Indian envoy thanks Sri Lanka for terror support
Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, has expressed gratitude to the Sri Lankan government for strongly condemning terrorism and standing in solidarity with India following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. In an interview with Daily Mirror,
Afghanistan backs India, dismisses Pakistan’s missilestrike claims
India and Afghanistan are reaffirming their historic relationship, pushing back against Pakistan’s attempts to drive a wedge between the two countries during Operation Sindoor. A recent phone call between India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi
Trump: India ready to remove 100% tariffs on US goods
US President Donald Trump has claimed that India is prepared to remove 100 percent of tariffs on American goods, but said he is in no rush to finalize a trade agreement. Speaking to Fox News on Friday, Trump highlighted India as a top
Trump not frustrated with Netanyahu over Gaza war
US President Donald Trump has expressed that he is not frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing war in Gaza. In an interview with Fox News from Abu Dhabi, Trump acknowledged the tough situation Netanyahu is facing, especially in the
Amit Shah launches ₹1,500 crore projects in Gujarat
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a two-day visit to Gujarat on Saturday, where he will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for over 90 developmental projects across Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad, and Mehsana. His visit includes the opening of two new Primary Health Centres, an
Neeraj Chopra’s 90.23m javelin throw earns praise from PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Neeraj Chopra after the star athlete became the first Indian to throw over 90 meters in javelin. Chopra achieved a personal best of 90.23m at the 2025 Doha Diamond League, breaking his own national record. Calling it “a
Kristen Stewart earns Cannes ovation for directorial debut
Kristen Stewart’s directorial debut The Chronology of Water premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, earning a four-minute standing ovation for its raw, non-linear storytelling and standout performance by Imogen Poots. Based on Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir, the film explores childhood trauma, drug abuse, and
Jessica Chastain still learning Italian for husband Gian Luca
Actress Jessica Chastain has shared that she’s still trying to learn Italian to better connect with her husband, Gian Luca Passi de Preposulo, and his heritage. Married since 2017, the couple shares two children—Giulietta and Augustus. Speaking to IO Donna, Chastain admitted she’s
Faf du Plessis, Stubbs rejoin Delhi Capitals for IPL 2025
Delhi Capitals have confirmed the return of vice-captain Faf du Plessis and middle-order batter Tristan Stubbs ahead of the resumption of IPL 2025. However, the team will be without Mitchell Starc and Donovan Ferreira, who remain unavailable. The franchise extended its support and
NIA arrests ISIS operatives in Pune terror case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two absconding ISIS operatives linked to a 2023 terror conspiracy case involving IED fabrication in Pune. The suspects, Abdullah Faiyaz Shaikh alias Diaperwala, and Talha Khan, were intercepted at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport after
Ahmadiyya doctor killed in Pakistan over faith
A prominent Ahmadiyya doctor, Sheikh Ahmad Mahmood, was shot dead at Fatima Hospital in Sargodha, Pakistan, reportedly due to his religious beliefs, according to local media reports. The attacker, dressed as a “Clean Punjab Program” worker, shot Mahmood twice in the back while
Digital Life Certificate Campaign boosts pension reform
The Digital Life Certificate Campaign has transformed pension disbursal for the elderly, said Union Minister Jitendra Singh, highlighting its use of facial recognition to eliminate in-person bank visits. Addressing civil servants at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Singh said
SIA conducts multiple raids across Kashmir in terror probe
The State Investigation Agency (SIA) on Saturday launched simultaneous raids at 11 locations across Kashmir in an ongoing investigation into terror-related activities. Supported by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), the raids took place in Srinagar, Ganderbal, Handwara, Sopore, and Baramulla. These actions
Supreme Court dismisses plea on alleged Rohingya deportation into sea, questions credibility of claims
The Supreme Court on Friday (May 16) questioned and expressed disbelief at a writ petition which alleged that 43 Rohingyas, including children, women and elderly, and individuals with serious health conditions such as cancer, were forcibly deported by the Indian Government to Myanmar after throwing
Donald Trump tells Tim Cook to stop Apple manufacturing in India
During his state visit to Qatar, U.S. President Donald Trump publicly urged Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop manufacturing in India and focus instead on production within the United States. The remarks come at a sensitive time, as tensions simmer between Washington and
Afghan FM backs India, rejects false claims in call with Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a phone call with Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi on Thursday, thanking him for condemning the Pahalgam terror attack and rejecting attempts to create distrust between India and Afghanistan. “Deeply appreciate his condemnation of the
UAE and US Presidents discuss deeper partnership in Abu Dhabi
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and US President Donald Trump held high-level talks in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, reaffirming their countries’ commitment to strengthening a strategic partnership that spans over five decades. The two leaders met at the Presidential Palace
India hosts UN Vesak panel on Buddha’s teachings
India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York marked the International Day of Vesak on Friday by hosting a panel discussion titled “Teachings of Gautama Buddha – A Path to Internal and Global Peace.” The event brought together diplomats, scholars, and
Pakistan deputy PM mocked for citing fake image in praise of air force
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has faced widespread criticism after quoting a fake image in Parliament that falsely claimed praise for the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) from the UK’s Daily Telegraph. During a parliamentary session on Thursday, Dar lauded
New York State Senate marks 75th anniversary of Indian Constitution
The New York State Senate has adopted a resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution. Introduced by Indian-origin Senator Jeremy Cooney, the resolution honors India’s democratic values and its shared commitment with the United States to liberty, justice, and equality. Speaking