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Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Dies at 80; Nation Mourns Iconic Leader
Khaleda Zia, a towering figure in Bangladeshi politics and the country’s first female prime minister, has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. Zia, who led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and served multiple terms in office, passed away in Dhaka on 30 December 2025, triggering a w...
New Zealand’s Auckland Rings in 2026 With Dazzling Fireworks Display from Sky Tower
Auckland, New Zealand, became one of the first major cities in the world to welcome 2026, marking the arrival of the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display that lit up the night sky. Thousands of residents and visitors gathered around the city’s skyline to witness the celebration, centered on...
Government Freezes Vodafone Idea’s AGR Dues, Grants Moratorium to Ease Financial Burden
The Union government has provided significant relief to struggling telecom operator Vodafone Idea by freezing its Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues for five years. The move is aimed at easing the company’s financial stress and supporting stability in the telecom sector.
India Imposes Three-Year Tariff on Select Steel Products to Curb Cheap Imports
The Government of India has announced new import tariffs on certain steel products for the next three years as part of efforts to counter a surge in cheap steel shipments and protect domestic producers. The safeguard duty, set between 11% and 12%, is aimed at addressing the sharp rise in imports tha...
PM Modi Expresses Deep Concern, Urges Diplomacy After Reported Attack on President Putin’s Residence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep concern over reports of an alleged attack on the official residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging all sides involved in the Russia-Ukraine conflict to prioritize diplomacy and dialogue to prevent further escalation.
Silver ETFs Surge Over 150% in 2025, Outperforming Gold ETFs and Equities Across Multiple Time Frames
Silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) delivered stellar returns in 2025, rising by more than 150% over the year as silver prices saw a sharp rally. The strong performance made silver ETFs one of the best-performing asset classes this year, comfortably outpacing gold ETFs and equity markets across shor...
Major Tax Changes Expected to Shape U.S. Economy in 2026, Economists Warn English News Article
Tax changes passed in 2025 are expected to play a significant role in shaping the U.S. economic outlook in 2026, according to economists. The legislation includes a mix of individual and business tax provisions that could influence consumer spending, corporate investment, and overall growth.
Silver Prices Surge to Record High in India and Global Markets
Silver prices witnessed a sharp rally on Friday, touching record highs in both domestic and global markets amid strong demand and positive international cues. In the national capital’s bullion market, silver jumped by ₹9,350 to reach an all-time high of ₹2,36,350 per kilogram.
U.S. Justice Department Releases Epstein Files, Sparks Criticism Over Heavy Redactions
The U.S. Department of Justice has released an initial set of documents related to its investigations into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following a new federal law requiring public disclosure of the files. The release includes photographs, videos, flight logs, and investigative records th...
Epstein Files Partial Release Sparks Controversy as DOJ Faces Looming Deadline
The U.S. Department of Justice has released thousands of pages from its investigations into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the partial release has sparked criticism over heavy redactions and incomplete disclosures as a legal deadline approaches. The documents, part of the Epstein Files...
U.S. Justice Department Releases Partial Epstein Files, Drawing Criticism for Heavy Redactions and Missed Deadline
The U.S. Department of Justice has begun releasing documents related to its investigations into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following a new federal transparency law. The release marks a long-awaited step toward public disclosure, but it has also triggered sharp criticism from lawmakers,...
Dense Fog & Pollution Grip Delhi-NCR; IMD Issues Orange Alert, Flights Hit 🚨✈️
Dense fog coupled with severe air pollution continued to choke Delhi-NCR, severely impacting daily life and air travel as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange Alert for the region. Visibility dropped sharply during early morning hours, leading to widespread disruption at Indira...
Epstein Files Release: First Trump Reference Appears in Heavily Redacted Photo With $22,500 Novelty Check
Newly released documents linked to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation have revealed the first known reference to former US President Donald Trump. The mention appears in a heavily redacted photograph included in the latest batch of files made public by US authorities. The image reportedly shows Jeffr...
Centre Introduces New Rules to Curb High Ventilator Bills in Private Hospitals 🇮🇳
The Indian government has unveiled new healthcare guidelines aimed at regulating the use and billing of high-cost ventilator support in private hospitals. The rules require explicit informed consent from patients’ families before initiating mechanical ventilation, and hospitals must clearly disclose...
From Lolita Quotes to Bill Gates and Noam Chomsky: US Democrats Release More Images from Epstein Estate
US House Democrats have released another set of images from the estate of convicted offender Jeffrey Epstein, as part of efforts to increase transparency around the long-running investigation. The newly released material includes disturbing content, such as references to Vladimir Nabokov’s novel Lol...
Epstein files due as US confronts long-delayed reckoning
The United States is set to release a long-suppressed collection of records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, marking a significant moment in a case that has raised serious questions about accountability and transparency at the highest levels. The disclosure comes as part of a push b...
Tata Motors opposes CAFE exemption for small petrol cars
Tata Motors has opposed a proposed exemption that would allow small petrol cars to skip strict Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms in India. The company argues that such relaxations could slow adoption of cleaner technologies, including electric vehicles (EVs), and may compromise vehicle...
‘Water bomb’: China building world’s most powerful mega dam in the Himalayas — how it impacts India
China is reportedly pushing ahead with the construction of a massive hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet — a river that becomes the Brahmaputra once it enters India. The project is being described by experts and officials as possibly the world’s most powerful mega dam, raising serio...