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The Bombay High Court’s decision to openly question the failure of civic authorities to control air pollution, and its warning that salaries of top municipal commissioners could be stopped, deserves clear appreciation. In a system where air pollution has been normalised as a seasonal inconvenience rather than treated as a public health emergency, judicial intervention […]
International
A major winter storm is moving across large parts of the United States, bringing snow, freezing rain and sharp drops in temperature from Texas and Oklahoma towards the Midwest and eastern regions. Snowfall has been reported in parts of north Texas and Oklahoma City, with icy conditions developing as the system advances. Flights Cancelled, Travel […]
National Politics
Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor skipped a key strategy meeting called by his party’s leadership on Kerala’s upcoming assembly elections. The gathering in New Delhi was aimed at planning campaign strategy and seat sharing with allies. Snub At Kochi Event Cited Party sources say Tharoor was upset over Rahul Gandhi not acknowledging him by name […]
International
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has demanded an apology from US President Donald Trump over remarks suggesting NATO allies did not fight on the front lines during the Afghanistan war. Starmer said the comments were inaccurate and deeply disrespectful to allied troops who served alongside US forces. Defence Of Allied Forces Starmer stressed that British […]
International
The United States is set to formally leave the World Health Organization in January 2026, following a withdrawal notice issued by President Donald Trump in January 2025. Under WHO rules, a one-year notice period is required for any member state to exit the organisation. Reasons Behind The Decision US officials have cited dissatisfaction with the […]
International
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has signed on to a newly formed international peace body promoted by US President Donald Trump, referred to as the Board of Peace. The initiative is aimed at shaping post-conflict arrangements and peace efforts related to Gaza and wider regional stability. Israel Pushes Back Strongly Israel has openly opposed Pakistan’s […]
International
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has strongly criticised the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, describing the current situation in Bangladesh as chaotic and dangerous. Speaking from India, where she has been in exile since August 2024, Hasina claimed that democratic rights are suppressed and the country is facing widespread violence. Calls For