In a major legal development in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks case, the United States Supreme Court has rejected the final plea of Tahawwur Rana, bringing him one step closer to being extradited to India. Rana, a Canadian citizen of Pakistani origin, was convicted in the U.S. in 2011 and sentenced to 13 years in prison. He is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles. Rana had filed an "Emergency Application For Stay Pending Litigation of Petition For Wri

Authorities are investigating a targeted attack on a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas that resulted in multiple Tesla vehicles being set ablaze and shot at during an overnight incident. According to CNN, the attack occurred at the Tesla service center where several vehicles were damaged, including two that were fully engulfed in flames. The FBI is currently investigating the incident, stating that it bears some hallmarks of terrorism. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, in coordi

A suspect involved in the Amritsar temple blast was killed in a police encounter, while another suspect managed to escape, Punjab Police confirmed on Monday. The encounter took place after officers tracked down the accused in the Rajasansi area of Amritsar. The incident stems from the March 15 explosion outside the Thakur Dwara Temple in Amritsar, where an unidentified individual hurled an explosive device toward the temple premises. The blast caused damage to the temple’s wall and shat

India has strongly rejected Pakistan's recent accusations of "sponsoring terrorism," following Islamabad's attempt to blame New Delhi for backing terror activities. The statement came in response to Pakistan's allegations linked to the recent Balochistan train attack, which claimed the lives of 21 passengers. However, Pakistan stopped short of directly linking India to the attack, instead shifting blame toward Afghanistan. In a firm response, Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperso

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on the Jaffar Express train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, resulting in the deaths of six Pakistani military personnel and sparking a tense hostage situation. The train, carrying approximately 400 passengers in nine bogies, was traveling from Quetta in Balochistan to Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa when it was attacked. According to railway officials quoted by Reuters, BLA fighters targeted the

In a significant escalation of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow faced a massive overnight drone attack that left one person dead and three others injured. Russia's Defence Ministry reported that Ukrainian forces launched as many as 337 drones in what is believed to be the largest drone strike on Moscow since the conflict began. Of the total drones, 91 targeted Moscow and its surrounding areas, while 126 drones were intercepted over the Kursk region. The attack sparked fires across M

Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all Texas state employees to return to the office full-time, marking a significant shift away from the remote work arrangements many have relied on since the pandemic. While Abbott has not set a strict statewide deadline, individual agencies are implementing their own return-to-office timelines, with some requiring employees to be back at their desks by March 31, 2025. This move has sparked mixed reactions among state employ

Post Office Savings Schemes remain one of the most trusted investment options in India, offering secure returns backed by the government. Many of these schemes not only provide financial security but also offer tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Investors can claim a tax deduction of up to ₹1.5 lakh per financial year when investing in these schemes, making them an attractive option for tax planning.However, these deductions are applicable only under the old tax reg

Fixed deposits have long been considered a safe and reliable investment option in India, particularly among conservative investors. However, declining interest rates and rising inflation have made it increasingly difficult for FDs to offer returns that outpace the rising cost of living. With the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reducing the repo rate, banks have responded by lowering FD rates, prompting investors to explore other options that provide higher returns while maintaining financial secu

After the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections, the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP) launched a campaign questioning the legitimacy of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) polling system. Several key YCP leaders, including Roja and Ambati Rambabu, repeatedly voiced concerns, suggesting that election results were manipulated. This narrative was an attempt to discredit the public mandate that had overwhelmingly favored the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). However, TDP remained largely indiffere

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has long established itself as a political powerhouse in Andhra Pradesh, with its cadre system playing a crucial role in the party’s endurance and relevance. Even after four decades, TDP continues to remain a dominant force in the state’s political landscape, primarily due to the unwavering support of its cadre.This unique support system within the party has once again come to the forefront following the resignation of G.V. Reddy, the former Fibernet C

In a significant update, the Moinabad police arrested five additional individuals, including two women, in connection with the attack on CS Rangarajan, the head priest of Chilkur Balaji Temple. Kovvuri Veer Raghava Reddy, the founder of the Rama Rajyam organization, had already been arrested and remanded in the case. The police investigation revealed that Raghava Reddy had been demanding financial support from Rangarajan and sought his involvement in recruiting people for the "Rama Rajya

In the past week, a political verbal clash between Ambati, Rambabu, and Pemmasani Chandrashekar caught the attention of many. It all began when Ambati accused TDP of buying YCP leaders, to which Pemmasani responded by pointing out the defection of TDP MLA Mandali Giri to YCP in 2019. This exchange was marked by sharp rhetoric from both sides, with Ambati defending his stance and Pemmasani countering his arguments.   However, in an unexpected turn, Ambati paused the heate

A new malware family named Ferret has been identified by researchers at SentinelLabs, posing a significant threat to MacBook users. This malware is linked to North Korean hackers and cybercriminal groups. Ferret is an evolution of previous malware variants and disguises itself as a legitimate Google Chrome update file. By mimicking legitimate Chrome code, Ferret is able to bypass security applications and scanning systems.The malware enters a MacBook when the user is deceived into downloading

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has made a remarkable achievement by registering over 1 crore members, a first in the party's history. The ongoing membership drive, which has seen a surge in registrations, has reached an impressive milestone of 1,00,20,065 members, with notable participation from both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The drive gained momentum under the leadership of Nara Lokesh, who introduced an insurance policy offering a Rs 5 lakh coverage, adding significant value for

Inspeq AI, a Dublin-headquartered AI-safety startup, has officially launched its operations in India, opening its first office in Bengaluru. This move marks the company’s expansion into the Indian market, with plans to scale its operations by hiring 50 additional employees across engineering, operations, and client-facing roles. The Bengaluru office, which currently has 25 staff members, is Inspeq AI’s third global office, following those in Dublin and London. Founded in

India strongly condemned the Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan civilians, which resulted in at least 51 deaths, including women and children, in Afghanistan’s Paktika province on December 24. In a statement on Monday, Indian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the attack, describing it as part of Pakistan's longstanding practice of blaming its neighbors for its internal problems. The airstrikes targeted areas in Paktika, particularly affecting the village of Laman,

Ukraine's military intelligence confirmed that a Ukrainian naval drone had successfully destroyed a Russian Mi-8 helicopter and damaged another in the Black Sea near Crimea. The attack took place near Cape Tarkhankut, where a Magura V5 maritime drone, equipped with missiles, targeted the Russian aircraft. This incident is notable as it marks the first time a Ukrainian naval drone has downed an aerial target, underscoring the increasing use of drones in the ongoing conflict. Whil

In response to Russia's Christmas Day attack on Ukrainian cities and its energy infrastructure, President Joe Biden has instructed the U.S. Defense Department to maintain its surge of weapons deliveries to Ukraine. Biden condemned Russia’s actions, which were aimed at disrupting Ukraine’s power supply and endangering the country’s energy grid during the harsh winter. The attack, which involved cruise and ballistic missiles as well as drones, is part of Russia’s ong

Vikram Ashok Deshmukh, a 31-year-old software engineer, tragically passed away from a heart attack while playing cricket at Mumbai's Azad Maidan last Sunday. Deshmukh, who worked in an IT company, was an avid cricket player and participated regularly in matches at the popular ground. On the day of the incident, he was playing in a 25-over practice match where his team was chasing a target of 159. During the match, Deshmukh complained of chest pain in the 10th over but continued pla