German Chancellor Olaf Scholz warned on Monday that the European Union would take countermeasures if the United States proceeded with imposing additional tariffs on EU exports. Speaking upon his arrival at an EU summit in Brussels, Scholz emphasized Europe's economic strength and its ability to respond decisively. "As a strong economic region, we have the capacity to take independent action an

Dr Agarwal’s Healthcare Ltd, a leading healthcare provider, is all set to list its shares on the stock exchanges on February 4. The company raised a significant amount of ₹3,027.26 crore through its initial public offering (IPO), which included both a fresh issue and an offer for sale. The IPO was open for subscription from January 29 to January 31, 2025, and the allotment was finalized on February 3. The IPO was priced between ₹382 and ₹402 per share, with investors eager to see

Under Donald Trump’s second term, US foreign policy is increasingly mirroring India’s strategic approach—prioritizing national interests over traditional alliances. Trump’s signature "America First" stance, which triggered trade wars and diplomatic strains, reflects India’s long-standing focus on self-interest, even if it means distancing from conventional multilateralism.  

Dwyane Wade Opens Up About Life-Changing Kidney Cancer Diagnosis and Surgery Dwyane Wade is reflecting on how a routine health checkup turned into a life-altering cancer diagnosis, ultimately leading to the removal of 40% of his kidney. The 43-year-old NBA legend shared his experience on the Jan. 30 episode of his podcast, The Why With Dwyane Wade

Formation of SIT to Investigate Arrest Claims: The Maharashtra Home Department has set up a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine allegations that the former MVA government planned to falsely arrest Eknath Shinde and Devendra Fadnavis. The investigation was prompted by claims from businessman Sanjay Punamiya, who provided evidence of a supposed conversation between a former police officer and the ex-Mumbai Police Commissioner about the planned arrests.

Greenlanders Overwhelmingly Reject U.S. Annexation, New Poll Shows A new poll conducted in Greenland reveals that a significant 85% of the population opposes the idea of the island becoming part of the United States, a proposal recently put forward by President Trump. The survey, published in Berlingske and Sermitsiaq, highlights Greenlanders' strong desire to maintain their autonomy despite increasing intern

The Telangana government has initiated the construction of a new Osmania Hospital, aimed at addressing both the current and future healthcare needs of the state. The foundation stone ceremony for the hospital is scheduled for today at Gosha Mahal, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy presiding over the event. Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka and several other ministers and MLAs will also attend the groundbreaking ceremony. This project is a priority for the Congress government, which has committed to

PM Modi Expresses Deep Condolences Over Tragic Mid-Air Collision in Washington, D.C. In a devastating aviation tragedy near Washington, D.C., an American Eagle passenger jet collided mid-air with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River, claiming the lives of all 64 people on board. The incident, one of the deadliest aviation disasters in the U.S. in decades, has sent shockwaves across the world.

India Rejects Canadian Report on Election Interference, Accuses Ottawa of Meddling In a sharp rebuttal to allegations of election interference, India has dismissed a report by the Canadian Commission that accuses New Delhi of attempting to influence Canada’s electoral process. Instead, the Indian government has turned the tables, criticizing Ottawa for meddling in India’s internal affairs and fostering an environment conducive t

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States in February, as confirmed by US President Donald Trump. This will mark the first meeting between the two leaders since Trump’s second-term inauguration on January 20.   According to reports, Trump and Modi recently had a productive phone call, discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation and strengthen the US-India strateg

Virat Kohli, one of India's cricketing icons, is making his much-awaited return to domestic cricket by featuring in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match for Delhi against Railways. This will be his first appearance in the competition in over 12 years, with his last appearance in a domestic red-ball event dating back to 2012. Kohli was seen participating in a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, where he joined his Delhi teammates ahead of the match. Kohli had pr

The United Kingdom and Ireland are preparing for what could be one of the deadliest storms in recent history. Storm Eowyn is rapidly intensifying, and the Met Office has issued a Status Red weather warning for both regions. The storm is expected to bring severe weather conditions, including winds exceeding 130 km/h, torrential rain, and even snow in certain areas. The multi-hazard event is anticipated t

On the morning of January 24, 2025, Uttarkashi, a region in Uttarakhand, was jolted by a mild earthquake registering a magnitude of 3.5 on the Richter Scale. The earthquake occurred at 8:19 AM IST and had a shallow depth of 5 km. The seismic event's epicenter was located at latitude 30.85° N and longitude 78.60° E, as confirmed by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). Earthquakes of this magnitude are typically not strong enough to cause significant damage, but can still b

A recent study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open reveals that women may have a 31% higher risk of developing long Covid compared to men, with the highest risk observed in those aged 40-55 years. Among this group, menopausal women face a 42% higher risk, while non-menopausal women show a 45% increase. The study, based on the 'RECOVER' trial, included over 12,200 participants and was led by researchers from The University of Texas,

Donald Trump and Melania Trump celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary in January 2025, with the former president sharing a heartfelt tribute to his wife on social media. To commemorate the milestone, Trump posted a throwback photo from their wedding in 2005, captioning it with a simple yet touching message: “Happy 20th Anniversary to Melania.”   A separate post on the official @P

Strengthening US-India Relations During his visit to the United States to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, S. Jaishankar praised the growing bilateral relationship between India and the United States. Representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy, Jaishankar emphasized the commitment of the Trump adm

TikTok Unavailable in U.S. App Stores: What's Happening and What Are the Alternatives? The TikTok Ban and Legal Limbo TikTok, the widely popular short-form video platform owned by Chinese company ByteDance, has faced scrutiny over national security concerns due to its handling of user data and potential ties to the Chinese gov

Trump Withdraws U.S. from Paris Agreement on First Day of Second Term On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the Paris Agreement, the landmark international climate treaty in which nearly 200 countries pledged to work together to limit global warming. The decision comes at a

The World Bank-appointed Neutral Expert has affirmed its authority to resolve the ongoing dispute between India and Pakistan concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir, under the 1960 Indus Water Treaty. India welcomed the decision, which supported its stance that all seven issues related to the two projects fall within the expert’s jurisdiction. The dispute, which centers around the technical designs of the two hydropower plants, escalated t

Trump’s Warning to BRICS On January 20, after being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump issued a strong warning to BRICS nations regarding their ongoing de-dollarization initiatives. During a press meet in the Oval Office, he declared that BRICS members would face a 100% tariff on trade with the U.S. if they pursued efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar