New Delhi — September 29, 2025 In a historic move to deepen connectivity with its Himalayan neighbour, India has announced the construction of two cross-border railway links to Bhutan. The two new lines – one stretching 69 km and the other 20 km – will originate from Assam and West Bengal, respectively, and will be…
Rawalakot, Pakistan-administered Kashmir (PoK) — A wave of protests erupted across Pakistan-administered Kashmir on Monday, as thousands of citizens took to the streets demanding basic rights and accountability from the Islamabad-backed administration. What began as a “shutter-down / wheel-jam” call by an opposition coalition has turned into one of the most intense civil unrest episodes…
KABUL :Afghanistan was plunged into its most severe communications blackout in four years on Monday after Taliban authorities reportedly ordered a nationwide cut of fibre-optic internet services, citing a crackdown on what they describe as “immorality” and “vice.” This is the first countrywide communications shutdown of this scale since the Taliban’s return to power in…
On September 28, 2025, Russia executed one of its largest aerial offensives of the war to date, deploying 595 drones and 48 missiles, with Kyiv and surrounding regions among the primary targets. The attack, which reportedly lasted more than 12 hours, resulted in at least four fatalities, including a 12-year-old girl, and dozens more wounded….
What is the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 — major changes and contested provisions To understand the objections and protests, it’s first necessary to see what changes the amended law brings, and why many see them as problematic. Key features of the amendment According to the official account (Press Information Bureau) and legislative tracking sources: These…
Coimbatore:A tragic stampede during a political rally organized by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on September 27, 2025, resulted in the deaths of at least 39 individuals and injuries to over 50 others. The incident occurred when the crowd, reportedly exceeding 20,000—double the permitted number—surged toward the stage as Vijay’s…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has claimed that Israel attempted to assassinate him during the recent conflict between the two countries, but insisted that the plot failed and expressed no fear of further attacks. In an interview with U.S. podcaster Tucker Carlson, Pezeshkian said: “They did try, yes … but they failed.”“It was not the United…
A tragic stampede broke out on 27 September 2025 during a political rally held by actor-turned-politician Vijay in Karur district, Tamil Nadu. The event, organized under his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), turned catastrophic when the crowd surged toward his vehicle and barricades, leading to mass fatalities and injuries. How the Tragedy Unfolded Official Response…
In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, protests following Friday prayers over the “I Love Muhammad” campaign turned violent, leading to the the arrest of around 50 people and injuries to several police officers. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has condemned the unrest, describing it as a “planned conspiracy” and warning that perpetrators will face “exemplary punishment.”…
Leh/Jodhpur – September 27, 2025:Ladakh-based activist and education reformer Sonam Wangchuk has been shifted to Jodhpur Central Jail under the National Security Act (NSA), following violent protests in Leh earlier this week. Central agencies are now investigating alleged financial irregularities and foreign funding violations linked to his NGOs. FCRA Licence Revoked The Ministry of Home…
