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19 Jul

US Launches Fresh Airstrikes on Iran Following Troop Deaths, Raising Fears of All-Out War

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAirstrikes, Iran Conflict, IRGC, Middle East crisis, Missile defense, Strait of Hormuz, United States

Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has launched a new wave of intense airstrikes against Iran following the killing of American service members in Jordan. The rapid escalation has pushed both nations closer to an all-out military conflict, effectively dismantling last month's interim ceasefire deal. As the violence intensifies, shipping traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz has ground to a near-total halt, raising global economic concerns. Meanwhile, retaliatory missile fire from Tehran toward Jordan has threatened to pull neighbouring Israel directly into the expanding regional warfare. The US military's Central Command confirmed that the latest aerial campaign specifically targeted…

19 Jul

US Expands Offensive Against Iran Following Fatal Attack on American Troops in Jordan

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The military confrontation between the United States and Iran intensified on Sunday as US forces carried out another series of airstrikes targeting locations linked to Iran, a day after two American soldiers were killed in an attack in Jordan. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the operation was launched under the direction of President Donald Trump. According to the military, the objective was to reduce Iran’s operational capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz and respond to attacks allegedly carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) against US personnel. The latest strikes reportedly focused on strategic…

18 Jul

Seventh Consecutive Night of US Strikes Deepens Iran Conflict; Tehran Signals Expanded Military Response

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, Tehran

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The confrontation between the United States and Iran intensified dramatically as American forces launched another round of airstrikes for the seventh consecutive night, prompting Tehran to warn that the conflict could spread beyond its borders if the attacks continue. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the latest operations were aimed at weakening Iran's military capabilities and reducing its ability to conduct offensive operations. While Washington maintained that its strikes targeted military infrastructure, Iranian officials accused the US of hitting civilian facilities, including transportation hubs and public infrastructure. Reacting sharply, senior Iranian military adviser Major General Mohsen…

17 Jul

Andy Burnham Set to Become British Prime Minister Following Starmer’s Resignation

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsAndy Burnham, British politics, Greater Manchester, Keir Starmer, Labour Party, Prime Minister

London (International News Desk): Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's 59th Prime Minister on Monday, capping off a remarkable political trajectory defined by strategic patience and calculated risks. The 56-year-old former Mayor of Greater Manchester enters 10 Downing Street following the abrupt resignation of Keir Starmer after just two years in office. Burnham's rapid ascent to the top of national politics comes only a month after he successfully returned to Parliament by winning a high-stakes special election in the Manchester-area district of Makerfield. Born in Liverpool and raised in a working-class Catholic family, Burnham transitioned from a career in…

16 Jul

40-Year-Old Hindu Temple in England Faces Uncertain Future After Council Sells Site to Islamic Group; Legal Battle Reaches High Court

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Peterborough (National Times Bureau): A decades-old Hindu temple in Peterborough, England, has become the centre of a significant legal dispute after the local council sold the building housing the temple to the United Kingdom Islamic Mission (UKIM), which intends to redevelop the site into a mosque and Islamic community centre. The temple, operated by the Bharat Hindu Samaj (BHS), has served the Hindu community in Peterborough for nearly 40 years and is regarded as an important religious, cultural, and social hub for local families. The organization has challenged the council’s decision in the High Court, arguing that the sale was…

15 Jul

Crimea Under Emergency as Fuel Shortages Deepen Amid Escalating Russia-Ukraine Conflict

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsCrimea emergency, fuel shortage, Russia Ukraine, Sevastopol crisis

Crimea (National Times Bureau): Russian-installed authorities in Crimea have declared a state of emergency across the peninsula and in Sevastopol amid worsening fuel shortages and growing pressure linked to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The emergency declaration was announced by Sergei Aksyonov, the Russia-appointed head of Crimea, who said the measure would remain in effect until the situation stabilizes. Sevastopol’s Russia-appointed governor Mikhail Razvozhayev also announced a citywide state of emergency, citing difficulties caused by disruptions to essential supplies. The move follows reports of fuel shortages across Crimea, with authorities taking steps to manage limited supplies. Officials have linked the shortages…

15 Jul

Plumbing Contractor Penalised After Worker Dies in Trench Collapse

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsCalgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A plumbing contracting company has been ordered to pay a total of $330,000 after a worker lost his life in a trench collapse at a construction site in Calgary, underscoring the importance of workplace safety compliance. According to court proceedings, Mr. Mike’s Plumbing Ltd. admitted guilt to one violation under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act for failing to ensure the safety of one of its employees. The company entered its guilty plea before the Calgary Court of Justice on July 13, while prosecutors withdrew ten additional charges linked to the case. The prosecution stemmed from…

15 Jul

US FBI Seeks Punjab-Origin Man in Global Organised Crime Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsFBI, Punjab, US

Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a public notice identifying Nitish Kaushal as a wanted individual in connection with an alleged international criminal syndicate believed to have operated across multiple countries. In a post shared by the agency, the FBI alleged that Kaushal is associated with a transnational organisation that reportedly began in Punjab, India, before expanding its activities to several overseas locations, including California in the United States. Investigators claim the network is suspected of involvement in a wide range of serious offences, including homicide, abduction, drug distribution, extortion, illegal arms trafficking, money laundering…

14 Jul

PM Narendra Modi’s Influence Dissuaded Vladimir Putin from Tactical Nuclear Threat, Says Polish Deputy Foreign Minister

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World Newsdefence cooperation, India Poland, Narendra Modi, nuclear weapons, Ukraine war, Vladimir Putin

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi played a pivotal role in dissuading Russian President Vladimir Putin from deploying tactical nuclear weapons during a critical juncture of the Ukraine conflict in late 2022, according to Poland's Deputy Foreign Minister Władysław Teofil Bartoszewski. Speaking at a joint press briefing following the India-Poland Joint Economic Commission meeting in New Delhi on Monday, Bartoszewski described the Indian leader as one of the very few global statesmen capable of exerting meaningful diplomatic pressure on the Russian President. He highlighted that New Delhi possesses unique leverage in international efforts to resolve the European conflict…

14 Jul

‘Everything Happened Within Minutes’: Vietnam Boat Crash Survivor Recalls Terrifying Moments Before Tragedy

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Chennai (Rajeev Sharma): A survivor of the Vietnam speedboat accident that claimed the lives of 15 Indian tourists has described the terrifying moments when a routine island transfer turned into a disaster within minutes. Nirmal Kumar, who returned to Chennai on July 13 night, said the boat overturned shortly after beginning its journey near Hon May Rut Ngoai off Phu Quoc Island. He recalled that a sudden, powerful wave caused the vessel to lose balance, leaving several passengers trapped inside. The speedboat was carrying 32 Indian tourists and four Vietnamese crew members when it capsized on July 11. While 16…