Ex-FBI director Robert Mueller, who led Trump-Russia probe as special counsel, dies at 81

Robert Mueller (File photo) Former FBI director Robert Mueller who led the high-stakes investigation into alleged ties between Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign and Russia, has died at the age of 81.“With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away last night,” his family said in a statement on Saturday, requesting privacy, reported…

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Omar Abdullah slams mosque closure on Eid, questions ‘normalcy’ claim | India News

SRINAGAR\JAMMU: J&K chief minister Omar Abdullah expressed grave concern Saturday over Eid prayers being blocked at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Mosque, terming it “regrettable” and questioning LG Manoj Sinha-led administration’s claims of “normality” in the Union territory.“Across J&K, Eid prayers were offered. But prayers were not allowed at Jamia Mosque. It exposes the administration that controls…

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100+ days, not a single H-1B slot: Indian-American community asks USCIS to stop using Indians as political tool

With no solution to the H-1B crisis in India triggered by the visa stamping delays, the Indian-American community voiced their concern and urged the USCIS to stop using Indian immigrants as a tool for political propaganda. Indian-origin investor and founder of the Indian-American Advocacy Council, Sidharth, said it has been more than 100 days thata…

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Chapter on Jinnah sparks row, Jammu University sets up probe committee | India News

JAMMU: The vice-chancellor of University of Jammu has constituted a high-level committee to examine the syllabus of political science postgraduate course after the inclusion of a chapter on political thought of Pakistan founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah snowballed into a major controversy.According to an order issued by the office of the dean of academic affairs, the…

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Pierre Poilievre shuts down Trump’s Canada 51st state joke on Joe Rogan show; says Alberta will never separate

Pierre Poilievre appeared on Joe Rogan show and refused to criticize Mark Carney on foreign soil. Canada’s Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre appeared on the latest episode of the Joe Rogan Podcast and spoke about tariff, Prime Minister Mark Carney, and conspiracy theories that former PM Justin Trudeau was Fidel Castro’s son. He also shot down…

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Meet Anant Yardi: Indian-origin billionaire alumnus donates $8 million to IIT Delhi | World News

In a significant act of giving back to his alma mater, Anant Yardi, an Indian-origin entrepreneur and graduate of Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, has pledged $8 million to the institute, matching an earlier contribution and taking his total donation to approximately $16 million. The funds will support artificial intelligence research and campus infrastructure development….

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‘Security of Cyprus fundamental to UK’: Keir Starmer says Cyprus bases won’t be used for Iran attacks

File photo: UK PM Keir Starmer (Picture credit: AP) Britain has assured Cyprus that its military bases on the island will not be used for offensive action in the Iran conflict, even as London strengthens protective measures around the Republic of Cyprus amid regional tensions.As per news agency Reuters, the assurance was conveyed during a…

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Power distribution companies in Delhi, Noida emerge top performers in govt survey | India News

NEW DELHI: Power distribution companies in Mumbai, Delhi and Noida emerged as the top performers in 2024-25 among all electricity utilities surveyed by the ministry of power.Adani Electricity Mumbai Limited (AEML), Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL) in the capital, and Noida Power Company Limited (NPCL) in Uttar Pradesh grabbed the top spots in the…

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