Category: Breaking News

A devastating fire at a Malviya Nagar restaurant in South Delhi has claimed at least 20 lives, with many victims reportedly foreigners. Emergency services swiftly responded, rescuing 37 individuals who were hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze, while the Delhi Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow and pledged government support.

A stabbing in Southampton led to a debate on religious symbols after a Sikh man fatally attacked a teenager, falsely claiming racial abuse. While the attacker was jailed for life, the incident sparked calls to restrict kirpans, prompting government assurances on religious freedom and condemnation of divisive rhetoric. Police actions at the scene are under...

The US Trade Representative has proposed additional tariffs on goods from 54 economies, including India, over concerns about forced labor in supply chains. This move, stemming from a Section 301 investigation, could impact India’s exports, particularly those relying on Chinese inputs, despite existing domestic prohibitions on forced labor.

Mohammed Siraj’s availability for the Afghanistan Test remains uncertain, with selectors monitoring the pacer’s workload after a long IPL season. Jammu & Kashmir seamer Auqib Nabi, one of the six net bowlers, is on standby and will join the squad if Siraj is rested. The one-off Test with Afghanistan gets underway on June 6.

Indian applicants for the EB-2 visa category will face a temporary halt as the US has exhausted its FY2026 quota. Embassies can no longer issue these visas until October 1, 2026, when the new fiscal year begins and limits reset. This impacts those seeking permanent residency through advanced degrees or exceptional abilities.

After a breakthrough IPL season with Lucknow Super Giants, Mukul Choudhary is set to fulfil a dream far bigger than cricket: helping his family clear a long-standing bank loan. From overnight bus journeys between Gurugram and Bharatpur to years of living in rented homes, the youngster’s rise has been built on sacrifice, hard work and...

The Union government is engaging with the US concerning a Section 301 investigation into forced labor and industrial capacity. The US Trade Representative has identified India among countries with inadequate measures against goods made with forced labor, proposing potential tariffs. This occurs amidst ongoing bilateral trade deal discussions.

On May 9, Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee wrote to the assembly speaker proposing senior party leader Sobhandeb Chattopadhyay’s name as the leader of opposition. TMC MLAs Ritabrata Banerjee and Sandipan Saha, however, complained to the speaker alleging that “no resolution was adopted regarding the selection of the leader of opposition on May...

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is making waves in cricket, following a stellar U-19 World Cup performance with a record-breaking IPL season. His exceptional batting has sparked widespread calls for his inclusion in the senior India squad, with selectors closely monitoring his progress for upcoming tours. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia acknowledged his extraordinary rise, hinting at potential...

AMD CEO Lisa Su advised graduates entering the AI-driven job market to prioritize purpose, judgment, and problem-solving over simply learning AI tools. She emphasized that employers need individuals who can determine AI’s application, not just operate the technology. Su highlighted that human judgment remains crucial for deciding which problems are worth solving and taking responsibility...