In a landmark energy agreement, Russia’s state oil company Rosneft has committed to supply 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day to India’s Reliance for the next 10 years, worth approximately $13 billion annually. This deal represents about 0.5% of global oil supply and strengthens energy relations between India and Russia, especially as Russia faces intense Western sanctions due to its invasion of Ukraine. The deal is set to begin in January and will involve monthly deli

The potential fall of Syria’s Assad regime poses a serious challenge for Russia’s foreign policy and military strategy. One of Moscow's most prized assets from its involvement in Syria has been its naval base at Tartus, located on the Mediterranean coast. However, recent developments, including the departure of Russian warships from Tartus, signal that Moscow's long-term access to this crucial facility is at risk. This would be a major blow to Russia, which has historicall

During Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit to Russia, talks are progressing on a major defence agreement worth $4 billion that could significantly enhance India’s air defence infrastructure. The deal revolves around the acquisition of the Voronezh radar system, manufactured by Russia's Almaz-Antey Corporation, which specializes in anti-aircraft missile systems and radars. The Voronezh radar, with a range of over 8,000 km, is designed to detect threats such as ballisti

This morning, an attempted assassination of Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal took place at the Golden Temple, but quick action by security personnel prevented any harm. Badal, who was performing sewadar duties after being punished by Akal Takht for mistakes during the Akali Dal's tenure, was approached by a man identified as Narain Singh. Singh, who had concealed a firearm in his pocket, tried to shoot Badal but was stopped just in time. Alert sewadar personnel noticed the sh

The bail hearing for Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, the Hindu priest accused of sedition in Bangladesh, has been postponed until January 2, 2025, after no lawyers appeared in court on Tuesday. This delay follows reports that a Bangladeshi lawyer defending the Hindu monk was brutally attacked at his home by Islamists and is now in the Intensive Care Unit. According to the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the lawyer’s attack has made it impossible for him to rep

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the country's 2025 budget, allocating $126 billion (13.5 trillion rubles) to national defence, which accounts for 32.5% of the total government spending. This marks a significant increase from last year’s budget, highlighting the ongoing strain the war in Ukraine has placed on Russia’s finances. The budget sets a new record, with military spending expected to account for over 6% of Russia's GDP. In contrast, expenditu

Russia launched a massive assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure overnight, using 90 missiles and 100 drones. The attack has left over one million people without electricity as temperatures drop, marking the 11th large-scale attack on Ukraine's power systems this year. Ukrainian authorities have accused Russia of "weaponizing winter," with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemning the use of cluster munitions against civilians and infrastructure. At

Donald Trump’s allies have sharply criticized President Joe Biden’s recent decision to allow Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles for attacks inside Russian territory, calling it a dangerous escalation of the ongoing war. This move marks a significant policy shift with just two months left in Biden’s presidency, and it comes amid mounting tensions over the war’s direction and potential negotiations for peace. The new policy fulfills a long-standing

President Joe Biden has authorized a significant shift in U.S. policy by lifting restrictions on Ukraine’s use of U.S.-provided long-range weapons to strike targets inside Russian territory. This decision allows Ukraine to deploy the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) against Russian positions deep within its borders. The move comes at a critical juncture in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, with Russian forces gaining ground and some 10,000 North Korean troops reportedly statio

In a recent interview with Sky News Australia during his visit, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar responded sharply to a question from Australian journalist Sharri Markson, who asked if India recognizes Australia's "angst" over its relationship w

In a shocking incident at Kalaignar Centenary Hospital in Chennai, a Tamil Nadu government doctor was stabbed seven times on Wednesday morning by a young man. The attacker, reportedly the son of a cancer patient being treated by the doctor, allegedly carried out the att

Police in Telangana's Vikarabad district have taken swift action by arresting 55 individuals in connection with the recent attack on district officials during a public hearing for the proposed 'Pharma Village'. The attack, which took place in Lagacharla village of Dudyala mandal, left District Collector Prateek Jain, Additional Collector G. Lingya Naik, and Kodangal Area Development Authority (KADA) Chairman Venkat Reddy injured. The incident, which occurred in Kodangal con

In a historic and unprecedented move, Russia has imposed a staggering fine of $20 decillion—equivalent to a 2 followed by 34 zeros—against Google, specifically targeting its subsidiary YouTube. This astronomical penalty comes in response to YouTube's decision to block several Russian state-run media channels, including RT and Sputnik, following the onset of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The fine was issued after a Russian court determined that Google had violated

In a notable twist in the TDP office vandalism case, several YCP leaders including Lella Appireddy, Talasila Raghuram, and Devineni Avinash have resorted to a famous dialogue from Jr NTR’s movie Adhurs — "Telidu… Gurthuledu… Marchipoya" (don’t know, forgot, don’t recall) — during their police investigation. This dialogue has humorously yet significantly become a part of their defense strategy. The Supreme Court had earlier directe

Rescue of Indian Nationals: Forty-five Indian citizens who were illegally inducted into the Russian army and forced to fight in the Ukraine conflict have been rescued and discharged from military service, according to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs. The rescue operation was part of ongoing efforts to address the plight of Indian nationals who had been misled into joining the Russian military. The Ministry also reported that fifty more Indi

The September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, orchestrated by Al-Qaeda, profoundly transformed the global landscape. Nineteen terrorists hijacked four planes, leading to the destruction of New York’s Twin Towers, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., and the crash of United Flight 93 in Pennsylvania. This catastrophic event resulted in nearly 3,000 deaths and prompted immediate and sweeping actions by the United States, including the invasion of Afghanistan to dismantle Al-Qaeda and oust the Ta

Madhya Pradesh is currently dealing with a series of distressing jackal attacks, particularly in Sehore district. On Monday evening, two men were attacked by a jackal in the Sagonia Panchayat of Rehti tehsil. The horrifying event was captured on CCTV, showing the jackal aggressively lunging at the men as they sat by the roadside. Despite their efforts to fend off the animal by throwing stones, the jackal persisted until one of the men managed to grab and throw it approximately 15 feet away.

On September 4, 2024, it was reported that at least 100 villagers were killed in a brutal attack by suspected Boko Haram extremists in northeastern Nigeria. The violence erupted on September 1, 2024, when more than 50 militants on motorcycles launched a coordinated assault on the Tarmuwa council area in Yobe state. The extremists opened fire on a market, worshippers, and homes, causing widespread devastation. The attack included gunfire and arson, with buildings being set ablaze, ac

The Andhra Pradesh police department has intensified its scrutiny of YCP leaders accused in various criminal cases, with Devineni Avinash recently becoming the latest target. Avinash, who has been active in the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP) since 2019 and faced a significant defeat in the 2024 elections, is one of the accused in the attack on the TDP office in Vijayawada. His involvement in this case has drawn substantial a

Former YCP minister Jogi Ramesh has encountered significant legal troubles following a police summons related to an attack on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s residence. This development comes as Jogi Ramesh faces questions about his involvement in the attack, including who accompanied him and the identities of those who orchestrated it. The police are keen to establish the extent of Ramesh’s involvement and his role in the attack. In addition to the police summons,