The Trump administration asserts the U.S. is not at war with Iran, despite approaching the War Powers Resolution’s 60-day deadline. House Speaker Mike Johnson echoed this, stating no congressional authorization is needed as active hostilities have ceased. This stance, however, faces challenges from Democrats who argue the deadline remains binding. US President Donald Trump’s administration…
The windfall tax was introduced to ensure that adequate domestic supplies of petroleum products remain available. (AI image) The windfall tax on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) has been lowered effective May 1, 2026. The excise duty on petrol and diesel sold in the domestic market will remain unchanged. The levy on…
Gianni Infantino. (AFP Photo) FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite recent geopolitical tensions involving Israel and the United States.The announcement came during Infantino’s address at the 76th FIFA Congress held in Vancouver, where he emphasized football’s role in promoting unity across a divided world….
NEET UG 2026 exam: NTA outlines permitted items and dress code rules NEET UG 2026: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released an advisory outlining dress code norms and permitted items for candidates appearing in the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG) 2026. The examination is scheduled to be conducted on May 3, 2026, across designated…
Ajith Kumar celebrates his birthday on May 1. The actor who is turning 55, remains one of the biggest names in Tamil cinema.Director Adhik Ravichandran extended birthday wishes to Ajith Kumar. He shared a picture from the sets of ‘Good Bad Ugly’ and an update regarding his next ‘AK64’. Adhik Ravichandran’s wish ‘GBU’ director wrote,…
United States federal prosecutors on Thursday released surveillance video showing the moment alleged would-be assassin Cole Tomas Allen – armed with guns and knives – tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and attempt to kill Donald Trump.In a video released by US attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro on X, Allen…
US President Donald Trump has signalled a possible reduction of American troop presence in Italy and Spain, sharply criticising both countries over their stance on the ongoing Iran war and widening a growing rift between Washington and its European allies.Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said he is actively considering scaling back deployments….
MUMBAI: Federal Bank said it agreed to acquire a select credit card portfolio of around 4.5 lakh cards from Standard Chartered Bank, India, comprising customers with standalone card relationships. The transaction will strengthen Federal Bank’s retail strategy with a sharper push in the non-co-branded segment. and provide access to a seasoned, high-quality customer base. The…
Rajat Patidar and Jason Holder (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: The IPL 2026 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium delivered plenty of excitement, but also controversy, as Gujarat Titans edged out a four-wicket win. The biggest talking point of the night was Rajat Patidar’s dismissal, caught by Jason…
The Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK) has released the admit cards for the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) 2026. Registered candidates can now download their Test Admission Ticket (TAT) from the official website.COMEDK UGET is a national-level entrance examination conducted for admission to around 150 private engineering colleges in Karnataka, offering…
