Marble deals, social posts & Maduro’s capture: A Trump holiday like no other
President Trump concluded his Florida holiday with a surprise military raid in Venezuela, capturing President Maduro. This dramatic operation unfolded amidst a schedule filled with personal pursuits, including inspecting marble for a White House ballroom and attending social events. The swift action, planned during his break, highlights a stark contrast between his public and private … Read more
‘Safety concerns’: What Bangladesh said on not touring India for T20 World Cup
The matter was discussed following Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman’s exit from the Indian Premier League (IPL). BCB directors had earlier held an online meeting on Saturday night to deliberate on the issue.
‘Rectify the glitches, or …’: CM Mamata writes to CEC; urges to stop ‘unplanned’ Bengal SIR
Mamata Banerjee called the exercise “unplanned, arbitrary and adhoc” and urged the poll body chief to stop the SIR if glitches remain unattainted. In November last year, describing the ongoing SIR in West Bengal as “unplanned, chaotic, and dangerous,” Mamata Banerjee said that the situation had reached an “alarming stage” following the deaths of multiple … Read more
CIA in Caracas, spy near ‘rotating’ Maduro: The planning behind ‘flawless’ op Absolute Resolve
US special forces, after months of intelligence gathering and rehearsals, executed a pre-dawn raid to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The operation, named ‘Absolute Resolve,’ involved a covert CIA entry, drone surveillance, and detailed military planning, culminating in Maduro’s extraction to the United States to face drug trafficking charges.
US grip on Venezuelan oil could help India recover $1bn dues, revive stalled output
A US-led takeover of Venezuela’s oil sector could significantly benefit India, potentially recovering nearly $1 billion in long-pending payments and reviving crude production from fields operated by Indian firms. With US sanctions eased, ONGC Videsh Ltd could restart operations at the San Cristobal oilfield, boosting output and allowing for the recovery of dues.
Delhi blast: Probe unveils how terrorists spoke to Pak handlers – What’s ‘ghost’ SIM card?
The “white-collar” terror module began to unravel on the intervening night of October 18-19, 2025, when posters of the banned Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) appeared on walls outside Srinagar city, warning of attacks on police and security forces in the Valley. A large cache of arms and ammunition, including 2,900 kg of ammonium nitrate, potassium nitrate and … Read more
Trump says US to ‘run’ Venezuela, tap its crude: Why it won’t matter for India’s oil bill
US President Donald Trump has said America is taking temporary control of Venezuela, aiming to tap its vast oil reserves. Despite holding the world’s largest crude reserves, Venezuela’s oil output is unlikely to see a significant boost for years due to political instability and decaying infrastructure. India’s exposure remains minimal due to low trade and … Read more
Mustafizur row: ‘No fault of Shah Rukh’ – 1983 WC hero backs KKR co-owner
The former World Cup winner said Shah Rukh Khan should not be linked to the matter and pointed out that team selection is handled by the franchise’s cricket management.
‘Dragged out of their bedroom’: New details on how US captured Maduro, his wife – where are they now
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were captured in a swift US military raid on their Caracas residence. Elite Delta Force and FBI agents conducted the operation, seizing the couple without resistance. President Trump confirmed their US custody, with charges of narco-terrorism expected in New York.