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India is taking its indigenous Astra Mk1 air-to-air missile to Africa. According to DRDO officials, Ethiopia, Uganda, Angola and Algeria have been identified as potential markets because they already operate variants of the Russian-designed Sukhoi Su-30.The African push follows Indias missile cooperation with Indonesia, where Bharat Dynamics Limited signed an agreement with Republikorp involving the Astra. India is now looking to leverage the Sukhoi ecosystem to expand its defence exports and es

BSP chief Mayawati has alleged that the BJP manipulated EVMs to help Aazad Samaj Party chief Chandra Shekhar Azad win the Nagina Lok Sabha seat in 2024. Mayawati has demanded an immediate end to EVM voting and a return to ballot papers ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Azad has rejected the conspiracy claim while defending the mandate he received from Nagina voters. He said questioning electoral transparency is every citizens right but linking his victory to a conspiracy hurts

Supreme Court has stressed that simply issuing e-challans is not enough and asked authorities to find practical ways to recover unpaid traffic fines. During the hearing, Justice JB Pardiwala suggested that unpaid challans could potentially be linked to electricity dues, while also discussing measures including blocking vehicle registration renewals, ownership transfers, fitness certificates, driving licence renewals and PUC certificates. The court was told that around Rs 45,000 crore in e-challa

Donald Trumps New York meetings are fuelling fresh questions about his relationship with Benjamin Netanyahu after the U.S. president met NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani during UN week while no Trump-Netanyahu meeting was scheduled. Reporters directly pressed Mamdani on whether that contrast sent a political message; Mamdani smiled, declined to interpret the optics and said his conversation with Trump was focused on delivering for New Yorkers.

India is pitching its indigenous Astra Mk1 beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile to African countries operating Russian-origin Sukhoi Su-30 fighters. DRDO officials have identified Algeria, Angola, Uganda and Ethiopia as potential markets, with Algerias 50-plus Su-30 fleet representing the biggest opportunity.The push follows Indias missile cooperation with Indonesia and reflects a larger ambition: turning existing Sukhoi operators into customers for Indian weapons. But integration, certificati

Pro-Trump rapper Nicki Minaj is facing backlash after making controversial remarks about Black voters, Democrats and the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. During an appearance on Fox News with Lara Trump, Minaj urged young Americans to get involved in the elections and encouraged them to vote red. She claimed that Black Americans have traditionally felt pressured to vote Democratic and alleged that those who choose differently can face smear campaigns and nasty behavior.

The RAF Fairford terror probe has taken a dramatic turn after five British men arrested near a U.S.-operated air base were released on police bail. The men, all reportedly in their 20s and from London, were initially arrested on suspicion of explosives offences and later on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. U.K. Counter Terrorism Policing chief Laurence Taylor stressed that their release does not mean the investigation is over, saying the suspects absolutely remain under investigation as d

Matt Damon's path to becoming a global water advocate was sparked by a life-changing visit to a village in Zambia. This experience led him to establish the H2O Africa Foundation, focused on highlighting the urgent issues surrounding water scarcity. In partnership with Gary White, they founded Water.org, broadening their impact, which has since helped around 92 million individuals access safe water and sanitation.

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has drawn backlash after an exchange with an Afghan journalist at the United Nations in New York. Asked why Pakistan backed the Taliban but remained silent over restrictions imposed on Afghan women, Asif responded by commenting on her clothing and making a gesture across his throat. Many viewers interpreted the gesture as suggesting she could face violence if she returned to Afghanistan. The exchange has renewed scrutiny of Pakistans relationship with the T

Ukraine has overtaken India as the worlds largest arms importer, with India now at No. 2. But even as Indias defence exports and domestic production rise, it still relies heavily on foreign weapons.Why? Indias military needs weapons now, while indigenous platforms can take years to develop. Thats Indias defence paradox: exports are rising, but import dependence remains. Shreya Chandra explainsWatch: https://youtu.be/R2J5T0x4t_Q?si=JeoddlbHncPx_7dp

US Vice President JD Vance has sharpened the Trump administrations message on H-1B visas, warning companies against laying off American workers and replacing them with lower-paid foreign employees. On September 18, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing agencies to consider recent or planned layoffs of similarly situated US workers when reviewing H-1B cases. The order increases scrutiny but does not impose an automatic ban on companies that conduct layoffs.The administration

'S** OFFENDER': Trump's 'CREEPY' Golf Moment Goes Viral, Internet BLASTS SHOCK '3rd Base' Gesture US President Donald Trumps appearance at the Presidents Cup in Chicago has sparked a fresh social media frenzy after an awkward interaction with a golfer was caught on camera. A brief clip from the event shows Trump appearing to make a gesture toward the golfer, prompting viewers online to closely examine the footage and question what happened. Several social media users accused Trump of appearing t

Donald Trumps second-term White House is facing fresh scrutiny over its internal power dynamics following a Politico profile examining how Cabinet officials operate around the president. The report cites a senior administration official describing Cabinet members as yes people and saying, Everybody wants to keep their job. It also features a striking comparison of Trump as a very strong monarch surrounded by weak barons. The White House has rejected that characterization, while the report offers

Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani and his companies have reached a settlement with Sebi regarding violations of minimum public shareholding laws. They agreed to pay Rs 1.48 crore to close the matter, which stemmed from complaints filed in 2020. Although the involved parties denied any wrongdoing, Sebi will refrain from further enforcement actions unless similar issues come up in the future.

