The Supreme Court has put a stay on the controversial five-year practice rule in the amended Waqf Act while allowing the rest of the amendments to remain in force. The court’s order offers partial relief to petitioners challenging the new provisions.
President Donald Trump reacted strongly to the killing of Chandra Nagamallaiah, an Indian national in Dallas, Texas. He declared that the era of being 'soft' on illegal immigrants is over and vowed tougher immigration laws to ensure safety and justice.
India’s 7-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 turned into a festival across the nation. From bursting crackers to dancing on streets, fans painted cities blue. Social media exploded with memes, chants of 'India India' echoed, and the celebration felt no less than Diwali night.
Nepal’s streets saw a Gen Z-led revolt that toppled the regime and brought Sushila Karki as interim PM. Youths cite corruption, widening wealth gaps, political nepotism, and even a social media ban as key triggers. Using VPNs, they kept their movement alive, demanding real change.
PM Modi, during his Assam address, promised to write a heartfelt letter to an artist who portrayed him with his late mother. He also thanked a woman who gifted him a traditional Gamocha, getting emotional on stage. The speech indirectly hit back at Congress for mocking his mother in an AI-generated video.
Over 50 students in Chudiyavas village, Dausa, Rajasthan, fell ill after consuming food at a government school. District Collector Devendra Kumar confirmed many complained of stomachache and headache, with 15–20 referred to the district hospital. Authorities have launched an investigation into food quality and assured strict action against those responsible.
High-stakes US-China trade talks are set to address major flashpoints including the looming TikTok deadline, Chinese purchases of Russian oil, and tariff disputes. Both nations are under pressure to ease tensions while safeguarding economic interests, making this round of discussions crucial for global markets.
Nepal’s political scene turns historic as former Chief Justice Sushila Karki takes charge as interim Prime Minister during a period of nationwide unrest. Her appointment marks a milestone as the first woman to hold the position, raising hopes for stability and reform amid ongoing protests.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu intensified his stance against Hamas leaders based in Qatar. After targeting them earlier this week, Netanyahu warned that 'getting rid' of Hamas chiefs in Doha would clear the main obstacle to a truce and hostage release, directly accusing Qatar of sheltering Hamas’s top command.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s top aide Marco Rubio is traveling to Israel after the controversial Israeli airstrike on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Rubio will meet PM Netanyahu to discuss its fallout on the Gaza war, rising Middle East tensions, and Israel’s West Bank settlement expansion plans.
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