The United States Supreme Court has handed President Donald Trump a significant legal victory by refusing to expedite a case challenging his broad reciprocal tariffs on imports. The court’s decision, delivered Friday, rejected an urgent scheduling request made by two family-owned companies that aimed to invalidate several of Trump’s import duties. The companies, Learning Resources Inc. and Hand2Mind Inc., had asked the justices to bypass the usual judicial process and conside

Every year on June 21, music lovers around the world celebrate World Music Day, a vibrant event that brings people together through the universal language of music. Also known as Fête de la Musique, this global celebration is dedicated to honoring the spirit of music by encouraging participation from amateur and professional musicians alike. Originating in France in 1982, the concept was introduced by then French Minister of Culture, Maurice Fleuret. Th

In a major development amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, Iran has temporarily reopened its closed airspace to facilitate the evacuation of Indian nationals. The decision comes as a humanitarian gesture following diplomatic efforts by the Indian government. As per official reports, nearly 1,000 Indian citizens, including students and workers stranded in different regions of Iran, will return to India on Friday night via special chartered flight

Rice prices in Japan have experienced a dramatic surge, more than doubling in May with a year-over-year increase of 101.7%, marking the steepest rise in over 50 years. This significant increase follows a 98.4% spike in April and a 92.1% year-over-year rise recorded in March, underscoring the growing concerns over staple food affordability in the country. The Japanese government has attempted to curb the rapid price rise by releasing emergency rice stockpiles, aiming to stabiliz

The conflict between Iran and Israel surged into a more dangerous phase on Friday as both sides traded heavy missile and drone attacks for the eighth straight day. For the first time in the current escalation, Iran deployed missiles equipped with cluster munitions a highly controversial weapon after Israel launched targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear infrastructure. One of the Iranian missiles struck a hospital in so

In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Israel launched a massive aerial assault deep into Iranian territory overnight, targeting sensitive military and nuclear facilities. Dubbed Operation Rising Lion, the offensive involved 40 Israeli fighter jets that dropped over 100 precision-guided bombs on strategic locations across cities such as Arak, Natanz, Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, and Kermanshah. One of t

  It is unusual for a world leader to decline an invitation from the President of the United States, especially when such an invite comes at a crucial diplomatic juncture. Yet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to politely turn down Donald Trump’s invite was a strategic move, reflecting a deepening rift in trust between India and the United States. The timing was particularly notable as India began warming up to Canada, marking a clear shift in diplomatic prio

In a significant move reflecting renewed military and diplomatic engagement, United States President Donald Trump hosted Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir for a private luncheon in Washington, signaling a rare high-level interaction between the leadership of the two countries. Held on Wednesday in the Cabinet Room, the meeting was closed to public and press coverage, but has drawn considerable international attention due to its rarity and timing. Field Marshal Asim Muni

US President Donald Trump has indicated that he is seriously considering a military strike on Iran, though he has not issued a final order. According to senior White House aides, Trump is monitoring developments closely and wants to give Iran a final opportunity to halt its nuclear program voluntarily. The current focus is on Iran’s Fordow uranium enrichment facility, an underground site believed to be heavily fortified and capable of withstanding conventional attacks. Only advanced bun

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed India’s firm stance on the Kashmir issue during a phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, categorically rejecting any possibility of third-party mediation. India’s foreign secretary Vikram Misri confirmed that Modi strongly conveyed to Trump that Delhi will not accept any external involvement in the matter of Kashmir, which it considers strictly bilateral. This reiteration came amidst a renewed push by Trump to mediate

In a direct and defiant response to United States President Donald Trump's recent comments demanding Iran’s "unconditional surrender," Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a stark warning, vowing that Tehran would not yield to threats or coercion. In a televised address delivered Wednesday, Khamenei asserted that any US military intervention would inflict irreparable damage, not just on Iran, but significantly on American interests as well.

Anant and Akash Ambani have emerged as the richest Indians in 2025, commanding a combined net worth of ₹3.59 lakh crore. The sons of Mukesh Ambani have overtaken other corporate heavyweights, securing the top spot on the newly released 360 ONE Wealth Creators List 2025, prepared in collaboration with CRISIL. This inaugural list features a total of 2,013 Indian entrepreneurs, investors, professionals, and heirs, collectively holding ₹100 trillion approximat

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Canada for the 51st G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, as part of his ongoing four-day visit across Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia. He was warmly welcomed by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the summit venue, with both leaders holding bilateral talks that emphasized deepening ties between India and Canada. PM Modi expressed gratitude for the G7 invitation and noted the strong investment links and shared democratic valu

Tensions between Iran and Israel surged dangerously on Wednesday as Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched a Fattah-1 hypersonic missile toward Tel Aviv, marking its first reported use in the ongoing war. The strike occurred in the early hours of the sixth day of open hostilities between the two regional powers. Israeli authorities confirmed multiple explosions over Tel Aviv, while retaliatory airstrikes hit military sites near Tehran a

As the Israel-Iran conflict escalates, its effects are rippling beyond diplomacy and military affairs, directly impacting global trade and oil prices. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage that connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea, is once again at the center of attention. In 2023, nearly 21 million barrels of oil passed through the strait daily, representing about 20% of global petroleum liquids consumption. Any disruption in this corridor could cause dramatic shifts in

President Donald Trump returned to Washington in the early hours of Tuesday, following an abrupt departure from the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Canada. The move came as tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Iran. Trump, who had initially planned to remain for the summit’s entirety, decided to leave after dinner with other world leaders, citing the urgency of the Middle East situation. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One from Calgary, Trump dismissed Fr

The G7 Summit is an annual meeting of leaders from seven of the world’s largest and most advanced democratic economies. These include the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan. The European Union also takes part in the discussions as a non-enumerated participant. Together, these nations represent a small portion of the world’s population but command nearly one-third of the global GDP, giving them substantial i

Santa Clara County supervisors have taken a major step toward adopting a $14 billion budget that attempts to preserve essential public services amid mounting state and federal funding threats. The unanimous preliminary approval followed weeks of hearings and workshops, with final adoption expected on June 17. However, the mood among county leaders was far from celebratory, as they confronted the reality of declining external support and growing local demand. Supervisors acknowledg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Calgary, Canada, to attend the 51st G7 Summit, currently taking place in Kananaskis, Alberta. His visit to Canada follows a diplomatic engagement in Cyprus, where he was hosted by President Nikos Christodoulides. The summit comes at a crucial time as global geopolitical tensions escalate, especially due to ongoing hostilities between Israel and Iran, and the continuing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Former National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon emphasized that India should not expect the world to align its foreign policy with New Delhi’s concerns on Pakistan, especially regarding terrorism and international funding. Speaking to India Today, Menon said diplomacy has limits and it’s unrealistic to task diplomats with changing how other countries behave since they act according to their own interests.