In a major counterterrorism development, US President Donald Trump announced that Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as the global second-in-command of the Islamic State terror group, has been killed in a joint military operation conducted by American and Nigerian forces in Africa. The operation marks one of the most significant blows to ISIS leadership in recent years...
A fresh political controversy has erupted in West Bengal after an FIR was registered against senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader and Member of Parliament Abhishek Banerjee over alleged inflammatory speeches delivered during the recently concluded Bengal election campaign. The development has intensified the already heated political atmosphere in the state, where allegations of post-poll violence,...
India must accelerate its journey towards complete self-reliance in defence production to safeguard its national security interests in an increasingly uncertain global environment, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said. Speaking at a public engagement linked to major defence manufacturing initiatives, Singh underscored that depending on foreign nations for critical military requirements leaves any country vulnerable...
Australia has officially outlawed a neo-Nazi extremist organization under newly strengthened anti-hate legislation, marking one of the country’s most aggressive moves yet against violent extremist groups and organized hate networks. The decision reflects growing concerns among authorities about the rise of far-right radicalization, online extremist recruitment, and the increasing threat posed by ideologically motivated violent...
In a significant administrative move aimed at easing pressure on the city’s infrastructure and addressing public health concerns, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a two-day work-from-home arrangement for employees in government offices across the national capital. The decision comes amid growing concerns over extreme weather conditions, rising temperatures, traffic congestion, and deteriorating air quality...
India and the United Arab Emirates have strengthened their strategic partnership by signing crucial agreements focused on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies and strategic petroleum reserves during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Abu Dhabi. The agreements come at a time of rising instability in global energy markets and increasing concerns over supply disruptions linked...
Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump held extensive high-level talks in Beijing, where both leaders reportedly reached a series of new common understandings aimed at improving bilateral ties and reducing strategic tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The discussions took place during Trump’s multi-day visit to China, marking the first visit...
A fragile calm returned to parts of Manipur after several civilians from the Naga and Kuki communities, who had been held hostage amid escalating ethnic tensions, were released following intensive negotiations involving community leaders, civil society organisations, and government officials. The latest crisis unfolded against the backdrop of renewed violence in the hill districts of...
Indian-American economist and former IMF official Gita Gopinath has ignited a global conversation on gender representation after publicly criticizing the absence of women during a high-level meeting between leaders of the United States and China. Her remarks came after photographs from the summit showed an entirely male delegation seated at the main negotiation table during...
Maharashtra’s political leadership put on a public display of austerity and fuel conservation as Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis arrived at Vidhan Bhavan on a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle, while Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde chose an electric vehicle for official travel. Several ministers and government officials also opted to walk to government meetings, reflecting a...