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US halts all visas for Afghan nationals after shooting near White House, asylum reviews paused

The United States has halted all visas and even asylum reviews for Afghanistan amid a massive immigration crackdown. The announcement is part of a broader response to the shooting incident near the White House which killed a National Guard and left another critically injured. US President Donald Trump had also announced on Thursday that he would "permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries".

22 days ago

'Trumplicans' celebrate after Trump hints at 2028 run with AI-generated photo

On November 28, 2025, Donald Trump announced his plan to run for the U.S. presidency in 2028 via a post on Truth Social, rekindling hopes for "Trumplicans!" for the next presidential election cycle.

22 days ago

Karnataka leadership crisis: 'No differences between us', Siddaramaiah, D.K. Shivakumar say after breakfast meet

A carefully choreographed breakfast with upma, idli and sambar laid out at the Chief Minister's residence set the tone for Karnataka's warring power centres on Saturday as Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar met to calm the churn inside the Congress. The high command-nudged meeting came amid yet another round of speculation over a leadership reset in the state.

22 days ago

Delhi's air remains 'very poor' for 15th day despite slight improvement

The figure marks a marginal improvement from Friday's reading of 385, yet pollution levels continue to remain consistently high across the national Capital through the month of November. The city's 24-hour average AQI on Friday stood at 369, extending Delhi's persistent run of very poor air quality through half the month.

22 days ago

NC avoids Ruhullah's topic as working committee pushes statehood, condemns targeting of Kashmiris

The NC concluded its two-day Working Committee meeting on Friday, passing seven major resolutions focused on the restoration of statehood, protection of J&K's special constitutional status, and condemnation of recent terror incidents in Delhi and Nowgam.

22 days ago

Deadline to submit Leh violence evidence to Dec 8 as witnesses seek more time to record statements

After the Leh Apex Body appealed for more time, the Judicial Inquiry Commission probing the September 24 Leh violence has extended the deadline for submitting statements and evidence by ten days, shifting it from November 28 to December 8.

22 days ago

'Practically an anarchy': Veerappa Moily fumes as Karnataka Congress infighting escalates, demands high command action

Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Veerappa Moily slammed the Karnataka Congress for its escalating internal fight over the Chief Minister's post, calling the situation "anarchy" and a "free-for-all." He criticised both CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's camps for public posturing and blamed the Congress high command for letting the crisis spiral into national embarrassment.

22 days ago

'Ease of living will improve further': PM Modi on economic growth, impact of reforms as Q2 GDP soars to 8.2%

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's strong Q2 FY26 GDP growth of 8.2%, calling it a reflection of the government's pro-growth policies, reforms and the hard work of Indian citizens. The surge was driven by robust secondary and tertiary sector performance — manufacturing grew 9.1%, construction 7.2%, while financial, real estate and professional services posted a strong 10.2% growth.

22 days ago

India inks Rs 7,995 crore pact with US for sustainment support of Navy's MH-60R helicopters

India has signed a ₹7,995 crore agreement with the United States to provide five years of sustainment support for the Indian Navy's MH-60R multi-role helicopters. The Ministry of Defence formalised the deal through Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) under the US Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.

22 days ago

Centre's policies inspired by Lord Krishna's teachings; ending 'atyachaaris' necessary for peace: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Centre's policies draw inspiration from Lord Krishna's teachings, stressing that ending oppressors is essential for peace and forms the basis of India's national security approach.

22 days ago

Karnataka: Massive crowds welcome PM Modi during Udupi roadshow

The roadshow began from Bannanje Narayana Guru Circle and passed through Jayalaxmi Silk Junction, the City Bus Stand and Kalsanka Junction. From there, he entered the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Matha to take part in various religious programmes.

22 days ago

India has expanded energy partnerships from 27 to 40 countries in last decade: Hardeep Puri

Highlighting the country's expanding global engagement, he said that India has built a stronger and more secure energy network by diversifying its partnerships across continents, refining its sourcing basket, and cementing trusted alliances.

22 days ago

Putin to visit India next week for 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, MEA confirms

The MEA formally confirmed the visit on Friday, issuing an official statement that read: "At the invitation of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, President of the Russian Federation H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin will pay a State visit to India from 04–05 December 2025 for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit."

22 days ago

India on high alert as Imran Khan rumours push Pakistan towards chaos: ISI eyes major diversionary strike

Intelligence Bureau officials say that rumours relating to the death of Khan began to circulate three days back. Since then there has been a massive build up of his supporters. If the Army does not provide proof that Khan's supporters have been seeking, then violence is bound to engulf Pakistan.

22 days ago

Man connected with firing at Kapil Sharma's Canada cafe arrested in Delhi

The Delhi Crime Branch, led by DCP Sanjeev Yadav, arrested Sekhon, who is also known as Bandhu Maan Singh Shekhon, a prominent member of the Goldy Dhillon gang. Authorities seized a Chinese PX-3 pistol during the operation. The accused has a long criminal record and faces multiple cases in India.

23 days ago