Houthi Attacks Escalate in Persian Gulf: Sixteen seafarers were killed in coordinated attacks across the Persian Gulf and Black Sea regions, prompting Saudi Arabia to declare the seizure of sea lanes a “criminal act.” India issued urgent advisories for citizens in Saudi Arabia to remain alert and stay indoors amid ongoing Houthi militant operations targeting
India has sought an update from Russian authorities regarding the whereabouts of approximately 69 Indian nationals reportedly recruited into the Russian Army. The issue has raised concerns about recruitment networks, misleading employment offers and the vulnerability of Indian workers seeking jobs abroad. New Delhi’s effort focuses on identifying the individuals, securing their release or repatriation
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Indian Politics Opposition march against Election Commission Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Mallikarjun Kharge and other INDIA bloc leaders marched towards the Election Commission headquarters over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Delhi Police detained several leaders after the protest continued near Akashvani Bhawan. The Opposition is demanding accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh
Passengers and crew on a Flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv thwarted what Israeli officials described as an attempted crash after the co-pilot stabbed the Indian captain mid-air. The Boeing 737 plunged nearly 14,000 to 17,000 feet in under 30 seconds before passengers forced their way into the cockpit, subdued the attacker, and off-duty
Home Minister Amit Shah launched an extradition portal to accelerate the return of fugitives and called for a stronger, technology-driven counter-terrorism mechanism under the PRAHAAR strategy. Speaking at a conference on counter-terror policy, he stressed zero tolerance and the need for automated, coordinated responses across agencies and states. He noted that 288 fugitives had been
10 Andhra Pradesh Items Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to make maximum use of rising reservoir inflows for irrigation and drinking water needs. Heavy rains linked to a deep depression reduced the state’s overall rainfall deficit. The administration remains on alert for further weather impacts. Crop inundation affected more than 69,000 farmers across
By. B.V. Phani Kumar Diplomatic and military activity around the Middle East remained intense as statements from multiple capitals addressed ongoing regional tensions. Officials tracked developments linked to maritime routes and energy infrastructure. Closed consultations continued among key players seeking to limit further escalation. Markets monitored potential supply disruptions while humanitarian agencies prepared contingency plans.