Russia has issued a stark warning that any Israeli strike on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant could lead to a disaster akin to the 1986 Chernobyl catastrophe. The warning was delivered by both Russia’s state nuclear energy corporation and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as tensions between Israel and Iran continue to rise amid ongoing…
In a moment of pride for the Indian education sector, several Indian universities have secured prominent positions in the QS World University Rankings 2025, marking a significant leap in global academic recognition. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has emerged as the top-ranked Indian institution globally, securing a place in the top 150 for…
In a remarkable feat of engineering and logistics, Indian Railways unveiled ‘Super Vasuki’, the country’s longest and heaviest freight train, on August 15, 2022. This initiative was part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations, marking the 75th anniversary of India’s independence. Designed exclusively for coal transport, the Super Vasuki stretches an astounding 3.5 kilometers…
Toronto: For the first time in its official records, Canada’s top intelligence agency – the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) – has publicly acknowledged that Khalistani extremists have long used Canadian soil to promote, fundraise for, and plan acts of violence, primarily targeting India. In a landmark report released this week, CSIS highlighted politically motivated…
Two people lost their lives in separate wild elephant attacks reported from the Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu and Palakkad district in Kerala. In the Nilgiris, 67-year-old Devarshola Aaru was killed following an attack by a wild elephant. The incident occurred in a forest-adjacent locality, and forest officials are currently monitoring the area. In another…
The Philippines has been ranked the most dangerous country for international tourists in 2025, according to the newly released Global Travel Safety Index published by international security analytics firm HaloSafe. The country scored 82.32, placing it at the top of the list for unsafe travel destinations. Key Factors Behind the Philippines’ Ranking The index cites…
Doha :The Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025 — widely regarded as the most prestigious global airline ranking — has named Qatar Airways the World’s Best Airline, maintaining its top position from 2024. The awards were announced this week during a grand ceremony held at the Paris Air Show, attended by airline executives and aviation experts from across the globe. The Skytrax…
Special Correspondent KOZHIKODE/WAYANAD:In a major infrastructure development for Kerala, the long-awaited Anakkampoil–Kalladi–Meppadi tunnel road project, connecting Kozhikode and Wayanad districts, has received environmental clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). With this critical approval now in hand, the Kerala government is making swift preparations to begin construction by next month….
Alluri Sitharama Raju District:Andhra Pradesh – A high-level encounter occurred on Wednesday between Indian security forces and members of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist) in the dense forests of Maredumilli, resulting in the deaths of key Maoist leaders, including a Central Committee member. According to official police sources, the operation was launched based…
Forensic teams have officially begun excavations at the former Bon Secours Mother and Baby Home in Tuam, Ireland, where the remains of up to 796 infants and young children are believed to be buried in an underground septic system. This site, long associated with abuse and neglect in Ireland’s religious institutions, has drawn global attention…
