As the NEET-UG 2026 re-exam approaches, candidates report admit card download issues, refund confusion, and technical glitches on the NTA portal. Meanwhile, Ahmedabad police arrested two individuals for allegedly running a fraud network targeting NEET candidates.
As a US-Iran ceasefire agreement appears imminent, Gulf states are reassessing their security arrangements, questioning the effectiveness of the US security umbrella after recent Iranian attacks. The conflict has highlighted the need for regional solutions, potentially involving engagement with Iran and strengthening local defense industries.
European governments have rejected a suggestion by Russian President Vladimir Putin that former German chancellor Gerhard Schroeder could represent them in possible future talks with Moscow on the continent’s security. Putin said on Saturday he believed the war in Ukraine was coming to an end and that he would be willing to negotiate new security arrangements for Europe, with Schroeder as his preferred partner. But European Union foreign ministers, attending a meeting in Brussels on Monday,...
A gunman opened fire near the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, prompting a security reassessment. While the alleged attacker was stopped before reaching the venue where President Trump was speaking, the incident highlighted vulnerabilities.
Buckingham Palace confirmed King Charles III's state visit to the U.S. will proceed as planned despite security concerns following Saturday's shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. The King and Queen are scheduled to fly to the U.S. on Monday for the April 27-30 visit, which includes a White House banquet and address to Congress. The Palace stated the King is 'greatly relieved' that Trump and other dignitaries were unharmed, with British security services coordinating closely with U.S. counterparts.
Australia and Japan sign US$7 billion deal for 11 Mogami-class frigates, with first three delivered in 2029. The landmark agreement provides Canberra a strategic alternative to uncertain US defence ties while addressing navy shortfalls, analysts say.
