US Coast Guard, backed by Department of Defense, apprehends oil tanker 'Centuries' in pre-dawn operation. Venezuela condemns 'theft' as Trump threatens wider naval blockade. Read the full details.
Actor Rob Schneider criticises Candace Owens and Nick Fuentes at Turning Point USA's AmFest 2025, warning that conservative infighting risks alienating voters. Read his sharp take.
Rajasthan reels under cold conditions with Fatehpur hitting 5.4°C. Jaipur at 10.8°C. The IMD forecasts similar weather for the next 24 hours. Stay warm and check the latest updates.
Hundreds of newly unsealed court documents from the Jeffrey Epstein case reveal connections to global elites, but notably omit Donald Trump. Explore the key names and implications.
Families in Kolkata fear for relatives in Bangladesh amid escalating violence. Medical treatments and communication are disrupted, causing deep anxiety. Read more about the cross-border crisis.
Pune shivered through its coldest morning this winter with temperatures plunging to 8.1°C. IMD attributes the chill to northerly winds and clear skies. Read for details and forecast.
At least 16 documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein disappeared from the Justice Department's public page within a day. A photo with Donald Trump was among the missing files. Read the full report.
Explore how India's historic forts, like Chittorgarh, mastered rainwater harvesting centuries ago. Their ancient water wisdom provides crucial lessons for tackling today's severe water scarcity. Learn and act for a sustainable future.
A massive power outage by PG&E left 130,000 customers without electricity in San Francisco. Get the latest details on the cause and restoration efforts.
Outrage in Bangladesh after Hindu labourer Dipu Das was lynched over blasphemy claims. Taslima Nasrin questions police role. Interim govt condemns, RAB arrests 10. Read the full story.
Travis Turner, a Virginia football coach under investigation, disappeared into Appalachian woods. His case revives the painful, unsolved 2016 murder of Janina Jefferson. Read the full story.
Traffic chaos grips Bengaluru as metro construction severely slows Goraguntepalya and Kundanahalli junctions. Commuters face long delays. Get the latest updates and traffic advisories here.
USC Interim President Beong-Soo Kim discusses sustaining ties with Indian students, AI in classrooms, layoffs, and why universities must encourage tough conversations. Exclusive interview details.
A sharp chill hit Kolkata, dropping max temp by over 5°C to 20.7°C. Met office warns of further dip to 14°C post-Christmas. This December is the coldest in 10 years. Read for full forecast.
Bangladesh's chief adviser Muhammad Yunus vows to fulfill the dream of slain youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi at his funeral. The killing has sparked nationwide protests and heightened security. Read more.
Environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal warns that delays in desilting Harike Pattan, a key flood regulator, could lead to catastrophic flooding in Punjab and Rajasthan. Urgent action is needed.
Rajya Sabha MP Baba Balbir Singh Seechewal writes to Jal Shakti Minister, demanding a special package for flood control and de-silting of Harike Pattan to prevent future disasters in Punjab. Read more.
H-1B and H-4 visa applicants face over a year's delay in US interview slots, causing travel and family disruptions. Lawyer advises monitoring portals and avoiding non-essential travel. Read more.
Bidar in Karnataka recorded a staggering 53°C, prompting a red alert and raising health concerns. Officials warn residents to stay indoors and hydrated.
Dense fog and 'cold day' conditions persist across Uttar Pradesh, disrupting life. IMD forecasts a slight temperature rise in 24 hours due to an approaching Western Disturbance. Read for details and safety tips.
Donald Trump sparked laughter at a North Carolina rally by detailing the FBI's search of Melania's closet during the 2022 Mar-a-Lago raid. Read the full story and legal context here.
Nashik recorded its coldest night of the season at 6.9°C, triggering an IMD cold wave warning for North Maharashtra. Day temperatures, however, remain above normal. Read for details.
Offices of Prothom Alo and The Daily Star vandalised and torched by mobs. Journalists link attacks to newspapers' focus on Liberation War and non-partisan stance. Read more.
A 2021 tweet by US VP JD Vance on Epstein's clients resurfaces as thousands of pages are released. Congressmen Khanna and Massie challenge redactions. Read the latest.
Evita Duffy-Alfonso, daughter of a US official, demands TSA abolition after an invasive pat-down while pregnant. She cites Fourth Amendment violations. Read details on passenger rights.
A Sikh Nagar Kirtan in Auckland faced protests by Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church over kirpans & flags. Police intervened. Tensions highlight immigration debates in NZ. Read the full story.
US Democrats allege the Justice Department removed a photo of Donald Trump from the Jeffrey Epstein documents. They demand transparency. Read the full story.
Explore a journalist's gripping frontline account of India's major conflicts, from the 1962 war to modern insurgencies. A story of courage, history, and truth.
Bengaluru's waste management agency is now financially self-sustaining by monetising low-value plastic under EPR. It earns a net Rs 1000 per tonne, diverting hundreds of tonnes from landfills daily. Read how the city is winning.
A high-speed train in Assam killed 7 elephants, raising the total fatalities to 94 since 2019. Despite AI sensors & underpasses, railway safety in forest corridors remains a critical challenge. Read more.