Gulf nations, facing depleted air defence stockpiles due to sustained air bombardment, are urgently seeking alternative weapons suppliers beyond the US. Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar are exploring options from South Korea, Ukraine, and Britain, driven by Iranian retaliatory attacks and US delivery delays. This diversification highlights global arms production strains and a shifting defence
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia following an invitation from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The trip occurs amidst a fragile ceasefire and follows talks that concluded without a formal agreement. Sharif’s delegation will discuss regional developments and financial cooperation, with Pakistan also deploying military forces to Saudi Arabia under a defense
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind an unparalleled musical legacy. Qawali singer Salman Zaman lauded her for introducing true versatility to Bollywood, effortlessly transitioning between genres. Her demise on April 12, 2026, after a brief illness, was confirmed by her son, with state honors planned for her
Former Australian cricketer Brett Lee fondly remembers his unique musical collaboration with the late Asha Bhosle, who passed away at 92. Their 2007 hit ‘You’re the One for Me’ blended cricket and music, showcasing Bhosle’s immense talent and remarkable humility. Lee cherishes their bond, highlighting her warmth and generosity, and believes her legacy will endure.
A woman has been arrested in Baghpat for allegedly coercing a police constable into religious conversion and marriage. The constable claims the accused pressured him to change his religion and marry her, threatening to frame him in a rape case if he refused. She is also accused of blackmail and forcing him into religious activities.
Aditya Dhar’s espionage masterpiece, ‘Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge’, continues its record-shattering journey at the box office. On day 26 (fourth Monday), the Ranveer Singh-starrer has officially amassed over Rs 1,084 crore India net, solidifying its status as the highest-grossing Hindi film in history. Despite the intense IPL 2026 season, the film’s strategic family-friendly edits and
The Court found that the allegations of dowry demand and cruelty were not supported by any material evidence. The Court pointed out that there is no use of criminal law in situations where unfounded accusations are raised, especially in family conflicts where one would wish to implicate more than two family members.
TCS CEO K Krithivasan dismisses predictions of India’s IT sector becoming obsolete by 2030, asserting that AI will amplify the need for IT services. He highlights the industry’s resilience due to deep skill sets, not just cost.
The US government has subpoenaed Reddit for the personal details of an anonymous user who posted criticism of ICE. This move, initiated by an ICE agent and escalated to a grand jury, has free speech advocates concerned about the administration’s efforts to identify online critics.
