Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Trials Planned for Mid-2027, Service to Follow

UK-Israel spat gets ugly: Tel Aviv to close British consulate in Jerusalem

Trump and Putin Hold Hour-Long Phone Call Following US Envoy Visits to Moscow

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call described as 'extremely frank,' according to Kremlin spokesperson Yuri Ushakov. The conversation lasted approximately one hour. The call came after US envoys had recently visited Moscow for diplomatic discussions. The Kremlin spokesperson shared details of the call with reporters following its conclusion.

AfD's Strong German Election Result Raises Questions About Europe's Far-Right Shift

Germany's Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) recorded a significant electoral gain, prompting debate about the broader rise of far-right politics across Europe. The party's performance reflects growing voter frustration with mainstream political establishments that critics say dismiss public concerns on issues like immigration. Analysts are examining whether the AfD's result is part of a wider continental trend of electorates turning toward nationalist and anti-establishment parties. The outcome has reignited discussions about how European centrist parties respond to voter demands they have often labelled as xenophobic or nativist. The result raises fundamental questions about the gap between establishment politics and the concerns of ordinary voters across Europe.

Satya Niketan building collapse: MCD crackdown begins; 24 properties demolished