North Korea welcomed 2025 with vibrant celebrations featuring fireworks, ice dancing, and musical performances in Pyongyang. Kim Jong Un and his daughter, Ju Ae, were seen attending the event alongside senior officials, including Kim Yo Jong and Russian Ambassador Alexander Matsegora. While no speech was delivered by Kim, state media emphasized his focus on strengthening ties with Russia. In a letter to President Vladimir Putin, Kim pledged to enhance their strategic partnership. The event highlighted North Korea’s cultural displays and leadership presence, marking the new year with grandeur.
Dramatic scenes unfolded during Enforcement Directorate raids across Punjab and Chandigarh as officials searched multiple properties linked to an alleged land and licencing fraud case on Thursday. In Mohali’s Chajju Majra area near Kharar, panic erupted inside a residential society after two bags, allegedly packed with cash, were reportedly hurled from a ninth-floor flat while ED teams conducted searches upstairs.
In an exclusive interview with India Today, Iranian scholar Prof. Seyed Mohammad Marandi talked about the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, the Strait of Hormuz crisis and more.
West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari's personal assistant was shot dead in Madhyamgram, North 24 Parganas, amid ongoing post-poll violence in West Bengal.
The post-election political landscape in Tamil Nadu remains uncertain as the TVK falls short of a clear majority, securing only one hundred and seven seats.
