- Tuesday, June 17, 2025
PRIME MINISTER Narendra Modi on Monday said that a recent Indian top court ruling eliminating a controversial political funding mechanism could drive party donations underground into “black money,” or illicit finance streams. The Supreme Court of India ruled in February that “electoral bonds” — a system introduced seven years ago…
ACTOR Aamir Khan is the latest among a host of celebrities who have fallen victim to deepfake videos. Ahead of the national elections, a video of the veteran actor purportedly promoting a political party recently went viral, evoking reactions from the audience. On Tuesday, Aamir’s official spokesperson issued a statement,…
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday (16) raised India’s growth projection to 6.8 per cent from its January forecast of 6.5 per cent citing bullish domestic demand conditions and a rising working-age population. With this, India continues to be the fastest growing economy of the world, ahead of China’s…
The Olympic torch for the Paris 2024 Games was officially lit in ancient Olympia on Tuesday, initiating the final phase of the seven-year preparations for the Games, set to begin on July 26. Due to overcast weather, Greek actress Mary Mina, portraying the role of a high priestess, used a…
PAKISTAN would need two or three years to implement structural reforms prescribed by the IMF, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said, warning that the country would be looking for another bailout programme if it fails. The finance minister is currently in the US to attend the spring meetings of the…
India’s general elections are set to begin in just three days, on April 19. Spanning six weeks, this monumental electoral exercise will involve 968 million eligible voters, making it the largest democratic vote in the world. As the nation prepares for this massive process, the focus is on the logistical…
In an address to the parliament, prime minister Rishi Sunak strongly criticised Iran for launching an attack that sent 300 missiles and drones towards Israel, describing Iran as a nation “intent on creating disorder” in the Middle East. On Monday, he commended the Royal Air Force pilots who, in collaboration…
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Crystal Kung Minkoff has announced her exit from the show after three seasons. Confirming the same in an Instagram video, she said, “I just wanted to share the news that I will not be coming back to film Season 14 of Real Housewives…
FOR more than 5,000 years, Stonehenge has intrigued historians, archaeologists, and visitors alike. This ancient monument and burial site in southern England is known for its enigmatic stone circle, but its true purpose has remained a mystery. A very recent research suggests a possible connection between Stonehenge and the moon,…
PRIME MINISTER Rishi Sunak was met with vehement opposition to his proposal aimed at effectively prohibiting smoking for individuals aged 15 and under, as a fresh bill was introduced for a vote in the House of Commons on Tuesday (16). Sunak introduced the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to effectively ban…
