A county judge in Texas has been found guilty on two counts of money laundering, marking a major development in a high-profile campaign finance case. KP George, the first Indian-origin judge in Fort Bend County, was convicted of third-degree felony charges and now faces up to 10 years in prison. He is expected to be removed from office following his sentencing. The case traces back to financial activities between 2019 and 2022, when George was actively raising and managing campaign

US President Donald Trump has stated that Iran has agreed to never develop nuclear weapons, describing the development as a sign of progress in ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two countries. His remarks come at a time when tensions in the Middle East remain high, with regional conflict continuing to shape the broader geopolitical landscape. Speaking to reporters at the Oval Office, Trump adopted an optimistic tone, indicating that backchannel communicati

In a major political development ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, Kamal Haasan's Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) has decided not to contest the polls, citing dissatisfaction over the seat-sharing arrangement with the DMK-led alliance. Despite the disagreement over the number of seats allocated to MNM and the proposal to contest under the DMK’s ‘Rising Sun’ symbol, Haasan’s party has pledged unconditional support to the alliance, leaving an open declaration that they would ba

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as multiple nations, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, face a series of drone and missile attacks. At Kuwait International Airport, a fuel tank was targeted, sparking a fire, but no casualties were reported. Bahrain also suffered a fire at a company facility due to missile strikes, allegedly launched by Iran. Kuwait’s military and other regional air defense systems have been actively intercepting these threats, with explosion so

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant conversation. The two leaders highlighted the necessity of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and accessible for global trade. In a post on social media, Modi mentioned having a "useful exchange" with Trump. He emphasized India’s firm stance on de-escalation and peace, recognizing that the Strait of Hormuz is crucial for global stability due to its role in oil shipm

As the conflict in the Middle East enters its fourth week, Iran has firmly denied engaging in any negotiations or discussions with the United States since the hostilities began, contradicting recent remarks by US President Donald Trump. The Iranian government’s statement comes after Trump publicly claimed that Washington and Tehran had held “very good and productive conversations” aimed at achieving a comprehensive resolution to the ongoing crisis. Iranian officials dismissed the assertion

Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization on Tuesday reported that a projectile struck within the perimeter of the Bushehr nuclear power plant, alleging that the attack was carried out by the United States and Israel. In an official statement, the agency described the incident as part of continued aggression by what it termed the “American-Zionist enemy.” Authorities said the projectile landed inside the facility’s enclosure but confirmed that initial assessments found no financial losses, techn

On March 24, 2026, Russia launched a large-scale drone and missile assault targeting civilian areas across Ukraine, killing at least four people and injuring more than 35, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack marked one of the most intense aerial offensives in recent weeks and coincided with increased Russian efforts along front-line positions, raising concerns about the start of a broader spring offensive. Ukraine’s air force reported that nearly 400 long-range drones were d

Filmmaker Priyadarshan and his ex-wife Lissy Lakshmi have made headlines once again, not for a marriage, but for a reunion that has taken place ten years after their divorce. The couple, who had been married for 24 years before parting ways in 2016, have now chosen to live together once more. However, Priyadarshan clarified that they have no intentions of remarrying. Instead, their focus is on companionship, friendship, and mutual love—qualities that go beyond a marriage certificate. This e

An airstrike targeting a military installation used by the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) in Iraq’s Anbar province has resulted in multiple fatalities, including a senior commander, amid rising regional tensions. The Iran-aligned group confirmed that Saad Duwai al-Baiji, its Anbar commander, was among those killed in the strike. Initial reports indicated that at least seven PMF fighters were killed and 13 others injured when the strike hit the base during what sources described

A loud explosion was reported over Jerusalem early Tuesday following two rounds of missile launches from Iran, heightening tensions in the already volatile Middle East region. Israeli authorities confirmed that air raid alerts were triggered across several areas, prompting residents to take shelter as defense systems responded to the incoming threats. According to the Israeli military, the missile launches occurred within a short interval, with the second wave followed by an audible

OpenAI has identified its close relationship with Microsoft as a potential business risk, according to a financial document shared with prospective investors as part of its latest funding round. The disclosure highlights the company’s reliance on Microsoft for a significant portion of its financing and computing infrastructure, raising concerns about concentration risk as it prepares for a possible initial public offering. The document, which includes detailed risk factors related to both

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday held a detailed telephonic conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on the escalating West Asia conflict and its broader implications for global energy security and economic stability. The discussion comes at a critical time when geopolitical tensions in the Gulf region are raising concerns among major economies dependent on stable crude oil supply chains. According to Jaishankar, the conversation add

A Colombian military aircraft carrying 110 soldiers crashed shortly after take-off in the country’s remote southern Amazon region on Monday, prompting an urgent emergency response and raising concerns over potential casualties. The aircraft, identified as a Lockheed Martin Hercules C-130, went down near Puerto Leguzamo, a town located close to the border with Peru, according to officials from the defence ministry. Preliminary reports indicate that the aircraft had just departed when the in

In a significant development that has captured the world's attention, President Donald J. Trump has announced a five-day pause in military actions between the United States and Iran. This decision follows a series of "productive discussions" between both nations, which Trump described as "detailed and constructive." These talks are being viewed as a potential opening for de-escalating tensions in the Middle East, a region that has been marked by ongoing conflict and instability. Tru

In a groundbreaking move, Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, is reportedly building an AI CEO agent to assist him in his day-to-day duties. The AI model, still in the testing phase, is designed to help Zuckerberg quickly access critical information, potentially streamlining his workflow and making decision-making faster than relying on a team of staff members. This shift towards AI even at the highest levels of leadership highlights a growing trend where CEOs are not exempt from the integration of