Year: 2026

Russia’s Foreign Ministry issued a sharp condemnation of US threats to launch military strikes on Iran, labeling them “categorically unacceptable” and warning of severe repercussions for regional and global stability. The statement, released on Tuesday, highlighted concerns over destabilizing actions amid ongoing protests in Iran, where a reported crackdown has led to thousands of deaths. Moscow also accused the West of exacerbating Iran’s social woes through sanctions and external meddling.

Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj witnessed huge crowds gathering at the Sangam on the occasion of Ekadashi as the ongoing Magh Mela entered a crucial phase. The visuals show devotees turning up in large numbers to take a holy dip, while the administration enforced tight security and continuous police monitoring across the mela area. The second major bathing ritual of the season, the Makar Sankranti snan, will take place on January 15. After the successful Paush Purnima snan on January 3, which saw over 31 lakh devotees, preparations have now intensified for an…

As US President Donald Trump cancelled meetings with Iranian officials and urged protesters to continue their demonstrations, Iran’s national security chief Ali Larijani accused Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of being the “main killers of the Iranian people.” His remarks came amid escalating nationwide protests that have reportedly claimed at least 2,003 lives.

Following the intervention of Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya over concerns related to the safety of delivery partners, quick-commerce platform Blinkit has removed the “10-minute delivery” claim from all its brand platforms.

Indian icon Virat Kohli has been in sensational form in recent times. The former skipper has amassed seven fifty-plus scores in the last seven List A outings, with three centuries in them.

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi said that DGMO-level talks were held with Pakistan today, during which concerns were raised about drones coming from the Pakistani side. The development comes just days after drones were spotted in the Naushera–Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir. He added that the Indian Army is preparing a missile and rocket force. Speaking at a press briefing, General Upendra Dwivedi said the Western Front and Jammu and Kashmir have remained sensitive but fully controlled since May 10 as security forces eliminated 31 terrorists, with 65 per cent originating from Pakistan…

Jana Nayagan and Pongal releases LIVE Updates: This live blog will give you minute-by-minute updates on how the Pongal movie season is shaping up, with Jana Nayagan at the centre of attention as Vijay’s film producers move the Supreme Court. We are tracking what this means for the film and how the situation is unfolding, while also bringing you the latest on Karthi’s Vaa Vaathiyar, and other Tamil releases. From official statements and on-ground developments to early industry reactions, this live blog will be updated through the day as news breaks…

A bench of Supreme Court Justices comprising Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and NV Anjaria heard the case of street dogs in India on Tuesday and said heavy compensation will be imposed on states for every dog bite death.