Siddhant Kumar
Siddhant Kumar is a young, energetic journalist who likes to cover stories that will touch the minds and hearts of his readers. Siddhant has over five years of experience in news coverage including reporting, analysis and feature writing. Siddhant covers both breaking news stories as well as social issue articles. He deeply cares to present his readers with accurate and thought-provoking content thus leaving a track record behind within this ever-changing world of journalism and reporting.
Tehran Calls on UN to Act Against US, Israel Over Conflict, Seeks Compensation
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, in a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, urged the international organization to recognize Israel and the US as aggressors and to hold them accountable for the compensation for the destruction caused during the conflict.
Pakistan, China and Bangladesh Plot New Regional Bloc to Supplant SAARC, Report Says
Quoting diplomatic sources who know the details, the newspaper reported that negotiations between Islamabad and Beijing were well underway, with both countries being on the same page regarding the necessity for a new platform to drive regional integration and buildup.
Two Firefighters Killed in Idaho Sniper Attack, Police Confirm
The shooting occurred on a mountainside tract famous for hiking trails, where the fire was still burning. Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris addressed the media, confirming the deaths and indicating the situation as extremely hazardous.
I am now more confident and ambitious; Carlsen's big bang was just instinctive, Says Praggnanandhaa
Having his sights on qualifying for the Candidates Tournament, he's committed to keeping the momentum going.
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Iran Urges UN to Label US and Israel as Aggressors on Global Stage
In a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the President of the UN Security Council, Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, Araghchi called for action following what he characterized as aggression.
Rohit Sharma Reflects on Suryakumar Yadav’s Tense Catch in T20 World Cup Final: ‘Everyone’s Heart Was in Their Mouth’
In an interview with JioHotstar, Rohit shared that Suryakumar Yadav's incredible boundary catch for dismissal of David Miller at the key juncture was the most indelible moment of the title encounter for him.
US-Canada Trade Talks Back on Track as PM Carney Drops Digital Tax on US Tech Firms After Trump Walkout
The action follows shortly after American President Donald Trump stated he would suspend all trade negotiations with Ottawa in response to the tax on American technological giants.
Preamble tampering a blot on Constitution, betrayal of Sanatan soul, Says Jagdeep Dhankhar
The Vice President's remarks, made at a book release event at his official residence, sharply echoed the ideological platform of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
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Tata Unveils AWD Harrier EV in India, Starting at ₹28.99 Lakh
Under the bonnet, the Harrier EV AWD is driven by a meaty 75kWh battery pack for dual electric motors—mounted one on either axle. The motors churn out 156bhp at the front and 235bhp at the rear, for combined torque of 504Nm. Tata reports that the QWD version has a driving range of up to 622km on a single charge, while C75 models deliver a range of 460km to 490km.
Trump Expresses Optimism for Gaza Ceasefire ‘Within Next Week’
Responding to reporters' questions about the progress of ceasefire negotiations, Trump said, “We think within the next week, we’re going to get a ceasefire.”
Republicans Call for Zohran Mamdani’s Deportation Over Anti-ICE Remarks Amid NYC Mayoral Bid
Mamdani recently won the Democratic primary for mayor in a close race against former governor Andrew Cuomo and has since become a target of right-wing attack for his left-wing immigration agenda.
Watch| Jeff Bezos Marries Lauren Sanchez: First Photo of the Newlyweds Revealed
The elite affair, attracting the city's international A-list, took place away from the sounds and images of surrounding protests in the metropolis.
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No need for socialism in India, secularism not core of our culture, Says Union Minister Chouhan
Chouhan's observations gain importance with the RSS on Thursday demanding that the terms 'socialist' and 'secular' in the preamble to the Constitution be removed, alleging they were inserted during the Emergency and were never a part of the Constitution made by B R Ambedkar.
Carney Calls Canada–U.S. Trade Negotiations ‘Complex,’ Vows to Press Ahead
"We'll keep having these complex negotiations in the interests of Canadians," Carney said in a statement to local journalists. "It's a negotiation."
