The renewed global focus on Venezuelan oil is not accidental. It follows the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, open statements by US President Donald Trump about the United States “running Venezuela,” and his blunt remark that countries buying Russian oil may soon be buying “Venezuelan
The Pakistan Air Force has successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Taimoor missile, marking a significant milestone in the country’s conventional strike capabilities. The test was carried out as part of Pakistan’s ongoing efforts to enhance self-reliance in defence technology and strengthen its air-launched weapons systems. Capabilities of the
The United Arab Emirates has urged all parties in Yemen to exercise restraint as the situation on the ground changes rapidly, raising fears of renewed instability in the conflict-hit country. In a statement, the UAE said it was closely monitoring developments and stressed the importance of avoiding actions that could further escalate violence or undermine […]
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has strongly criticised the Union government over reported plans to dilute or replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, calling the move an attack on rural livelihoods. He said any attempt to weaken MGNREGA would harm millions of poor households that depend on the scheme for assured employment and […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated an international exposition showcasing the sacred Piprahwa relics linked to Lord Buddha, marking a significant cultural and spiritual event. The exhibition brings together rare artefacts discovered at Piprahwa in Uttar Pradesh, a site historically associated with early Buddhist history and relic worship. Reunification of Historic
Police in Jammu and Kashmir have booked dozens of individuals for allegedly violating a ban on the use of virtual private networks, or VPNs, imposed by local administrations in parts of the Union Territory. The action follows intensified enforcement of prohibitory orders issued by district authorities citing security concerns. FIRs Filed and Action Taken According […]
The United States has announced that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro will face criminal charges related to drug trafficking and terrorism, hours after Washington claimed he had been taken into US custody. US authorities said the charges are based on long-standing indictments filed in American courts, accusing Maduro of involvement in narcotics trafficking networks and
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he intends to replace the country’s defence minister as part of a broader effort to recalibrate Ukraine’s leadership during the ongoing war with Russia. Speaking publicly, Zelenskyy said changes at the top of the defence establishment were being considered to improve efficiency, coordination, and accountability at a critical
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has announced the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme for state government employees and teachers, marking a major policy shift in the state’s retirement benefits framework. The scheme is aimed at addressing long-standing demands from employee unions seeking restoration of assured pension benefits similar to the pre-2003 pension system.
The world likes to believe it learns from its mistakes. Iraq proved that belief to be a comforting lie. Two decades after a country was invaded, dismantled, and pushed into chaos on the promise of weapons that never existed, there has been no real accountability. No consequences for those who sold the war. No punishment […]















