Two major incidents on March 23 have drawn national attention in the United States, as authorities investigate a fatal aircraft collision at LaGuardia Airport and a massive refinery explosion in Texas that has raised concerns over energy supply and safety. Late Sunday night, just before midnight on March 23, an Air Canada Express flight collided with a fire rescue vehicle while landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York. The aircraft, a CRJ900 operated by Jazz Aviation, was carrying 72 passeng

A massive explosion at the Valero Port Arthur refinery in Texas on Monday (March 23) has triggered an emergency response and raised fresh concerns over fuel supply stability in the United States. The incident sent flames and thick black smoke into the sky, prompting authorities to issue a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents. Local emergency officials urged people in surrounding areas to remain indoors as a precaution, citing potential risks from hazardous smoke. The refinery

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

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The AIADMK, a key player in the alliance, will contest 178 of the 234 constituencies, while the BJP will contest 27 seats. Other alliance partners include the PMK, which has been allocated 18 seats, and AMMK with 11 seats. AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami (EPS) expressed confidence that the discussions within the alliance had gone smoothly, confirming the offic

Tragedy struck New York's LaGuardia Airport on Sunday night when an Air Canada Express passenger plane collided with a fire truck on the runway, resulting in the deaths of both the pilot and co-pilot. The incident, which took place at approximately 11:38 pm local time, left at least 13 people injured, including two firefighters who were reportedly in stable condition after being rushed to the hospital. The accident has since sparked a full-scale emergency response, with evacuation and rescue

A new chapter in Karnataka's ongoing power struggle unfolded when Pranavananda Swamiji, a prominent seer, made claims regarding the state budget. The Swamiji alleged that mutts, or Hindu monasteries, that had supported Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s bid to take over as the state’s chief minister were deliberately sidelined in the budget presented by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. According to the seer, not a single rupee was allocated to these mutts, despite their vocal backing of Sh

The central government is preparing to implement the Women’s Reservation Act, a major reform aimed at increasing female representation in Indian politics. According to sources, the rollout may be based on the 2011 census, potentially bypassing delays linked to fresh census and delimitation processes.

India has moved to strengthen its energy security as global tensions rise in West Asia, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirming that the country currently holds a strategic petroleum reserve of 53 lakh metric tonnes. Addressing the Lok Sabha, he also revealed plans to expand this reserve to 65 lakh metric tonnes in the near future.

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam has made a bold political move by deciding to contest the upcoming Puducherry Assembly elections independently. The party, led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, has officially announced candidates for all 30 constituencies, signaling its intent to emerge as a strong alternative in the region’s political landscape. The elections are scheduled to take place on April 9, with counting of votes set for May 4. The current Assembly term will end on June 15, makin

​US President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States was “doing extremely well in Iran,” making a series of sweeping claims about the country’s military capabilities during a ceremony at the White House. Speaking while presenting the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy, Trump asserted that Iran’s naval forces had effectively been neutralised, stating that the country now has “no navy anymo

US President Donald Trump on Friday sharply criticized NATO allies, accusing them of failing to support Washington and Israel during the ongoing conflict with Iran, while also expressing frustration over their stance on rising oil prices. His remarks highlight growing tensions between the United States and its traditional partners amid escalating instability in the Middle East. In a social media post, Trump described NATO as ineffective without US leadership, calling the alliance a “paper

TVK (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam) general secretary Aadhav Arjuna has apologized to superstar Rajinikanth for his earlier remark regarding the actor's political entry, which led to significant backlash from the actor’s supporters. Arjuna stated that he never intended to belittle Rajinikanth and that his comments had been misunderstood. Speaking at a TVK meeting in Kolathur, Arjuna clarified that his remark, which suggested that the DMK had a hand in blocking Rajinikanth's political e

In an important development in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has allotted five seats to its ally, the Communist Party of India (CPI), for the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. This seat allocation comes after several rounds of talks between the two parties, reflecting their continued collaboration and alliance ahead of the crucial polls. The decision was finalized following discussions held at the DMK headquarters, Anna Ari

AIADMK MP C Ve Shanmugam has sparked a major controversy with his misogynistic comment on popular actor Nayanthara while criticizing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin’s “tell us your dream” initiative, which is part of the government's outreach campaign ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections. The initiative involves volunteers visiting homes to gather feedback and suggestions on governance. Shanmugam, a former minister, took a dig at the scheme during statewide protests orga

A major fire broke out in a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan on Tuesday morning, sending thick plumes of black smoke across the New York skyline just hours before the city’s St Patrick’s Day parade. Authorities said the incident began shortly before 10 am near East 43rd Street and Madison Avenue, a busy area close to Grand Central Terminal. Emergency crews from the Fire Department of New York responded swiftly, dispatching multiple fire engines and ladder companies to the scene. D

Severe storms sweeping across the state of New Jersey caused dramatic damage to rail infrastructure after a tree crashed through the cab of a moving train, narrowly avoiding serious injuries. The incident occurred on the Atlantic City Rail Line, highlighting the intensity of the overnight weather conditions that battered parts of the region. According to officials, the tree struck the engineer’s cab during the height of the storm. Despite the severity of the impact, the train engine

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation on Tuesday with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, as tensions continue to escalate across the West Asian region. The discussion focused on regional stability, recent developments in the Middle East crisis, and the importance of safeguarding critical global energy routes. During the call, both leaders underscored the need to ensure safe and uninterrupted navigation through the Strait of