Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Makes Surprise Visit to Puzhal Prison, Reviews Conditions

US Judge Declines to Block Trump's Birthright Citizenship Restriction Order

A US federal judge has refused to immediately block President Donald Trump's executive order limiting birthright citizenship. The judge, appointed by former Democratic President Joe Biden, cited a procedural reason for her decision. She noted that the plaintiffs' lawsuit made no mention of Trump's 2026 order, leaving her without grounds to halt its implementation. As a result, the order remains in effect for the time being while legal challenges continue.

Second excavation phase at Kashmir Buddhist site starts today

Haryanvi Singer Ankit Balyan Shot Dead Outside Gym in Shamli, Wife Demands Justice

Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was fatally shot on Wednesday evening while leaving a gym in the Kotwali area of Shamli, Uttar Pradesh. Four assailants travelling on two motorcycles opened fire on him in what appears to be a targeted attack. Balyan was immediately taken to a nearby community health centre, where doctors declared him dead. Following the killing, his wife has issued a four-day ultimatum to police, threatening self-immolation if action is not taken against those responsible.

CIA Director Made Secret Moscow Trip as Trump Seeks Ukraine War Diplomacy

CIA Director John Ratcliffe traveled secretly to Moscow as part of the Trump administration's efforts to find a new diplomatic path to ending the war in Ukraine. The mission was conducted covertly, with even senior US officials kept unaware of the visit. The trip signals Washington's push to reset strained relations with Russia amid ongoing hostilities. However, Moscow has continued to escalate its attacks in Ukraine while resisting US diplomatic overtures.