As 2026 begins, Ukrainians aren’t asking for prosperity or luxury—they’re pleading for one thing: an end to the ‘hell’ of war. From bomb shelters to refugee camps, their New Year wishes reveal raw humanity, resilience, and a desperate yearning for peace.
In a rare personal letter, Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia as a ‘leader of rare resolve’ while writing to her son Tarique Rahman. The gesture has ignited discussions about India’s evolving diplomatic stance and internal politics in Bangladesh.
Following the recent outbreak of violence in West Karbi Anglong, Assam’s opposition parties have submitted a memorandum to the Governor, demanding immediate rehabilitation for victims, protection of tribal land rights, and a high-level judicial probe—especially into alleged evidence tampering at a key official’s residence.
Sarfaraz Khan blasted a scorching 157 off just 75 balls as Mumbai posted a mammoth 444/8 to crush Goa by 87 runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. But beyond the scorecard, this innings poses a burning question for Indian selectors: How long can they ignore him?
In a sharp political exchange, BJP national president J.P. Nadda has slammed Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge for allegedly spreading ‘falsehoods’ about the Modi administration’s record on the economy, MGNREGA, and the environment—calling for introspection over misinformation.
A devastating fire at a Goa nightclub claimed 25 lives—but the real story is one of illegal construction on protected salt pans, lapsed licenses, and alleged collusion between officials and operators.