Spiritual Wife: Unraveling Gandhi and Sarla Devi’s Letters

The relationship between the social reformer Sarla Devi Chaudhurani and Gandhi is one of the most contested episodes in Indian freedom struggle history.

Tragedy Strikes Dhaka: Air Force Jet Crashes into School, Claiming 27 Lives

A devastating accident unfolded yesterday afternoon in Dhaka's Uttara neighborhood when a Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) training jet crashed into the Milestone School and College campus, resulting in at least 27 fatalities and over 170 injuries. The victims include students, teachers, and the pilot of the ill-fated aircraft.

How Laos is Healing Despite Being the Most Heavily Bombed Country Ever?

Laos, a landlocked nation nestled in Southeast Asia, carries a grim and often overlooked distinction: it is, per capita, the most heavily bombed country in the history of the world.

A Case Study of Hope: Vavuniya’s Green Rebirth, From War-Torn to Waste-Free

Vavuniya’s youth leads a powerful plastic pollution movement, turning a former conflict zone into a beacon of unity, peace, and environmental action.

India-Bhutan to get First-ever Railway Link: Boosting bilateral ties

India and Bhutan are set to establish their first-ever railway link, connecting Assam’s Kokrajhar district to Bhutan’s Gelephu town. This initiative marks a significant milestone in strengthening the bilateral ties between the two neighboring countries. The proposed railway line spans 69.04 kilometers, commencing from Kokrajhar in Assam and culminating at Gelephu in Bhutan. The Detailed […]

What Happened in Lebanon and Syria? The Dark Side of Communication Devices: Are the Smartphones Next?

It is in the context of “Pagers, Smartphones and more communication devices ” exploded in Lebanon and Syria, killing more than a score, wounding 3000 and 200 plus critically. 14 more got killed, and more than 450 were wounded in the latest device explosions

Israel and Syria Agree to Ceasefire after 300 Killed in Sweida Violence

Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire after days of deadly clashes in Syria’s Druze-majority Sweida province, with over 300 killed. The truce is backed by Turkey, Jordan, and regional allies.

All About Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei – The Second Longest Reigning Monarch of World 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on tour to Brunei and Singapore, strengthening nation’s relations with Southeast Asian nations. The visit signifies a milestone as it is the first time an Indian PM is visiting the country. Brunei is the first stop of PM Modi’s visit, where he will stay for two days.  PM Modi is expected […]

Kuala Lumpur on the Bucket List? Stay Smart, Travel Smart

Planning a vacation to Malaysia? Discover affordable as well as stylish properties in Kuala Lumpur, with an itinerary to explore top attractions.

Taiwan's President Calls for Peace with China

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te said that he wants peace and dialogue with China, as he completes one year in office.

F-16 Jets Deployed as Thailand, Cambodia Bomb Military Bases in Fresh Border Attack

Tensions along the long-disputed border between Thailand and Cambodia erupted into a full-scale military confrontation today, with both nations accusing the other of initiating heavy shelling and airstrikes on military installations and civilian areas.

Why Maldives Cannot Do without India?

The Maldives, a small island nation located in South Asia, in the India Ocean marks its 60th independence on July 26, 2025. With this, it completes 60 years of India-Maldives diplomatic relations.

Meet in S Korea: Trump and Xi Discuss TikTok's Future in US

The fate of TikTok in US appears to be on a less uncertain following a direct phone call between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

F-16 Jets Deployed as Thailand, Cambodia Bomb Military Bases in Fresh Border Attack

Tensions along the long-disputed border between Thailand and Cambodia erupted into a full-scale military confrontation today, with both nations accusing the other of initiating heavy shelling and airstrikes on military installations and civilian areas.

A Show of Solidarity: Myanmar's Commander-in-Chief Visits Indian Army-Operated Field Hospital in Mandalay

In a historic visit reflecting the increased military and diplomatic ties between India and Myanmar, Myanmar's highest-ranking military commander of the ruling junta, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, recently visited an Indian Army-built field hospital in Mandalay.

How Misinformation Threatens Voting Integrity in 2024?

In Whitfield County, Georgia, a minor voting mistake made by a local woman unexpectedly turned into a national conspiracy theory. While using a touchscreen voting machine, she mistakenly chose the wrong candidate. Realizing her mistake, she corrected it and successfully cast her ballot. This incident, which was quickly addressed and did not impact other voters, […]

Who is Aryatara Shakya, Nepal's New Living Goddess?

Aryatara Shakya, at 2 years and 8 months, has been chosen as the new “Kumari” or “Virgin Goddess in Nepal.

Body of the Passenger, Dead on the Istanbul-San Francisco Flight, goes Missing

A passenger who died on a Turkish Airlines flight, enroute from Istanbul to San Francisco, was offloaded during an emergency stop in Chicago. However, the dead body is now reportedly unaccounted for, as per SFGATE reports.

Mount Lewotobi in Indonesia Erupts 50 times in Two Hours

Volcanic eruption near Indonesia's island has disrupted dozens of flights to and from Bali, affecting tourism sector to an extent.