Iran to Hold State Funeral for 60 Commanders & Nuclear Scientists Slain in War with Israel
The rituals will start at 8:00 A.M. local time in Enghelab (Revolution) Square in downtown Tehran. Following first-order tributes, a mass public procession will head in the direction of Azadi Square, approximately 11 kilometers away, where further memorial rituals will be performed.
Public Sector Banks' Total Business Hits ₹251 Lakh Crore Mark in FY 2024–25
At the same time, net non-performing assets (NPAs) declined significantly, falling from 1.24% to merely 0.52%, according to the report presented to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during the annual performance review meeting with the heads of the PSBs on Friday.
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Morgan Stanley Projects Positive Momentum for Indian Stock Markets in Q3 FY26
The company reiterated its positive view, based on a mix of positive economic indicators, supportive monetary policy, and strong corporate earnings as major factors that will drive market gains from July.
Aditi Shetty Explains Reason Behind Bold & Intimate Scenes in ‘Rana Naidu’ Season 2
Speaking with IANS, Aditi explained that only a few such scenes are included in the current season, all of which were done with care and artistic intent.
Russia Confirms Final Two S-400 Squadrons for India to Be Delivered by 2026–27
The completion of the fourth and fifth S-400 squadrons, initially planned by the end of 2023, was postponed amid disruptions in supply caused by the Russia-Ukraine war.
Jaishankar Criticizes ‘Constitution in Hand’ Politics, Holds Gandhi Family Accountable for Emergency
Indirectly referring to individuals, Jaishankar targeted those who, according to him, parade the Constitution in public but disregard its substance.
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Watch| US Releases Bunker Buster Footage to Showcase Impact of Iran Strikes
Gen. Caine showed test video of the bunker-busting bombs employed on the mission. A U.S. official, in an interview with CNN, explained that a total of 12 of such bombs were used in the attacks.
I’m Targeted Because I’m Seen as the Next Lalu Yadav: Tej Pratap Tells NDTV
In an exclusive interview with NDTV on Thursday, the eldest son of Lalu Prasad Yadav stated, “There is a conspiracy against me. because people know I’m the next Lalu Yadav.”
Israel Admits to Plotting Assassination of Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei After Extensive Search
In a series of unusual primetime interviews aired by Channel 12, Channel 13, and the government-owned Kan network, Katz finally confirmed that Khamenei was specifically targeted at the peak of the fighting. The operation, he said, was aborted after the Iranian leader hid in underground locations.
Rajnath Singh Urges Continued Positive Momentum in Talks with Chinese Defence Minister
In their conversation, Singh emphasized the need to sustain positive momentum in India-China ties and warned against injecting new tensions into the bilateral process.
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Trump Blames Democrats for Leaking Intelligence on Planned Iran Strikes
"The Democrats are the ones who leaked the news on the PERFECT FLIGHT to the Nuclear Facilities in Iran. They must be prosecuted!," Trump posted on Truth Social, angry over the revelation.
India–G7 Strategic Ties Poised to Enhance Global Trade: Study Finds
Focus areas like clean and renewable energy, climate finance, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), resilient trade and supply chains, healthcare, and pharma are likely to shape this changing partnership, fueling economic growth benefitting both sides.
Trump Hints at Possible Future Strikes if Iran Restores Nuclear Facilities
Trump also stressed that Washington could not accept Tehran's uranium enrichment, suggesting that the use of force was still on the table.
Akhilesh Yadav Backs Tej Pratap After RJD Expulsion
Akhilesh called up Tej Pratap on a video call on Wednesday and made friendly overtures to a troubled soul.
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Watch| Rajinikanth Steals the Show with Stylish Moves in ‘Chikitu’ Song from Coolie
Released by Sun Pictures, the song features an all-star lineup: Rajinikanth himself dances along with music director Anirudh Ravichander, singer T Rajendar, and choreographer Sandy, all who come together to dance to the catchy rhythms.
Mossad Chief Asserts Ongoing Israeli Operations Inside Iran
Addressing agents at Mossad’s operational headquarters, Barnea said, “We will continue to keep a close eye on all of Iran's projects that we already know in the most in-depth way. We will be there as we have been there until now,” reaffirming the agency’s longstanding surveillance and operational presence in Iran.
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