that India’s response would be swift, precise, and unforgiving if future attacks were traced back to Pakistan-ba

A significant political shake-up appears imminent in Karnataka, with the Congress high command reportedly preparing for a major cabinet reshuffle. Senior party leader Rahul Gandhi is said to be dissatisfied with the current state leadership, particularly following the tragic stampede during the RCB felicitation event in Bengaluru, which left 11 people dead and many injured. Sources reveal that Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Home Minister G Parameshwar

The Andhra Pradesh government has taken a decisive stand against derogatory and defamatory narratives in the media, especially those that target women and public perception. In a bold move, senior journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao was arrested in Hyderabad after moderating a controversial debate on Sakshi TV, where a guest made an outrageous claim suggesting that Amaravati was filled with female sex workers. The segment triggered widespread public outrage and

In a move aimed at decentralizing governance and strengthening constituency-level administration, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced that each MLA will now have a dedicated office at the constituency headquarters. These offices will function as nodal centers, facilitating smoother coordination between elected representatives, officials, and citizens. Naidu inaugurated the Swarnandhra Vi

United Airlines is expanding its in-flight entertainment offerings through a new partnership with Spotify, allowing passengers to access curated music playlists, audiobooks, and video podcasts directly from their seatback screens. This new feature, launching this week, brings a fresh digital experience to air travel and represents the first time Spotify's video and audiobook content has been integrated into an airline entertainment system. Passengers flying with United will no

In 1961, the president of France posed a hard question to the US president: Would the United States really risk its own destruction to protect its allies in Europe from a nuclear strike? The inquiry was rooted in skepticism that the US would ever trade one of its cities for the defense of a partner nation. Not reassured, France had already taken matters into its own hands by conducting its first nuclear weapons test the previous year, thus ensuring a measure of strategic independence.

In a surprising yet respectful political gesture, Telangana Cabinet Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy publicly praised Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for his transformative role in shaping modern-day Hyderabad. The rare moment of cross-party appreciation took place during a book launch event for BJP leader Bandaru Dattatreya, held in Hyderabad on June 8, 2025. Sharing the stage with Chandrababu Na

In a swift and assertive response to growing public concern, Andhra Pradesh's Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar addressed the unexpected surge in electricity bills that has stirred public dissatisfaction across the state this month. The issue marks the first major public relations challenge for the newly formed NDA government in Andhra Pradesh. Over the past few days, social media has been abuzz with complaint

In a much-anticipated reunion that has comedy lovers buzzing, Navjot Singh Sidhu is set to return to the stage with Kapil Sharma in season 3 of The Great Indian Kapil Show. Streaming giant Netflix officially announced Sidhu’s comeback on June 9, confirming that both Sidhu and Archana Puran Singh will appear together in the upcoming season. “Ek kursi paaji ke liye please,” read the Netflix I

A tragic incident during the Eid al-Adha holiday has left an Indian family in Dubai devastated. Issac Paul Olakkengil, a 29-year-old engineer from Kerala, lost his life while scuba diving at Jumeirah Beach on Friday, June 6. The young professional, who had been working in the UAE, suffered a cardiac arrest during a training session in the water. As reported by Khaleej Times, Issac was part of a supervised di

Akhil Akkineni and Zainab Ravdjee's wedding reception on June 8 in Hyderabad turned into a grand celebrity gathering as top stars from the South Indian film industry came together to celebrate the couple’s union. The reception, hosted by the Akkineni family, saw a glamorous roll call of A-list actors and influential producers, making it one of the most high-profile events in the Telugu film circuit this year.