When asked why he singled out India for sanctions over Russian oil, Donald Trump replied, 'It’s only been 8 hours... you’ll see a lot more.' He hinted at further secondary sanctions and even action against China. His strong words come after imposing 50% tariffs on Indian goods over continued Russian oil trade. Global tensions are set to rise.
The 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki left an indelible mark not only on Japan’s history but also on its culture and arts. From the anguish and devastation captured in survivor artworks and literature to iconic creations like 'Mighty Atom' (Astro Boy) and Godzilla, nuclear trauma has deeply influenced Japanese creative expression.
PM Modi Inaugurates Kartavya Bhavan, India’s Smartest Govt HQ Unveiled Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan, India’s most advanced and eco-friendly government building, at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. As part of the Central Vista redevelopment, this state-of-the-art complex will streamline government operations by bringing key ministries like Home Affairs, External Affairs, Rural Development, MSME, Petroleum & Natural Gas, and DoPT under one roof.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met Uttarkashi flash flood victims at washed-out highway near ground zero. CM Dhami emphasized that all possible efforts are being made to airlift people to safer locations safely. Cloudburst-triggered flash floods in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district wreaked havoc on Aug 05. Nature’s disaster swept away homes, shops, and roads, with several people feared missing. Over 130 people have been rescued so far, according to the Uttarakhand government officials.
‘Those Images Haunt Us’: Brother of Israeli Hostage Makes Emotional Plea at UN Ilay David, the brother of Israeli hostage Evyatar David, delivered a poignant and heart-wrenching plea before the United Nations Security Council, describing how his brother is being allgedly starved and tortured by Hamas militants.
Russia Strikes Kharkiv Railway Hub with 34 Shahed Drones A massive Russian drone attack targeted the strategic railway hub in Lozova, Kharkiv Oblast, on August 5, involving 34 Shahed drones. The strike heavily damaged the railway infrastructure, including the station and depot roofs, and caused multiple fires. Rescue and restoration efforts are underway to clear debris.
Supporters of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) staged a protest outside the Pakistan Embassy in Washington, DC, demanding the immediate release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The demonstration was part of a global wave of protests marking two years since Khan’s imprisonment on corruption charges, which his party says are politically motivated.
President Donald Trump has announced support for a 'very, very strong form of testing' to prevent transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games. This follows his February executive order aimed at banning transgender women from women’s sports, which influenced changes in the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee’s eligibility rules.
Cloudburst wreaks havoc in Uttarkashi as twin cloudbursts near Dharali and Sukhi Top trigger devastating flash floods and mudslides. Over 130 people have been rescued, but some soldiers and locals remain missing. Rescue operations by the Indian Army, NDRF, and SDRF are ongoing amid challenging weather and damaged infrastructure.
Is Baba Vanga’s SCARY Alien Prophecy Backed by Strong Evidence? Baba Vanga’s predictions have baffled the world for decades, and her forecast for 2025 about alien contact is sparking new waves of curiosity and concern. Recent mysterious space phenomena and global events are making many wonder if humanity is on the brink of extraterrestrial contact. In this video, we explore Baba Vanga’s prophecy, the science behind the mysterious interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, and why so many believe her vision could soon become reality.
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