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Why is King Charles not going to live at Buckingham Palace after its renovation?
King Charles III has decided not to make Buckingham Palace his permanent home after its £369 million refurbishment. Instead, he and Queen Camilla will remain at Clarence House as the monarchy expands public access to the historic palace while pursuing greater transparency over royal finances
Once the dream destination, Canada is losing appeal among Indian students. Here’s why
Once upon a time, Canada was the top destination for many Indian students. However, the share of Indians among the international student population in the North American country has dropped to eight per cent in 2025. Tighter visa and immigration norms, coupled with a higher cost of living, have driven this trend
India’s first private gold mine: Inside Andhra’s Jonnagiri project that will produce 900 kg gold every year
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Rs 405-crore gold mining and processing project at Jonnagiri in Kurnool district on Wednesday (June 24). The project spans a total allotted area of 1,500 acres. With this reserve, the state is poised to become India's largest gold producer
Will Venezuela's devastating earthquake shake India's fuel prices and oil supplies?
The deadly Venezuela earthquake has caused concerns over global oil supplies and India's growing dependence on crude from the South American nation. But will it disrupt fuel prices? Here's how the disaster, refinery operations, shipping delays, and falling global crude prices could influence India's energy security and petrol and diesel costs
Will Iran's attack on a ship in Hormuz sink Trump's fragile peace deal?
A reported Iranian strike on the cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz has raised concerns over the future of Donald Trump's 60-day peace deal with Tehran. The attack prompted an UN agency to suspend its evacuation programme and briefly pushed oil prices higher
How India stands vindicated after Canada admits to Khalistani role in Kanishka bombing after 40 years
Forty-one years ago, on June 23, Air India flight 182 exploded, killing all 329 people on board. Now, the Canadian intelligence agency has acknowledged the involvement of Khalistanis in the blast for the first time. It marks a major shift in Ottawa’s stance vis-à-vis the terrorist group that continues to thrive on Western soil
235 dead, over 4,000 hurt: Inside the search and rescue ops after powerful quakes flatten Venezuela
A day after two powerful earthquakes brought down buildings and caused widespread damage, authorities and the public are digging through the rubble to help save lives. So far, over 200 people have died, with officials noting that the toll is expected to climb further. Countries from around the world are also rushing in aid to help in rescue and rehabilitation efforts
Venezuela earthquakes: Why UN experts want nation to lift social media restrictions
Calling it a 'life and death' situation, the United Nations' Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela has appealed to the government to unblock social media access. According to them, restricting these channels can slow rescue efforts and deepen chaos
How a seismic wave made the whole of Japan move
In a new study published in ‘Science’, seismic waves are likely considered the key triggering mechanism that bounced off Earth’s core in the wake of Japan's 9.0-magnitude quake in 2011. Sunyoung Park, the lead author of the study, called it 'a never-before-seen event'
Can Indians buy property in Saudi Arabia now? New property rules, explained
Saudi Arabia has opened its real estate market to foreign buyers, including eligible Indians, through a new ownership framework and digital portal. The reforms allow non-Saudis to purchase property in designated zones while maintaining restrictions in Makkah and Madinah, as the Kingdom pushes ahead with Vision 2030
Venezuela hit by ‘doublet’: How South American country was slammed by 2 quakes just 39 seconds apart
Back-to-back earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5, hit Venezuela on Wednesday evening, killing more than 160 people and injuring nearly a thousand. Officials have declared a state of emergency as they continue search-and-rescue operations
Europe heatwave: Why is air conditioning the hot political debate dividing France?
As France endures a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures exceeding 40°C, air conditioning has become the centre of a fierce political battle. From far-right leader Marine Le Pen's call for mass AC installations to Green Party resistance, the development puts the spotlight on the country's struggle to adapt to a warming climate
Who pushed Ketan Agarwal off the Lohagad fort cliff? His fiancée, Siya Goyal, or her ‘lover’?
Fresh chilling details in the Ketan Agarwal's murder case indicate that it was Chetan Chaudhary, Siya Goyal's alleged lover, who pushed the 26-year-old Pune realtor off the cliff after receiving a go-ahead alert from her, according to police. Here what the investigation has revealed so far
Why is Trump’s top army general retiring?
The retirement of General Christopher Donahue, the last US soldier to leave Afghanistan, has spotlighted Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s sweeping overhaul of military leadership. Donahue will retire on July 2, 2026, after 18 months leading US Army Europe and Africa
Meet Shankh Mitra, the Indian-origin CEO who is the world’s second-highest paid after Elon Musk
Welltower’s Shankh Mitra has earned the title of the world's second-highest-paid CEO with an annual compensation of $821 million. Born in India, he completed his education at Jadavpur University. He joined Welltower, the US estate investment company, in 2016 and was elevated to the top post in 2020
Bangladesh to buy Chinese jets used by Pakistan during Op Sindoor: Should India worry?
