BY. B. V. Phani Kumar Russian drones and ballistic missiles struck 12 regions across Ukraine overnight, including Kyiv. At least 14 civilians were reported killed and 78 injured nationwide, with Kyiv alone reporting deaths and injuries. UN agencies continued delivering medicines, hygiene kits and winter supplies to frontline families. The attacks came even as diplomatic
Japan is quietly but steadily reshaping its military posture to meet what it sees as a growing challenge from China. The most visible change is at sea. Japan is converting two large helicopter-carrying warships, the Izumo and the Kaga, into vessels capable of operating F-35B stealth fighter jets. These ships were originally designed mainly for
At least 17 people died and about 25 were injured in a stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata’s Girish Park area. The crush occurred at the exit gate of Sarada Park, with sudden rainfall believed to have triggered the surge. West Bengal leaders called for urgent relief, medical support and a detailed inquiry
By B.V. Phani Kumar Political tension around the United States’ financial markets intensified after unexpectedly hot inflation data. Investors moved away from technology and artificial-intelligence shares, triggering a broad sell-off across Asian markets and raising concerns that interest rates may remain higher for longer.reuters+1 Wall Street closed sharply lower in the previous session. The S&P
Thirteen children died after a boat capsized in the Ganga in Bihar’s Vaishali district while carrying people to a festival. The boat was reported to be carrying 15 to 20 people when it overturned late on 13 October; Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief and announced compensation for the victims’ families.thedailystar All 13 victims of
Russian forces launched missile attacks on Kyiv, with officials reporting damage to energy-related sites and one death after a strike hit a high-rise apartment building. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Western allies had not provided the usual advance warning of the attack.usnews Russian air strikes were reported in and around Kyiv, killing three people and injuring
Houthi missile and drone strikes have intensified against Saudi Arabia, with repeated hits on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh killing at least 13 people and wounding hundreds. Terminal operations were suspended multiple times as fires broke out and flights were diverted. Saudi forces responded with airstrikes on Sanaa, while the Houthis claimed further attacks
1. Panama earthquake: major damage reported, full assessment pending A powerful earthquake struck southern Panama on Friday, with the US Geological Survey initially reporting a magnitude of 7.7. Buildings were damaged, transport and water services were disrupted, and more than 40 aftershocks were reported. Authorities said there were minor injuries but no confirmed fatalities in
