Pope Francis was laid to rest in a private burial ceremony at Rome’s Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica on Saturday, following a solemn funeral Mass attended by global leaders and thousands of mourners. The service, held in St. Peter’s Square, drew a massive crowd, including Indian President Droupadi Murmu and former U.S. President Donald Trump, who … Read more
Following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which took the lives of 26 civilians, U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard strongly denounced the Islamist-led violence and reaffirmed America’s unwavering support for India in the fight against terrorism. In the aftermath of the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that … Read more
In the wake of the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities, India has responded with strong diplomatic actions, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. Reacting for the first time since the incident, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday accused India of creating a war-like environment. … Read more
If the US withdraws its funding from Gavi, a global vaccine alliance, up to one million children could die from preventable diseases, according to BBC. Experts warn that this move could devastate immunization efforts in the world’s poorest nations, leaving millions at risk of deadly outbreaks. Gavi CEO Sania Nishtar emphasized the catastrophic impact such … Read more
In a generous act of mercy during Ramadan, the UAE has pardoned a total of 1,518 prisoners, including over 500 Indian nationals. This large-scale release, which began in late February, was ordered by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who directed the release of 1,295 inmates, while Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al … Read more
Powerful 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Myanmar, Killing 144 and Injuring 730 A devastating earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday, with 144 confirmed dead and 730 injured, according to Myanmar’s military government. The epicenter, near Mandalay, caused severe damage in multiple cities, and the tremors were also felt in Thailand. At least eight people died in Thailand, … Read more
“New Zealand is jolted by a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake, striking just 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) beneath the surface off the southwest tip of the South Island. The USGS confirmed the tremor, which has left locals shaken and authorities on alert.” On Tuesday, a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit off the coast of Riverton, New … Read more
“Since November 2023, the US has launched airstrikes on Houthi forces in response to the group’s escalating attacks on commercial and military ships in the Red Sea.” Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, revealed that a leaked text thread detailed plans for US airstrikes targeting Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. The messages included sensitive information … Read more
“Even after spending months beyond Earth’s atmosphere, the two NASA astronauts won’t see a dime of overtime pay. As federal employees, they’re locked into a set salary with no extra perks—no weekend bonuses, no holiday pay, and certainly no extra compensation for their extended stay in the vastness of space.” “After discovering that astronauts Sunita … Read more
A staggering 10,150 Indians are currently imprisoned in various foreign countries, with the highest concentrations found in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Saudi Arabia holds the largest share, with 2,633 Indian nationals behind bars, while the UAE follows closely with 2,518 incarcerated Indians. These alarming figures highlight the growing issue of Indian nationals … Read more