The name Jeffrey Epstein sends shivers down many spines. He was a rich American financier who mixed with the world’s most powerful people. But behind his glamorous life lay a dark secret: he was accused of running a sex-trafficking ring that exploited young girls. The “Epstein files” – thousands of court documents, emails, and records…
Bangladesh is witnessing a renewed surge of political tension and insecurity following the shooting of Motaleb Sikder, a senior leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP), in the southwestern city of Khulna. The attack comes just days after the killing of prominent activist Sharif Osman Hadi, an incident that has already triggered widespread protests and…
A heated argument broke out in the US Congress after it was confirmed that the asylum of an Afghan national accused of killing a National Guard member was approved under the Trump administration’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The issue came up during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing on December 11, 2025, where DHS…
The 2025 Game Awards delivered one of its most surprising and heart-warming moments when British voice actress Maelle English won Best Performance for her role as Maelle in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Her victory did far more than add another trophy to her shelf—it captured the attention of the global gaming community and marked a…
Over the past few months, disturbing images and videos have spread across social media: groups of young Indian men, their hands and feet chained, being escorted onto large American military aircraft. Many look frightened, confused or heartbroken. Some try to speak to their families over last-minute video calls. For millions of people in India, these…
A group of activists from Myanmar is taking legal action against Telenor, a major Norwegian telecom company, in a Norwegian court. They claim Telenor shared private customer information with Myanmar’s military government, which took power in a coup on February 1, 2021. This data was allegedly used to track, arrest, torture, and even kill pro-democracy…
‘Arattai’ is a new ‘Made in India’ messaging app that is becoming popular quickly. People see it as a possible alternative to WhatsApp. It was made by Zoho Corporation in Chennai. The app launched in 2021, but in September 2025, with support from the Indian government and going viral on social media, it saw 100…
On October 4, 2025, US President Donald Trump had a tense phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The talk was about a peace plan for Gaza, a small area along the Mediterranean Sea where a long war has caused huge suffering. Trump was pushing hard for a deal to end the fighting, free…
Cryptocurrency, a digital or virtual form of currency that relies on cryptography for security, has transformed the global financial landscape since its inception. Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments, cryptocurrencies operate on decentralized networks, typically leveraging blockchain technology. This article traces the history, evolution, and impact of cryptocurrencies from their origins to 2025, exploring key…
Zohran Kwame Mamdani has become one of the most talked-about political figures in the United States, representing a new generation of leaders who challenge the boundaries of race, religion, and ideology in American public life. Born to a family of intellectual and artistic distinction, Mamdani’s journey from a Ugandan-born immigrant to a major political figure…
Zohran Mamdani’s remarkable rise in New York City’s mayoral race has made him a national figure—admired by many for breaking barriers, but also targeted by a wave of Islamophobic attacks. As the Democratic nominee and a leading contender for November’s election, Mamdani stands on the verge of becoming the city’s first Muslim mayor, a milestone…
An international convoy of civilian boats — the Global Sumud Flotilla — aimed to deliver symbolic humanitarian aid to Gaza in late August–October 2025. Between 1 and 3 October, the Israeli navy intercepted almost all of the vessels in international waters and took hundreds of activists into custody. Within days, deported activists began giving vivid…
In the world of global trade, tariffs are like taxes on goods crossing borders. They make imports more expensive, often to protect local industries or as a way to push other countries into changing their behaviour. Right now, in September 2025, the tariffs that the United States imposes on imports from India have become a…
In a horrifying incident that has sent shockwaves through the UK and beyond, a young British-born Sikh woman in her 20s was subjected to a brutal rape and racial abuse in Oldbury, West Midlands. The attack, which occurred on the morning of September 9, 2025, is being investigated as a racially aggravated hate crime by…
Dhaka University, Bangladesh’s oldest and most influential academic institution, has long been considered the cradle of the country’s politics. Its student union elections often set the tone for wider national trends. In a historic turn, Jamaat-e-Islami’s student wing, Islami Chhatra Shibir, has secured a sweeping victory — the first time since Bangladesh’s independence in 1971…
In a remarkable display of academic brilliance and cultural inclusivity, 15-year-old Sikh student Onkar Singh has emerged as the topper of the 2025 9th Class examinations conducted by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Lahore. Scoring 554 out of 555 marks, Onkar not only achieved near-perfect results across all subjects but also distinguished…
Israel conducted an airstrike targeting senior Hamas leadership in Doha, Qatar, marking the first known Israeli military strike against the group in the Gulf nation. The attack, described as a “precise strike” by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Shin Bet, aimed at top Hamas officials, including Khalil al-Hayya, a key negotiator and exiled Gaza…
As American-based platforms, YouTube and Facebook dominate the digital landscape, serving as critical hubs for entertainment, social interaction, news, and commerce. Their prominence is reflected in their massive search volumes, with YouTube leading as the most searched keyword in the United States and Facebook holding strong as a top navigational query. This article explores how…
The relationship between the United States and India has often been described as one of the most important partnerships in the modern world. Both countries are powerful democracies, major economies, and share many common interests. However, trade has always been a sticking point, with frequent disputes over tariffs, access to markets, and fair treatment of…
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed speculations about a 75-year age limit for retirement, particularly regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who turns 75 in September 2025. Speaking at the “100 Years Journey of Sangh – New Horizon” event in New Delhi on August 28, 2025, Bhagwat clarified that he never stated he or…