Bengal Police Crackdown After Park Circus Namaz Protest Violence Tension continued to grip Kolkata’s Park Circus area after violent protests over restrictions on roadside namaz and anti-encroachment drives left several police personnel injured and triggered a large-scale police crackdown. The unrest, which erupted on Sunday evening at the busy Park Circus Seven Point Crossing, has now become one of the biggest law-and-or

A woman lawyer has alleged that she was sexually assaulted inside a moving car in Pune after an evening outing near Koregaon Park. The incident reportedly took place on Sunday night when she had travelled to Pune for work. Police have taken action in the case and detained three men, while efforts are underway to trace another accused. Victim’s Background According to police, the

Maharashtra’s Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana beneficiaries may soon get relief if they are facing problems due to e-KYC errors. According to reports, the state government is considering giving eligible women another opportunity to correct mistakes in their electronic verification details. The move could help beneficiaries whose payments were delayed, stopped or affected because of wrong Aadhaar details, bank account mismatches, mobile number issues or incorrect information entered du

Ohio social media warning label bill HB 808 would require notices on platforms that use addictive features to keep users scrolling for long periods. The bill was introduced in the Ohio House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, by state Representatives Christine Cockley of Columbus and Jodi Salvo of Bolivar. Legislative tracking records show the measure was later referred to the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with no

MEA Responds To Trust Question In Oslo India’s Ministry of External Affairs responded strongly during a press briefing in Oslo after a Norwegian journalist questioned why India should be trusted and why Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not take questions from the press. MEA Secretary West Sibi George answered by defending India’s democratic institutions, constitutional protections, media environment and record on human

The Islamic Center of San Diego shooting left three people dead outside the mosque in Clairemont on Monday, May 18, 2026, as police investigated two teenage suspects who were later found dead nearby. San Diego police said officers responded to a reported active shooter at about 11:43 a.m. PDT at the Islamic Center of San Diego, located in the 7000 block of Eckstrom Avenue. Authorities said three adult men were killed outside the mos

San Diego Mosque Shooting Under Hate Crime Review Authorities investigating the San Diego mosque shooting said two suspected gunmen found dead on May 18,2026 in a nearby vehicle were teenagers, as police and federal investigators continue working to determine what led to the attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Mark Remily, the FBI special agent in charge in San Diego, confirmed Monday that the suspects were juven

Chicago teen curfew enforcement is under renewed focus after police responded to a large youth gathering in Hyde Park on Sunday, May 17, 2026, days before Memorial Day weekend. Police said officers and violence interrupters worked to clear large groups of teens near 55th Street and Blackstone Avenue. The incident was reported on Monday, May 18, 2026, after police said a 14-year-old girl disregarded verbal warnings and struck an offi

New Jersey ranks third in the United States for lottery jackpot wins since 2005, according to an analysis of Powerball and Mega Millions jackpot data from the past 20 years. The Garden State recorded 33 jackpot-winning tickets during the period, placing it behind only California and New York in the ranking of states with the most major lottery jackpot winners. New Jersey Powerball and Mega Millions Winners The

A Mersin shooting near Tarsus left five people dead and eight others wounded on Monday, May 18, 2026, as Turkish security forces searched for a suspect accused of opening fire at multiple locations in southern Turkey. The attacks were reported in Mersin province, including the Tarsus district, about 40 kilometres northeast of the city of Mersin. Local reports identified the suspect as Metin Ö., 37, though authorities had not immediately released a full public statement confirming t

