A pair of ceremonial jade dagger-axes dating back to China’s Shang dynasty (1600–1046 BCE) have been brought into focus by historians and archaeologists. These artifacts, featuring jade blades, bronze handles, and intricate turquoise inlays, represent a rare fusion of artistry, metallurgy, and ritual symbolism from one of China’s earliest civilizations. Historical Context The dagger-axe, known…
NEW DELHI – In a significant development, former Delhi captain and domestic cricket stalwart Mithun Manhas has emerged as the front-runner to be elected as the new President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). This marks a historic moment, as he is poised to become the first-ever uncapped cricketer to lead…
WASHINGTON D.C. – In a dramatic escalation of rhetoric, U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Afghanistan, demanding the return of the Bagram Air Base to the United States or face severe consequences. In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, on Saturday, President Trump wrote: “If Afghanistan doesn’t give…
THE HAGUE – A Dutch Member of Parliament who was recently expelled from a parliamentary budget debate for wearing clothing in the colors of the Palestinian flag has returned to the chamber in a new sartorial protest. The MP, Maaike van der Werf, arrived for the debate on a new budget wearing a black t-shirt…
KYIV – A series of large-scale Russian missile and drone attacks has resulted in the deaths of dozens of civilians and widespread destruction across several regions of Ukraine. The attacks, which began overnight, targeted critical infrastructure, residential buildings, and other civilian sites, according to Ukrainian officials. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the attacks, calling them…
NEW DELHI – In a momentous announcement, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has named veteran actor Mohanlal as the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023, the highest honor in Indian cinema. The prestigious award recognizes his “outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema.” The announcement was made on Saturday,…
Jaipur: In a significant directive aimed at addressing the issue of students neglecting regular school attendance in favor of private coaching, the Rajasthan High Court has stated that students who do not attend classes should not be permitted to appear for their board examinations. The court emphasized that the practice of students enrolling in schools…
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM – In a notable shift from the previous government’s position, former Kerala Devaswom Minister Kadamppally Surendran has publicly stated that the Supreme Court’s 2018 verdict on women’s entry into the Sabarimala temple was “wrong.” Speaking at a local event, Surendran said that while the government initially respected the judgment, it later “retreated” from its…
Bahawalpur: The notorious Pakistan-based terrorist group Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), which has been a source of regional instability and cross-border terrorism, is reportedly re-branding itself as “Al-Murabitun” within Pakistan, according to reports in the Pakistani and international media. The new name, which translates to “defenders of Islam,” was announced during the memorial service for Yusuf Azhar, the…
Pampa: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the “Global Ayyappa Sangamam” at Pampa, calling Sabarimala a sacred space “where everyone becomes one, transcending caste and religious beliefs.” In his inaugural address, the Chief Minister quoted from the Bhagavad Gita to emphasize the qualities of a true devotee and to criticize those who had opposed the…
