'Take up the matter with Saudi urgently': Stalin asks PM Modi to intervene on cancellation of 'private Haj' quota
Thursday, 17 April 2025 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene with Saudi Arabia following the sudden cancellation of the Private Haj quota. This decision has caused distress among thousands of Indian Muslim pilgrims, including those from Tamil Nadu, who were preparing for the upcoming Haj.
Former President Donald Trump has officially ordered urgent tariff negotiations with India, Japan, and South Korea — a bold move signaling a massive shift in U.S. economic strategy. Acting South Korean President Han Duck-soo confirmed the directive following a direct call with Trump. With U.S....
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is actively seeking support for NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate, C P Radhakrishnan, by reaching out to key political figures.. IndiaTimes
Rahul Gandhi launched one of his fiercest attacks yet on the Modi government, accusing it of everything from “vote chori” (vote theft) to fostering a dictatorial regime. Gandhi also targeted the controversy surrounding Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, alleging his unexplained absence during a crucial session symbolized the erosion of democratic accountability.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the formulation of a strategy to combat cloudbursts and landslides, following recent deadly incidents in Uttarakhand and.. IndiaTimes
PM Modi has urged a mass campaign to expose Jawaharlal Nehru's alleged compromise of India's interests in the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan. Modi.. IndiaTimes
PM Modi endorsed NDA's vice-presidential candidate, CP Radhakrishnan, highlighting their long friendship and Radhakrishnan's dedication to public service. Modi.. IndiaTimes
Prime Minister Modi accepted President Xi Jinping's invitation to the SCO Summit in Tianjin, conveyed by Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Modi emphasized the importance.. IndiaTimes
In an unprecedented move, Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir prayed on the Temple Mount during Tisha B’Av, defying long-held protocols that prohibit overt Jewish prayer at the site. His actions sparked strong condemnation from the Palestinian Authority, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. Over 1,200 Jewish worshippers visited the contested holy site, intensifying tensions. Critics say this violated the status quo agreement. The Temple Mount, home to Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock, remains a core flashpoint in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Netanyahu insists policy “has not changed.”
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A terrifying incident unfolded at a Saudi amusement park when a high-speed ride snapped into two pieces mid-air, sending passengers crashing down in a horrifying scene caught on video. The shocking malfunction left at least 23 people injured, several critically, triggering widespread panic among onlookers. Authorities have launched an investigation into the safety lapses that led to the accident. This incident has reignited serious concerns about ride maintenance and oversight in amusement parks across the region.
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France and Saudi Arabia are spearheading a new diplomatic push for Palestinian statehood, co-hosting a UN summit on July 28 in New York. President Macron announced France will officially recognize Palestine in September, a move hailed as “game-changing.” Dozens of nations are expected to attend, though Israel and the U.S. will boycott. European momentum for recognition is building amid Gaza war fatigue. Analysts see the conference as a major challenge to Israeli annexation efforts and U.S.-led diplomacy.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has sidestepped a direct stance on the two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, saying, "I'm looking for getting people fed right now. I think that's the number one position." His remarks come as global focus intensifies on the long-stalled peace process. Meanwhile, dozens of foreign ministers are set to gather at the U.N. for a delayed high-level conference—hosted by France and Saudi Arabia—to advance the roadmap toward a two-state solution.
Both the U.S. and Israel have boycotted the summit, with Washington calling it “a gift to Hamas.” France is pushing for global recognition of a Palestinian state by September. As the war between Israel and Hamas continues into its 22nd month—with nearly 60,000 Palestinians killed—debates around peace, recognition, and security intensify. The conference seeks to balance Israel’s security concerns with the longstanding Palestinian demand for statehood.
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In a dramatic global twist, Russia has declared full support for Palestinian statehood, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reaffirming Moscow's long-standing commitment to a two-state solution. The statement comes on the heels of French President Emmanuel Macron’s bombshell announcement that France will recognize Palestine at the upcoming UN General Assembly in September — making it the first major Western power to do so. Russia, which adopted Palestine’s 1988 declaration of independence under the USSR, insists that peace in the Middle East hinges on UN Security Council resolutions and the establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state. Macron’s decision has enraged Israel and the U.S., with Netanyahu calling it a “reward for terror” and Secretary of State Marco Rubio labeling it “reckless.” Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and Spain have praised the move, calling it “historic.” Over 59,000 Palestinians have died in the ongoing Gaza war, intensifying the global demand for Palestinian recognition.
