How Pete Hegseth is destroying the Pentagon: Critics cite leadership purges, falling morale, and loyalty-driven decisionsUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces intense scrutiny over allegations of damaging military morale and sidelining expertise. Critics cla...
01 Jul, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
On This Day in History, July 1: Terminator 2 premiers, Dominion of Canada is formed, Bretton Woods Conference opens, Hong Kong returns to China, Sony Walkman debuts, Princess Diana is born and other key eventsOn This Day in History, July 1 marks a date shaped by major military campaigns, nation-building, scientific breakthroughs and cultural mile...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Two NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) militants surrender in Arunachal PradeshIn a significant development for peace in Arunachal Pradesh, two militants from the NSCN-K (Nikki Sumi) faction surrendered to Assam Rifles...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.34 PM IST
Zulu Proverb of the Day: 'Imvu ibulala indhlovu' - 'A sheep kills an elephant'Zulu Proverb of the Day: A Zulu proverb, "Imvu ibulala indhlovu," meaning "A sheep kills an elephant," powerfully illustrates that strength...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
The US is getting something right — in LebanonPeace talks with Iran are a complex process to define the post-conflict regional balance. While Iran seeks to leverage its control over the...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
Quote of the Day Lao Tzu: ‘Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much…’ Chinese philosopher on balance and patience in leadershipAncient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu's wisdom on leadership, particularly his "small fish" analogy, highlights the perils of over-interferen...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
IAF cohorts propose aerospace battle innovation hub for multi-domain operationsIndian Air Force strategists have proposed a National Aerospace Battle Innovation Hub to design, test, and refine force structures for mult...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.09 PM IST
Why do people say ‘God bless you’ when they sneeze? The psychology, science, history behind the strange habitSneeze Psychology: The common reflex to say "God bless you" after a sneeze stems from ancient beliefs about souls leaving the body and fear...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
BK Hariprasad demands Rajnath Singh's resignation, says accountability cannot be avoided for "misleading" Parliament on Op SindoorKarnataka Congress chief BK Hariprasad has demanded Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's resignation, citing a "serious contradiction" regardin...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
As BJP tables Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal, rival TMC camps brace for battle on the same sideWest Bengal's Assembly is set for a political showdown as the BJP government introduces the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The debate will ...
28 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Sheikh Hasina says she will return to Bangladesh this year, criticises current governmentExiled former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina plans to return this year, asserting her fight is for the people's political rights a...
28 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
Sridhar Vembu on why Chennai and Bengaluru land prices rival New YorkZoho founder Sridhar Vembu blames corruption for soaring land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, comparing them to New Yor...
28 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
Vaiko's MDMK snaps ties with DMK-led SPA, cites bid to prop up AIADMK govtThe MDMK, led by Vaiko, has severed ties with the DMK-led Secular Progressive Alliance, accusing its long-time ally of attempting to instal...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
China strips generals, ex-financial regulator, politburo member of lawmaker postsChina's top legislative body has removed six military lawmakers, including a key figure in the space program, and a former financial regula...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Russian hawks urge Putin to escalate war, drop US talks as Ukraine strikes deepAmidst escalating Ukrainian drone attacks, Russian hardliners are pressuring President Putin to abandon diplomacy and intensify the conflic...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
US Army Europe commander Donahue to step down on July 2 on diferences with HegsethGeneral Christopher Donahue, a highly respected figure leading U.S. Army forces in Europe and Africa, is stepping down on July 2. His depar...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.09 AM IST
Quote of the day by French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre: 'Life begins on the other side of despair. Life is nothing until it is lived...' ; lessons on treating failures as learning lessons from Nobel-prize winning scholarLife's true meaning emerges beyond despair, as philosopher Jean Paul Sartre famously stated. He believed we craft our own purpose through c...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST