Exercise 'Varuna' achieved its aim of enhanced jointmanship: Indian Navy

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Pahalgam Terror Attack Diplomatic ResponseIran has offered to mediate between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, primarily tourists, with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasizing the importance of regional harmony. Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Faisal bin Farhan, also engaged in discussions with both nations amid rising tensions, as India announced punitive measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to hold the...

India has suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals and revoked most existing visas immediately following the Pahalgam attack, with exceptions for diplomatic, official, and long-term visas. Pakistani citizens with other visa types must exit India by specific deadlines in late April to avoid legal repercussions under the new Immigration & Foreigners Act, 2025. This decision highlights the escalating tensions between the two nations and the government's firm stance on immigration policy in response to security...

SRH players celebrate after the win. (Pic credit: IPL) Sunrisers Hyderabad ended a two-match losing streak with a five-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium, marking their first win at this venue in IPL 2025. SRH's win, led by Harshal Patel's 4 for 28, improved their standings to eighth place with six points, while CSK remained at the bottom with seven losses in nine games. Key contributions for SRH included Ishan Kishan's...

A coalition of twelve states, including Oregon, Arizona, and New York, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging the legality of its tariff policy, which they claim destabilizes the economy and violates the Constitution. The lawsuit argues that President Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act lacks justification, as there is no "unusual and extraordinary threat" from abroad. California Governor Gavin Newsom has also...

SummaryUS President Donald Trump stated that Crimea, a part of Ukraine, will remain with Russia, which he views as a tactic to pressure Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy into making concessions to end the war. Trump criticized Zelenskyy for prolonging the conflict by resisting negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and condemned Russia's recent attacks on Ukraine, urging for a peace deal. Amid ongoing violence, including recent strikes that killed civilians, Zelenskyy noted that Ukraine had...