A dramatic protest unfolded in the Texas House when Representative Nicole Collier of North Texas spent the night on the House floor after rejecting a mandated escort by state troopers. Collier declared that she would not sign away her dignity and described herself as a political prisoner in response to what she believes is an abuse of legislative power. The confrontation took place during the second special session of the legislature. The previous special session ended without pas

Shubman Gill has been appointed vice-captain of India’s T20I squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the team. Jasprit Bumrah also returns to the squad, bolstering India's pace attack for the Asia Cup, which will be held in the UAE from September 9-28, 2025. The 15-member squad was announced on August 19, 2025, by BCCI selection chief Ajit Agarkar. India will kick off their campaign against the hosts UAE on September 10, f

The Opposition INDIA bloc has chosen Justice B Sudershan Reddy (retd) as its candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election scheduled for September 9, 2025. The former Supreme Court judge will face off against CP Radhakrishnan, the NDA's candidate, who is the Governor of Maharashtra and a prominent BJP leader from Tamil Nadu. As the Vice Presidential election approaches, let’s take a closer look at J

In the run-up to the Vice Presidential election, the BJP has maneuvered cleverly, placing the DMK in a tricky position by selecting CP Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader from Tamil Nadu, as their Vice Presidential candidate. The Opposition, however, has responded with its own strategy, naming Justice (retired) B Sudershan Reddy from Andhra Pradesh as its candidate, creating a political dilemma for the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), a key ally of the BJP at the Cen

The battle for the Vice Presidential election has sparked a political tug-of-war among Opposition parties as they debate over their candidate. Trinamool Congress, led by Mamata Banerjee, has emerged as a key player in these discussions, urging the Opposition to avoid a Tamil vs Tamil fight. This request has put the DMK (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) in a difficult position, particularly as the NDA (National Democratic Alliance) has already announced CP Radhakrish

Summary The Trump-Putin summit in Alaska ended without solving the Ukraine war. Two possible outcomes have emerged: Ukraine could become a smaller but sovereign nation with Western protection, or it could lose both land and indepen

As the highly anticipated Asia Cup 2025 approaches, speculation has intensified over the inclusion of Shubman Gill in India’s squad. Despite his stellar performance in the recently concluded England Test series, reports suggest that the in-form batter might not make the cut for the upcoming tournament. Set to begin on September 9, 2025, the Asia Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), where India is expected to field a team with significant e

The Indian men's shooting team secured a silver medal at the 2025 Asian Championships in the 10m air pistol team event. Comprising Anmol Jain (580), Aditya Malra (579), and Asian Games gold medallist Saurabh Chaudhary (576), the team collectively scored 1,735 points, finishing second behind China, who took the gold with a score of 1,744 points. Iran bagged the bronze with 1,733 points. The team’s effort marked a strong performance in the ongoing comp

In a significant development, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. The phone call focused on the ongoing Ukraine war and potential paths to a peaceful resolution. Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s consistent stance of advocating for peace, emphasizing India’s support for efforts aimed at resolving the Ukraine conflict. The leaders also d

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to India marks a crucial moment in the efforts to reset strained relations between the two neighboring giants. This is the first time in three years that Wang Yi has visited India, signaling an important opportunity for both countries to engage on key issues such as border disputes and regional security. Wang Yi's meeting with India’s Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar, and his scheduled meeting with Prime M

The Election Commission of India (ECI) strongly refuted allegations of “vote chori” made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, assuring citizens that electoral rolls remain transparent and credible. At a press conference in New Delhi, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar clarified that assigning house number zero and instances of duplicate names did not amount to electoral fraud. He further challenged Gandhi to p

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has named Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice Presidential election, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21, 2025, due to health issues. The announcement was made by BJP president JP Nadda after a key meeting attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. If elected, Radhakrishnan w

Summary The BJP has nominated Maharashtra Governor CP Radhakrishnan as the NDA’s Vice Presidential candidate following Jagdeep Dhankhar’s resignation due to health reasons. Radhakrishnan, born in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, is a two-time MP and for

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has acknowledged that the idea of imposing secondary sanctions on China for refining Russian oil carries serious risks for the global economy, warning that such measures could drive up energy prices at a time when the market is already under strain. His remarks come amid ongoing friction over India’s continued oil trade with Moscow, which has led Washington to impose additional tariffs on New Delhi. The dual focus on China

Ohio State has announced the team captains who will lead the Buckeyes into the 2025 football season. Head coach Ryan Day confirmed that four players were chosen by their teammates to take on leadership roles: safety Caleb Downs, linebacker Sonny Styles, offensive lineman Austin Siereveld, and wide receiver Brandon Inniss. Each of these players has demonstrated strong performance on the field as well as dedication in the classroom, earning respect throughout the

According to senior officials and sources familiar with ongoing discussions, former President Donald Trump personally engaged with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and key European leaders early Saturday morning in a phone call that focused on the possibility of the United States participating in a NATO-like security guarantee for Ukraine as part of a broader peace deal with Russia. This development comes at a critical moment when Ukraine’s securit

Chicago will once again play host to a major UFC pay-per-view event as the octagon returns to the United Center for a stacked card featuring a middleweight championship bout between reigning champion Dricus Du Plessis and undefeated contender Khamzat Chimaev. The high-profile clash is set to headline a night of action-packed fights that has captured the attention of mixed martial arts fans across the globe. For both fighters, the stakes are enormous — Du

Harris County Commissioners Lesley Briones and Adrian Garcia are preparing to unveil their new budget priorities during a press conference this morning, with a focus on investments in public safety, health, and infrastructure. This announcement, which is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. outside Commissioners Court in downtown Houston, is expected to highlight crucial areas such as disaster preparedness, road projects, and law enforcement funding. Despite the expansive

Paris Saint-Germain began the 2025 season in style by lifting their first-ever UEFA Super Cup, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 4-3 on penalties after a thrilling late comeback in Udine, Italy. Spurs, playing their first competitive game under new coach Thomas Frank, looked on course for glory after Micky van de Ven struck in the 39th minute and Cristian Romero doubled the lead early in the second half. However, PSG turne

Vece Paes, former Indian hockey player and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away at the age of 80 in Kolkata. A key member of the bronze medal-winning hockey team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, Paes also contributed to India’s bronze at the 1971 Hockey World Cup in Barcelona. He had been battling advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease and was admitted to Woodlands Hospital on Tuesday morning. B