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A new audio clip purportedly showing the most wanted terrorist, Maulana Masood Azhar, has surfaced online. In the unverified audio clip, Masood Azhar, JeM head, boasts of commanding 1000s of suicide bombers. In the viral clip, Masood is heard saying that 1000s of suicide bombers are waiting for his "go". In the recording, Azhar is heard saying that more than a thousand suicide bombers are pressing him to allow them to attack India. He also claimed that these individuals are highly motivated to carry out attacks on India. Azhar has been making inflammatory statements against India for years. Azhar is accused of masterminding several major attacks, including the 2001 Parliament attack and the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The date and authenticity of the audio recording could not be independently verified.
President Donald Trump said on Sunday he is weighing a range of responses to escalating unrest in Iran. Trump said his administration & US army are considering possible military options as protests continue to roil Iran. Trump said that a meeting is being set up with Iran 's administration, however, US may have to act before it, he added. Trump’s latest threat came as Iranian leaders issued a stark warning against military intervention. Reports suggest that over 500 people have been killed and thousands have been injured in the violet protests that started on Dec 28.
US President Donald Trump recently shared an image showing himself as the 'acting President of Venezuela '. Trump shared the image amid rising global tensions following the US raid in Venezuela on Jan 3. During the raid, US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and charged them with drug trafficking. The current Venezuelan govt, backed by the US, has slammed Trump, claiming that the drill was all about oil. Trump took to the social media platform TRUTH and posted the picture of what seemed to be an edited Wikipedia page. The edited page showed Trump as the incumbent President of Venezuela as of Jan 2026. US raided Venezuela on Jan 3 and captured President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. Following the capture of Maduro, Trump said that US will run Venezuela until a proper and safer govt is ensured. Despite Trump 's claims, Venezuelan Supreme Court appointed Delcy Rodriguez as the interim president. After becoming the interim...
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has escalated the political and legal standoff in West Bengal by approaching the Supreme Court for an urgent hearing in the alleged I-PAC coal scam case. The central probe agency filed an Article 32 petition, contending that its investigation into the matter was obstructed by the West Bengal government, led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The EDs plea claims that its fundamental right to conduct a fair and independent investigation has been curtailed by state machinery. It has further sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the alleged obstruction incidents. In response, the West Bengal government had previously filed a caveat in the Supreme Court, urging that no one-sided decision be made without hearing their side. The state government has also filed two First Information Reports (FIRs) against ED officials, one alleging document theft during raids and another citing harassment.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has begun his first official visit to India, marking his maiden bilateral trip outside NATO and the European Union. This visit is seen as a strong indication of Indias growing importance in Germanys foreign policy. During his two-day itinerary, Chancellor Merz is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad and visit the Sabarmati Ashram, a gesture noted for its warmth. He will also travel to Bengaluru to visit the Indian Institute of Science and the campus of German engineering major Bosch. The agenda is comprehensive, covering discussions on trade, defence, technology, supply chains, education, and skilling, alongside key geopolitical issues such as the war in Ukraine. Merz is accompanied by a large business delegation comprising executives from 25 German companies. Economic ties are a major focus, with India-Germany trade exceeding £50 billion last year, supported by over 2,000 German companies operating in India and 750 Indian firms...
India has moved to tighten its grip on cryptocurrency trading, with the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) under the Finance Ministry rolling out stringent new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) norms for crypto exchanges operating within the country. These updated guidelines aim to enhance security and combat illicit financial activities. Under the revised framework, users are now required to complete a live selfie verification featuring liveness detection, specifically designed to prevent the use of static images and deepfakes. Crypto exchanges must also implement geo-tagging during user onboarding, recording latitude, longitude, IP address, and timestamps. Mandatory penny-drop verification for bank accounts has been introduced, alongside the submission of a Permanent Account Number (PAN) and a secondary government identification such as Aadhaar, a passport, or a voter ID. Email and mobile One-Time Password (OTP) verifications are also compulsory. The FIU has...
MCD 's pre-dawn demolition drive in Old Delhi near Faiz-e-Ilahi mosque turned violent on Wednesday. Tension flared in Old Delhi after a group of miscreants attempted to break police barricades put up during the drive. Several protesters even resorted to stone pelting during a demolition drive near Turkman Gate. Delhi Police said the situation arose when MCD teams began removing encroachments close to a mosque in Old Delhi. To control the escalating situation, police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. MCD officials clarified that the mosque structure itself was not touched.
A significant diplomatic confrontation is unfolding in South America, stemming from remarks by US President Donald Trump and a defiant response from Colombian President Gustavo Petro. Following Trump 's suggestions that Colombia could face military action akin to a recent operation in Venezuela, President Petro directly challenged the US, stating, "come get me, Im waiting for you here." Petro, a former guerrilla fighter, warned that any military aggression would ignite widespread resistance, asserting that US bombing would transform farmers into guerrillas and that detaining him would unleash the "Jaguar of the people." He emphasised that while he abandoned weapons decades ago, he would take them up again for his countrys defence if compelled. Trump 's comments, which included labelling Colombias leadership as "sick" and suggesting a military operation "sounds good," have notably heightened regional tensions. Colombias Foreign Ministry has sought to de-escalate the...
Israel has given its approval for the rollout of 4G mobile services for Palestinians residing in the West Bank, marking a significant advancement in regional telecommunications. This long-awaited upgrade comes after years of delays, partly attributed to the conflict in Gaza. The decision stems from management agreements signed by Palestinian mobile operators Jawwal and Ooredoo, in collaboration with Swedish technology firm Ericsson. These agreements received clearance from Israeli authorities, paving the way for the implementation of fourth-generation cell phone services in the West Bank. The Israeli Communications Ministry anticipates that the full transition from 3G to 4G will take approximately four to six months before services become fully operational. However, this upgrade will not extend to the Gaza Strip, where mobile networks will continue to operate on the older, slower 2G service. This development is expected to significantly enhance connectivity and internet speeds for...
Hundreds of tourists find themselves unexpectedly stranded on the remote Yemeni island of Socotra following the halting of flights. This disruption stems from a deepening political rift between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), nations backing opposing groups in Yemens ongoing civil war. Approximately 600 visitors, who had flown to Socotra for its unique beauty, are now unable to depart. The crisis unfolded after the UAE withdrew its troops from Yemen last week under a deadline from Saudi Arabia, subsequently impacting air travel to the island. Italian tourist Tiziana Casanato voiced the frustrations of many, stating that while a short delay might be acceptable, the prolonged situation is causing significant problems, affecting their return to work and other commitments. Socotra, despite being a haven of tranquillity during mainland conflicts, is now at the centre of a geopolitical predicament affecting innocent travellers.
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