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CJP delegation to meet government ministers on Friday as Centre renews outreach: Report
NEW DELHI: A delegation of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) will meet government ministers at 12.30 pm on Friday, PTI reported, citing sources, marking the first formal engagement after days of deadlock between the Centre and the student-led outfit over the alleged NEET paper leak.
Secret Service agent in Vance's team under investigation over alleged leak
Secret Service agent in Vance's team under investigation over alleged leakImage source, AFP via Getty ImagesImage caption, Vance and his family are required to have round-the-clock Secret Service protectionByGrace Eliza GoodwinPublished1 hour agoA US Secret Service agent assigned to protect Vice-President JD Vance has been suspended and is under investigation over allegations of leaking sensitive information, the agency said on Thursday. The specifics of what was leaked have not been released, b...
For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Congress over the war. (Image credit: J. Scott Applewhite)
Minnesota man sentenced to life for killing Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman
Vance Boelter receives two life terms after admitting politically motivated killings and shootingsSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe Minnesota man who pleaded guilty to killing a top Democratic lawmaker and her husband was sentenced to spend the rest of his life in prison on Thursday, a little over a year after the political attacks.Vance Boelter, 59, was sentenced to two consecutive life terms plus 40 years in prison after pleading guilty in June to the six counts related to t...
Iran flew IRGC commanders, missile gear to Yemen's Houthis: Report
Iran flew Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commanders, military advisers and missile- and drone-related equipment into Yemen earlier this month, sources reported to Reuters
The Hegseth budget: defense secretary’s $1.5tn ask reveals military-industrial chaos
The Pentagon head proposed a 44% increase – to second world war levels – while ‘woke’ programs are guttedUS politics live – latest updatesWhen the ‘“department of government efficiency” was raging unchecked through the federal government in February 2025, the US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, ordered his subordinates to find cuts of 8% a year for the next five years, theoretically trimming a total of $340m from the Pentagon budget.The disclosure briefly sent Palantir and defense stocks tanking...
16-yr-old Canadian student built AI robot turtle that hunts plastic invisible to eye
Canadian teenager Evan Budz has built an autonomous AI robot turtle that swims on its own and detects microplastics in lakes with 94% accuracy. The 16-year-old spent roughly 4,000 hours on the bionic sea turtle and its underwater holographic camera, winning a $50,000 scholarship at the 2026 Regeneron ISEF. His goal: replace slow, expensive lab testing with on-the-spot microplastic detection in remote water bodies.
Trump says he is close to decision on largest-yet attack on Iran
Escalation would follow oil passing $100 a barrel again and Houthi strikes on Saudi tankers in the Red SeaThe US president, Donald Trump, has said he is close to deciding whether to launch “a massive” attack” against Iran, on a scale larger than strikes already witnessed during the months-long conflict with Tehran.Speaking to the Axios news site Trump said: “I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it.” Continue reading...
'400 Pak handles identified': Delhi Police reveals Op Sindoor connection in NEET protests
Delhi Police identified and blocked over 400 Pakistani social media handles. These accounts are spreading misinformation and rumors amid ongoing protests. The same handles were active during Operation Sindoor and aim to provoke people. Police urged citizens, especially students, not to fall for fake content. Delhi Police respects citizens' right to peaceful protest and fact-checking.
White House trails announcement on tariffs amid reports of new duties
Trump officials say they will announce next phase of US trade policy as 10% global tariffs are due to expire on FridayDonald Trump’s administration will unveil the latest stage of his aggressive trade policy on Thursday, the White House has said, amid reports the US president is preparing a fresh wave of sweeping tariffs.Trump’s tariffs policy suffered a damaging blow in February when the US supreme court ruled that many of those tariffs were illegal. While the US replaced those tariffs with a 1...
Tyreek Hill posts powerful workout update after grim medical prediction
In an encouraging update, Tyreek Hill shared his journey of recovery following a significant leg injury that involved two surgeries. Doctors had reservations about his future walking ability, but Hill's latest video highlights his impressive progress and optimistic mindset towards recovery and strength. He reportedly intends to announce his comeback plans at a time he deems appropriate.
US House votes to limit Iran war for first time since ceasefire breakdown
The Senate was also expected to vote on War Powers resolution, in largely symbolic move attempting to reign in Trump.
Trump adds Israel strings to Saudi nuclear deal, throwing pact into uncertain terrain
US President Trump linked the Saudi nuclear deal to Abraham Accords normalization. This condition was not previously stated when the agreement was unveiled. Saudi Arabia maintains its stance on Palestinian statehood progress. The deal faces scrutiny in Congress and among critics. This move complicates diplomatic efforts and future negotiations.
India slams Pakistan's 'state-sponsored' misinformation at Asean, says IWT in abeyance
NEW DELHI: India on Thursday categorically rejected Pakistan's comments at the Asean Regional Forum in Manila, calling them "baseless and unwarranted".
In India, fear has switched sides
By refusing to be intimidated, India’s students have turned a protest over education into a crisis for Narendra Modi.
Trump says Saudi nuclear pact hinges on kingdom joining Abraham Accords
Claim casts further confusion over deal to launch US-supported civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia.
Burnham approves US use of UK bases for defensive strikes on Iran: Report
Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has approved the use of British military bases by the US for what the UK calls defensive strikes against Iran, Bloomberg reported. This is a continuation of the policy of his predecessor Keir Starmer as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.
US House passes war powers resolution directing Trump to withdraw US military from Iran
Resolution, which comes after similar one in June, is largely symbolic, as Trump administration says it’s unconstitutionalUS politics live – latest updatesThe US House of Representatives on Thursday for the second time passed a war powers resolution directing Donald Trump to withdraw the US military from the conflict with Iran, amid renewed fighting in the Middle East that has driven oil prices to their highest levels in weeks.The resolution proposed by Democrat Pramila Jayapal passed by a 214-2...
UP polls: 'UP ke ladke' together again to take on BJP, but who will show 'bigger heart'?
NEW DELHI: What does the size of one’s heart have to do with political alliances? Perhaps quite a lot when the allies are the Congress and the Samajwadi Party, and at stake is the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly election.
Israeli security minister joins Jewish extremists as they storm al-Aqsa mosque compound
Far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was among thousands who gathered at Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy siteIsrael’s far-right minister of national security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, joined thousands of Jewish extremists who stormed Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site on Thursday.Escorted by armed police, they prayed, waved the Israeli flag and sang the national anthem in a provocative display of political power. Continue reading...