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The application process for Haj 2026 has concluded. Applicants are awaiting the Qurrah draw on August 13. The draw will be livestreamed on the Haj Committee of.. IndiaTimes
The Supreme Court is set to offer its opinion on the President's queries regarding the power to set timelines for governors and the President in assenting to.. IndiaTimes
The NDA's choice of C P Radhakrishnan for vice-president has placed DMK in a dilemma. While rejecting a Tamil Nadu native could be seen as disrespecting Tamil.. IndiaTimes
The Tamil Nadu Congress has announced a boycott of Governor R.N. Ravi's Independence Day tea party, citing his "anti-Tamil Nadu activities," including the.. IndiaTimes
The Supreme Court has requested responses from eight states, including UP and Maharashtra, regarding the alleged unauthorized detention of Muslim migrant workers.. IndiaTimes
Iran has issued a fierce denunciation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent remarks promoting the so-called “Greater Israel” project, branding it a “diabolical idea” rooted in fascist intent. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei accused Netanyahu of openly declaring his regime’s ambition to seize territory from Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria in a blatant violation of the UN Charter and international law.
Baghaei condemned the plan as a direct assault on regional sovereignty, warning it would impose occupation over Muslim nations and expand ongoing atrocities in Palestine. The spokesman also urged the UN, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, and all world governments to condemn the scheme. Drawing attention to the worsening humanitarian disaster in Gaza, he called for urgent Arab and Muslim unity to deliver aid, end the genocide, and hold Israeli leaders fully accountable for war crimes and systemic violations.
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Yemen’s Armed Forces have delivered a bold message to Israel and the world by penetrating Tel Aviv’s missile shield with explosive-laden drones that struck three high-value targets — including a sensitive Israeli site in Jaffa, military infrastructure in Ashkelon, and a strategic zone in the Negev Desert.
Brigadier General Yahya Saree confirmed the success of the operations and warned of continued strikes until the siege and genocide in Gaza end. The strikes form part of Yemen’s relentless campaign of solidarity with Palestine, which has also involved firing advanced ballistic and hypersonic missiles. Meanwhile, Yemen has issued a clarion call to Muslims and Arabs worldwide to rise, protest, and break the Gaza blockade. The message is clear — Gaza’s resistance is not alone, and regional escalation is mounting fast. Is a broader conflict in the Middle East now inevitable?
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Yemen's Armed Forces have launched a devastating hypersonic missile attack on Israel’s busiest airport — Ben Gurion, near Tel Aviv — marking the third strike in just two days. The missile, dubbed “Palestine-2,” caused widespread panic as sirens wailed and incoming flights were diverted or left circling above the Mediterranean. Israeli reports confirm the airport was shut down temporarily, halting all operations.
Yemen’s spokesman, Yahya Saree, confirmed the mission’s “complete success,” warning further strikes will continue as long as Gaza remains under siege. The aerial blockade imposed by Yemen since May has escalated, shifting from drone strikes to high-powered ballistic weaponry. Saree issued a chilling warning to Arab and Muslim nations — if Israel succeeds in Gaza, “your turn will come.” Yemen’s intensifying operations, rooted in solidarity with Palestine, are now disrupting Israeli airspace and testing regional security in ways unseen before. The message is clear: the war in Gaza won’t stay in Gaza.
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Bastille Day 2025 in Paris turned into a diplomatic and military spectacle as Indonesia—the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation—led the foreign guest honors. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived to oversee the march of his country’s troops, including a striking 200-member military drum unit, through the Champs-Élysées. The gesture marked a deepening of Franco-Indonesian defense ties, with expectations high for Jakarta to confirm major purchases of French Rafale fighter jets and other arms.
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