Suvendu Adhikari Becomes West Bengal's First BJP Chief Minister | UAE Minister: Strait of Hormuz Closure is Economic Terrorism Impacting India | European Ministers Call for Tax on Energy Company Windfall Profits Amid Iran War Price Surge | Iran’s Ex-Foreign Minister Kharazi ‘Gravely Wounded’ in Attack | European Stocks Fall as Trump Extends Iran Strike Hiatus and G7 Ministers Meet | Anne Burrell's Death: Medics Didn't Administer Narcan | Spanish Prime Minister Condemns War on Iran as Breach of International Law | CDL Tests to be Administered in English Only | Suvendu Adhikari Becomes West Bengal's First BJP Chief Minister | UAE Minister: Strait of Hormuz Closure is Economic Terrorism Impacting India | European Ministers Call for Tax on Energy Company Windfall Profits Amid Iran War Price Surge | Iran’s Ex-Foreign Minister Kharazi ‘Gravely Wounded’ in Attack | European Stocks Fall as Trump Extends Iran Strike Hiatus and G7 Ministers Meet | Anne Burrell's Death: Medics Didn't Administer Narcan | Spanish Prime Minister Condemns War on Iran as Breach of International Law | CDL Tests to be Administered in English Only
Suvendu Adhikari has been sworn in as West Bengal's first Chief Minister from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), marking a significant turning point in the state's political history. This follows the BJP's decisive victory in the 2026 Assemb...
From trusted aide to biggest rival: Suvendu Adhikari set to become West Bengal chief minister
Saeed Al Hajeri, UAE Minister of State, highlights the severe consequences of the Strait of Hormuz closure, terming it economic terrorism with significant repercussions for India's economy and energy security. This comes amid ongoing tensio...
UAE official: More than 90% of Iranian targets were civilian infrastructure
Finance ministers from Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Austria are pushing the European Union to implement a bloc-wide windfall tax on energy companies. This action comes in response to concerns that the war in Iran is driving up oil a...
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Former Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharazi has been gravely wounded in an attack on his home in Tehran, amidst escalating tensions and continued US-Israeli strikes on Iran. The incident has raised concerns about further instability in th...
Iran’s ex-foreign minister Kharazi ‘gravely wounded’ in attack on his home
European stocks experienced a sell-off as investors reacted to President Trump's decision to extend the pause on military strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure. This development occurred amidst ongoing uncertainties surrounding Middl...
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New details have emerged regarding the death of Food Network star Anne Burrell, who passed away in June 2025. Reports indicate that paramedics did not administer Narcan at the scene because she was already deceased upon their arrival.
Food Network Star Anne Burrell Was Not Given Narcan to Revive Her, Report Says
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has publicly condemned the US-Israel war on Iran, citing it as a breach of international law. This places him as one of the few Western leaders to openly denounce the attacks.
Spain Denies U.S. Military Use of Its Bases for Iran Attack
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that all Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) tests will now be administered exclusively in English. This decision, revealed at a press conference by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and...
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A heated debate in Turkey's parliament turned physical after the appointment of Akın Gürlek, a controversial figure, as the new Justice Minister. The incident has sparked outrage and accusations of fascism from President Erdoğan.
Brawl erupts in Turkey's parliament over justice minister appointment in cabinet reshuffle
The Israeli High Court of Justice has ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to explain his reasons for not dismissing National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. This order comes amid claims that Ben-Gvir has violated agreements regardi...
High Court orders Netanyahu to explain why he hasn’t fired Ben Gvir
China's Emergency Management Minister, Wang Xiangxi, is under investigation for alleged serious violations of discipline and law. This marks a notable event in Chinese politics, raising questions about government oversight and accountabilit...
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is calling for increased measures against Russia's "shadow fleet," a network of tankers used to bypass sanctions on oil sales. This comes as bad weather delayed his planned visits to Latvia and Sweden...
German minister demands crackdown on Russian shadow fleet
Lee Hae-chan, former Prime Minister of South Korea, passed away on January 25, 2026, while on a trip to Vietnam. His death has prompted widespread শোক and reflection on his contributions to Korean politics.
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu is facing mounting criticism as IndiGo, India’s largest airline, experiences widespread flight cancellations and operational disruptions. The crisis has stranded thousands of passengers and drawn scru...
In cockpit of crisis-hit ministry, Naidu facing high pressure gauge reading
Paschal Donohoe, the Irish Finance Minister, is set to resign from his government position to take on a significant role at the World Bank in Washington DC. This move marks a shift from domestic politics to a major international stage.
Ukraine is facing a significant government crisis as a major corruption scandal unfolds within the state-owned nuclear power company, Energoatom. This comes at a critical time as the country grapples with renewed Russian attacks on its ener...
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A recent incident in Indore, India, where two Australian women cricketers were inappropriately touched, has sparked controversy. A state minister's response has ignited a debate about victim blaming and safety protocols.
Indian minister accused of victim blaming after Australian cricketers' assault
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi strategically displayed a Ford F-150 to appeal to Donald Trump during his visit. This move underscores Japan's efforts to strengthen economic ties and navigate trade relations with the U.S.
Trump signs rare-earths agreement with Japan as leaders laud strong ties
Sanae Takaichi has been elected as Japan's first female prime minister, marking a significant moment in a country with low gender equality rankings. Takaichi, a conservative politician, draws inspiration from Margaret Thatcher and has a sur...
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Faced with increasing trade tensions and tariffs from the United States, Canada is shifting its economic strategy to reduce reliance on its southern neighbor. Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced an ambitious plan to double Canada's non...
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will double its non-US exports as Canadians can't rely on US