Bangladesh is moving closer to acquiring 24 Chinese J-10CE fighter jets, the same aircraft used by Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. The purchase, reportedly worth $2.2 billion, would make Bangladesh the second export customer of the platform and expand China's defence footprint in South Asia
Passport not proof of citizenship in India, says MEA. What about Aadhaar or PAN card?
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has stated that a passport is not proof of citizenship, reviving questions about which document, if any, actually proves an Indian’s citizenship. In 2020, the government had told Parliament that Aadhaar, PAN or even one’s voter ID didn’t qualify as proof of citizenship
How Elon Musk lost his trillionaire status within days
Elon Musk lost trillionaire status after SpaceX shares plunged, erasing more than billions from his fortune. According to the Bloomberg billionaires Index, Musk's net worth currently stands at $957 billion (around Rs 90,532 crore). Despite the decline, Musk is still the world's richest person
What is the Sunset Clause that India may demand in its trade deal with the US?
As India and the US edge closer to a landmark trade agreement, New Delhi may reportedly be pushing for a Sunset Clause to protect itself from future shifts in American trade policy. Here's what the provision means, why India wants it, and how it could shape bilateral trade and market access
Ketan Agarwal murder: How his sister helped expose the murder plot by fiancée Siya Goyal
Ketan Agarwal's sister, who remained suspicious of the 'accidental death narrative' at Lohagad Fort, questioned his fiancée, Siya Goyal, about the events leading up to the fall. Inconsistencies in Goyal's replies raised doubts, leading the sister and family to demand a fresh probe into the death
Viral at FIFA World Cup: The story of DR Congo’s ‘living statue’ and the leader he stands for
A motionless fan supporting DR Congo at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has everyone talking. Known as 'Lumumba Vea', Michel Nkuka Mboladinga pays tribute to Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister. Here’s what we know about the African icon
4-year limit for US student visas? What does this mean for Indians?
In a major change to the US student visa system, the White House has cleared a proposed regulation that would replace the long-standing ‘Duration of Status’ framework with fixed periods of stay for international students. If implemented, Indians – the largest international student community in the US – are likely to be among those most impacted
‘Trump Avenue’ in Hyderabad: Why has the city named a road after the US president?
Hyderabad’s road adjoining the US Consulate has a new name: Donald Trump Avenue. This marks the first time that a road in India has been named after any US president. Officially, the move is part of the Freedom 250 celebrations. But some point out that it may be the Telangana government’s attempt at rebranding the city
Strait of Hormuz fees, nuclear inspections... How Trump and Iran keep disagreeing on peace deal
Just days after ending the Iran War, the United States and Tehran are already clashing over nuclear inspections, sanctions relief, frozen assets and the Strait of Hormuz. As peace talks continue in Geneva, competing interpretations of the agreement are testing the durability of the historic ceasefire
Europe’s 40°C summer misery: How an omega block is trapping the heat
An extreme heatwave has engulfed parts of Europe, with temperatures hitting the 40-degree-Celsius mark in several countries like France, the UK and Italy. The rising mercury has triggered deaths, school closures and transport disruption. But behind this extreme weather is an omega block, trapping African heat in the region
How Siya Goyal’s plan to kill fiancé at Pune’s Lohagad Fort was uncovered: Missing passport and a hoodie
The family’s insistence to probe Ketan Agarwal’s death at Lohagad Fort led cops to uncover a detailed murder plot hatched by his fiancée, Siya Goyal, and her alleged lover, Chetan Babulal Chaudhary. A trip to Bali that never happened and a suspicious man in a hoodie at the time of the 26-year-old’s death were the crucial clues in the case
Ketan Agarwal murder: How fiancée and lover plotted the Pune man’s killing during Lohagad fort trek
Ketan Agarwal, a 26-year-old real estate director, was allegedly pushed to his death from Lohagad Fort by his fiancée, Siyal Goyal and her ‘lover' Chetan Chaudhary, officials said. Both have now confessed to the murder after reportedly failing to kill him before
'Tainted by other men': Why Dettol apologised after an advert in China
Dettol has issued an apology for a controversial short-form drama advertisement that was accused of objectifying women. The ad drew fierce criticism on the Chinese internet for showing women's past romantic experiences as 'contaminated' or 'unclean,' whereas excusing men's previous romantic relations as acceptable
London’s National Portrait Gallery just removed Winston Churchill’s display. What is the India connection?
Winston Churchill's role in the 1943 Bengal Famine is back in the spotlight. A Helen Cammock video installation linking the former British PM to the famine was withdrawn from the National Portrait Gallery after criticism from historians and politicians
US pub are adding 20% tips to their bills. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is why
Restaurants and pubs across the 11 US cities hosting FIFA World Cup matches, including New York, are adding 18-20 per cent gratuities to their bills. The reason: fans from other countries are undercompensating staff, as they are unaware of America’s tipping culture