Tensions in the world’s busiest maritime chokepoint have escalated after the Iranian Navy seized an international oil tanker in the vicinity of the Strait of Hormuz. The seizure of the vessel carrying a significant amount of cargo was confirmed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy. According to Iranian media, the IRGC Navy confirmed taking control of the cargo ship, which was sailing under the flag of the Marshall Islands, citing “violation of maritime law” in the Gulf of Oman. The vessel was reportedly transporting 30,000 tons of petrochemicals and was traveling from the UAE state of Ajman…
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In a stunning development following the devastating defeat of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) in the Bihar Assembly elections, Rohini Acharya, daughter of former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, has announced her decision to quit politics and distance herself from her family, triggering fresh turmoil within the high-profile political dynasty. Rohini Acharya made the startling declaration in an ambiguous post on the social media platform ‘X’, hinting that the decision was influenced by pressure from senior RJD leaders, specifically naming Sanjay Yadav and Ramiz. She wrote: “I am leaving politics and distancing myself from my family. This was…
A murder mystery in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has been solved, revealing a brutal and shocking story of infidelity, blackmail, and extreme violence. Police have arrested Manu Solanki, a married bus driver, for the murder of his lover, Preeti Yadav, whose body was found decapitated and dismembered in a drain last week. According to Indian media reports, the victim’s mutilated body was found near Sector 108 on November 6, her head and hands severed, which had made immediate identification almost impossible. Solanki, the accused, was identified as the victim’s lover who allegedly committed the heinous act out of frustration over…
A significant diplomatic breakthrough has been achieved for the long-conflict-ridden Central African nation of Congo (DRC), with the government and the M23 rebel group successfully signing a framework for a peace agreement. The signing ceremony took place in Doha, Qatar. Media reports indicate that the consensus on this historic deal was reached through the combined diplomatic efforts of the United States, Qatar, and the African Union (AU). The agreement represents a crucial step toward de-escalating the relentless violence that has plagued Eastern Congo. The ongoing clashes between the M23 rebel group and government forces in Eastern Congo have resulted…
Rajdeep Sardesai, a prominent Indian journalist and political analyst, has levied sharp criticism against the recent state elections in Bihar, making the sensational claim that the contest was a ‘vote-bought election.’ Sardesai presented his personal analysis in a video that has since gone viral across social media platforms. The journalist argued that even setting aside allegations of vote rigging, his opinion is that votes were demonstrably purchased in the Bihar polls. He posed a rhetorical question: if one can bid for votes, why would they need to resort to stealing them? Sardesai detailed the alleged mechanism, claiming that Rs.…
A shocking and utterly inhumane crime rooted in extreme superstition has surfaced in Jodhpur, in the Indian state of Rajasthan, where four women allegedly killed a 16-day-old newborn infant by crushing it as part of a ritual aimed at securing marriage prospects. A distressing video of the incident circulated on social media, reportedly showing one woman holding the infant and chanting while others sat around her repeating similar phrases, which officials suggest were likely invocations to a deity. This footage points to a frenzied act committed under the guise of ritualistic practice. The infant’s father identified the women involved…
A new tragedy has unfolded along the perilous migration route from North Africa to Europe, as two boats carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Libya, resulting in the deaths of at least four individuals. According to news agencies, the incident occurred on Thursday near the coastal city of Al-Khums. The two vessels were carrying a total of 95 irregular migrants attempting the dangerous sea crossing in search of a better future in Europe. Authorities confirmed that one of the boats was carrying 26 migrants from Bangladesh, four of whom were killed. The second vessel was carrying 69 migrants,…
The ‘Gen Z’ group in Mexico has launched widespread protests against the government, citing pervasive corruption and rising insecurity as their main grievances. The mobilization signals growing dissatisfaction among the country’s youth, with calls for demonstrations issued in more than 50 cities nationwide. In Mexico City, protesters gathered directly in front of the Presidential Palace, chanting slogans against the administration. Clashes erupted between the police and demonstrators when protesters attempted to breach the security barriers protecting the presidential complex. Police responded by using force, deploying tear gas to disperse the crowds, while the protesters retaliated by throwing stones. The…
The Ukrainian capital of Kyiv was subjected to a devastating barrage of Russian missiles and drones, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least 8 individuals, with several more reported injured. These renewed attacks targeting civilian areas have intensified the fear and humanitarian crisis within the city. The latest assault caused extensive damage to civilian infrastructure, notably striking and damaging the building housing the Azerbaijan embassy. The impact on a diplomatic mission has raised international alarm regarding the protection of foreign representations during the conflict. The Ukrainian President claimed that the scale of the assault was massive, alleging that…
Nicolás Maduro, the President of Venezuela, has reaffirmed his country’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause, declaring that Venezuela will not abandon the struggle until Palestine achieves full sovereignty. The President delivered this resolute message during a special address on Palestine’s National Day, as reported by foreign media. President Maduro emphatically stated that the Palestinian people have an undeniable right to live in peace and dignity within an independent state. He issued a warning to the international community, asserting that genuine and lasting peace cannot be established, even with a Gaza ceasefire, until true justice is delivered to the…
