US Strikes Iranian Missile Launch Boats: ‘Self-Defense’ Claim Amid Rising Tensions Maria Petrova May 26, 2026 • Updated 12:47 PM World • Geopolitics The United States has carried out a military strike against Iranian missile launch boats in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global chokepoint for oil shipments, in what Tehran describes as an … Read more
In a tragic development that has deeply unsettled the local community in Kerala, India, the husband of a pregnant woman who died in a vehicle fire has succumbed to his injuries. The incident, which occurred in the Kozhikode district, has prompted an intensive investigation by local law enforcement as officials work to determine the circumstances … Read more
K.V. Thomas, the former Union Minister and veteran politician, has officially stepped down from his role as the Special Representative of the Kerala government in New Delhi. The resignation follows the recent transition of power in the state, with the United Democratic Front (UDF) government assuming office, effectively concluding the tenure of the previous administration … Read more
A recent meeting between Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leadership and prominent political strategist Prashant Kishor has ignited intense speculation regarding the party’s future organizational strategy and leadership direction. Sunetra Pawar, a key figure within the NCP and current Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, held discussions with Kishor in Mumbai on Monday, May 18, 2026, alongside … Read more
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has taken the unprecedented step of cancelling the 2026 National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), a decision that has sent shockwaves through the medical education sector and left millions of aspirants in a state of profound uncertainty. The cancellation follows confirmed reports of a question paper leak concerning the examination … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes diplomatic summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, a visit that comes at a critical juncture for global security and international trade. The meeting is being closely watched by world leaders as the United States seeks a diplomatic pathway to resolve the ongoing conflict in … Read more
India has issued a formal diplomatic protest to Iran after two Indian-flagged merchant vessels were fired upon in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking urgent high-level discussions regarding the safety of commercial shipping in one of the world’s most volatile waterways. The incident, which occurred north of Oman, prompted the Indian government to summon the Iranian … Read more
UAE School Holidays 2026: Extended Eid Break Could Create Rare ‘Double Festival’ Holiday for Expatriate Families Maria Petrova May 7, 2026 • Updated May 7, 2026 Sofia, Bulgaria Dubai, United Arab Emirates — Expatriate families in the UAE are celebrating an unexpected alignment of school holidays that could create a rare extended break this autumn, … Read more
Kerala Congress Unity Crisis: Jose K Mani’s Urgent Call for Defectors to Return Ahead of State Elections By Jonathan Reed | Editor, News | May 7, 2026 | London, UK In a dramatic escalation of Kerala’s political infighting, Jose K Mani, the leader of the Kerala Congress (M) faction, has issued an ultimatum to elected … Read more
An individual wearing a mask entered a jewellery shop in Kalpetta, Wayanad district, Kerala, and stole gold chains from the counter before fleeing on a motorcycle, according to multiple regional reports. The incident occurred at a fashion jewellery outlet near Chukkam Junction, where the suspect approached the shop under the pretense of examining bangles, then … Read more