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Indian vessel, others bypass Iran route via new Hormuz corridor: Report

The ships entered Omani waters near Ras Al Khaimah and moved past the Musandam Peninsula, before reappearing in open waters roughly 350 km off Muscat.

Iran releases images of downed US CH-47 Chinook, visuals show extensive damage | See pics

The downed jet has been identified as part of the 494th Fighter Squadron, based at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom.

Who is Rini Sampath? Tamil Nadu-born first South Asian woman in race to become Washington DC Mayor

Her campaign confirmed that more than 4,500 people signed her petition to qualify for the ballot.

Artemis II reaches halfway mark on journey to the moon, NASA shares update

Meanwhile, NASA also released the first stunning images of Earth captured by the crew of Artemis II as they journey toward the Moon.

Why New York is looking at leasing ‘hidden’ vaults under Brooklyn Bridge

An unusual proposal to monetise unused space highlights how cities are getting creative to plug budget gaps.

‘T-rex leather’ handbag to go under the hammer for Rs 6 crore, spotlighting a new kind of lab-grown luxury

Made using bioengineered material inspired by dinosaur collagen, the bag blends science, storytelling and high-end design.

When an AI bot wouldn’t stop saying goodbye: What really happened

A viral post about a chatbot typing “bye” endlessly highlights how unpredictable autonomous AI systems can be.

Why companies send layoff emails at 6 a.m. and what it says about modern workplaces

Early-morning terminations are less about timing and more about control, risk and managing fallout.

Is Bab el-Mandeb Strait next on Iran's target after Hormuz? Parliament speaker hints at blockade expansion

Bab el-Mandeb Strait is another of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints.

US, Iran scramble to locate missing pilot after American fighter jet downed in Iranian airspace

Tehran said its air defences destroyed an F-15 fighter operating in Iranian airspace, while U.S. media reported that one of the two crew members had been rescued by American special forces, with the second still unaccounted for.

Debris from intercepted Iranian projectile hits Oracle office in Dubai, no injuries reported

Iranian state media had, earlier this week, claimed that a strike targeted an Oracle data centre in Dubai. However, UAE authorities had swiftly rejected the claim.

US pilot missing in Iran: How US pilots survive, evade and await rescue in enemy territory

For such high-risk scenarios, the United States Air Force has developed an advanced survival system, a combination of technology, strategy and rigorous training designed to maximise a pilot’s chances of survival and rescue.

How the US rescues downed pilots: Inside the high-risk mission as Iran downs fighter jet

In wars like Iraq and Afghanistan, U.S. forces relied on coalition ground troops to secure areas and support rescues, an advantage largely missing in Iran.

Powerball lottery prize rises to $217 million for April 4 draw after no winner on Wednesday

Powerball jackpot climbs to $217 million for April 4 draw after no winner earlier. With fresh chances and rising stakes, will someone finally claim the prize this time?

'Eyes, eardrums could rupture': US Army's new grenade sets ground for combat shift as lethality takes new shape with shock waves

Troops can deploy it into enclosed spaces, where the resulting shock wave can incapacitate anyone inside, regardless of cover.

Iran releases footage showing downing of US A-10 ‘Warthog’ jet | Watch

As one of the US Air Force’s oldest and most recognisable aircraft, the A-10-- originally built for close air support -- represents both legacy and capability, making its loss particularly impactful

War profits? Trump sons' drone firm targets Gulf as Iran strikes intensify

The business expansion marks a broader shift for the Trump sons, who have increasingly diversified beyond traditional real estate holdings into sectors including cryptocurrency, prediction markets, and defense-related manufacturing.

'Let the world judge': Pezeshkian questions US sincerity after strike kills Iranian official's wife

In a statement shared on the social media platform X, the President revealed that the spouse of a high-ranking figure was killed during a recent strike

Pak's Khawaja Asif warns India: 'Next conflict won’t stay within 200-250 km, we will strike them inside their homes'

His remarks came after defence minister Rajnath Singh said any "misadventure" from India's neighbour, Pakistan, in the current situation would invite an "unprecedented and decisive" action

8 die, 1 child injured after house collapses as 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan

The earthquake, measured at a magnitude of 5.9, struck the Hindu Kush region earlier in the day, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said.

‘He knows he could be next’: Trump firings rattle Pentagon as Pete Hegseth faces ouster fears, Signalgate fallout

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a sweeping leadership shake-up amid the ongoing Iran conflict, including the resignation of Army Chief of Staff Randy George and the removal of other senior officials. The Pentagon has offered little explanation beyond saying it was “time for a leadership change.”

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon: Report

The finding suggests that Tehran could continue to throttle the strait to keep energy prices high as a means of pressuring U.S. President Donald Trump to find a quick off-ramp to the nearly five-week-long war that remains unpopular with U.S. voters.

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force

A meeting of the Council's 15 members was initially set for Friday, then rescheduled for Saturday. Several diplomats said it had now been postponed until next week, with no new date yet announced.

"Dilatory tactics": Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi move IHC seeking urgent hearing of appeals in corruption cases

The move, made on Friday, comes as the petitioners allege "inordinate delays" and "dilatory tactics" on the part of the prosecution

‘It’s war’ Trump says Iran jet downing won’t impact talks, no word on missing crew

Calling the situation “a war,” Trump told NBC News the incident would not impact talks. “No, not at all. No, it’s war,” he said.

Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz

Iran initially shut the Strait - a route for about a fifth of global oil and LNG flows - after U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran at the end of February led to a widening conflict. Later, it said it would permit transits by ships with no U.S. or Israeli links.

Hours after Trump fired Pam Bondi, her portrait found in trash at DOJ

Photos circulating online showed Bondi’s official portrait removed from the wall and placed inside a trash bin, a moment that, according to current and former officials, reflected deep dissatisfaction among career staff.

US A-10 Warthog crashes near Strait of Hormuz, pilot rescued: Report

The incident involved an A-10 Warthog operating near the Strait of Hormuz, though officials have not disclosed the exact cause or location of the crash.

Iran snubs US talks, Pakistan-led ceasefire push collapses: Report

Iran has conveyed to mediators that it is unwilling to meet US officials in Islamabad in the coming days, the report said, adding that it also considers the US proposals unacceptable.

Russian Su‑30 fighter crashes on training flight in Crimea: Report

The aircraft was flying without weapons when it came down, the ministry said, adding that a ground search-and-rescue team evacuated the pilots and that their lives were not in danger.

Federal judge upholds ruling shielding Fed chair Jerome Powell from subpoenas

A US judge has upheld his ruling blocking subpoenas in the criminal investigation of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, potentially delaying Trump’s efforts to install a new Fed head.

Aboard Artemis II, Christina Koch makes history 4 lakh km away from Earth

Aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission, astronaut Christina Koch has etched her name into history, becoming the farthest any woman has ever travelled from Earth.

Pentagon budget seeks 85 Lockheed F-35s in boost to program

The Pentagon’s base budget requests about $260 billion for procurement and about $220 billion for research, development, testing and evaluation accounts, compared with $205 billion and $179 billion respectively for this fiscal year’s request, according to OMB.

F-15E or F-35? The mystery behind downed US jet in Iran and why it could be a game-changer

If an F-35 has indeed been shot down, it would mark a potentially historic breach of one of the most advanced stealth systems in modern warfare.

Pakistan FM Ishaq Dar discusses 5-point peace plan to end West Asia conflict with Saudi counterpart

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, also the Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan, called the Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia on the phone to discuss the regional situation, according to a statement by the Foreign Office.

NASA releases breathtaking photos of Earth as Artemis II heads toward the Moon | See pics

The Artemis II mission has sent back the first high-resolution images of Earth from Orion, offering a rare and detailed view of our planet as astronauts journey toward the Moon.

‘Regime change’: Iran mocks US over Pentagon shake‑up as Trump, Hegseth oust top generals

Iran mocks US over Pentagon shake-up and condemns Trump’s threat to push Iran “back to the Stone Age” as a “massive war crime.”

Macron rallies allies against US and China dominance: ‘Not vassals of two hegemonic powers’

“Our objective is not to be the vassals of two hegemonic powers,” he told students in Seoul. “We don’t want to depend on the dominance, let’s say on China, or we don’t want to be too much exposed to the unpredictability of the US.”

Photos | NASA shares striking Earth images from Artemis II Orion capsule during moon mission

The images, posted on the agency’s official X account, present a rare vantage point -- our planet viewed in its entirety through the capsule window as astronauts continue their path toward the Moon.

US allies work on Plan B for Hormuz Strait if Trump walks away

Attendees fear that Trump will wind up his operation in Iran without a plan to reopen the waterway, leaving it to them to deal with the fallout

From lifeline to liability: Pakistan decides to repay $3.5 billion to UAE as ties worsen amid Islamabad's Iran tilt

Islamabad has decided to return $3.5 billion in debt to the UAE this month, a move that underscores both financial pressure and shifting dynamics in its relationship with Abu Dhabi.

Russia offers increased crude oil and gas supply to India amid West Asia crisis, market volatility

The outreach comes at a time when the ongoing crisis in West Asia has unsettled global oil and gas markets, particularly due to supply disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz.

Rare SAT-1 disease strain enters China for first time, triggers cattle culling and border crackdown

Authorities said the disease likely entered through China’s northwestern borders, which connect to countries including Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia.

Trump coins new term for JD Vance 'fraud czar': What the title signifies?

President Donald Trump announced that Vice President JD Vance will lead a national task force focusing on fraud in primarily Democratic states, with raids already underway in Los Angeles.

Trump turns to ally Todd Blanche to steer DOJ through fresh tumult

Trump announced Thursday that he’d ousted Bondi as the nation’s chief law enforcement officer following several high-profile stumbles in her efforts to carry out his agenda.

Aerial interception in Abu Dhabi leaves 5 Indians among 12 injured as Iran issues retaliation warning

In a statement shared on social media, the Abu Dhabi Media Office reiterated that the injuries occurred due to shrapnel descending after interception.

'Govt dropped a petrol bomb on us': Pakistanis reel as rising fuel prices push households to the brink

As protests grow and inflation fears mount, the government’s mix of price hikes, temporary relief measures, and austerity steps is raising serious questions about its ability to manage the crisis.

‘Capture pilot alive, receive reward’: Iranian media says US jet downed, bounty announced, US confirms crew missing

Iranian authorities search for US fighter pilot after jet downed, bounty offered, as US media confirms crew missing.

Bangladesh FM’s India visit to set stage for PM Tarique Rahman’s trip: Big reset in ties on the horizon?

At a time of global uncertainty driven by the West Asia conflict and supply disruptions, this engagement signals a renewed push to strengthen the Dhaka-Delhi axis as a pillar of regional stability.