Gopinathan resigned from service in 2019 but the government has still not accepted his resignation. As long as an officer is part of the service, they cannot contest elections and or even join a political outfit.

Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sparked the world’s worst energy shock. Now, the entry of their Houthi allies raises fears over another maritime chokepoint — the Bab el-Mandeb.

Ahead of a possible attack on Cuba, the Trump administration has made it clear that its efforts seek to disengage the Cuban government, not private individuals.

The NYT report said, “It is unclear why Mr. Musk was on the call or whether he spoke”. It said Musk did not return multiple requests for comment and the White House declined to comment on Musk’s inclusion.

With the West Asia war and US tariffs already disrupting global trade, divisions within the WTO raise questions about the organisation’s future.

A scientist explained that the method produces high-quality embryos in a controlled laboratory environment. These “test-tube” offspring can help increase overall milk production. Here is how.

What does NASA intend to achieve with the lunar mission, and who are the other players with similar plans in the near future? Here’s what to know.

If a ground invasion in Iran were to happen, how might it unfold? Are such plans likely to enjoy support among the US public? And finally, what does it say about the state of war? We explain.

Considering the optics of the recently announced NATO withdrawal and the promised US withdrawal by September 2026, those harbouring pro-Iran sentiments foresee a chance for fresh dominance.

Trump has been sensitive to adverse movements in financial markets. Sometimes explicitly, he has responded with public comments and social media posts that appear designed to give stocks and bonds a jolt.

Ample food stocks and a bumper rabi crop is likely to keep food inflation in check for now. But the war’s impact, through broken fertiliser and pesticide supply chains, may be felt down the line

This measure is only expected to provide temporary relief and the directive has made banks uneasy, as it could result in mark-to-losses for them.

The Bill says that the proposed Pir Panjal and Chenab Valley divisions should be headquartered in Rajouri and Doda respectively. It also seeks creation of 16 new districts: eight each in Kashmir and Jammu divisions.

Every week, we recap highlights of the news from China. This edition covers the now-delayed Trump visit to China, the appointment of a new Indian ambassador to China and reports of China surveying the seas.

Israeli police said that all holy sites in Jerusalem, regardless of the faith, had been closed to worshippers in fear of Iranian strikes amidst its ongoing war with the US and Israel.

Spain's airspace ban on US military aircraft marks a sharp escalation in Madrid-Washington tensions, with the government citing violations of international law. But principle is not the government's only motivation.

Nearly four years ago, Russia seized Ukraine's Snake Island. In its disastrous experience are lessons for Trump and the plan to seize Iran's Kharg Island.

Bihar Nalanda Temple Stampede Latest News: According to the National Crime Records Bureau, nearly 4,000 stampede events have been recorded in India over the last three decades.

The legislation, which seeks to regulate gig and platform work and ensure protection of such gig workers, is similar to those passed by four other states: Karnataka, Rajasthan, Jharkhand, and Bihar.

The proposed amendment gives the Central government the power to appoint the designated authority who would control the funds and assets in case the FCRA certificate is cancelled, surrendered or ceased