South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol Arrested: A Historic and Controversial Moment In a groundbreaking development, South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol has become the country’s first sitting president to be arrested. This marks the conclusion of a tense weeks-long standoff between law enforcement officers and the president’s security team.

Diageo India, the owner of popular brands like Johnnie Walker and Smirnoff, has appointed Praveen Someshwar as CEO-Designate, succeeding Hina Nagarajan, who has led the company for the last four years. Someshwar, currently the CEO and Managing Director of HT Media, brings extensive leadership experience, having worked with PepsiCo for 24 years across various roles in general management, finance, and strategy. Hina Nagarajan, the first woman to lead Diageo India, played a pivotal rol

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has strongly rebutted Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s claims regarding the 2024 Indian elections, labelling them "factually incorrect." Zuckerberg, in a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan podcast, suggested that most incumbent governments globally, including India's, lost in the 2024 elections due to post-Covid dissatisfaction. However, the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won a decisive third term in India, securing the trust

As Indian cricket fans eagerly await the official squad announcement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, former cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Irfan Pathan have shared their preferred team selections. With the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeking an extension from the ICC to finalize the squad due to the uncertainty surrounding Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav’s availability, both Gavaskar and Pathan have made some notable omissions in their dream squads. Sunil G

Challenges NRI Parents Face in Arranging Marriages for Their Children For Non-Resident Indian (NRI) parents, one of the most significant milestones they often face is the task of arranging marriages for their children. While marriage remains an important cultural tradition in many Indian families, NRI parents encounter unique challenges when navigating this important phase of their children's lives

The week witnessed crucial political and economic developments that influenced market movements across the world. In India, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced its third-quarter earnings, with a net profit rise of 4.1%, while the Union government predicted India's economy would grow at its slowest pace in four years, with a projected GDP growth rate of 6.4% for fiscal year 2024-25. Meanwhile, India's merchandise trade deficit remained elevated despite a reduction in go

Blue Origin's long-awaited New Glenn rocket is preparing for its inaugural launch on Sunday, signaling a major step forward for Jeff Bezos’ space company and a potential challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX. Standing 30 stories tall, New Glenn represents a significant multibillion-dollar effort by Blue Origin to compete with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and capture a share of the growing satellite constellation launch market. If successful, New Glenn will also enable the deployment of A

President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral was a poignant tribute to a life devoted to service, faith, and global humanitarian efforts. At the age of 100, Carter, the 39th President of the United States, left behind a legacy defined by compassion, progressive ideals, and unwavering commitment to peace. His funeral brought together all living U.S. presidents and dignitaries from around the world, showcasing the widespread admi

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) 2025: A Detailed Overview The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) will take place in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from January 8-10, 2025. This biennial convention celebrates the invaluable contributions of Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) towards India's development. Organized by the Ministry of External Affairs in collaboration with the Go

Afghanistan has expressed its desire to enhance diplomatic relations with India, assuring that it does not pose a threat to any nation. In a statement after the first publicly acknowledged engagement between Kabul and New Delhi since the Taliban came to power, Afghanistan’s Foreign Ministry highlighted its intent to strengthen ties, particularly in political and economic spheres. The meeting, held in Dubai, involved Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan M

WASHINGTON — On Thursday, the Supreme Court rejected President-elect Donald Trump’s request to block criminal proceedings in his New York hush money case, allowing a sentencing hearing scheduled for Friday to proceed. In a 5-4 decision, with four conservative justices dissenting, the conservative-majority court diverged from its earlier decisions that had favored Trump. The brief, unsigned

California is enduring a series of catastrophic wildfires that have claimed seven lives and caused extensive destruction across the Los Angeles area. The Palisades and Eaton fires have been particularly devastating, with five fatalities linked to the Eaton fire and two to the Palisades fire. Thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate as firefighters battle to contain the flames. There has been some progress in

The Henley Passport Index 2025 reveals that India’s passport has dropped five places, now ranking 85th globally. Indian passport holders can travel visa-free to 57 destinations, sharing the position with Equatorial Guinea and Niger. Singapore continues to top the rankings with visa-free access to 195 destinations. The top 10 list is largely dominated by European countries, with Japan, South Korea, and Finland making notable appearances. A significant change in this year’

India has extended invitations to Pakistan, Bangladesh, and other neighboring countries to participate in a unique seminar marking 150 years of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This initiative aims to set aside political differences and highlight the shared history of the Indian subcontinent. The seminar is being hailed as a first-of-its-kind effort by the Indian government to foster regional cooperation. Invitations have been sent to Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Afghanis

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the genome sequencing data of 10,000 Indian nationals, a significant step in advancing biotechnology research in India. This data, known as Genome India Data, encapsulates the vast genetic diversity of the Indian population and will be available to researchers through the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) with "managed access." PM Modi highlighted that the national database would be crucial in the treatment of genetic and infecti

Manoj Tiwary, former Indian cricketer, has criticized the selection of Gautam Gambhir as the head coach of the Indian national cricket team, stating that Gambhir is more suited for mentoring IPL teams rather than leading the national side. Tiwary cited several poor performances, including India's recent losses in Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, to support his argument that Gambhir’s appointment was a mistake. He believes that Gambhir lacks the necessary coach

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed doubts about the future of the INDIA alliance, calling for its dissolution if it was created solely for the 2024 Parliament elections. Abdullah highlighted the lack of clarity regarding the alliance's leadership, agenda, and overall direction, noting that no meetings of the INDIA bloc have been organized. He also mentioned that the Congress should not take its leadership position in the alliance for granted, pointing out that so

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Chairman S.N. Subrahmanyan's remarks about employees needing to work 90 hours a week to stay competitive have sparked outrage on Reddit. In a video from an internal interaction, Subrahmanyan expressed his belief that working on Sundays would help employees achieve success, citing China's 90-hour work week as a model to follow. The comments were met with significant backlash, with many questioning the toll such work expectations take on employee well-being

A significant high-level meeting took place in Dubai between senior Indian officials and the Afghan Taliban leadership. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri represented India, while Afghanistan's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi attended on behalf of the Taliban government. The meeting, which is vital for fostering stronger bilateral relations, aimed to improve cooperation across various sectors, including humanitarian aid, development, trade, and security. One of the

In a heartbreaking incident at Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupathi, four people lost their lives in a stampede, and over 25 others were injured. The tragedy occurred when a large crowd of devotees had gathered to receive tokens for the Vaikuntha Dwara Sarva Darshan. The situation escalated quickly, leading to the unfortunate deaths and several injuries. The injured devotees are currently receiving treatment at Ruya Hospital. Viral visuals from the scene show police and locals coming togethe