As tensions across the Middle East continue to escalate, attention is gradually shifting beyond the Strait of Hormuz to another highly strategic maritime chokepoint -the Bab al-Mandab Strait.Iran, through its allies in Yemen, is considering this narrow sea passage as a possible pressure point against its adversaries, according to Iranian state-linked media outlet Tasnim. This…
Around 30 Indian nationals working illegally as commercial truck drivers in the United States have been arrested by US Border Patrol agents as part of a federal immigration enforcement drive dubbed Operation Checkmate. The individuals are expected to face deportation proceedings.According to a statement issued by US customs and border protection (CBP) on Monday, a…
DHAKA : Chants of “Joy Bangla”, a slogan of the 1971 Liberation War closely associated with Awami League, echoed in central Dhaka, as thousands gathered to pay their final respects to party veteran Tofail Ahmed on Monday, despite a ban on the Sheikh Hasina-led outfit. Tofail, an eight-time MP, former minister and one of the…
Hasan Piker, a popular online commentator and streamer, says he was not allowed to enter the United Kingdom just before several speaking events. He revealed that his permission to travel had been revoked prior to his departure. Thus, he was unable to make the trip to the UK at all. This information spread rapidly through…
Twitch streamer HasanAbi has claimed that the United Kingdom revoked his visa, preventing him from attending several planned events and appearances in the country. Speaking during a livestream, he criticized the decision and linked it to broader political issues. The controversy quickly gained attention online, with supporters and critics debating his claims while questions remain…
A viral video showing streamer Jack Doherty in handcuffs and being escorted to a police car has sparked widespread debate online. While some viewers were shocked, many social media users questioned the footage’s authenticity, calling it a staged stunt. The controversy comes weeks after Doherty claimed he had been placed under house arrest, adding more…
Baltimore City Council president was trolled for his Hindu wife and ‘HinJew’ family photo. Baltimore City Council president Zeke Cohen was trolled mercilessly after he posted a family photo, taking pride in his Hindu-Jewish family and calling it ‘HinJew’. Social media users commented that it is just an Indian-American family and their children are not…
Dave Fiji, an Indian-origin pilot with Delta Air Lines, was killed in a helicopter crash in Georgia, United States, hours after marrying his long-time partner, Jesni.The couple boarded a Robinson R66 helicopter following their wedding ceremony in Dawsonville on Friday night. The aircraft was scheduled to fly to DeKalb-Peachtree Airport as part of a post-wedding…
IShowSpeed has released a new football song called Champions ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and it is already getting a lot of attention online. While the song is not officially connected to FIFA, many fans believe it perfectly captures the excitement of the tournament. The music video quickly crossed half a million views…
US President Donald Trump on Monday said negotiations with Iran were continuing “at a rapid pace” despite fresh exchanges of fire that have tested the fragile ceasefire between the two sides.“Talks are continuing, at a rapid pace, with the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.The ceasefire, reached nearly two months ago after…