Tamil Nadu Verdict Takes a Twist: Vijay’s TVK Races Ahead in Early Trends

Chennai — In a dramatic turn of events in Tamil Nadu, actor-turned-politician Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has surged ahead in the early rounds of counting, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the Assembly elections.

Israel Launches Major Airstrikes on Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon

Jerusalem — The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said it carried out extensive strikes on positions linked to Hezbollah, hitting around 120 targets in southern Lebanon.

According to the IDF, the operation involved coordinated airstrikes on…

Trump Flags Risk to Global Oil Supply Amid Rising Tensions Near Hormuz

Washington — Donald Trump has warned of possible disruptions to global oil supplies, citing mounting tensions and heavy naval activity around the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz.

Speaking at an event in Palm Beach, Trump pointed…

Calm Prevails in Bengal Re-Polling; Over 16% Voter Turnout in Early Hours

Kolkata — Re-polling across 15 booths in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district has remained peaceful so far, with voters turning out steadily in the early hours of Saturday.

Polling began at 7 a.m. under tight security, with…

Rs. 895 Crore Boost for Railways: Centre Approves Metro Upgrades and Bridge Safety Projects

New Delhi: The Centre has approved railway infrastructure projects worth ?895.30 crore, focusing on improving metro capacity and strengthening critical bridge infrastructure, according to the Ministry of Railways.

A major portion of the investment—?671.72…

Strict action promised against disruptions as Bengal gears up for vote counting

Ahead of the West Bengal Assembly election results, the state’s Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal has warned that any disruption or negligence during vote counting will invite strict action.

Speaking about the preparations,…

US Says Iran Naval Blockade Still in Force as Tensions Simmer

Washington — The United States military has confirmed that its naval blockade targeting Iranian ports remains fully operational, with enforcement measures continuing across key maritime routes in West Asia.

In a statement shared on social…

Modi Hails Kalpakkam Reactor Criticality as Landmark Step in India’s Nuclear Program

New Delhi — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the achievement of criticality at India’s Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor in Kalpakkam as a “historic milestone” in the country’s nuclear energy journey.

North India scorched by heatwave; IMD issues warning as temperatures soar

New Delhi: Large parts of North and Central India are in the grip of a severe heatwave, with temperatures rising sharply above seasonal averages and triggering health concerns.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national…

No Re-Poll in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal After ECI Review of Poll Records

New Delhi — The Election Commission of India has confirmed that no re-poll will be held in either Tamil Nadu or West Bengal after completing a detailed scrutiny of voter registers and other election-day documents from the recent Assembly and…