Peaceful re-polling in Bengal sees over 55% turnout in first six hours
Re-polling across 15 booths in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district progressed peacefully on Saturday, recording strong voter participation in the first half of the day. According to officials, the combined turnout reached 55.57 percent within the first six hours of polling, reflecting
Trump raises EU auto tariffs to 25%, escalates trade tensions
US President Donald Trump has announced a sharp increase in tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union, raising duties to 25 percent and intensifying transatlantic trade tensions. Speaking to reporters before departing on Marine One, Trump said the decision was
Trump ties Iran action to market resilience
US President Donald Trump said recent military action against Iran was undertaken despite expectations of a sharp economic shock, arguing that preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons outweighed risks to markets and oil prices. Speaking at an event in Florida, Trump said he
Trump touts US economy, defends Iran strikes
US President Donald Trump defended recent military actions against Iran while highlighting what he described as strong economic performance during remarks at a Forum Club event in Palm Beach. Trump reiterated that the United States would not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons,
UK’s trade with US strongly affected by tariffs
The United Kingdom’s trade with the United States has been significantly impacted by tariffs imposed by the administration of Donald Trump, according to new data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The figures show that British goods exports to the United
Trump warns of possible disruption to global oil flows amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
US President Donald Trump has warned of potential disruptions to global oil flows as tensions escalate around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supplies. Speaking at a Forum Club event in Palm Beach, Trump described an increasingly congested maritime
US believes naval blockade costs Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue: report
A US naval blockade targeting Iran’s ports has led to an estimated $4.8 billion loss in Iranian oil revenue, according to a report by Axios citing Pentagon officials. The report highlights the scale of disruption, noting that two oil tankers have been seized
India and Israel on parallel paths in counter-terrorism efforts: report
India and Israel are increasingly aligning in their approach to counter-terrorism, focusing on operational cooperation, deterrence, and minimizing civilian harm, according to a report published in The Algemeiner by geopolitical consultant Paushali Lass. The report notes that both countries face similar security challenges,
Indian naval ship Sunayna arrives in Singapore under IOS sagar mission
An Indian naval vessel, INS Sunayna, has reached Singapore’s Changi Naval Base as part of the ongoing IOS SAGAR mission, reinforcing India’s commitment to maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The visit highlights growing defence engagement between India and ASEAN nations.
Trump calls suspect ‘sick’, praises agents after foiled White House dinner attack
U.S. President Donald Trump has described the suspect behind the foiled attack at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner as “a sick guy,” while praising the swift response of security agencies that prevented a potentially serious incident. Speaking in an interview, Trump said
Tehran airport reopens as US–Iran ceasefire allows gradual return of international flights
International flights have begun resuming at Imam Khomeini International Airport in Tehran, marking a significant step toward restoring normalcy after weeks of disruption caused by the conflict involving the United States and Israel. The reopening comes amid a fragile ceasefire between Iran and
AAP’s Rajya Sabha exodus: A constitutional loophole or political reckoning?
By: Dr. Avi Verma The sudden resignation of seven out of ten Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) members in the Rajya Sabha is not just another episode of political realignment—it is a moment that tests both the spirit of India’s anti-defection law and the
Donald Trump evacuated from White House Correspondents’ Dinner after suspected gunshots
U.S. President Donald Trump was evacuated from the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner after suspected gunshots were reportedly heard in the vicinity, prompting an immediate and coordinated security response. According to initial reports, the incident occurred during the high-profile gathering attended by senior
United States and Iran are set to hold a second round of high-stakes talks in Pakistan
After days of diplomatic uncertainty, the United States and Iran are set to hold a second round of high-stakes talks in Pakistan, signaling a cautious attempt to revive dialogue amid escalating regional tensions. The latest round of discussions will be led by U.S.
Trump shares anti-India remarks, MEA responds calling comments inappropriate and in poor taste
The Indian government has strongly reacted after Donald Trump shared controversial content containing derogatory remarks about India and Indian immigrants, calling the comments “uninformed, inappropriate, and in poor taste.” The response from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) came after Trump reposted a
US, Iran hold second round of talks in Pakistan amid fragile ceasefire tensions
The United States and Iran are set to hold a second round of high-stakes talks in Pakistan on Saturday, as a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East continues to hold amid deep mistrust and unresolved disputes. The discussions come nearly two weeks after
Raghav Chadha exits AAP, joins BJP with six MPs in major political shift
In a dramatic political development, Raghav Chadha has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, taking with him six other Rajya Sabha MPs and triggering a major setback for Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party. Chadha announced that seven out of AAP’s 10 Rajya
Raghav Chadha joins BJP, cites Rajya Sabha merger with two-thirds AAP MPs
In a major political development, Raghav Chadha has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party, announcing that a significant faction of AAP members in the Rajya Sabha will merge with the party. Addressing a press conference, Chadha said that “two-thirds” of Aam Aadmi Party MPs
US Navy blocks Iranian-flagged vessel amid ongoing port blockade
In a fresh escalation of maritime tensions, a United States Navy guided-missile destroyer intercepted and halted an Iranian-flagged vessel attempting to reach a port in Iran, reinforcing Washington’s ongoing naval blockade in the region. The operation involved the USS Rafael Peralta (DDG-115), which
Netanyahu says tumor removed, confirms clean health status
Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that he recently underwent treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, confirming that doctors have found no remaining trace of the disease. The 76-year-old leader shared the update as part of his annual medical assessment, stating that he remains in “excellent