A New York judge recently denied US President-elect Donald Trump's request to have his conviction for covering up hush money payments to a porn star thrown out on the grounds of presidential immunity. Judge Juan Merchan ruled that the immunity typically granted to presidents for official actions does not apply to the conduct involved in this case, which he deemed as "unofficial." This ruling keeps Trump's felony conviction intact, despite his legal team's attempt to use

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s 50-year regime has ushered in a new chapter for Syria, marked by jubilation and uncertainty. In Damascus, crowds celebrated the regime's collapse, while other groups, including rebel factions, engaged in efforts to stabilize the country and fill the power vacuum left behind. Syrian journalist Abdo Fayyad attributes this shift to the 2016 opposition victories in Idlib, which laid the groundwork for today’s rebel advances. While the future

In a significant development, at least 75 Indian nationals have been evacuated from war-torn Syria, where rebel forces have overthrown President Bashar al-Assad’s government. The evacuees, including 44 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir stranded at Saida Zainab, have safely crossed into Lebanon and will return to India by commercial flights, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. The evacuation follows multiple requests from Indian nationals and an assessment of the evolv

Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on military targets in Syria after Israeli troops seized a buffer zone, previously established after the 1973 Middle East war. The military said it would deploy forces in additional locations essential for Israel’s defense, though it denied advancing toward Damascus. On the same day, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in his long-running corruption trial, denying charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. Netanyahu called the charge

The Bombay High Court recently condemned the rising number of frivolous petitions filed to stall redevelopment projects, calling it the "cheapest method" to delay legitimate work. In this case, a 67-year-old tenant, Khimjibhai Patadia, filed a petition claiming tenancy rights to resist eviction from the 83-year-old Bubna bungalow in Kandivali, Mumbai. The property was set for redevelopment, with all other tenants already vacating. Patadia's claims were rejected by the court, whi

A royal clash erupted at the Udaipur Palace on Monday evening, stemming from a long-standing dispute within the Mewar royal family regarding the management of royal palaces and temples. The conflict escalated when Vishvraj Singh, the newly crowned Maharana of Mewar, was denied entry into the palace by the trust managed by his uncle, Shreeji Arvind Singh Mewar, and cousin, Dr. Lakshya Raj Singh. This denial led to a confrontation, resulting in three injuries and heightened security at the pala

On Sunday, fierce fighting continued between Israel and Hezbollah, with Israel striking Hezbollah’s stronghold in southern Beirut. In retaliation, Hezbollah launched one of its largest attacks in months, firing around 250 rockets into Israel, wounding at least seven people. Israeli air defenses intercepted some of the rockets, but others caused damage to houses, including in the Tel Aviv area. Hezbollah also claimed responsibility for launching a swarm of attack drones targeti

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar playfully suggested to his nephew, Rohit Pawar, that had he campaigned in the Karjat Jamkhed constituency, where Rohit won by a narrow margin of 1,243 votes, it might have been difficult for him to retain the seat. Rohit, the grandnephew of NCP (SP) leader Sharad Pawar, won against BJP's Ram Shinde in the just-concluded assembly polls. Ajit Pawar made the comment during a visit to the memorial of Y B Chavan, Maharashtra's first Ch

The property dispute between YS Sharmila and her brother, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, has escalated into a major public conflict. During a press conference, Sharmila revealed that Jagan's group is willing to give her her rightful share of the family assets, but only if she agrees to stay silent and stop speaking against his leadership and political actions. Despite the offer, Sharmila made it clear that she is no longer interested in the property, as her primary goal

In a new strategy to secure the release of hostages taken by Hamas during its October 7, 2023 attack, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel will pay $5 million for each hostage returned, along with safe passage for the person bringing the hostage out of Gaza. Netanyahu's offer comes as part of Israel's ongoing efforts to fulfill its promise to bring home the hostages taken by Hamas militants. Netanyahu made the announcement on Tuesday, urging Ga

The 2024 Andhra Pradesh elections have witnessed a significant political shift, particularly in the Nellore region, which was once a stronghold of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP). The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has managed to completely overturn the political landscape in the region, winning all 10 seats in the Nellore segment, a remarkable turnaround from their complete defeat in the 2019 elections. This transformation in Nellore can be largely attributed to the strategic defection of

Police in Telangana's Vikarabad district have taken swift action by arresting 55 individuals in connection with the recent attack on district officials during a public hearing for the proposed 'Pharma Village'. The attack, which took place in Lagacharla village of Dudyala mandal, left District Collector Prateek Jain, Additional Collector G. Lingya Naik, and Kodangal Area Development Authority (KADA) Chairman Venkat Reddy injured. The incident, which occurred in Kodangal con

World leaders rushed to congratulate Donald Trump on his stunning victory in the 2024 US presidential election over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Trump's win, widely considered a historic comeback, sparked diverse reactions across the globe. Unlike his first election win in 2016, many European leaders and key international figures expressed warm support and readiness to work with the incoming US president. However, some countries like Russia maintained a cooler stance on his victory

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed his heartfelt congratulations to JD Vance for his victory as US Vice President-elect, calling it a historic moment not only for the United States but also for the Telugu community worldwide. Naidu particularly highlighted the significance of Usha Chilukuri Vance, Vance’s wife, who is set to become the first Second Lady of the United States of Telug

In a speech delivered at her alma mater, Howard University, Kamala Harris officially conceded the 2024 presidential election to Donald Trump, acknowledging his victory and offering her support for a peaceful transfer of power. Despite her concession, Harris emphasized that her commitment to the causes of freedom, equality, and justice would not waver. She encouraged her supporters to "keep fighting," invoking the metaphor of stars shining in the darkness to represent hope and resili

After a challenging five-year tenure under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the TDP, in alliance with JSP and BJP, achieved a significant victory in the 2024 elections. This win marks a pivotal moment for the NDA and especially for TDP cadres who faced severe hardships during the YCP regime. Celebrations erupted as this victory stands as one of the most significant in TDP’s history. However, the euphoria

Revenue officials in NTR district have been issued showcause notices for their negligence in issuing land certificates bearing the image of former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. This incident has sparked controversy and criticism from the TDP cadre, who have accused the officials of continuing outdated practices despite the recent change in government. The certificates in question were issued by the Mee Seva centre at Dabbakulapalli village in Votsaboyi mandal, raisin

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, who lost his diplomatic passport following recent election results, faced a significant legal hurdle in securing a new passport. Initially, his request for a 5-year regular passport was denied by the Vijayawada special court, which issued a passport valid for just one year. Displeased with this decision, Jagan canceled his planned trip to London and chose to challenge the court's ruling at the AP High Court. In a recent

India's journey in the Paralympics 2024 began with a flurry of intense action in para badminton. Male stars Sukant Kadam and Suhas Yathiraj delivered dramatic victories in their opening men's singles SL3 matches, showcasing their exceptional skills. Meanwhile, Manasi Joshi faced a narrow defeat against Indonesian top seed Qonita Syakuroh in a thrilling third game decider, highlighting the competitive nature of the SL3 category. In the mixed doubles events, an all-India clash

The recent rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at a Kolkata government hospital has led to intense scrutiny and a high-profile investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The victim’s parents have petitioned the Calcutta High Court, alleging that the autopsy revealed a significant amount of semen in their daughter's body—150 mg—suggesting gang-rape. The postmortem report confirmed strangulation as the cause of death, along with numerous injury marks i