In a rare and significant admission, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has publicly stated that India has never agreed to third-party mediation on bilateral disputes, reaffirming New Delhi’s long-standing position that issues between the two countries must be addressed directly. His comments, made during an interview, come at a time when US President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, an

Florham Park, a suburban community in New Jersey, is the latest town to adopt stricter safety rules for electric bicycles and scooters in response to rising concerns about pedestrian safety and traffic management. With the growing popularity of e-bikes and scooters across the state, local leaders have recognized the need to clarify guidelines for riders and establish boundaries to prevent accidents and ensure shared spaces are respected. Under the new rules, riders must operate on t

Indian actor Jr NTR, who has earned global attention through his performances in Telugu cinema and his recent Bollywood debut, met United States Consul General Laura Williams in Hyderabad. The meeting highlighted not only his film career but also the growing cultural and creative ties between India and the United States. Williams shared her thoughts publicly, appreciating the actor’s projects filmed in the US and underlining how such ventures contribute to economic and cultural partners

San Jose’s Little Italy neighborhood, known for its deep cultural roots and Italian American history, is at the center of a heated dispute over a proposed street renaming. The City Council is preparing to vote on whether part of North Almaden Boulevard should be officially renamed “Little Italy Way,” but the plan has stirred frustration among property owners and confusion within the very nonprofit that has long championed the neighborhood’s heritage. The rena

The United States was left shaken in the wake of the murder of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, a close ally of President Donald Trump. His death, following a shooting at Utah Valley University, has stirred a heated political storm and brought renewed debate over gun violence, political extremism, and immigration policy. United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded firmly, declaring that immigrants found celebrating Kirk’s killing would face visa revocations and possible depo

A wave of excitement swept through Fort Worth as global streaming sensation IShowSpeed made a much-anticipated stop in North Texas as part of his ongoing 35-day nonstop live stream tour across the United States. The popular streamer, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., has become one of the most recognizable digital personalities worldwide, and his visit to the area caused a frenzy among devoted fans eager to see him in person. Crowds filled the streets as word spread that IShowS

At the Doha emergency summit attended by leaders from over 40 Muslim countries, the idea of an Islamic Nato gained momentum, with Pakistan aggressively pitching for an Arab-Islamic task force. The meeting followed Israel’s strike in Qatar and brought together Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and others under one forum. Pakistan, represented by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Is

The emergency Arab-Islamic summit held in Doha on Monday has triggered renewed calls for a NATO-style military alliance of Muslim nations. The push, spearheaded by Egypt, comes in the wake of Israel’s strike in Doha that killed Hamas operatives and a Qatari officer. While leaders differed on concrete action against Israel, the summit may have set in motion the groundwork for an Arab-Islamic defense pact. Egypt,

British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, long known for his anti-immigrant stance, has sparked debate by repeatedly praising Indians, particularly Hindus, calling them allies within Britain. This unusual position contrasts sharply with his otherwise hostile rhetoric towards migrants, making headlines after his massive "Unite the Kingdom" rally in London drew over one hundred thousand supporters. Robinson

Coachella is back and louder than ever in 2026, with organizers announcing a star-studded headline lineup featuring Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G. The iconic California music festival, which runs across two weekends from April 10–12 and April 17–19, is set to deliver a mix of global stars and genre-spanning acts that will light up the desert stage. Fans can grab their passes starting Frid

Team India finally has a new jersey sponsor after the exit of Dream11, with Apollo Tyres officially securing the rights in a massive deal that will run until 2027. The confirmation came through a senior BCCI official, ending days of speculation about which brand would step in after Dream11’s sudden departure. The exit of Dream11 followed the Indian government’s decision to ban real-money gaming platforms

Google has once again become the focus of global attention after more than 200 contractors working on its artificial intelligence projects were laid off in recent weeks. The workers, employed through outsourcing company GlobalLogic, were responsible for tasks such as rating responses from Google’s Gemini chatbot, reviewing AI-generated summaries, and ensuring that the systems produced accurate and natural-sounding answers. Despite their specialized roles

A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula in late July 2025 triggered a tsunami racing across the Pacific Ocean. While the waves caused minimal damage, the event provided a critical real-world test for Nasa’s Guardian system, an advanced disaster detection technology developed at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in California. Guardian detected atmospheric disturbances created by the tsunami within 20 minutes of

The Income Tax Department extended the ITR filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025–26 by one day, moving it from September 15 to September 16, 2025. The announcement came after the e-filing portal suffered major technical glitches, including login failures and frozen screens, leaving lakhs of taxpayers stranded. By the original deadline, 7.3 crore returns were filed, crossing last year’s record, but at least 1.5–2 crore taxpayers were still

Many people looking to improve their health and manage weight are switching from refined white sugar to alternatives like jaggery powder and brown sugar. While both appear similar and are used as sweeteners, they differ in production, nutrition, and overall health benefits. Here’s a breakdown: What is Jaggery Powder? Made from sugarcane juice or pa

The latest flashpoint in India-US trade relations has surprisingly centered on corn. US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick recently targeted India over its unwillingness to import American maize, questioning why a nation of 1.4 billion people does not buy even a single bushel of US corn while continuing to export heavily to the United States. His comments came against the backdrop of resumed trade negotiations and reflect Washington’s growing desperation to find buyers for surplus grain.

Kerala is grappling with a serious public health concern after confirming 67 cases of brain-eating amoeba infection, scientifically known as amoebic meningoencephalitis, in 2025. The rare but often fatal disease has already claimed 18 lives this year, according to updated data released under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme on September 14. The latest case involves a 17-year-old boy from Thiruvananthapuram, who was diagnosed after visiting the swi

Indian chess star R Vaishali etched her name in history once again by successfully defending her Women’s Grand Swiss title, becoming the first player ever to achieve this feat. The Chennai-born Grandmaster secured the crown on September 15, 2025, after holding former Women’s World Champion Tan Zhongyi to a draw in the final round in China. This hard-fought result ensured her sole lead in the standings and confirmed her qualification for the prestig

India marked a golden chapter in sporting history at the 2025 Speed Skating World Championships held in Beidaihe, China. Anandkumar Velkumar, a 22-year-old sensation, captured India’s first-ever world title by storming to victory in the senior men’s 1000m sprint with a stunning time of 1:24.924. This triumph was not only a personal milestone but also a historic breakthrough for the nation in a sport long dominated by countries from Europe, Latin Am

Tesla’s stock price surged by more than 3% on Monday, closing at $410.26 per share, after it was revealed that CEO Elon Musk had purchased more than 2.5 million shares in the company. The acquisition, valued at around $1 billion, was disclosed in a regulatory filing and took place in several tranches at varying prices on Friday. The move immediately triggered optimism among investors and added significant momentum to Tesla’s already robust performance in recent months. T