The White House is considering a proposal to purchase the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, a move that could derail the UK’s plan to hand over sovereignty of the strategically important territory, according to a report published by The Telegraph.US officials have drawn up options to bypass Britain and directly negotiate control over Diego Garcia, the…
“I have just said that the investigators should take their (opposition leaders) help,” VHP’s Alok Kumar. The political confrontation over the alleged misappropriation of Ram Mandir donations has intensified, with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) throwing the challenge back at Opposition leaders who have accused the temple authorities of financial irregularities. The VHP has now…
Researchers at Hainan University have made an important discovery about the optimum temperature required for delaying premature ripening of mangoes. A recent study has highlighted that keeping mangoes in temperatures of 12° Celsius can keep them fresh for a period of three weeks while ensuring that their nutrient content, firmness, and antioxidants remain protected. The…
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has made the details of vacant lands falling under its jurisdiction available to the public. The step has been taken to improve transparency and make land-related information accessible to the public.The information, now available in the circular section of DDA’s official website, has been compiled from the records maintained in…
US President Donald Trump with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni at G7 (AP photo) United States President Donald Trump on Saturday doubled down on his claim that Italian PM Giorgia Meloni had “begged” him for a selfie, saying she asked him “over and over” for a photo during the G7 summit in France.Trump, apparently miffed by…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday showcased India’s technological transformation and innovation ecosystem at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, positioning the country as a global hub for artificial intelligence, digital public infrastructure and technology-driven growth.Addressing Europe’s largest technology event, PM Modi highlighted India’s rapid digital progress, growing startup ecosystem and expanding partnerships with Europe, while inviting…
A passerby tries to take photo of the damage on the Citic Tower in Beijing. (AP Photo) A crash Beijing cannot easily explain On the evening of June 26, a small aircraft hit CITIC Tower, Beijing’s tallest skyscraper, in the capital’s central business district. The pilot was killed in the crash. The physical damage was…
A federal appeals court has rejected the US government’s proposed fees of $100,000 on new H-1B work visas, saying the government failed to show that it was likely to succeed in proving that President Donald Trump had the authority to impose the charge. The ruling keeps in place a lower court’s decision blocking the fee…
Peppers are hardy growers, but the wrong neighbours can quietly set them back.Image Credits: Google Gemini If you’ve caught the gardening hobby recently, chances are peppers are on your grow list. They are forgiving, productive and just right in a backyard raised bed or even a sunny balcony container. However, here’s something most beginning gardeners…
Mirra Andreeva. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Mirra Andreeva is one of the brightest young stars in women’s tennis. The 19-year-old Russian has enjoyed a breakthrough rise on the WTA Tour. She has reached the French Open 2026 final. She has delivered impressive performances at Grand Slams and WTA 1000 events. These wins have made…