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Solar-radiation control fault grounds A320 fleet, triggering worldwide airline schedule chaos
Updated : Nov 29, 2025

Airbus' A320 recall hits 6,000 jets worldwide, delays expected: Here's what passengers need to know

The worldwide alert, issued as US travellers return from the Thanksgiving rush, has forced carriers to reshuffle schedules and ground aircraft for inspections

Videos of the widespread damage caused by the inferno went viral on social media. 
Updated : Nov 27, 2025

Hong Kong suffers 'deadliest fire in history'. Death toll reaches 55, hundreds missing -- All you need to know

A rescue operation involving more than 1,200 firefighters and over 300 rescue vehicles continued as authorities searched for missing persons and provided shelter to those displaced by the incident.

Tether’s record profit and AI launch mark new phase for world’s biggest stablecoin issuer
Updated : Nov 1, 2025

Tether reports $10 bn profit, nears Wall Street giants: Here's what the crypto is all about

The issuer of the world's largest stablecoin has outpaced Bank of America and is closing in on Wall Street powerhouses Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley

Russian officials have signalled that any meeting between President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump must deliver concrete results
Updated : Oct 29, 2025

'Trump has no head for details': Kanwal Sibal decodes ongoing confusion over POTUS' meet with Putin

Sibal, who has also served as India's Ambassador to Russia, said that Trump is being pulled in different directions by anti-Russian lobbies within the US and the Europeans. 

The museum's management has faced questions about protocols as the public returns to see the remaining collections.
Updated : Oct 22, 2025

Louvre museum reopens in Paris, days after ₹894 crore jewellery robbery stuns world

The reopening follows intense international attention after the theft of several high-profile royal pieces.

Zelenskyy urges US to not delay acting against Russia
Updated : Sep 16, 2025

Ukraine President Zelenskyy says tariffs on India ‘understandable’ but US must not wait to act against Russia

"If you keep postponing applying sanctions any further, then the Russians will be better prepared,” said Zelenskyy.

Russian aircraft with around 50 onboard drops off radar near China-facing town
Updated : Jul 24, 2025

Russian plane with nearly 50 onboard goes missing near China border

The aircraft, an An-24 operated by Siberia-based Angara Airlines, was en route to Tynda in the Amur region, close to Russia’s border with China, when it suddenly lost radio contact with air traffic controllers

 Singapore has once again been named the most expensive city in the world to live well, according to the Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report 2025
Updated : Jul 15, 2025

Sky-high living: THESE Asian cities are among the world's most expensive to live in

With five cities in the top 10, Asia continues to dominate the rankings, highlighting the region’s growing influence in global wealth and luxury markets.

Diogo Jota had recently won the Nations League with Portugal. (Photo: Reuters)
Updated : Jul 3, 2025

Liverpool footballer Diogo Jota, 28, dies in car crash, alongside brother, days after his wedding

Jota died alongside his brother André Filipe. The two brothers, aged 28 and 26, were reportedly travelling in a Lamborghini when the vehicle experienced a tyre failure while attempting to overtake

Pope Francis' death comes only a day after the 88-year-old, who was recovering from a severe case of double pneumonia, made a surprise public appearance on Easter Sunday, greeting a crowd of more than 35,000 in St. Peter’s Square from his popemobile
Updated : Apr 21, 2025

Pope Francis dies at 88: What happens next as the Vatican prepares for a new leader

Pope Francis' death will immediately kick off a tightly choreographed series of events, refined over centuries

Freeman also criticised the broader inconsistency of US trade policy under Trump
Updated : Apr 21, 2025

‘What do you want?’: Veteran diplomat says Trump administration 'could not explain what they wanted' to Japan during trade talks

According to Freeman, the Japanese delegation visiting Washington during the Trump administration was met with bewildering ambiguity

President Donald Trump is apprehensive over potential conflicts of interest involving Musk's operations in China
Updated : Apr 17, 2025

‘What the f*** is Elon doing there?’: Trump blocks Musk's secret briefing over China ties

President Trump halted a classified Pentagon briefing for Elon Musk, citing business ties with China.

China announced an additional 84% tariff on U.S. goods, effective April 10, 2025.
Updated : Apr 9, 2025

China hits back with 84% tariffs on US goods; new rates applicable from April 10

China announced an additional 84% tariff on U.S. goods, effective April 10, 2025.

The accountant claims that these AI-generated answers are often inaccurate and lacking in the necessary contextual understanding needed for effective accounting
Updated : Apr 9, 2025

'ChatGPT is going make me end it...': Accountant vents out over boss's overreliance on AI

A Reddit post highlights an accountant's frustrations over AI tools replacing expert advice, sparking debate on AI dependence.

Vaniya Agrawal
Updated : Apr 9, 2025

'Farewell and free Palestine': Vaniya Agrawal's resignation letter accuses Microsoft of complicity in Gaza conflict

Agrawal announced her resignation in a company-wide email shared with colleagues following a dramatic interruption of CEO Satya Nadella’s speech during Microsoft’s 50th anniversary event.

Canada minimum wage
Updated : Apr 8, 2025

Indian workers, students to benefit as minimum wage rises to $17.75 in Canada: Here are revised rates across provinces

Canada, a popular study destination for Indian students, sees its federal minimum wage increase, offering financial relief to Indian workers and students amid rising living costs

Despite the hard-line rhetoric, Trump stated in the Oval Office that 'everybody agrees that doing a deal would be preferable.'
Updated : Apr 8, 2025

US and Iran set for talks over nuclear programme amid tensions

President Trump and Iranian officials prepare for nuclear discussions with mediation from Oman, despite differing claims about the nature of the talks

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg
Updated : Apr 8, 2025

'Shaking investor trust': Trump's 'discounted' reciprocal tariffs spark $42.6 bn wipeout for Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg

US tariffs announced by President Trump lead to massive losses for top tech billionaires and global market turmoil

Gaza war
Updated : Apr 7, 2025

‘Shame on you’: What drove Indian-origin techie to protest at Microsoft event with Nadella, Gates, Ballmer on stage — and resign

Microsoft's landmark anniversary event faced disruption due to employee protests

The announcement of a 10% 'baseline' tariff on global imports has already sent shockwaves through the US financial markets
Updated : Apr 6, 2025

‘Black Monday 2.0’? Jim Cramer predicts 1987-style market crash looming, 'if the President doesn't try to reach out...'

Market commentator Jim Cramer predicts a potential market crash reminiscent of 1987 due to Trump's tariffs, emphasising diplomatic outreach to prevent further decline.

Elon Musk and President Trump
Updated : Apr 6, 2025

'Free trade zone between Europe, North America': After Trump's tariffs, Musk bats for transatlantic zero tariffs and labour flow

Elon Musk calls for a zero-tariff economic zone between the US and Europe at an event hosted by Italy's far-right League party, amidst escalating US tariffs on EU goods.