The Trump IRS lawsuit settlement is drawing new scrutiny after the Justice Department announced a $1.776 billion DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund on Monday, May 18, 2026, as part of an agreement resolving President Donald Trump’s lawsuit over leaked tax return information. The settlement ends Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service, which was filed after his confidential tax records were leaked. Under the agreement, Trump and other plaintiffs are expected to receive a formal apology but no monetary damages. What the DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund Means The DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund is designed to review claims from people who say they were unfairly targeted by politically motivated government investigations or prosecutions. The fund could provide compensation or formal apologies to approved claimants. The proposal has quickly become a major political and legal issue because the money would come through a federal judgment fund, raising questions over taxpayer money, congressional approval and Justice Department oversight. Why the Trump IRS Lawsuit Settlement Faces a Congress Challenge Democrats argue that the Trump IRS lawsuit settlement could allow taxpayer money to benefit political allies of the president. Representative Jamie Raskin, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, has criticized the plan and argued that Congress did not authorize the fund. The expected Congress challenge to the Trump settlement fund may focus on whether the executive branch can create such a large compensation program through a lawsuit settlement without direct approval from lawmakers. Trump Tax Return Leak Remains at the Center The original case came from the Trump tax return leak, after confidential IRS information was disclosed and later reported by media outlets. A former IRS contractor, Charles Littlejohn, was prosecuted and sentenced to five years in prison for leaking tax records. The legal fight is now moving beyond the tax leak itself. The larger dispute is over whether the Justice Department can use settlement power to create a politically sensitive compensation fund involving claims of government “weaponization.” For US readers, the case matters because it could shape future limits on executive authority, federal settlements and how taxpayer-funded legal claims are handled when a sitting president is personally connected to the dispute.

A Costco patio swing recall affects about 18,500 Agio Menlo Woven Patio Swings after reports that the seat can detach from the frame, creating a serious fall hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Officials said consumers should stop using the recalled swing immediately and request a free repair kit before anyone sits on it again. Costco Patio Swing Recall Covers Agio Menlo Model 1934256

The Trump 007 meme went viral after the White House shared a James Bond-style image of Donald Trump on its official X account, drawing attention from political observers, entertainment fans and social media users. The post, shared over the weekend of Saturday, May 16, 2026, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, showed Trump in a tuxedo-style spy pose with 007-inspired branding and the slogan “Make America Great Again.” The caption included only an eye emoji

Gold and silver prices moved higher in the latest market update. Currency rates remained key for INR-based precious metal pricing. Gold Price Gold (per oz): $4,554 (↑) Gold 24K (per 10g): ₹141,030 approx Gold 22K (per 10g): ₹129,184 approx Silver Price Silver (per oz): $76.61 (↑) (₹7,379 approx)

India has strongly rejected reported comments made by Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten on press freedom and minority rights, saying such remarks do not reflect a proper understanding of India’s democratic system, social diversity and constitutional values. The response came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Netherlands. Speaking in The Hague, MEA Secretary West Sibi George defended India’s record on democracy, elections, minority rights and development, making

Unitree Robotics has introduced the GD01, a large pilotable robot that is attracting attention because it looks less like a normal machine and more like something from a futuristic movie. The robot is designed to carry a human operator inside an open cockpit and move using robotic legs instead of wheels. The GD01 is being discussed as one of the latest examples of how fast China’s robotics industry is growing. Unitree, already known for its robot dogs and humanoid machines, is now

Iran-US peace talks are continuing through Pakistan as Tehran and Washington remain divided over sanctions, nuclear activity, frozen Iranian assets, war damages and the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has responded to a new proposal aimed at ending the conflict, while Pakistan continues to play the role of mediator between the two sides. The diplomatic effort comes at a sensitive time. Tensions remain high in the region, and both countries are under pressure to avoid another round of escalat

Twisha Sharma, a 33-year-old woman from Noida, was found dead at her husband Samarth Singh’s house in Bhopal’s Katara Hills area on May 12, 2026. The case came into sharper focus today, May 18, after her final WhatsApp and Instagram chats surfaced in the news, showing alleged anxiety, emotional distress, missing home, and a feeling of being “trapped” before her death. Singh is a lawyer, and the couple had reportedly met on a dating app in 2024 before marrying in December 2025.

In a major Tiruvallur bonded labour rescue, 39 Odisha migrant workers were rescued from a brick kiln at Vannipakkam village in Ponneri taluk of Tiruvallur district. The workers, who belonged to Balangir district in Odisha, were reportedly brought to Tamil Nadu nearly five months ago after advances of around Rs 30,000 were allegedly paid for each worker. The rescue operation was carried out by the District Legal Services Authority and Revenue officials after complaints were raised abou

Three Argentine fans cycling to the 2026 World Cup reached Fort Worth, Texas, during the weekend of Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17, 2026, after traveling roughly 10,000 miles through 17 countries. The cyclists — Vicente Conculini, Miguel Silio and Yamandú Martínez — are longtime friends from Gualeguaychú, Entre Ríos, Argentina. Their journey, known on social media as “Enbiciando al Mundo,” began on Saturday, August 16, 2025, as they set out by bicy