Russia Strikes Kyiv with Missiles in Retaliation for Ukrainian Attack

21 Dec 2024

Russia launched a missile strike on Kyiv early Friday. The attack, which left one person dead and several injured, came as retaliation for Ukraine’s recent strike on Russian soil using American-made weapons. Key Details of the Attack The assault occurred during the early hours of Friday. Residents, startled by the...

US House Passes Funding Bill, Senate Vote Crucial To Prevent Shutdown

21 Dec 2024

In a last-minute move to prevent a government shutdown, the US House of Representatives approved a bipartisan funding bill late Friday. The bill, which secures government operations until mid-March, now awaits a final decision in the Senate. Key Details of the Funding Bill: House Vote Outcome: 366-34 in favor Deadline:...

Germany: 2 Dead, 68 Injured in Magdeburg Christmas Market Attack

21 Dec 2024

A tragic incident unfolded at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, where a car rammed into a crowd of festive visitors, resulting in two fatalities and 68 injuries. The horrific event has left the city in shock as authorities work to investigate the motive behind the attack. Details of the...

Elon Musk Calls For German Chancellor Scholz’s Resignation After Attack

21 Dec 2024

Elon Musk, billionaire entrepreneur and owner of the social media platform X, has called for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to resign following a deadly car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Details of the Incident: Location: Magdeburg, Germany Incident: A car rammed into a crowd at a Christmas...

Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Strikes Nepal, No Casualties Reported

21 Dec 2024

In the early hours of Saturday, Nepal experienced an earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale, as reported by the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). Key Details of the Earthquake: Time of Occurrence: 3:59 AM (Indian Standard Time) Magnitude: 4.8 Depth: 10 kilometers Latitude: 29.17 N Longitude: 81.59 E The...

New Low in Parliamentary Democracy

21 Dec 2024

Although the winter session of Parliament ended on Friday, yet the events that took place a day earlier leading to verbal exchanges between the treasury members and the Opposition following injuries to at least three MPs, should make our political class to introspect. Never before have such scenes been witnessed...

Bengaluru techie’s suicide raises issue of misuse of Section 85 of the BNS, and a need to relook into the BNS laws

21 Dec 2024

Marriages in India are considered a highly revered union, which is believed to unite together not just two individuals, but two families as well. But unfortunately, due to the rise of materialistic mindsets among the people of today, this sacred bond is getting tarnished. Just to fulfil their greed or...

Understanding the tragedy of Atul Subhash: Perspectives and lessons

21 Dec 2024

Psychological perspective The suicide of 34-year-old techie Atul Subhash in Bangalore has shocked and angered the nation. It is disturbing that someone would feel so tormented and hopeless, allegedly due to domestic violence by his ex-spouse. Without prematurely assigning blame, let us examine this tragedy through psychological, historical, legal, and...

US Holds First Talks with Syria’s New Leader Ahmed al-Sharaa

21 Dec 2024

The United States recently held its first in-person meeting with Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria's de-facto new ruler, following the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad. Senior diplomats described the talks as "very productive," signaling a shift in Washington's approach toward the country's political transition and future governance. Key Takeaways from the Meeting Barbara...

Erdogan Urges Allies To End Support For Kurdish Fighters In Syria

21 Dec 2024

President Tayyip Erdogan has called for an end to international support for Kurdish fighters in Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Speaking to reporters after attending a summit in Egypt, Erdogan emphasized that there is no longer any justification for backing the Kurdish YPG, which Turkey considers an...