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Iran threatens with '9/11 style attack' in response to Trump's 'bridge for a ship warning' over Hormuz
Hours after US President Donald Trump warned Tehran against attacking vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) escalated its rhetoric, threatening to carry out operations that it said would lead to “national mourning in America.”
Grasping the geopolitics at last? In big U-turn, Nepal PM Balen Shah seeks meeting with India, China envoys
Nepal Prime Minister Balen Shah, who has maintained a strict protocol of meeting only his counterparts with foreign envoys, is set to break his self-imposed rule and meet the envoys from India and China this week.
What does Nepal's move to remove disputed India map from coin signals? Is it to renew ties with New Delhi?
In a significant move, the Nepali government has approved a redesign of its one-rupee coin, removing the country's controversial map that included disputed territories Limpiyadhura, Lipulek and Kalapani. The Council of Ministers approved the minting of new designs on the one-rupee and two-rupee coins by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), sources said as quoted by news agency PTI.
How does Trump's tariff on generic drugs, from 2028 onwards, affect India's pharma sector?
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday laid out a phased tariff plan for imported generic medicines, giving drugmakers a two-year window to shift manufacturing to the United States before steep duties kick in. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said generic drugs entering the US would stay tariff-free from August 1, 2026, for two years. After that, a 100 percent tariff would apply from August 2028, rising further to 200 percent from August 2029. He further added that the plan is meant to push pharmaceutical companies to set up generic drug manufacturing within the US, calling the rising tariffs
Jaishankar meets Marco Rubio in Manila, discusses issues related to trade, tariffs, energy, defence and AI
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Manila and discussed key areas of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership as the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting (FMM) reconvened on the sidelines of the ASEAN-related meetings. Sharing details of the meeting, Jaishankar said in a post on X, "Pleased to meet Sec Rubio of the USA here in Manila. Our meeting focused on areas which are priority for the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, including trade & tariffs, energy, defence & security, critical minerals & artificial
"Wild pursuit of fame and fortune": Candace Owens tears into Erika Kirk, claims Charlie Kirk was her "ticket to more fame"
Candace Owens intensified her public feud with Erika Kirk, accusing her of pursuing fame and fortune throughout her life. In a podcast, Owens claimed Charlie Kirk was Erika's "ticket to more fame" and argued a recent article criticizing her instead exposed Erika's character. She also questioned Erika's motives, saying her focus had always been on public attention, money, and influence.
IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel featuring BTS becomes most-viewed in first 24 hours with 300 million views
IShowSpeed's Instagram Reel of meeting BTS at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final achieved a record. The viral video garnered an impressive 300 million views within its initial twenty-four hours. This encounter brought together a major streamer and a popular K-pop group, creating significant buzz. Fans worldwide rapidly shared the clip, contributing to its immense popularity and viral spread.
D4vd asks judge to remove handcuffs before preliminary hearing in Celeste Rivas murder case
Singer D4vd has requested to appear in court without handcuffs during his preliminary hearing. Prosecutors will present evidence to determine if the case moves forward to a murder trial. D4vd faces charges including murder and lewd acts involving a child. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges and remains in custody. The judge has not yet ruled on the request for restraints.
Scientists studying bee brains found how colonies coordinate without a central controller
Honeybee colonies organise work without any leader assigning tasks, but scientists have now discovered that specific brain circuits help control this process. By changing the activity of a gene-linked neural circuit, researchers made older worker bees return to caring for the queen, a job usually done only by younger bees. The findings offer new insight into how bees coordinate complex social behaviour.
What does it really take to become an astronaut for NASA and who can apply for it?
The selection process for astronauts at NASA is rigorous and far more demanding than academic qualifications alone. Candidates undergo psychological testing and participate in team-based simulations that are designed to push them to their limits. Psychologists purposefully create high-pressure situations to gauge how well candidates maintain composure and teamwork. This comprehensive method ensures that only the most adaptable individuals are chosen for space missions.
RECENT NEWS
- Iran threatens with '9/11 style attack' in response to Trump's 'bridge for a ship warning' over Hormuz
- Grasping the geopolitics at last? In big U-turn, Nepal PM Balen Shah seeks meeting with India, China envoys
- What does Nepal's move to remove disputed India map from coin signals? Is it to renew ties with New Delhi?
- How does Trump's tariff on generic drugs, from 2028 onwards, affect India's pharma sector?
- Jaishankar meets Marco Rubio in Manila, discusses issues related to trade, tariffs, energy, defence and AI