Saturday Night Live took aim at President Trump aide Natalie Harp during the Season 52 premiere, turning the White House aide into a bizarre horror-movie character. Ashley Padilla portrayed Harp as an intensely loyal Trump supporter who suddenly appeared soaking wet, mimicked a possessed character, sang Beyonc and delivered a chilling warning to Zohran Mamdani. The wild SNL sketch poked fun at Harps close relationship with Trump and her intense loyalty to the president.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has delivered a pointed warning about the limits of superpower politics, declaring that no country, no matter how powerful, can manage these challenges alone. His remarks came as Donald Trump and Xi Jinping showcased a renewed personal rapport during Xis U.S. visit, with Washington and Beijing trying to stabilize ties despite continuing disputes over trade, Taiwan, AI and the Middle East.

Why are young, fit Indians still getting heart attacks? Is heart disease becoming a silent killer among young Indians? Padma Bhushan Dr Naresh Trehan explains the growing risk of heart attack and heart disease in India, and why genetics, stress, lifestyle and diet can all play a role.Heart disease is often called a silent killer because serious cardiovascular disease can develop before obvious symptoms appear. Dr Naresh Trehan explains heart attack warning signs, early heart attack symptoms and

In a bold move against beach erosion, a Marriott resort in the Maldives is pioneering the use of artificial reefs. This project involves the careful placement of concrete blocks to enhance sand accumulation while simultaneously fostering local marine ecosystems. Via advanced satellite and ocean current data, Coastal Assembly identifies optimal reef locations, illustrating a transformative trend in sustainable coastal management practices worldwide.

Russian strikes have again hit Ukraine, with a nine-storey apartment building in Kharkivs Saltivskyi district struck early Monday and 25 people injured, including nine children aged between three and 15, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack came amid a wider exchange of long-range strikes between Russia and Ukraine as fighting along much of the front line remains largely stalled. Russia has increasingly relied on missiles, glide bombs and drones, while Ukraine has expanded its own long

Irans Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has escalated his rhetoric against the United States, claiming Iran has emerged from months of war as a major power capable of forcing US and allied forces out of the region. In remarks reported by Iranian state-linked media, Khamenei claimed some now consider Iran the worlds fourth superpower and said Western forces no longer dare operate freely near the Strait of Hormuz following Iranian attacks. He then extended the warning beyond the Gulf, saying: The ti

India has been overtaken by Ukraine as the worlds largest arms importer, according to SIPRI data for 2021 to 2025. India accounted for 8.2 percent of global imports, even though its imports fell four percent from the previous five-year period. At the same time, Indian defence exports reached a record 38,424 crore in FY202526. That is the paradox. India is exporting more, but still buying fighters, engines, missiles and air-defence systems needed immediately. Russia remains Indias largest supplie

A political showdown has erupted in Delhi after PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh was caught on camera slapping a man during a road inspection in Tilak Nagar. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal has demanded Vermas arrest and announced a visit to inspect the road, which AAP leaders allege was poorly constructed. Kejriwal also attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the incident and invoked Gen Z. Verma hit back, accusing Kejriwal of drama and claiming the man was an AAP goon who had previously faced a c

Madonna and Taylor Swifts candid MTV VMAs moment has become one of the nights most talked-about celebrity exchanges. According to lip-reading expert Nicola Hickerling, Madonna appeared to ask Taylor a five-word question after greeting her and touching her stomach. The interaction quickly caught fans attention, with social media users reacting to their affectionate exchange, the apparent belly touch and the possibility of a future collaboration. Madonna and Taylor were also among the ceremonys bi

Shaili Singh finished fourth with a best jump of 6.42m on Sunday. India's Ancy Sojan won silver with 6.53m, while China's Huang Yingying took gold with 6.55m on her final attempt. The controversy centres on Shaili's fourth attempt, which was officially measured at 6.41m.

US Vice President JD Vance has warned American companies against laying off local workers and replacing them with cheaper foreign employees, signalling fresh curbs on H-1B visas. The warning follows a September 18 presidential order directing agencies to weigh layoffs of similar American workers when reviewing H-1B petitions, alongside a Labor Department review of Labor Condition Application data. The $100,000 fee has been extended through September 2027, though a federal court found it unlawful

Donald Trumps interaction with golfer Keegan Bradley and his wife Jillian at the Presidents Cup has sparked a wave of social media reaction. Trump greeted Jillian with two kisses on the cheek during his visit to Medinah Country Club, after which viewers began closely discussing the brief exchange and her reaction. Some social media users described the moment as creepy and questioned whether Jillian appeared uncomfortable. The comments reflect online reactions to the footage and do not establish

Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traore has issued a stark warning to foreign spies and those accused of treason, saying his government will impose the death penalty if spies are caught operating in the country. Speaking in Ouagadougou, Traore accused foreign diplomatic missions of providing cover for intelligence operatives and said Burkina Faso would no longer tolerate such activity. He also warned alleged domestic agents of foreign powers that there would be no mercy for treason. Traore specifi

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says Operation Aspides needs more warships to protect commercial shipping in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks. Kallas said the mission was originally expected to have at least 10 ships, but currently does not have that number. She said she was pushing EU member states for additional contributions, but had not yet received firm commitments. The EU launched Aspides in 2024 as a defensive mission to protect shipping around the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Bab al-Mand

Visitors at Northern Ireland's Giant's Causeway have been causing harm by placing coins in its rock formations. The National Trust recently removed over 20 kilos of coins due to the damage they caused. Experts highlighted that oxidization of the coins led to the disintegration of the ancient basalt columns. New measures have been implemented, including signs and donation boxes for visitors.

India has made remarkable strides in the Asian Games 2026, gathering a total of eight medals in athletics, shooting, and kurash. Notably, Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav achieved a spectacular javelin double, while Murali Sreeshankar secured a silver in the long jump. Contributions from Esha Singh and Pincky Balhara, who earned silver and bronze medals respectively, further bolstered the nation's success.