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

Amazon is currently navigating two contrasting stories: massive layoffs and grand future ambitions tied to artificial intelligence. Recently, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy revealed his revised vision for Amazon Web Services (AWS), which he now believes could reach a staggering $600 billion in annual revenue, roughly Rs 55,00,000 crore. This projection has been significantly boosted by the rapid growth of AI, which Jassy sees as a game changer for AWS's future. Initially, he had anticipated AWS becomi

Tensions between Israel and Iran intensified on Wednesday after a senior Iranian military spokesperson warned that any attack on Iran’s embassy in Beirut could trigger retaliatory strikes against Israeli diplomatic missions worldwide. The statement reflects growing hostility between the two regional rivals as security concerns continue to rise across West Asia. Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, spokesperson for Iran’s Armed Forces, said Israel had threatened to target the Iranian emb

Amid escalating security concerns in Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has relocated most Indian students from the capital to safer locations outside the city. In an advisory issued on March 3, the mission cited a heightened risk perception in Tehran and said transport, food and accommodation had been arranged for those moved. A small number of students remain in the city after declining the relocation offer. The embassy reiterated earlier guidance for Indian nationals still in Ira

India has issued a fresh advisory for its citizens residing in or travelling to Mexico following reports of ongoing clashes and heightened security operations in several regions of the country. The Indian Embassy in Mexico City released the alert on Sunday, urging Indian nationals to exercise extreme caution and limit their movement until the situation stabilizes. According to the advisory shared by the embassy, individuals currently in Jalisco state, including Puerto Vallarta, Chap

Health officials in Northern Virginia have confirmed two new measles cases, prompting a public health alert and an extensive list of potential exposure sites in and around Manassas. The Virginia Department of Health is urging residents who may have visited the identified locations during specific time windows to monitor themselves closely for symptoms and take appropriate precautions. According to the department, at least 10 locations have been flagged as possible measles exposure sites. Ind

An alleged key participant in the 2012 Benghazi attack has been taken into custody and is expected to face federal charges in the United States, the Justice Department confirmed on Friday. The arrest marks the latest development in a long-running terrorism case stemming from the deadly assault on American facilities in Libya that left four U.S. officials dead, including Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens. Attorney General Pam Bondi, District of Columbia Attorney Jeannie Pirro, and FB

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held talks with United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor in New Delhi, days ahead of his scheduled visit to Washington, D.C., for a high-level engagement on critical minerals. The meeting focused on multiple aspects of the India-US relationship, reflecting the breadth and depth of cooperation between the two countries across strategic, economic and defence domains. Following the meeting, Jaishankar said the discussions covered

The Ministry of External Affairs on Wednesday issued a renewed travel advisory advising Indian citizens to refrain from travelling to Iran, citing the deteriorating security situation amid widespread anti-government protests across the country. The warning comes as unrest in Iran enters its third consecutive week, with the capital city of Tehran remaining one of the focal points of the demonstrations. In an official statement, the ministry said that Indian nationals are being “onc

A tragic road accident in the eastern Kazakhstan city of Oskemen has resulted in the death of an Indian student and left two others injured, according to confirmation from the Indian Embassy in the country. The incident involved a group of Indian medical students enrolled at Semey Medical University who were returning from an excursion to the Altai Mountains, a well-known destination in the region. The accident has deeply affected the Indian student community and raised renewed concerns over stu

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The US Embassy in India has postponed temporary work visa interviews scheduled for mid-December, triggering widespread concern among Indian professionals awaiting H-1B visa processing. The affected interviews have now been rescheduled to March and April 2026, according to communications sent to applicants and legal experts familiar with the matter. The unexpected decision has disrupted travel and employment plans for thousands of workers who rely on timely visa stamping to continue their role

The United States embassy in India has issued a new advisory urging all visa applicants to strictly adhere to the updated appointment dates communicated through recent rescheduling emails. The mission clarified that individuals who arrive on their previously scheduled dates will not be granted entry into any embassy or consulate facility. The reminder follows a series of appointment modifications across multiple visa categories prompted by internal adjustments to scheduling systems, and aims

A late-night fire at a residence associated with the Embassy of Laos in Northwest Washington prompted a large emergency response on Sunday, with officials confirming that the cause remains under investigation. The fire was reported around 9:30 p.m. on the 2200 block of S Street Northwest, an area known for its diplomatic presence and historic residential structures. When fire crews arrived, they observed significant smoke and visible flames coming from the second floor of a three-story residence

A tragic accident in Saudi Arabia has claimed the lives of at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims, many of them from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana. The victims were travelling from Mecca to Madinah when their bus collided with a diesel tanker near Mufrihat early Monday. The impact of the crash was devastating, leaving dozens dead and several severely injured according to early reports. Rescue teams, paramedics and local authorities reached the spot immediately to carry out emergency respo

Amazon is preparing for its biggest round of corporate job cuts since 2022, with plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions starting Tuesday. The move affects nearly 10% of its corporate workforce and follows years of smaller layoffs across divisions such as devices, HR, and operations. Sources suggest that the job cuts will impact multiple departments, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), human resources (PXT), and corporate operations. Managers have reportedly undergone training on how to co

Amazon is reportedly preparing for another significant round of job cuts, this time targeting its human resources division as part of a broader organizational shift toward automation and artificial intelligence. According to people familiar with internal discussions, the company may reduce up to 15 percent of staff within its People eXperience and Technology (PXT) department, a key unit responsible for managing employee relations and corporate culture. While the exact number of layoffs and th

India has announced the reopening of its diplomatic mission in Afghanistan, marking a significant step in restoring engagement with the Taliban-led government. The decision, revealed during a bilateral meeting between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in New Delhi on October 10, represents the first high-level diplomatic dialogue between the two nations since the Taliban took power in August 2021. India had shut