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In fresh advisory, India advises citizens to postpone Iran travel, consider leaving as Mideast crisis deepens
Issuing a fresh advisory as the United States (US) and Iran continue targeting each other following the collapse of the ceasefire agreement, India on Sunday advised its citizens to postpone traveling to the Islamic Republic and consider existing the country using available flight options.
Hyderabad woman alleges torture in Oman: 'Forced to work 15 hours, denied food'
A 26-year-old woman from Hyderabad has alleged that she was subjected to abuse and exploitation after travelling to Oman for a housekeeping job promised by a local recruitment agent. The woman, identified as Shabnam Begum, claimed she was forced to work up to 15 hours a day, denied proper food and accommodation, and went unpaid for several months before escaping to the Indian Embassy in Muscat.
US launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran after American troops killed in Jordan
The United States on Sunday launched new airstrikes against Iran to "swiftly punish" the country's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members, left one missing, and four hospitalised, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said.
US air quality deteriorates due to Canadian forest fires: Will Trump impose tariffs? Here's what he said
After US air quality deteriorated due to Canadian forest fires, US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) warned of increasing tariffs on Canada, accusing Ottawa of failing to properly manage its forests and prevent wildfire smoke from affecting air quality in American cities.
US launches fresh attacks on Iran by hitting bridges, energy sites as battle over Hormuz intensifies
In a significant development, the United States and Iran escalated their attacks across the Middle East, trading strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensified. The US expanded its attacks against Iran by hitting more bridges and energy sites and collapsing a tower at a key Iranian port, following through on President Donald Trump's threats to pressure Tehran to ease its chokehold on the waterway vital to world energy supplies.
Who is Andy Burnham? Labour Party leader set to be next UK prime minister
Andy Burnham is set to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister after emerging as the sole candidate to succeed Keir Starmer as leader of the governing Labour Party.
US veterans to replace 'illegal alien' truckers? Why Trump's latest proposal could affect Indians | Explained
US President Donald Trump has reportedly announced that his administration will “take historic action” to replace what he called “illegal alien truck drivers” with American war veterans, accusing undocumented truck drivers of endangering lives on US roads. The development follows his remarks at the Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit on Wednesday, where he linked the issue of undocumented truck drivers to a recent fatal crash in Pennsylvania and outlined his new plan aimed at veterans.
What is Operation Hard Ball and how was gangster Nitish Kaushal arrested by the FBI? All you need to know
In a significant development, the FBI on Friday arrested gangster Nitish Kaushal, allegedly involved in murder, kidnapping and drug trafficking in the US, days after adding him to its list of most wanted criminals. "Nitish Kaushal has been arrested in Vermont," the FBI said in a post on X on Thursday. Nitish Kaushal is an associate of gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, in Vermont. He was placed on the 'Most Wanted' list just two days ago. Under 'Operation Hard Ball,' the FBI is taking continuous action against syndicates of gangsters of Indian origin.
Pipeline, new port and container terminal: How Gulf nations building an alternative to Hormuz
Amid ongoing conflict in the West Asia, several countries across the Persian Gulf are accelerating efforts to reduce their dependence on the Strait of Hormuz after repeated attacks on ships in the narrow strait. The move from these Gulf nations comes as the heated rivalry between the US and Iran continues to disrupt one of the world’s busiest oil routes, raising concerns about the security of global energy supplies.
How Gulf nations made Trump to drop 20% toll on cargo passing through Hormuz within 24 hours?
US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 20 per cent toll on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz took his Gulf allies by surprise and the members of his own administration. However, the decision was scrapped entirely within 24 hours, following a push from Gulf leaders to get Trump to reconsider the decision. Trump confirmed the change himself on Tuesday, replacing the toll with trade and investment commitments from Gulf states instead.
RECENT NEWS
- In fresh advisory, India advises citizens to postpone Iran travel, consider leaving as Mideast crisis deepens
- Hyderabad woman alleges torture in Oman: 'Forced to work 15 hours, denied food'
- US launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran after American troops killed in Jordan
- US air quality deteriorates due to Canadian forest fires: Will Trump impose tariffs? Here's what he said
- US launches fresh attacks on Iran by hitting bridges, energy sites as battle over Hormuz intensifies
