S. K. Vetriselvan

Donald Trump criticised Vladimir Putin for attacks on Ukrainian civilian areas, suggesting a change in approach through sanctions. This came after Trump's meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Rome, their first in-person encounter since February. Putin, meanwhile, expressed willingness for talks with Ukraine without preconditions during a meeting with a US envoy.

The announcement signals that the agreement to address bilateral differences peacefully is no longer being considered by Islamabad as a binding commitment

Following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, residents in the remote border villages of Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, are preparing their underground bunkers, locally known as "Modi bunkers." These bunkers, built during Prime Minister Modi's tenure to protect civilians from cross-border shelling, are being restocked with essentials.

A massive explosion at Rajaei port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, injured at least 280 people, sending a plume of smoke into the sky. The blast's cause remains unconfirmed, but it occurred at a port handling container shipments, oil tanks, and petrochemical facilities. The incident happened amidst ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States in Oman.

Hstorical record shows that Islamabad’s denials of complicity in cross-border terrorism almost always turn out to be at best economical with the truth. Take the bloodiest precedent: Mumbai, 2008

US Vice President JD Vance, accompanied by his family, recently visited the Taj Mahal during a four-day trip to India. Vance shared photos on X, with Elon Musk commenting on the monument's beauty. The family's visit included a warm welcome from Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister and stringent security measures along their route.

Amidst ongoing conflict, President Putin has expressed Russia's readiness for peace talks with Ukraine without preconditions, following remarks from Donald Trump. Simultaneously, Russia claims complete control over parts of the Kursk region, a statement Ukraine disputes, asserting continued defensive operations. Trump and Zelenskyy met at the Vatican, discussing potential ceasefire terms and expressing mutual interest in swift action towards peace.

Shubman Gill, the Indian and Gujarat Titans batter, has dismissed rumours about his relationships, labeling them as "ridiculous." In an interview, the 25-year-old clarified he's been single for over three years, attributing the gossip to his demanding cricketing schedule. Gill emphasised his focus on his career, stating that his time on the road leaves little room for relationships.