Trump says US has ‘total control’ of Iranian airspace amid conflict
US President Donald Trump declared on Tuesday that the United States has “complete and total control” of the skies over Iran, amid ongoing aerial strikes between Israel and Iran. Posting on his platform, Truth Social, Trump said that although Iran possesses strong air
Khamenei Shelters as Iran-Israel Strikes Kill Hundreds
The Iran-Israel conflict entered a dangerous new phase as fresh airstrikes overnight killed civilians and intensified fears of a broader regional war. According to Israeli reports, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was moved to a secure underground facility as Israel targeted Tehran’s
Centre launches ‘GST Pakhwada’ to mark 8 years of tax reform
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has launched a nationwide campaign titled ‘GST Pakhwada’, running from June 17 to June 30, to mark eight years of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime ahead of GST Day on July 1.
Priyamani and PETA India bring cruelty-free circus joy to Chennai children
Over 100 children from the Sivananda Saraswathi Sevashram experienced the magic of an animal-free circus, thanks to a compassionate initiative by actor Priyamani and PETA India. Held in Guduvancheri, the show featured Gemini Circus’ modern, cruelty-free performance using lifelike animatronic animals. Priyamani, who
Pakistan’s ASEAN dialogue partner bid faces major resistance
Pakistan’s attempt to become a full dialogue partner of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is encountering strong resistance from several member states, notably Indonesia and Singapore, despite Malaysia’s support, reports said on Monday. Islamabad’s push is seen as part of a
Trump warns Iran: Full US force will respond to any attack
As Middle East tensions intensified, US President Donald Trump issued a forceful warning to Iran on Sunday, making it clear that any attack on American interests would trigger an overwhelming military response. Posting on Truth Social, Trump emphasized that the United States had
Minnesota lawmaker killed in political attack; massive manhunt underway
A politically motivated attack shook Minnesota on Saturday as State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, was shot dead at her Brooklyn Park home, marking a historic and tragic first in the state’s modern political history. Governor Tim Walz confirmed that Hortman and her husband
8 IRGC commanders killed in Israeli airstrikes
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed the deaths of eight senior aerospace division commanders in Israeli airstrikes on Tehran, carried out on Friday. In a statement released via Sepah News, the IRGC mourned the “martyrdom” of the officers and identified them
Trump earned $57.4 million from crypto firm in 2024: Report
U.S. President Donald Trump earned approximately $57.4 million in 2024 from his cryptocurrency company, World Liberty Financial (WLF), according to a newly released U.S. Government Ethics report. The 234-page financial disclosure, filed for the year ending December 31, 2024, reveals that Trump earned
Cyprus welcomes PM Modi with ‘Vande Mataram’ in historic visit after two decades
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and symbolic welcome in Cyprus on Sunday, becoming the first Indian PM to visit the Mediterranean nation in over 20 years. The historic arrival was marked by chants of “Vande Mataram” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai”
India relocates students in Iran as tensions with Israel escalate
Amid growing tensions between Iran and Israel, the Indian government has begun relocating Indian students in Iran to safer areas, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Monday. In an official statement, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the Indian Embassy in
Modi pitches India’s growth at India-Cyprus CEO Forum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the India-Cyprus CEO Forum on Sunday, highlighting India’s rapid economic transformation and inviting Cypriot businesses to invest in the country’s growth story. Modi outlined India’s key reforms over the past decade, including the introduction of GST, corporate tax
Modi, Cyprus President boost India-Cyprus business ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides participated in a high-level business roundtable in Limassol on Sunday, aiming to boost economic and strategic ties between the two nations. The event saw the participation of top CEOs from both countries and focused
Modi thanks diaspora in Cyprus, vows stronger ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on his arrival in Cyprus on Sunday, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian diaspora for their warm welcome and reaffirmed India’s commitment to deepening ties with the Mediterranean nation. PM Modi arrived in Limassol as part of his three-nation
PM Modi’s visit to boost India-Cyprus ties and EU partnership: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Sunday expressed confidence that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus would strengthen bilateral ties and enhance the India-European Union partnership. Jaishankar made the remarks after meeting his Cypriot counterpart Constantinos Kombos upon arriving at Larnaca International
Netanyahu accuses Iran of plotting to assassinate Trump over nuclear stance
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has alleged that Iran plotted to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump due to his firm opposition to its nuclear ambitions. Speaking to Fox News, Netanyahu claimed Iran views Trump as “enemy number one” because of his tough stance
Indian diaspora upbeat ahead of PM Modi’s Canada visit
Anticipation is running high among the Indian diaspora in Canada ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the country for the G7 Summit. The visit, at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, is seen as a potential turning point in
Trump orders intensified deportation drive targeting major U.S. cities
U.S. President Donald Trump has directed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials to significantly escalate deportation operations across key American cities, calling it the “largest mass deportation operation in history.” The directive follows widespread protests in cities like Los Angeles, denouncing the administration’s
MI6 appoints first female chief in historic move after 116 years
In a landmark moment for British intelligence, Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the new head of the UK’s Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, becoming the first woman to lead the spy agency in its 116-year history. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer made the
Sudanese army repels RSF attack on El Fasher, civilians killed
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) announced on Sunday that they had repelled an intense assault by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur. The attack is part of ongoing clashes in the city, which remains a