As Putin Tests Nuclear Missile With ‘Unlimited Range’, Trump Fires Back: “End the War, Not Missiles”
A day after Russia tested its new nuclear-capable, nuclear-powered cruise missile ‘Burevestnik’, US President Donald Trump sharply criticized President Vladimir Putin, urging him to focus on ending the ongoing war in Ukraine instead of “testing dangerous weapons.” Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One during his Asia tour, Trump said Russia’s latest missile test was […]
Trump’s Golden Ballroom: Why the White House is Starting to Feel Like an Indian Construction Site
When Donald Trump promised to “Make America Great Again,” few imagined bulldozers would one day roll into the lawns of the White House. But that’s exactly what’s happening.Trump real estate mogul turned president has decided to demolish the East Wing of the White House to build a gold-leaf ballroom, and the entire plan looks eerily […]
Trump’s sanctions on Russian oil: How Reliance, Nayara Energy earnings will be hit explained
US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose sanctions on two of Russia’s largest oil producers Rosneft and Lukoil is set to hit India’s refining sector, particularly Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) and Nayara Energy, which rely heavily on discounted Russian crude. According to industry experts, these sanctions could reduce Reliance’s EBITDA by ₹3,000–3,500 crore, as Indian […]
Twin Challenge: After India, Afghanistan Moves to Curb River Flow to Pakistan with New Kunar Dam
Pakistan’s water troubles are mounting, as Afghanistan’s Taliban-led government has begun constructing a dam on the Kunar River, a move that could significantly cut the water flow to Pakistan. The decision follows escalating tensions along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border and mirrors India’s earlier move to suspend parts of the Indus Waters Treaty after the Pahalgam terror […]
US Clarifies on H-1B Visa Fee, Big Relief for Indian Students and Tech Professionals
In a major clarification that brings relief to thousands of Indian students and professionals, the Donald Trump administration has issued detailed guidance on the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee introduced through a presidential proclamation in September. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has confirmed that the hefty fee will not apply to change-of-status […]
Afghanistan and Pakistan Agree to 48-Hour Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes
After a week of escalating violence that left dozens dead and hundreds displaced, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire the most significant de-escalation since the border fighting began earlier this month. The temporary truce began at 6:00 p.m. Islamabad time (13:00 GMT) on Wednesday, following back-to-back days of airstrikes, ground assaults, and […]
A Realignment of Pakistan–Afghanistan Relations: From Patronage to Confrontation
The long-simmering tensions between Pakistan and the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan erupted violently this week, marking what analysts describe as the most serious military confrontation between the two sides since the Taliban seized power in 2021. On October 11 and 12, heavy fighting broke out along the Durand Line the disputed border separating Pakistan and […]
Rahul Gandhi Slams PM Modi Over Taliban Presser, Calls Out ‘Empty’ Nari Shakti Slogans
A political storm erupted on Saturday after women journalists were reportedly barred from attending a Taliban press conference in New Delhi. The incident drew sharp criticism from opposition leaders, led by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, who accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government of failing to uphold women’s rights. Taking to social media, Rahul Gandhi wrote, […]
Trump to Visit Egypt and Israel After Gaza Ceasefire Deal; Focus on Peace, Reconstruction, and Hostage Release
In a major diplomatic development, US President Donald Trump has announced plans to visit Egypt and Israel following the newly brokered ceasefire agreement in Gaza, a deal that has brought a two-year-long conflict closer to resolution. Trump confirmed on Friday that he will travel to Cairo and Jerusalem to participate in events marking the formal […]
Massive Russian Strike Hits Ukraine: Kyiv Plunges into Darkness Amid Drone and Missile Barrage
Ukraine’s capital Kyiv was plunged into darkness on Friday following a large-scale Russian missile and drone strike that targeted the country’s power grid and energy facilities. The attack, described by Ukrainian officials as one of the heaviest in recent months, also caused fires and widespread damage across multiple regions. Kyiv Under Fire The Ukrainian Air […]