North Korea Executing People for Watching Foreign Films

The North Korean government is increasingly implementing the death penalty, including for people caught watching and sharing foreign films and TV dramas.

Iranian President Pezeshkian was Injured in Israeli Strikes on Tehran

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was reportedly lightly injured during an Israeli airstrike on a secret underground facility in Tehran last month, according to Iran's state-affiliated news agency.

First-ever Overseas Campus of IIMA Inaugurated in Dubai

The Crown Prince of Dubai inaugurated the first ever overseas campus of India’s premier business school, the IIMA in Dubai.

Bill Proposed in Iraq to Reduce the Legal Age of Marriage for Girls to 9 years 

A controversial bill proposed in the Iraq’s parliament recently evoked widespread outrage and concern among the human rights group and women’s organization. This new bill proposed has introduced some amendments to the legal age of marriage. For girls, the age has been reduced to 9 and boys to 15. The current legal age of marriage […]

Punitive: PCB Suspends Player NOCs After Asia Cup Loss

After Pakistan’s Asia Cup 2025 exit, the PCB has canceled all NOCs for players joining overseas T20 leagues.

Thirteen-Day India-Uzbek Joint Military Exercise Commenced

The 6th edition of India- Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-VI has commenced today, at Foreign Training Node, Aundh (Pune). This 13-Day Exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 16 to 28 Apr 2025.

Explainer: What is ‘Rosh Hashanah’, the Jewish New Year?

“Rosh Hashanah” is Jewish New Year, a two-day festival of introspection, prayer, and celebration that marks the beginning of the Days of Awe.

Push For Peace: France Backs Palestine Statehood

France officially recognizes Palestine as a state at the U.N. summit, sparking global debate and renewed hope for a two-state solution.

Tourist Tragedy: Boat Capsizes Leaving 35 Dead, Hunt on for 4 Missing in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay

Dozens of rescuers were scrambling in Vietnam on Sunday to trace four missing people after retrieving the bodies of dozens killed when a thunderstorm capsized a boat in the top tourist destination of Halong Bay, authorities said.

Who Will Succeed Shigeru Ishiba, as Japan's PM Resigns?

Who are the frontrunners to become the next prime minister, and what will their leadership mean for Japan’s politics, economy, and global standing?

Super Typhoon Ragasa: Hong Kong Airport to Shut for 36 hours

The typhoon made landfall on the Philippines' Chalayan Island, part of the sparsely populated Babuyan chain, at 3pm local time.

Faith Diplomacy Halts Nimisha Priya's Execution in Yemen

Indian nurse Nimisha Priya's execution in Yemen was halted after religious diplomacy by India's Grand Mufti and Yemeni cleric Sheikh Umar bin Hafiz intervened.

Misogyny in Modern Era: Taliban Bans Books Authored by Women

The Taliban government has removed books written by women from the university teaching system in Afghanistan.

Israel's Strike on Doha: A Shockwave Across the Middle East

Israel has acknowledged a targeted attack on the capital of Qatar, Doha.

"As President, My Highest Aspiration is to Bring Peace and Stability to the World," Trump

Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a US-brokered peace deal aimed at ending nearly forty years of hostilities. US President Donald Trump hosted Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev at the White House.

Indo-Kazakh JVC To Act as Growth Engine for India and Kazakhstan in the Titanium Value Chain Agreement

Indian Rare Earths Limited, (IREL) and Ust-Kamenogorsk Titanium and Magnesium Plant JSC, (UKTMP JSC), Kazakhstan, have signed an ‘Agreement to Establish Indo-Kazakh Joint Venture Company (JVC): IREUK Titanium Limited for production of Ti Slag in India. The Agreement was signed by Dr. Deependra Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, IREL (India) Limited and Ms. Assem Mamutova, […]

Trump Seals Saudi Arms Deal on Middle East Visit Day One

President Donald Trump began his second term with a landmark visit to Saudi Arabia, signing a $142 billion arms deal and announcing major shifts in U.S. policy on Syria, Iran, and Gaza during his speech in Riyadh.

"As President, My Highest Aspiration is to Bring Peace and Stability to the World," Trump

Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a US-brokered peace deal aimed at ending nearly forty years of hostilities. US President Donald Trump hosted Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev at the White House.

PM Modi Awarded Highest Civilian Award, Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer, in Kuwait

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues his historic visit to Kuwait, he was given a grand ceremonial welcome and the guard of honor at the Bayan Palace on Sunday, December 22, 2024. This ceremonial welcome was followed by talks with the Prime Minister of Kuwait, Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, and Crown Prince and Emir […]

Meet the Singaporean Lego-Collector with 6,000 Minifigures

Robin Chua, 44, better known as ‘Minifigbin’ on Instagram, runs one of the biggest Lego-themed Instagram accounts in Asia.

South Korean Workers Return Home after Immigration Raid

About 300 South Korean workers returned home one week, after being detained in a significant U.S. immigration raid.