A devastating ferry fire near Indonesia’s Madura Island has left at least five people dead and 28 others missing, triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation by maritime authorities and emergency teams. The incident has raised fresh concerns over passenger safety and emergency preparedness in one of the world’s busiest maritime regions. The passenger ferry...
The Government of India has appointed Vishwesh Negi, a 2002-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, as the country’s next Ambassador to the Islamic Republic of Iran. The appointment marks a significant development in India’s diplomatic engagement with Tehran at a time when regional geopolitics, energy security, trade interests, and strategic partnerships continue to shape relations...
The political landscape of Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a fresh debate over the future of Muslim voter support, with All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi attempting to expand his party’s presence in the state. His growing outreach has sparked discussions about whether he could challenge the long-standing influence of Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh...
OpenAI has reportedly revealed details about its upcoming generation of artificial intelligence models, introducing the name “Astra” for its next major AI model family. The company’s announcement has drawn attention across the technology sector after claiming that an internal version of an Astra model successfully solved ten long-standing unsolved mathematical problems, highlighting significant progress in...
A powerful earthquake struck parts of Egypt, triggering panic among residents and prompting authorities to begin assessing the extent of damage and possible casualties. The tremors were felt across several regions, forcing many people to evacuate buildings as a precaution and gather in open areas. The sudden seismic activity created fear among residents, particularly in...
Ukraine and Russia have intensified their exchange of strikes, with both sides appearing to increase the scale and intensity of military operations as the prolonged conflict enters another phase of escalation. The latest wave of attacks highlights a growing pattern of expanded aerial and missile operations between Moscow and Kyiv, nearly four-and-a-half years after the...
India’s slim chances of staying in contention for the World Test Championship (WTC) final have received a significant setback after premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah was ruled out of the upcoming two-Test series against Sri Lanka due to an incomplete recovery from a left knee injury. Bumrah’s absence is a major concern for the Indian...
Several schools across Delhi received bomb threat messages, triggering panic among students, parents, teachers, and school authorities on Monday. Following the alerts, security agencies and local police teams immediately launched verification operations at the affected institutions to ensure the safety of students and staff. The threatening messages prompted schools to take precautionary measures, including restricting...
Popular comedian Pranit More made an emotional return to the stage during his first live performance after facing intense criticism over his remarks related to a ₹370 biryani controversy. The comedian, who had been at the centre of a public debate following the incident, appeared overwhelmed during the show as he spoke about the challenges...
A major fire broke out at the abandoned Centennial Mills warehouse on Naito Parkway in downtown Portland, Oregon, on Sunday afternoon, sending large plumes of smoke into the sky and prompting an extensive emergency response from local firefighters. The blaze spread rapidly through the vacant warehouse structure, which has remained a prominent feature of Portland’s...