The U.S. launches 'Project Freedom' on May 4, 2026, deploying 15,000 troops to guide stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.
Read Full ArticleUK passes landmark Tobacco & Vapes Bill banning tobacco sales for those born after 2008, introducing a rolling age restriction to create a smoke-free generation.
India to host BRICS and Quad foreign ministers in May 2026, with Marco Rubio’s visit highlighting New Delhi’s pivotal role in global diplomacy and strategic balance.
Bangladesh seeks Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India after crimes against humanity conviction; India reviews request amid treaty, legal, and diplomatic considerations.
UN Security Council to vote on defensive measures in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions, balancing maritime security, global oil trade, and international law.
UK High Court rejects Nirav Modi’s plea to reopen extradition appeal, holding India’s assurances against interrogation comprehensive and reliable.
Ali Larijani’s assassination escalates Middle East tensions, raising legal questions on targeted killings and testing Iran’s political resilience.
Trump-Netanyahu Iran strikes reshape U.S. politics, spark legal debate on war powers, and complicate J.D. Vance’s path to 2028.
U.S. announces $10 million reward for information on Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and senior IRGC officials under the Rewards for Justice program.
Patiala House Court orders Shikhar Dhawan’s ex-wife Aesha Mukerji to refund ₹5.72 crore, holding Australian property settlement unenforceable in India.
Indian Embassy issues advisory in Mexico after cartel leader El Mencho’s death triggers violent reprisals across Jalisco and nearby regions.
Iran warns of unprecedented retaliation as U.S. threats over its nuclear program intensify, raising legal, diplomatic, and geopolitical concerns.
Israel formally recognizes Somaliland as an independent state, becoming the first UN member to do so, triggering major legal, geopolitical, and regional implications.
U.S. conducts a coordinated airstrike against ISIS in Nigeria after a formal request by Abuja, raising key legal, diplomatic and regional security implications.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives Ethiopia’s highest civilian honour, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia, marking a historic milestone in bilateral ties.
Supreme Court criticised SBI and banks for being lenient with big defaulters while subjecting small borrowers to borderline harassment.
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