MEA responds over Trump’s claim on Pakistan conducting nuclear tests: ‘Always drawn attention…’

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said it has taken note of US President Donald Trump’s remarks regarding Pakistan allegedly conducting active nuclear tests. Responding to a question during a press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that Islamabad has a history of engaging in ‘clandestine’ and ‘illegal’ nuclear activities and that India has repeatedly raised these concerns with the international community.

Read more

Northern railway cancels 22 trains, alters routes on Jammu–Katra–Udhampur lines till April 2026

In a major update impacting passengers travelling to and from Jammu, Katra, and Udhampur, the Northern Railway has announced an extended disruption of train services due to ongoing repair and restoration works following the devastating floods of August 2025.

Read more

MS Dhoni to play in IPL 2026, CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirms

CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has confirmed that their talisman MS Dhoni will be playing in the Indian Premier League 2026, Cricbuzz reported. Recently, Viswanathan had revealed the same to his grandson Noah in the Provoke Lifestyle magazine, saying that “he is not retiring for this IPL”.

Read more

‘Cup of tea’ in Kabul proved costly: Pakistan Dy PM blames ex-ISI chief for border clashes with Afghanistan

In a veiled dig at former prime minister Imran Khan, Pakistan Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has blamed his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government for worsening ties with Afghanistan. Pointing out to Lieutenant General (retd) Faiz Hameed’s visit to Afghanistan in 2021 following Taliban takeover, Dar said former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief’s ‘cup of tea’ in Kabul proved costly for Islamabad.

Read more

UP: Woman’s mutilated body discovered floating in Noida drain; police launch probe

Panic gripped Noida’s upscale Sector 108 area after a mutilated body of a woman was recovered from a drain. A police team from Sector 39 immediately rushed to the spot and took custody of the body.

Read more

ISRO aims to transfer 50% of PSLV development to Indian industry, says V Narayanan

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan announced on Thursday that the space agency plans to transfer 50 per cent of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) development to an industry consortium. Hailing the capability of the domestic aerospace, defense, and engineering sector, Narayanan noted that Indian industry already contributes 80 per cent to 85 per cent of the systems for ISRO’s various missions.

Read more

India take 2-1 lead in T20I series against Australia, bowlers shine as batting unit struggles

India secured a commanding 48-run victory over Australia in the fourth T20I at Carrara Oval in Canberra, taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match series. On a challenging night for batters, Suryakumar Yadav’s men were lifted by their bowlers, with Washington Sundar starring with three crucial wickets to seal a comfortable win for the visitors.

Read more

How Russia is projecting power against West with Putin’s nuclear stare-off with Trump | EXPLAINED

Russia has raised the stakes in its confrontation with the United States with Vladimir Putin signalling that it may resume full scale nuclear testing, while simultaneously deepening its military presence in Venezuela, a known anti-American ally of Russia. The two moves, though unfolding in different regions, are widely viewed as part of a single strategy aimed at challenging American influence and demonstrating that Moscow can project power far beyond its immediate neighbourhood.

Read more

Indian women’s cricket team to meet PM Modi at his residence shortly after their World Cup triumph

The Indian women’s cricket team is set to meet PM Modi today at 6 PM at his residence in New Delhi. The team landed in the capital city of India on Tuesday evening and the fans also welcomed them at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Meanwhile, the team also left the Taj Hotel to meet PM Modi as the inside visuals from the hotel were released. Each and every member of the Indian team is expected to be felicitated at PM Modi’s residence for their exceptional show in the World Cup.

Read more

China achieves culinary feat in space: Astronauts cook full meal on Tiangong | Watch video

China recently achieved a significant milestone in space when astronauts aboard the Chinese space station, Tiangong, prepared a full meal. The six crew members—from the outgoing Shenzhou-20 mission and the incoming Shenzhou-21 mission—cooked chicken wings and black pepper steak using a newly delivered hot air oven. The astronauts baked marinated chicken wings for 28 minutes before using the oven to cook the steak.

Read more