PUNE — On June 4, observed globally as the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression, the Harmony Foundation urged stronger measures to safeguard children suffering in conflict zones. Dr. Abraham Mathai, founder-chairman of the Harmony Foundation and former chairman of the Maharashtra State Minorities Commission, condemned the escalating violence affecting children in war-torn regions worldwide. He highlighted the extreme hardships faced by children in areas suc

A Lufthansa Boeing 787 nose gear failure at Frankfurt Airport injured several staff members on Thursday, June 4, before passengers had boarded the aircraft. The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was parked at a gate and being prepared for departure when its front landing gear unexpectedly collapsed, causing the nose section of the aircraft to drop toward the ground. No passengers were on board at the time, according to reports citing the airline. Lufthansa

In a recent June 2026 podcast, former President Donald Trump addressed rumors suggesting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tricked him regarding Iran. Trump emphasized that discussions with Netanyahu, whom he calls "Bibi," focused on Israel’s operations in Lebanon and were not intended to provoke conflict. “I told Bibi, we have to be careful,” he stated, highlighting a cooperative approach rather than tension. He described their relationship as rooted in mutual respect and strat

US President Donald Trump confirmed that Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to temporarily halt attacks, creating a window for possible peace talks in Lebanon. The president highlighted his direct involvement, including discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and indirect communication with Hezbollah through intermediaries. Trump emphasized the ceasefire on his social media, noting that both sides have agreed to suspend operations against each other, while urging ho

Iran has decided to pause indirect negotiations with the United States in response to ongoing hostilities in Lebanon. Tehran cited repeated breaches of the ceasefire by Israeli forces as a primary reason for halting diplomatic exchanges. Officials emphasized that the suspension is temporary but signals a serious shift in Iran’s diplomatic approach. Tehran Signals Defensive Measures Iran’s le

A significant step toward peace emerged as Israel and Hezbollah agreed to halt hostilities, following active diplomacy from the U.S. and Pakistan. President Trump confirmed discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Hezbollah representatives, resulting in mutual commitments to stop attacks. Iran Encourages Pakistan’s Mediation Role Iran requested Pakistan to continue its diplomatic i

Israeli defense forces successfully intercepted two rockets launched from Lebanon early Tuesday morning. Air raid sirens sounded across communities in northern Israel, prompting residents to seek immediate shelter. The Israeli Air Force quickly neutralized the threats, while officials reported a suspicious aerial object landing within Israeli territory. No injuries or property damage occurred, but the incident highlights the persistent security challenges along the northern border.

Israel ordered fresh military strikes on Beirut’s southern Dahiyeh suburb on Monday, June 1, after accusing Hezbollah of repeatedly violating the ceasefire in Lebanon. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said the Israeli military had been instructed to target Hezbollah-linked sites in the area. The move has increased concern over the fragile situation between Israel and Hezbollah. Dahiyeh is widely known as a major Hezbollah stronghold, making any st

Indian Woman’s Viral Post On German Work Culture An Indian woman working as a Product Manager in Germany has gone viral after sharing a list of workplace habits that she says are completely normal in German offices but surprising for many Indian professionals. The post has caught attention because it compares two very different office cultures: one where time, documentation and direct communication are strongly valued, and another where hierarchy, long hours an

Macron Condemns Violence in Lebanon French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday, May 31, denounced the ongoing escalation in southern Lebanon, stating that the intensifying conflict cannot be justified. Macron called for an urgent end to the violence and emphasized the importance of diplomacy, urging the United States and Iran to quickly reach an agreement to prevent further regional escalation. In a message

Darializa Avila Chevalier’s Biden posts are drawing new attention after Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed her campaign against Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York’s 13th Congressional District.

The plan to open a US-supported Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya has been temporarily halted after the Nairobi High Court raised concerns about public safety and transparency. The court issued an injunction preventing authorities from admitting any individuals potentially exposed to Ebola until the matter is fully examined. The next hearing is scheduled for June 2. The proposed 50-bed facility at a Kenyan air force base was intended to isolate American citizens exposed in the Democratic Rep

A Sunnyvale Powerball ticket won $481,655 after matching five numbers in the multistate lottery drawing held on Monday, May 25, 2026. The winning ticket was sold at the Shell gas station located at 776 North Mathilda Ave. in Sunnyvale, placing the nearly half-million-dollar prize in California’s South Bay region. Winning Numbers for May 25, 2026 Powerball Drawing Lottery officials sai

Paxton Wins Texas Republican Runoff US President Donald Trump strengthened his influence inside the Republican Party after his endorsed candidate, Ken Paxton, defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate primary runoff on May 26. The result marked a major political setback for Cornyn, a four-term senator who had served since 2002 and was backed by many traditional Republican figures.

India is hosting the Quad foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi on May 26, 2026, bringing together senior leaders from India, the United States, Japan and Australia. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is chairing the meeting, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi attending the talks. The participation details are confirmed by India’s Ministry of External Affairs. The meeting comes a

A foreign divorce is not automatically valid in India just because a court in another country grants it. The Supreme Court has made it clear that when a marriage is governed by Indian matrimonial law, especially the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, any foreign divorce decree must satisfy India law, Section 13 CPC, jurisdiction rules, natural justice, and the legal principles already settled by the court. This means a US divorce may be valid in the US, but it may still fail in India if it does not ma

Netanyahu and Trump Reaffirm Iran Nuclear Stance Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that he spoke with US President Donald Trump on Sunday, May 23, 2026, to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran regarding its nuclear programme. Both leaders agreed that any final deal must eliminate the nuclear threat posed by Iran. Netanyahu highlighted that the agreement must ensure dismantling Iran’s nu

Fatal Gas Explosion at Shanxi Coal Mine At least eight people have died and dozens remain trapped after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu Coal Mine in Shanxi Province, northern China. The blast occurred at 7:29 pm on Friday, May 22, while 247 miners were working underground. By early Saturday, rescue teams had brought 201 workers safely to the surface. Authorities confirmed that eight miners had died and 38 remained trapped

Trump Rally in Suffern, New York  President Donald Trump held a rally in Suffern, New York, on Friday,May 22,2026 aiming to energize Republican supporters ahead of the midterm elections. Speaking at Rockland Community College, Trump emphasized economic issues, recent Republican victories, and tax cuts while frequently targeting Democratic policies and leaders. At one point, he referred to the Democratic National Commit

NBA Playoffs See Ejections But No Suspensions The 2026 NBA playoffs have included disciplinary moments, but there are currently no reports of players being suspended during the postseason. The most closely watched incident involved San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, who was ejected during the Western Conference semifinals after a hard play against Naz Reid in Game 4. The foul was reviewed and upgraded to a flagrant f