International
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Iran, saying Tehran would face a severe military response if it attacks American vessels escorting stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The warning came after Washington launched Project Freedom to help commercial vessels move through the strategic waterway. Trump Warns Iran Over U.S. Vessels […]
International
Australia, Japan Deepen Critical Minerals Ties Australia and Japan have announced a major push to strengthen critical minerals cooperation, with both countries committing A$1.67 billion to support new projects. The move is aimed at reducing supply chain risks in minerals used for clean energy, batteries, defence, advanced manufacturing and digital technologies. Australia
International
Iran Attacks On UAE Draw Global Condemnation Iran has come under international criticism after missile and drone attacks targeted the United Arab Emirates, raising fresh fears of a wider regional escalation. The strikes reportedly hit areas linked to shipping and energy infrastructure, including Fujairah, a key oil and logistics hub outside the Strait of Hormuz. […]
International
Russia and Ukraine have announced separate unilateral ceasefires as the war enters another tense phase around Moscow’s Victory Day commemorations. Russia declared a truce for May 8-9, while Ukraine responded with its own ceasefire plan for May 5-6. Russia Announces Victory Day Ceasefire Moscow said its ceasefire would apply around May 8-9, when Russia marks […]
International
At least 21 people have been killed and 61 others injured after a powerful explosion ripped through a fireworks factory in central China’s Hunan province. Emergency teams were deployed to the site as authorities began rescue work and launched an investigation into the cause of the blast. China Fireworks Factory Explosion In Hunan The explosion […]
South India State News
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has resigned after the Congress-led United Democratic Front secured victory in the Assembly election, ending the Left Democratic Front’s 10-year rule in the state. Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has accepted the resignation and asked Vijayan to continue until the new government is sworn in. Pinarayi Vijayan Resigns As Kerala
National
The government has ruled out financial support for state-run oil marketing companies despite rising losses on petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel. The pressure has increased after retail fuel prices remained unchanged even as crude oil costs rose sharply due to the West Asia conflict. Govt Rules Out Oil Firm Bailout The Centre has said […]